NordicTrack Commercial 2450
The NordicTrack Commercial 2450 stands out for its large HD interactive touchscreen, extensive incline/decline range and deep iFit workout library, making it a best-in-class choice for home users who want studio-style variety without automatically paying Peloton-level premiums. Compared with the Peloton Tread it delivers broader terrain simulation and often more hardware value, and it typically offers more advanced training variety than budget options like the Echelon Stride-5s.
22-inch HD
Steep inclines
22-inch HD
Steep inclines
Review Summary
"Users praise its powerful motor, wide incline/decline range and large 22" interactive touchscreen with smooth iFit classes, noting excellent build and performance for intense training. Common complaints are iFit subscription cost and occasional long-term durability or service issues."
iFit playground
22-inch HD touchscreen with iFit streaming and automatic workout control.
iFit playground
22-inch HD touchscreen with iFit streaming and automatic workout control.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The NordicTrack Commercial 2450 stands out for its large HD interactive touchscreen, extensive incline/decline range and deep iFit workout library, making it a best-in-class choice for home users who want studio-style variety without automatically paying Peloton-level premiums. Compared with the Peloton Tread it delivers broader terrain simulation and often more hardware value, and it typically offers more advanced training variety than budget options like the Echelon Stride-5s.
22-inch HD
Steep inclines
iFit playground
22-inch HD touchscreen with iFit streaming and automatic workout control.
Powerful 4.0 CHP motor with -3% to 15% incline and speeds suitable for sprints and long runs.
22-inch HD
Steep inclines
iFit playground
22-inch HD touchscreen with iFit streaming and automatic workout control.
Powerful 4.0 CHP motor with -3% to 15% incline and speeds suitable for sprints and long runs.
$3,200-4,500 CAD
Peloton Tread
The Peloton Tread remains the market leader due to its polished live and on-demand class ecosystem, strong community features and premium build optimized for highly engaged home use. Although it carries a higher upfront cost and subscription than models such as the Bowflex Treadmill 22 or Echelon Stride-5s, Peloton’s software retention, instructor-led programming and resale value justify its leadership for users prioritizing live classes and social motivation.
Studio classes
Leaderboards roar
Studio classes
Leaderboards roar
Review Summary
"Owners highlight the Peloton Tread's premium running feel, top-tier live and on-demand classes and strong community, calling it the best-in-class experience for motivated runners. Criticisms focus on the high price, required subscription for full functionality, and past safety concerns noted by some reviewers."
Polished design
Large HD touchscreen streaming Peloton live and on‑demand classes with instructor-led metrics.
Polished design
Large HD touchscreen streaming Peloton live and on‑demand classes with instructor-led metrics.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The Peloton Tread remains the market leader due to its polished live and on-demand class ecosystem, strong community features and premium build optimized for highly engaged home use. Although it carries a higher upfront cost and subscription than models such as the Bowflex Treadmill 22 or Echelon Stride-5s, Peloton’s software retention, instructor-led programming and resale value justify its leadership for users prioritizing live classes and social motivation.
Studio classes
Leaderboards roar
Polished design
Large HD touchscreen streaming Peloton live and on‑demand classes with instructor-led metrics.
Robust motor and precise incline controls (up to ~12.5%) tuned for performance and intervals.
Studio classes
Leaderboards roar
Polished design
Large HD touchscreen streaming Peloton live and on‑demand classes with instructor-led metrics.
Robust motor and precise incline controls (up to ~12.5%) tuned for performance and intervals.
$2,800-3,800 CAD
Bowflex Treadmill 22
The Bowflex Treadmill 22 pairs a roomy 22-inch HD console with flexible membership options, positioning it as a value-focused alternative for buyers seeking a large-screen interactive experience without Peloton’s premium. Technically it offers hardware comparable to higher-end competitors like the ProForm and NordicTrack at a typically lower price, making it attractive for home users who want strong specs and a more budget-friendly subscription model.
22-inch display
JRNY coach
22-inch display
JRNY coach
Review Summary
"Reviewers like the Bowflex Treadmill 22's sturdy feel, large HD console and JRNY content at a lower cost than many rivals, finding it a solid all-around home machine. Some users report assembly challenges, occasional noisy operation, and occasional software or service hiccups over time."
Clutch fold-up
22-inch interactive display with JRNY/Bowflex coaching and adaptive workout programs.
