NordicTrack X32i Incline Trainer
The X32i Incline Trainer is the best-in-class incline treadmill thanks to an industry-leading steep incline range and a massive 32-inch HD touchscreen that makes high-intensity incline training immersive and practical. Compared with the other machines in this list it delivers unmatched incline capability and entertainment at a premium price, positioning it as the technical leader for users who prioritize extreme incline workouts over lower upfront cost.
Huge rotating screen — cinema vibes
40% incline power — mountain sprints
Huge rotating screen — cinema vibes
40% incline power — mountain sprints
Review Summary
"Users praise the X32i for its dramatic 40% incline, immersive 32" display and smooth, challenging workouts; common complaints are the mandatory iFit subscription and occasional electronics/service issues over time."
Auto-adjust iFit — coach energy
Industry-leading incline range (up to 40% incline and -6% decline) for intense hill workouts.
Auto-adjust iFit — coach energy
Industry-leading incline range (up to 40% incline and -6% decline) for intense hill workouts.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Skill Development & Mastery
The X32i Incline Trainer is the best-in-class incline treadmill thanks to an industry-leading steep incline range and a massive 32-inch HD touchscreen that makes high-intensity incline training immersive and practical. Compared with the other machines in this list it delivers unmatched incline capability and entertainment at a premium price, positioning it as the technical leader for users who prioritize extreme incline workouts over lower upfront cost.
Huge rotating screen — cinema vibes
40% incline power — mountain sprints
Auto-adjust iFit — coach energy
Industry-leading incline range (up to 40% incline and -6% decline) for intense hill workouts.
Large 32-inch rotating HD touchscreen with iFit live and on-demand training.
Huge rotating screen — cinema vibes
40% incline power — mountain sprints
Auto-adjust iFit — coach energy
Industry-leading incline range (up to 40% incline and -6% decline) for intense hill workouts.
Large 32-inch rotating HD touchscreen with iFit live and on-demand training.
Bowflex Treadmill 22
The Bowflex Treadmill 22 combines a large HD display with robust incline performance and an approachable price point, making it a market leader for value-conscious households that still want premium features. Versus the NordicTrack models it sacrifices extreme incline range for a lower total cost of ownership and a durable deck, offering a strong mid-range compromise between price and performance.
22-inch display — front-row feel
Quiet motor — apartment-friendly hum
22-inch display — front-row feel
Quiet motor — apartment-friendly hum
Review Summary
"Buyers appreciate the Bowflex Treadmill 22's sturdy build, comfortable cushioning and large touchscreen, noting it feels premium for the price; detractors cite subscription/software costs, occasional connectivity quirks and heavy assembly."
Folding deck — swift stow
22-inch HD touchscreen with JRNY® (Bowflex) interactive coaching and content.
Folding deck — swift stow
22-inch HD touchscreen with JRNY® (Bowflex) interactive coaching and content.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Recreational Enjoyment
The Bowflex Treadmill 22 combines a large HD display with robust incline performance and an approachable price point, making it a market leader for value-conscious households that still want premium features. Versus the NordicTrack models it sacrifices extreme incline range for a lower total cost of ownership and a durable deck, offering a strong mid-range compromise between price and performance.
22-inch display — front-row feel
Quiet motor — apartment-friendly hum
Folding deck — swift stow
22-inch HD touchscreen with JRNY® (Bowflex) interactive coaching and content.
Motor and deck tuned for incline performance with a substantial max incline for hill training.
22-inch display — front-row feel
Quiet motor — apartment-friendly hum
Folding deck — swift stow
22-inch HD touchscreen with JRNY® (Bowflex) interactive coaching and content.
Motor and deck tuned for incline performance with a substantial max incline for hill training.
$3,000-4,500 CAD
ProForm Pro 9000
The ProForm Pro 9000 is a value-oriented incline treadmill that provides reliable motor performance and integrated training content at a lower entry price, ideal for buyers wanting guided incline workouts without the highest premium. Compared to the Sole F85 and Bowflex 22 it usually offers similar smart features and a smaller footprint, trading some deck robustness and warranty length for a more economical way into incline training.
