NordicTrack Commercial 14.9
The Commercial 14.9 stands out for its large HD touchscreen and deep integration with iFit, making it best-in-class for immersive, trainer-led connected workouts and automatic incline/resistance programs. Compared with the other machines here, it prioritizes interactive content and automated terrain simulation over compact footprint or the raw hardware durability of rivals, which justifies a higher upfront price for users who want guided, studio-style cardio sessions.
Large HD touchscreen
iFit studio access
Large HD touchscreen
iFit studio access
Review Summary
"Users praise the NordicTrack Commercial 14.9 for its powerful motor, roomy deck and immersive iFit workouts, but many note occasional electronic or motor issues and dislike the heavy reliance on a paid iFit subscription."
Glide like butter
14.9-inch rotating HD touchscreen with built-in iFit-driven classes and global workouts.
Glide like butter
14.9-inch rotating HD touchscreen with built-in iFit-driven classes and global workouts.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Commercial 14.9 stands out for its large HD touchscreen and deep integration with iFit, making it best-in-class for immersive, trainer-led connected workouts and automatic incline/resistance programs. Compared with the other machines here, it prioritizes interactive content and automated terrain simulation over compact footprint or the raw hardware durability of rivals, which justifies a higher upfront price for users who want guided, studio-style cardio sessions.
Large HD touchscreen
iFit studio access
Glide like butter
14.9-inch rotating HD touchscreen with built-in iFit-driven classes and global workouts.
Adjustable incline and resistance for trainer-led, studio-style session variety.
Large HD touchscreen
iFit studio access
Glide like butter
14.9-inch rotating HD touchscreen with built-in iFit-driven classes and global workouts.
Adjustable incline and resistance for trainer-led, studio-style session variety.
$2,000-2,800 CAD
Bowflex Max Trainer M9
The Max Trainer M9 earns a market-leader reputation by delivering high-intensity, low-impact interval workouts in a compact footprint with an engaging connected ecosystem and adaptive coaching. Versus larger ellipticals on this list, the M9 is optimized for time-efficient calorie burn and space-constrained homes, trading longer stride and climbing range for a more aggressive HIIT-focused experience that many users find worth the premium.
Compact space-saver
JRNY coaching built-in
Compact space-saver
JRNY coaching built-in
Review Summary
"Buyers love the Bowflex Max Trainer M9's compact footprint, intense workouts and polished connected coaching, though some report occasional connectivity glitches, noise during use, and frustration over ongoing subscription costs."
Explosive HIIT bursts
Hybrid stepper-elliptical optimized for high-intensity, low-impact interval training.
Explosive HIIT bursts
Hybrid stepper-elliptical optimized for high-intensity, low-impact interval training.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The Max Trainer M9 earns a market-leader reputation by delivering high-intensity, low-impact interval workouts in a compact footprint with an engaging connected ecosystem and adaptive coaching. Versus larger ellipticals on this list, the M9 is optimized for time-efficient calorie burn and space-constrained homes, trading longer stride and climbing range for a more aggressive HIIT-focused experience that many users find worth the premium.
Compact space-saver
JRNY coaching built-in
Explosive HIIT bursts
Hybrid stepper-elliptical optimized for high-intensity, low-impact interval training.
Large touchscreen and JRNY connectivity for guided HIIT plans and performance tracking.
Compact space-saver
JRNY coaching built-in
Explosive HIIT bursts
Hybrid stepper-elliptical optimized for high-intensity, low-impact interval training.
Large touchscreen and JRNY connectivity for guided HIIT plans and performance tracking.
ProForm Carbon E7
The Carbon E7 offers a balanced, value-oriented connected elliptical experience with iFit access and a smaller price tag, making it an attractive mid-tier option for buyers who want guided content without the cost of top-tier consoles. Compared to the NordicTrack and Sole models, the Carbon E7 sacrifices some build robustness and advanced features in exchange for affordability and solid smart connectivity, delivering good financial value for casual to regular users.
iFit-ready workouts
Quiet magnetic resistance
iFit-ready workouts
Quiet magnetic resistance
Review Summary
"Owners say the ProForm Carbon E7 delivers strong value with smooth motion and iFit integration, but many comment that build quality feels less premium and some components show wear over longer use."
Adjustable stride comfort
Tablet-ready console with iFit compatibility for on-demand classes and coach-led workouts.
