The 5 Best Treadmills for Your Home Gym
Building discipline starts with showing up every day. These treadmills make it easy to train at home — rain or shine, no excuses.
Why a Home Treadmill Changes Everything
When you cut alcohol, you gain hours back in your week. A home treadmill turns those hours into discipline. No commute to the gym, no weather excuses, no waiting for equipment. Just you, the belt, and the work.
We tested five treadmills over three months, logging over 500 miles combined. We evaluated them on build quality, running feel, noise level, incline range, and value for money.
What We Looked For
A good home treadmill needs to be quiet enough for early morning runs, sturdy enough for daily use, and have enough features to keep you engaged. We also considered footprint size for smaller home gyms and apartments.
The Verdict
The NordicTrack Commercial 1750 is the best all-around treadmill for most people. If you want the ultimate incline training experience, the NordicTrack X24 is worth the investment. For pure durability and a no-nonsense running experience, the Sole F85 is built like a tank. The Horizon 7.0 AT offers the best mid-range value, and the Horizon T101 proves you do not need to spend a fortune to get a solid treadmill.
Our Top Picks
NordicTrack Commercial 1750
The NordicTrack 1750 is the gold standard for home treadmills. With a 14-inch HD touchscreen, auto-adjusting incline up to 15%, decline to -3%, and iFIT integration, it delivers a gym-quality experience at home. The running deck is cushioned and spacious at 22 x 60 inches.
Pros
- 14-inch HD touchscreen with iFIT
- Auto-adjust incline (-3% to 15%)
- Spacious 22x60 inch running deck
- Quiet motor (3.5 CHP)
- Foldable for storage
Cons
- iFIT subscription adds $39/mo
- Heavy at 340 lbs
- Requires WiFi for full features
NordicTrack 2450
The X24 is NordicTrack's premium incline trainer with a massive 40% incline and -6% decline. The 24-inch HD touchscreen is the largest in the category. If you want to simulate hill training or burn maximum calories, this is the machine.
Pros
- 40% incline and -6% decline
- 24-inch HD touchscreen
- Incredible calorie burn potential
- iFIT trainer-led workouts
- Built like commercial equipment
Cons
- Very expensive at $2,999
- Extremely heavy (410 lbs)
- Max speed only 12 mph
- Requires dedicated space
Sole F85
The Sole F85 is built for durability. With a 4.0 CHP motor, heavy-duty steel frame, and a cushioned Flex Whisper Deck, this treadmill is designed to last for years of daily use. It does not have the flashiest screen, but it runs like a tank.
Pros
- 4.0 CHP motor handles any workout
- Cushion Flex Whisper Deck reduces joint impact
- Lifetime frame and motor warranty
- No subscription required
- 15% incline
Cons
- 10-inch screen is basic compared to NordicTrack
- No auto-adjust features
- Heavier and harder to move
- Interface feels dated
Horizon 7.0 AT
The Horizon 7.0 AT hits the sweet spot between features and price. The rapid-sync Bluetooth speakers, 15% incline, and 3.0 CHP motor deliver a solid running experience. The QuickDial controls on the armrests let you adjust speed and incline without breaking stride.
Pros
- Excellent value for the price
- QuickDial armrest controls
- Works with any fitness app (Peloton, Zwift)
- No subscription required
- Foldable design
Cons
- Screen is basic (no touchscreen)
- Narrower 20-inch belt
- Fan is weak
- Fewer built-in programs
Horizon T10
The T101 proves you do not need to spend a fortune to get a reliable treadmill. At under $700, it offers a 2.5 CHP motor, 10% incline, and a foldable design that fits in tight spaces. Perfect for walking, jogging, and light running.
Pros
- Under $700 — incredible value
- Compact and foldable
- Bluetooth speakers
- No subscription needed
- Good for walking and jogging
Cons
- 2.5 CHP motor limits heavy running
- 10% max incline
- Shorter 55-inch deck
- Basic LCD display
- Not ideal for tall runners
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