Clutch fold-up
22-inch interactive display with JRNY/Bowflex coaching and adaptive workout programs.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Bowflex Treadmill 22 pairs a roomy 22-inch HD console with flexible membership options, positioning it as a value-focused alternative for buyers seeking a large-screen interactive experience without Peloton’s premium. Technically it offers hardware comparable to higher-end competitors like the ProForm and NordicTrack at a typically lower price, making it attractive for home users who want strong specs and a more budget-friendly subscription model.
22-inch display
JRNY coach
Clutch fold-up
22-inch interactive display with JRNY/Bowflex coaching and adaptive workout programs.
High-capacity motor and incline/speed range designed for interval and endurance training.
22-inch display
JRNY coach
Clutch fold-up
22-inch interactive display with JRNY/Bowflex coaching and adaptive workout programs.
High-capacity motor and incline/speed range designed for interval and endurance training.
$2,400-3,200 CAD
ProForm Pro 9000
The ProForm Pro 9000 delivers strong motor performance, a wide incline/decline range and iFit integration, making it a competitive pick for home users focused on varied, metric-driven training at a moderate price. It rivals the NordicTrack on core specifications but often appears at a slightly lower price point; compared with Peloton and Bowflex, the ProForm emphasizes hardware versatility and value over a proprietary live-class social ecosystem.
Incline/decline
Quiet motor
Incline/decline
Quiet motor
Review Summary
"Buyers appreciate the ProForm Pro 9000's incline/decline range and value-packed iFit integration, calling it a capable trainer for varied workouts at a competitive price. Recurrent negatives include dependency on the subscription, reported reliability issues after heavy use, and occasional customer service frustrations."
Gym-grade value
22-inch console with built-in iFit integration for global workouts and automatic trainer control.
Gym-grade value
22-inch console with built-in iFit integration for global workouts and automatic trainer control.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The ProForm Pro 9000 delivers strong motor performance, a wide incline/decline range and iFit integration, making it a competitive pick for home users focused on varied, metric-driven training at a moderate price. It rivals the NordicTrack on core specifications but often appears at a slightly lower price point; compared with Peloton and Bowflex, the ProForm emphasizes hardware versatility and value over a proprietary live-class social ecosystem.
Incline/decline
Quiet motor
Gym-grade value
22-inch console with built-in iFit integration for global workouts and automatic trainer control.
Strong motor with wide incline range and speeds suitable for walking, climbing and running.
Incline/decline
Quiet motor
Gym-grade value
22-inch console with built-in iFit integration for global workouts and automatic trainer control.
Strong motor with wide incline range and speeds suitable for walking, climbing and running.
$2,000-3,000 CAD
Echelon Stride-5s
The Echelon Stride-5s targets budget-conscious home users who need a compact interactive treadmill with a responsive console and affordable streaming classes. While it doesn’t match the screen size or incline depth of the NordicTrack or Bowflex, its lower entry cost and slimmer footprint make it a practical option for apartments or as a secondary cardio machine where space and price are the main constraints.
Space-saver fold
Bluetooth sound
Space-saver fold
Bluetooth sound
Review Summary
"Users praise the Echelon Stride-5s for its compact footprint, approachable price and decent interactive workouts via the Echelon app, making it attractive for small spaces. However, reviewers note the smaller deck, lower top speed and power compared with premium models, and the ongoing app subscription cost."
Wallet-friendly
Compact HD touchscreen that streams Echelon live and on‑demand classes for guided workouts.
Wallet-friendly
Compact HD touchscreen that streams Echelon live and on‑demand classes for guided workouts.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
The Echelon Stride-5s targets budget-conscious home users who need a compact interactive treadmill with a responsive console and affordable streaming classes. While it doesn’t match the screen size or incline depth of the NordicTrack or Bowflex, its lower entry cost and slimmer footprint make it a practical option for apartments or as a secondary cardio machine where space and price are the main constraints.
Space-saver fold
Bluetooth sound
Wallet-friendly
Compact HD touchscreen that streams Echelon live and on‑demand classes for guided workouts.
Quiet, efficient motor with practical speed and incline range for everyday home use.
Space-saver fold
Bluetooth sound
Wallet-friendly
Compact HD touchscreen that streams Echelon live and on‑demand classes for guided workouts.
Quiet, efficient motor with practical speed and incline range for everyday home use.
$1,200-1,900 CAD