When it’s early in the morning and you’re wanting to get in a few miles, or the weather is nasty and you need to train for your upcoming race – there’s no better training tool than a treadmill. Even when the weather is nice, it’s oftentimes more convenient for us to pop on a treadmill and log some miles…although a mixture of running indoors as well as outdoors is key!
If you’re on the hunt for a good treadmill (but are maybe overwhelmed with all the choices on the market), look at the comparison of the Horizon T101 from Horizon Fitness and the Carbon T7 from ProForm.
Both of these treadmills are excellent, and can aid increasing cardiovascular health as well as boosting heart, lung, and leg strength. Let’s break down both of these treadmills, and you can determine if one of them is best for your home gym needs! It comes down to price, space, and the details you’re looking for to make your treadmill workout experience unique to you.
Horizon T101
Currently priced at $699, the Horizon T101 treadmill provides the bare basics when it comes to treadmill setups. With simple controls, you’ll be able to hit the tread running – without all the added bells and whistles. One-touch keys allow you to shift your incline and speed with ease, ranging up to 10% on the incline, while speeds can go up to 10 mph.
The device holder conveniently lets you place your iPad or tablet in front of you while exercising, and the front console also has an area to place your water bottle. There are Bluetooth speakers and a USB port, so you can stream workouts or shows from your device while hearing clearly.
With a 2.5 CHP motor, you’ll be able to chip away at those miles quietly, while the 20” x 55” treadmill deck boasts a 3-Zone design; one area at the front of the belt for impact, one in the middle for transitioning, and one at the back as a push off area.
If you are limited on space, the Horizon T101 is able to be stored between uses thanks to the hydraulic folding capability – perfect for if you want to put your treadmill away while not in use. Horizon also offers delivery and can ship the T101 to put together yourself (in approximately 30 minutes or so), or they can assemble the treadmill for you – at an additional cost.
The maximum user weight is 300 pounds for the Horizon T101, while the actual weight of the machine is 180 pounds.
ProForm Carbon T7
Coming in at $999, the Carbon T7 is a complete training experience. With the purchase of this treadmill, you’ll also be getting an iFit membership that’s good for your entire family for a month. If you want to continue streaming iFit after the month is up, the current $39/month rate will apply.
The iFit membership will allow you full access to hundreds of workouts, engagement with virtual trainers, and the ability to keep track of your workout history and progress over time. These workouts can be viewed on a 7” high definition touchscreen, while you can control your speed and incline with the QuickSpeed Button controls. Speeds range up to 10 mph while incline maxes out at 10%, and the dual 2” speakers allow you to hear your trainer or music clearly.
The Carbon T7 has a 2.6 CHP Mach Z motor, perfect for those long mile runs, while the 20” x 55” treadmill deck absorbs the shock with ISO Flex cushioning across the entire deck area.
A CoolAire fan with two variable speeds allows you to stay cool while exercising, and the ability of the Carbon T7 to fold up quickly with the SpaceSaver design will help you be able to move your treadmill out of the way when not in use. With shipping available, along with a ten-year warranty, the Carbon T7 is a solid investment! The maximum user weight is 300 pounds, while the product itself is approximately 223 pounds.
Both are excellent treadmills, and whichever one you decide to purchase should provide a solid workout experience.
