Home Treadmill Reviews - Where To Look Before You Buy
Most buyers read treadmill reviews before buying a home treadmill
. Reading these reviews can give you an overall picture of which treadmill is the best choice for you.
But where do you find them? And what do you need to know in addition to reading these reviews?
This article will give you 4 high quality sources of treadmill reviews - along with what you also need to know before making your final choice.
First of all - you deserve a lot of credit. Taking the time to research your treadmill is a smart investment of your time. There are over 30 treadmill brands out there - with each brand producing from 3 - 10 different models. Plus most brands bring out new models each year.
So you have a lot of choices.
And some are better than others. Taking the time to research your treadmill means you'll get a better deal - and probably feel more confident in your decision. There are several 'hidden gems' out there that can only be found by reviewing your options.
So where can you read treadmill reviews?
First of all there are the treadmill ratings done once a year by magazines like Consumer Reports, Runner's World and other quality fitness magazines. These can be helpful in choosing a well-made design and strong brand. These reviews however are sometimes not as detailed as others and further research is definitely recommended.
Also these only come out once a year - usually around January, so it can be hard to find them at other times of the year.
You can also read user reviews at sites like epinions or amazon. These can be excellent since (most of them) are written by real people who have bought and used the treadmill. You'll get various opinions on how the treadmill holds up over the long run and you can even get tips on things like assembly and setting up the treadmill.
Keep in mind that most of the reviews - especially on epinions - are of older models - so if you're looking to buy the latest treadmill model, there may not be any reviews. And if you find a treadmill you like with lots of great reviews - you might not be able to find it in stores anymore since it's been discontinued.
User reviews on these sites can also be quite scary. Human nature being what it is, people are more likely to complain and leave negative reviews than positive reviews. So while there may be 100 people who love that particular treadmill, they probably won't leave reviews. And the 2 that had a bad experience will post the gruesome details for all to read.
A third source for reviews is the manufacturers or treadmill stores online. Some of these sellers are now getting smart and posting user treadmill reviews on their websites. While some people question the validity of these reviews, if you read them, many do sound like they are written by real people.
So again, while they aren't the only source of your treadmill research, these reviews can still help you get an overall idea of the treadmill quality.
There are also several websites that are devoted to helping people review and compare treadmills. For example, the website I write for gives the strengths and weaknesses of different treadmill brands and models. There are also lists of current treadmills prices and ratings so people can compare the latest models at a glance.
Another advantage is that manufacturers sometimes send out exclusive coupons and promo codes to these sites. So visitors can not only review the treadmills, they can get a discount on them as well.
Again however, these sites are opinion based and can sometimes be out of date since some manufacturers change their models frequently. So you still need take it as only one part of your buying research.
So those are 4 sources of treadmill reviews and ratings. All of them can be valuable ways to help find the best treadmill for you.
Keep in mind that while reviews are valuable, it's also important to know what you personally need in a treadmill. For instance, you may need a treadmill that is extra compact or that folds up since you live in a condo or have a small exercise space.
You may plan to run regularly on a treadmill - so you need a solid, well built design with a stable base and strong deck that doesn't shake or wobble when you pick up the pace. You may want the latest models with Wi-Fi connectivity so you can download new workouts from the Internet.
By taking the time to research what's out there, you're way ahead of most buyers. And you'll also find a much better machine that gets you excited about using it.
by: Kathryn ONeil
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