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Everything we publish on treadmills, in one place: ranked top 5 guides for every situation, in-depth reviews, head-to-head comparisons, buying guides and free tools. Every model is scored with the same method, FitScore, so you can move from one page to the next without losing the thread.
- 63ranked guides
- 59reviews
- 34comparisons
- 38guides
Explore treadmills
Four ways in, depending on where you are: shortlisting, checking one model, deciding between two, or learning what matters.
Best Treadmills
Ranked top 5 picks for every space, user and training goal, from folding models to commercial-grade decks.
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Treadmill Reviews
One model at a time, scored for the use it is mainly bought for, with specs, owner feedback and the closest alternatives.
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Treadmill Comparisons
Two models with the same FitScore weights and one winner, plus brand matchups and treadmill vs other cardio options.
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Treadmill Guides
How to choose a treadmill, what the specs mean, how to fit it in your room, keep it running and train on it.
All treadmill guides →Our top picks
The #1 pick in four of our core guides. Each ring shows its FitScore, weighted for that guide’s buying intent.
FitScores are not comparable across guides: each one uses the weights of its own guide. How we score.
Find the pick for your situation
Common situations, each with its own ranked top 5.
Choose your situation
Pick the case closest to yours. Every guide ranks five models with FitScore weights for that situation, so the #1 pick fits the way you will actually use it.
In-depth reviews
Each review scores one model with FitScore for the buying intent it is made for.
Horizon 7.4 AT Review
Buy it if you run intervals at home and want gym-grade build without a membership.
NordicTrack Commercial 2450 Review
Buy it if you want immersive iFIT classes on a big screen and a treadmill strong enough for serious running.
XTERRA TR75 Review
Buy it if you want a well-rounded running treadmill with a 60-inch deck, a 350-lb rating and no required subscription.
Head-to-head comparisons
Two models, the same FitScore weights, one winner for a clear buying intent.
Horizon 7.4 ATFitScore 90.1
Sole F80FitScore 85.6
NordicTrack Commercial 2450FitScore 90.7
Sole F89FitScore 90.1NordicTrack Commercial 2450 vs Sole F89
Winner for premium home use: NordicTrack Commercial 2450.
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Horizon T101FitScore 72.1
ProForm Carbon TLFitScore 66.5Guides and free tools
How to choose, size, run and care for a treadmill, plus quick tools to check fit before you buy.
Treadmill Buying Guide
Start with how you will use it. Walkers can choose a walking pad or a 20 × 55-inch treadmill with a 2.0–2.5 CHP motor.
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Treadmill Belt Size Guide
For walking, a 20 × 50 to 20 × 55-inch belt is enough for most adults.
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Treadmill Dimensions Guide
A full-size running treadmill is about 73 to 83 inches long and 34 to 38 inches wide; compact models run about 54 to 64 inches long and…
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How to Maintain a Treadmill
To maintain a treadmill, unplug it, wipe the console and rails after each workout, vacuum under and around it weekly, check belt tension…
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Treadmill Finder
Six questions, your three best-fitting treadmills.
Comparison Tool
Any two or three treadmills, spec by spec.
Weight Capacity Calculator
The capacity to look for, and the models that meet it.
Space Calculator
Room, clearance and doorway fit for every model.
Ceiling Height Calculator
Check the headroom you need for your height and deck.
Belt Size Calculator
Find the minimum belt width and length for your stride.
Pace Converter
Convert mph, km/h, min/mile and min/km.
Spec Index
Specs of every treadmill we rank, in one table.
How we rank treadmills
One method across every guide, review and comparison.
Scored for your use
FitScore weights six categories for one buying intent, so a running pick and a small-space pick are judged on what matters for each.
Specs that matter
Motor, deck size, incline, capacity, folded size and warranty come from structured product data for every model we rank.
Clear top picks
Every guide names one #1 pick and four alternatives with a clear role, so you can decide quickly.
Not sure where to start?
Answer six quick questions and get the three treadmills that fit your space, body and training best, or start with our top pick for most homes.