Horizon Evolve SG Compact Treadmill Review
Summary:
This ultra-compact unit is ideal for walkers and joggers looking for a quality, motorized treadmill that fits the smallest workout spaces and stores easily. The 10" folded height lets you store it under beds or couches, but still gives you a full 17" x 45" workout area when unfolded. No assembly needed.
Specs:
- Ultra-compact design
- Folds to 10 inches high, stores vertically or horizontally
- No assembly required
- Motor: 1.5 CHP
- Running/Jogging Area: 17" x 45"
- Weight: 99-lb
- Belt Speed: 1 to 6 mph
- Standard Programs: 2 (manual, weight loss)
- LCD Displays: time, speed, distance, calories
- Display Color: Black with orange backlight
- Maximum User Weight: 250-lb
- Reading Rack: Yes
- Audio In: MP3 and CD players (via included audio adapter)
- Speakers: Yes
- Heart Rate Monitoring: Yes (via thumb heart rate button)
Price:
Low: $599.99
High: $799.99
Justin’s Commentary:
The big selling point here, and it’s a pretty innovative one I must admit, is the one-step easy setup: when you get home you merely take it out of the box, unfold it, and plug it in. That’s it. No screws, no assembly, no trying to fit weird pieces together, and not having 100 small pieces fall everywhere out of the box is a big deal I think. This is a great step in treadmills. One other big thing: folded, this treadmill can fit under most beds. I’ve never seen this before. It really folds down small. Just don’t put it under your bed and forget about it.
This has all the standard features of most modern treadmills. It seemed well made to me and sturdy. Let me make this clear though : this is a treadmill made to walk on. Or, at best, a light jog here and there. The speed tops out at a meager 6 mph, so it really won’t even allow you to go that fast (a light run is around 5-6 mph). The belt is shorter than most and the motor is underpowered for anything but walking. If you are a serious athlete or strive to be one, go look at other treadmills. If you want a sharp, very portable and easy to setup treadmill for walking, this is a good buy.