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Best Treadmills

Which Treadmills performed best in our tests?

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We tested 43 treadmills to determine the best-performing models. Our expert lab technicians tested each Treadmill based on the following criteria:

  • Ease of use
  • Safety
  • Construction
  • Exercise range
  • Ergonomics

Below lists the Treadmills that rated best in each of the tests our experts looked for. Learn about how these tests were performed and find out which Treadmill is rated best when you subscribe.

Consumer Reports Ratings for Best Treadmills

ratingsBest Treadmill for Ease of use
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Ease of use is how easy it is to adjust exercise intensity, read the display, and operate the monitor functions.


This Treadmill which tested best for Ease of use has the following features: Motor (hp), Belt (LxW, in.), Weight capacity, Quick speed controls, Quick incline controls, Chest strap included, Heart-rate control programs, Reading shelf, Cup holder, Warranty, Shipping weight, Maximum incline (%) and Maximum speed (mph).

ratingsBest Treadmill for Safety
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Safety is an assessment which includes the possibility of striking the motor housing, stop button size and location, safety key operation and the security of the deck when folded on folding models.


This Treadmill which tested best for Safety has the following features: Motor (hp), Belt (LxW, in.), Weight capacity, Quick speed controls, Quick incline controls, Chest strap included, Heart-rate control programs, Reading shelf, Cup holder, Warranty, Shipping weight, Maximum incline (%) and Maximum speed (mph).

ratingsBest Treadmill for Construction
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Construction is our judgment of construction quality and the results of our durability tests.


This Treadmill which tested best for Construction has the following features: Motor (hp), Belt (LxW, in.), Weight capacity, Quick speed controls, Quick incline controls, Chest strap included, Heart-rate control programs, Reading shelf, Cup holder, Warranty, Shipping weight, Maximum incline (%) and Maximum speed (mph).

ratingsBest Treadmill for Exercise range
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Exercise range is how well each machine provides an effective workout to users of various fitness levels, from beginners to very fit individuals.


This Treadmill which tested best for Exercise range has the following features: Motor (hp), Belt (LxW, in.), Weight capacity, Quick speed controls, Quick incline controls, Chest strap included, Heart-rate control programs, Reading shelf, Cup holder, Warranty, Shipping weight, Maximum incline (%) and Maximum speed (mph).

ratingsBest Treadmill for Ergonomics
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Ergonomics includes how well the machine accommodates users of different sizes. This includes belt size, foot rail and hand grip design.


This Treadmill which tested best for Ergonomics has the following features: Motor (hp), Belt (LxW, in.), Weight capacity, Quick speed controls, Quick incline controls, Chest strap included, Heart-rate control programs, Reading shelf, Cup holder, Warranty, Shipping weight, Maximum incline (%) and Maximum speed (mph).