SpaceSaver fold — tiny footprint
Rapid incline — hill crusher
SpaceSaver fold — tiny footprint
Rapid incline — hill crusher
Review Summary
"The ProForm Pro 9000 is often seen as a good value with solid incline capability and useful features, but many reviewers mention long-term durability concerns, spotty electronics and reliance on an iFit subscription."
iFit coaches — global routes
Solid incline capability suitable for varied hill workouts and interval training.
iFit coaches — global routes
Solid incline capability suitable for varied hill workouts and interval training.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The ProForm Pro 9000 is a value-oriented incline treadmill that provides reliable motor performance and integrated training content at a lower entry price, ideal for buyers wanting guided incline workouts without the highest premium. Compared to the Sole F85 and Bowflex 22 it usually offers similar smart features and a smaller footprint, trading some deck robustness and warranty length for a more economical way into incline training.
SpaceSaver fold — tiny footprint
Rapid incline — hill crusher
iFit coaches — global routes
Solid incline capability suitable for varied hill workouts and interval training.
iFit compatibility for immersive trainer-led sessions and automatic incline changes.
SpaceSaver fold — tiny footprint
Rapid incline — hill crusher
iFit coaches — global routes
Solid incline capability suitable for varied hill workouts and interval training.
iFit compatibility for immersive trainer-led sessions and automatic incline changes.
NordicTrack Commercial 2450
The NordicTrack Commercial 2450 occupies the sweet spot between consumer and premium, offering a commercial-grade motor, broad incline/decline range, and a large touchscreen that delivers near-premium performance at a more moderate price than the X32i. It serves as a balanced option for buyers who want high-end features and entertainment without paying for the extreme incline capability of the X32i.
Large touchscreen — studio vibe
Incline versatility — trail mimic
Large touchscreen — studio vibe
Incline versatility — trail mimic
Review Summary
"Reviewers like the Commercial 2450's powerful motor, roomy deck and vibrant 22" touchscreen for guided workouts; common negatives are the ongoing subscription model and occasional reliability/service complaints."
Powerful motor — whisper push
Built for heavier use with a robust deck and commercial-style frame stability.
Powerful motor — whisper push
Built for heavier use with a robust deck and commercial-style frame stability.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
The NordicTrack Commercial 2450 occupies the sweet spot between consumer and premium, offering a commercial-grade motor, broad incline/decline range, and a large touchscreen that delivers near-premium performance at a more moderate price than the X32i. It serves as a balanced option for buyers who want high-end features and entertainment without paying for the extreme incline capability of the X32i.
Large touchscreen — studio vibe
Incline versatility — trail mimic
Powerful motor — whisper push
Built for heavier use with a robust deck and commercial-style frame stability.
Smart touchscreen and iFit integration to automate incline and pacing during workouts.
Large touchscreen — studio vibe
Incline versatility — trail mimic
Powerful motor — whisper push
Built for heavier use with a robust deck and commercial-style frame stability.
Smart touchscreen and iFit integration to automate incline and pacing during workouts.
$2,800-4,000 CAD
Sole F85 Treadmill
The Sole F85 is the practical market leader for durability and long-term value, featuring a powerful motor, wide running surface, and one of the most conservative warranties that lowers lifetime ownership cost for heavy users. Unlike the smart, subscription-focused NordicTrack and ProForm models, the F85 emphasizes a sturdier frame and lower maintenance, making it a better financial choice for high-mileage runners who prioritize reliability over the largest screens or connected ecosystems.
Heavy-duty deck — gym solid
15% incline — steep training
Heavy-duty deck — gym solid
15% incline — steep training
Review Summary
"Owners consistently praise the Sole F85 for its rugged build, reliable powerful motor and long-term durability, making it a favorite for serious runners; criticisms focus on a utilitarian console and lack of integrated streaming features."
Easy folding — condo friendly
Reliable, long-lasting motor and high weight capacity suited for daily incline training.
Easy folding — condo friendly
Reliable, long-lasting motor and high weight capacity suited for daily incline training.
Enhanced Physical Well-Being
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Sole F85 is the practical market leader for durability and long-term value, featuring a powerful motor, wide running surface, and one of the most conservative warranties that lowers lifetime ownership cost for heavy users. Unlike the smart, subscription-focused NordicTrack and ProForm models, the F85 emphasizes a sturdier frame and lower maintenance, making it a better financial choice for high-mileage runners who prioritize reliability over the largest screens or connected ecosystems.
Heavy-duty deck — gym solid
15% incline — steep training
Easy folding — condo friendly
Reliable, long-lasting motor and high weight capacity suited for daily incline training.
Incline up to 15% for challenging hill sessions with a spacious running surface.
Heavy-duty deck — gym solid
15% incline — steep training
Easy folding — condo friendly
Reliable, long-lasting motor and high weight capacity suited for daily incline training.
Incline up to 15% for challenging hill sessions with a spacious running surface.
$2,500-3,500 CAD