Trimline Treadmills Reviewed
Trimline treadmills are relatively new on the scene. With the first machine rolling off the assembly line in 1994, Trimline have continued to expand and improve their treadmill range.
Ranging from around $1500 to $2500, Trimline treadmills fall into the strongly contested mid-price category. Their latest product range consists of ten treadmills, two of which are folding.
Trimline are highly regarded by both independent analysts and consumers. For example, three of their treadmills feature highly in Monster Ratings' Mid and Economy Class sections. And what are Monster Ratings?
They are the result of a huge survey complied by hundreds of customers, service technicians and independent dealers. The survey covers a wide array of treadmill features and is structured to have a bias towards durability. The net result is a compilation of scores for over 30 treadmills.
In short, Trimline treadmills faired well for stability, cushioning, noise levels and prompt servicing. One of Trimline's strongest qualities compared to other brands of equivalent price is their warranties…
Their top of the range machines come with an incredible 30 years motor warranty while the motors on their lower priced treadmills are still covered for 10 years. Smooth and Keys are the only two companies in this price range to that back their products with the same level of confidence.
Trimline Treadmills to Consider
Like many treadmill brands you can't buy Trimline treadmills from their official site. You can either locate your nearest “bricks and mortar” dealer or find an independent online retailer that sells Trimline treadmills. If you chose the latter be sure to confirm the warranty is still valid.
Trimline Treadmill 1620
At just over $1000 this one of the lowest priced Trimline treadmills. Although a little noisy the running deck is a good size for the price and 6 workout programs are available. No heart rate monitoring though. You may want to consider the Smooth 5.0P which has a larger motor, the same excellent warranty, can be folded and is a few hundred dollars less.
Motor Size: 2.0 continuous duty
Running Surface: 55in x 17.5in
Maximum Speed: 10mph
Maximum Incline: 15%
Heart Rate: No
Folding: No
Trimline Treadmill 7010
New for 2003 and at just over $1500 this is one of Trimline's best selling machines. The running surface has been widened and the noise level is lower than the 1620. Trimline also do a lower priced 7000 model which is exactly the same only without heart rate monitoring and heart rate workout programs. At this price consider the Smooth 7.1HR.
Motor Size: 2.0 continuous duty
Running Surface: 54in x 20in
Maximum Speed: 10mph
Maximum Incline: 15%
Heart Rate: Yes
Folding: No
Trimline Treadmill 7050
This model scored well in the Monster Ratings survey mentioned earlier. Very similar to the 7010 above and priced the same. The advantage is that this treadmill folds, the disadvantage is that it doesn't come with heart rate monitoring and training. If you want both a folding treadmill with heart rate training consider the Smooth 7.1HR which is the same price and more powerful.
Motor Size: 2.0 continuous duty
Running Surface: 54in x 20in
Maximum Speed: 10mph
Maximum Incline: 12%
Heart Rate: No
Folding: Yes
Trimline Treadmill 7600
All you have to know about this treadmill is that it features a 30 year motor warranty. No other treadmill around $2000 can compete with that. The 7200 is slightly cheaper and boasts the same warranty but the improved display unit and more extensive range of workout programs on the 7600 are worth the extra.
Motor Size: 2.7 continuous duty
Running Surface: 57in x 20in
Maximum Speed: 11mph
Maximum Incline: 12%
Heart Rate: Yes
Folding: No
Trimline Treadmill 7800
This Trimline's flagship product. With it's huge motor and 30 year limited warranty it is designed for light commerical use. You'd expect it to cost more than $2700
Motor Size: 3.0 continuous duty
Running Surface: 57in x 20in
Maximum Speed: 11mph
Maximum Incline: 12%
Heart Rate: Yes
Folding: No
Along with Smooth, Trimline treadmills are amongst the best in this price range. Smooth gets the edge on treadmills under $2000. You tend to get a lot for your money with Smooth because they do most of their business online. With Trimline you need to locate a good independent dealer...
