Elliptical machines are gaining popularity amongst fitness enthusiasts for a result driven cardiovascular workout. The market has some great options by various brands like Schwinn, Sole, and Exerpeutic.
There are machines ranging from a few hundred dollars to two thousand dollars. With these many options available in various price ranges and varied console and resistance features, it is difficult to decide the best machine for you. To assist you in making this decision, we have researched on various machines and reviewed them on the basis of price, frame, tracking, console features, resistance type, warranty, assembly and preset workout programs.
Exerpeutic 1000XL Heavy Duty Magnetic Elliptical Machine Review
Exerpeutic 1000XL is one of the lowest priced and space efficient elliptical machine in the market. Even though it does not take up much space, it has a sturdy body that supports users with a maximum weight capacity of 300 lbs. The machine uses magnetic tension resistance system.
Proform Hybrid Trainer Review
There are machines ranging from a few hundred dollars to two thousand dollars. With these many options available in various price ranges and varied console and resistance features, it is difficult to decide the best machine for you. To assist you in making this decision, we have researched on various machines and reviewed them on the basis of price, frame, tracking, console features, resistance type, warranty, assembly and preset workout programs.
Exerpeutic 1000XL Heavy Duty Magnetic Elliptical Machine Review
Exerpeutic 1000XL is one of the lowest priced and space efficient elliptical machine in the market. Even though it does not take up much space, it has a sturdy body that supports users with a maximum weight capacity of 300 lbs. The machine uses magnetic tension resistance system.
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Exerpeutic.
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Price
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Pros
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Affordable price, 300 lbs maximum user weight capacity, magnetic resistance.
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Cons
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Difficult assembly.
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Final Verdict
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If money and space are premia to you then Exerpeutic 1000XL is the best elliptical machine in the market for you.
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Rating
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3.7/5.
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Designed by transformation specialists, Chris and Heidi Powel the Proform hybrid trainer works as a recumbent bike as well as an elliptical machine. You can switch from elliptical to recumbent bike swiftly in 2 simple steps by adjusting the pedals and the console. The Proform hybrid trainer is amongst the top elliptical machine in its price range.
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ProForm
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Price
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Pros
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2 in 1 machine (can be used an elliptical as well as recumbent bike), great price, 16 workout apps, heavy flywheel and target pacer
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Cons
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Short stride, warranty on parts is only 90 days
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Final Verdict
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The machine is a one of the best buy in its price range as it does the job of two equipment for the price of one. The high levels of resistance and heavy flywheel provide for an absolutely challenging workout..
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Rating
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3.9/5.
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Schwinn 430 is a great buy if you love to track your workout. The machine has 2 LCD displays that allow you to monitor 13 different feedbacks of your workout. The machine comes with 20 different resistance levels which are computer controlled, providing you with greater workout intensity options.
Manufacturer
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Schwinn
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Price
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Pros
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22 different workout programs, 20 levels of resistance, Workout data tracking features, magnetic resistance, center support and oversized crossbar tubing for stability, sturdy.
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Cons
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Only 2 year mechanical, 1 year electrical and 90 days labor warranty, The incline of this machine needs to be changed manually so you have to stop your workout every time you want to increase or decrease it
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Final Verdict
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Even though it costs a few hundred dollars lesser than Schwinn 470, it has almost similar features. With the use of magnetic (eddy current resistance) resistance, high-end console features, Schwinn 430 is giving higher end models a run for their money.
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Rating
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3.6/5
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Schwinn 470 is an ergonomically designed elliptical machine with 4 user profile setting. The machine has a total of 29 different workout programs for different fitness goals and stages of recovery, beginners and advanced. It has 25 different eddy current resistance levels that you can choose from to change the intensity of your workout.
Manufacturer
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Schwinn
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Price
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Pros
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Dual blue backlit LCD display that shows you up to 13 different feedbacks of your workout, 4 different user setting, 29 diverse workout programs, 25 different levels of eddy current resistance
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Cons
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Incline can be adjusted only up to 10 degrees, Only has 2-year mechanical, 1-year electrical and 90 days labor warranty
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Final Verdict
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With the use of magnetic (eddy current) resistance and high-end console features, Schwinn 470 improves your cardiovascular health and increases your fitness levels by leaps and bounds.
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Rating
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3.8/5
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Sole E35 is one of the most expensive ellipticals in the market. The machine has a 7.5” white back lit LCD display console. One of the unique features of this machine its power incline. The power incline targets major lower muscle groups that are usually not worked out on in an elliptical. This helps tone the limbs unlike most ellipticals with a flat path.
Manufacturer
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Schwinn
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Price
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Pros
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ECB resistance for quiet workout, heavy flywheel, built-in speakers, Bluetooth capacity, 7.5” white back-lit LCD display, Pulse grip and chest strap heart rate monitoring
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Cons
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The machine weighs 215 lbs so it’s difficult to move around.
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Final Verdict
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Sole E35 is a great buy if you are looking for a piece of equipment that provides you with a challenging workout. If you are looking for a high-end machine that is result driven, then Sole E35 is your best buy.
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Rating
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4.4/5
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