Adjustable stride comfort
Tablet-ready console with iFit compatibility for on-demand classes and coach-led workouts.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Carbon E7 offers a balanced, value-oriented connected elliptical experience with iFit access and a smaller price tag, making it an attractive mid-tier option for buyers who want guided content without the cost of top-tier consoles. Compared to the NordicTrack and Sole models, the Carbon E7 sacrifices some build robustness and advanced features in exchange for affordability and solid smart connectivity, delivering good financial value for casual to regular users.
iFit-ready workouts
Quiet magnetic resistance
Adjustable stride comfort
Tablet-ready console with iFit compatibility for on-demand classes and coach-led workouts.
Space-conscious design with adjustable resistance and smooth, low-impact stride.
iFit-ready workouts
Quiet magnetic resistance
Adjustable stride comfort
Tablet-ready console with iFit compatibility for on-demand classes and coach-led workouts.
Space-conscious design with adjustable resistance and smooth, low-impact stride.
$1,000-1,600 CAD
Sole E95S
The E95S is positioned as the durable, performance-focused choice with a long stride, heavy-duty construction and reliable Bluetooth/app connectivity that appeals to serious cardio users seeking long-term value. Against the more entertainment-focused NordicTrack and compact Bowflex units, the Sole prioritizes hardware quality and warranty-backed longevity, providing a financially sensible option for buyers who value durability over the flashiest connected features.
Commercial-grade frame
Long stride comfort
Commercial-grade frame
Long stride comfort
Review Summary
"Users consistently praise the Sole E95S for its durable, gym-quality feel, very smooth and quiet operation, and excellent warranty coverage; complaints are infrequent and typically about its higher price or simple console."
Bluetooth speaker jams
Heavy-duty frame and commercial-style components built for high usage and longevity.
Bluetooth speaker jams
Heavy-duty frame and commercial-style components built for high usage and longevity.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Skill Development & Mastery
Recreational Enjoyment
The E95S is positioned as the durable, performance-focused choice with a long stride, heavy-duty construction and reliable Bluetooth/app connectivity that appeals to serious cardio users seeking long-term value. Against the more entertainment-focused NordicTrack and compact Bowflex units, the Sole prioritizes hardware quality and warranty-backed longevity, providing a financially sensible option for buyers who value durability over the flashiest connected features.
Commercial-grade frame
Long stride comfort
Bluetooth speaker jams
Heavy-duty frame and commercial-style components built for high usage and longevity.
Very smooth, quiet drive system with wide resistance range for progressive training.
Commercial-grade frame
Long stride comfort
Bluetooth speaker jams
Heavy-duty frame and commercial-style components built for high usage and longevity.
Very smooth, quiet drive system with wide resistance range for progressive training.
Horizon EX-59
The EX-59 targets budget-conscious buyers by delivering straightforward smart elliptical features—Bluetooth, app compatibility and essential workout metrics—at a lower price point than the premium connected machines. While it lacks the expansive content libraries and high-end hardware of the NordicTrack, Bowflex or Sole, its affordability and dependable basic connectivity make it a practical entry-level pick for beginners or secondary home gyms.
Budget smart setup
Whisper-quiet drive
Budget smart setup
Whisper-quiet drive
Review Summary
"Customers find the Horizon EX-59 to be a solid, quiet and affordable elliptical for light-to-moderate use, while noting the console and incline/resistance feel basic and reports on long-term durability are mixed."
Small footprint wins
Budget-friendly elliptical offering a solid mix of resistance levels and smooth motion.
Small footprint wins
Budget-friendly elliptical offering a solid mix of resistance levels and smooth motion.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The EX-59 targets budget-conscious buyers by delivering straightforward smart elliptical features—Bluetooth, app compatibility and essential workout metrics—at a lower price point than the premium connected machines. While it lacks the expansive content libraries and high-end hardware of the NordicTrack, Bowflex or Sole, its affordability and dependable basic connectivity make it a practical entry-level pick for beginners or secondary home gyms.
Budget smart setup
Whisper-quiet drive
Small footprint wins
Budget-friendly elliptical offering a solid mix of resistance levels and smooth motion.
Compact footprint with Bluetooth audio and a tablet holder for streaming workouts.
Budget smart setup
Whisper-quiet drive
Small footprint wins
Budget-friendly elliptical offering a solid mix of resistance levels and smooth motion.
Compact footprint with Bluetooth audio and a tablet holder for streaming workouts.
$900-1,500 CAD