The best treadmills in Australia 2020

The best treadmills in Australia

• • Best treadmill for small spaces: Proform Performance 600i Treadmill
  • Best treadmill for running: FreeForm F2000 Commercial Treadmill
  • Best treadmill for walking: Proform 105 CST Treadmill
  • Best treadmill under $500: Fortis 360mm Belt Adjustable Incline Electric Treadmill
  • Best mid-range treadmill: Proform Power 525i Treadmill
  • Best high-end treadmill: NordicTrack S25 Treadmill

Best treadmill for small spaces: Proform Performance 600i Treadmill

• Folds away
• Has digital incline settings

• The 2.5 CHP motor is decent, but not the most powerful
• Heavy

Average online price: $2,299

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Why we chose it

The Proform Performance 600i isn't only a great treadmill for small spaces, it's a great treadmill full stop. Holding a 4.5 rating on Google from 80 reviews, users cite its cushioned running track, excellent 10-inch screen, inbuilt fitness programs and its portability as highlights.

Proform boasts about its custom "SpaceSaver Design" technology. What that means is that the treadmill folds up vertically against a wall with the help of a powerful weight-assisted shock lift system, and unfolds slowly (and safely) assisted by hydraulics – which are necessary given that the treadmill weighs nearly 100kgs.

Best treadmill for running: FreeForm F2000 Commercial Treadmill

• Extremely powerful motor
• Huge running surface

• Heavy
• Large footprint of 215cm x 86cm x 150cm

Average online price: $3,999

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Why we chose it

Serious runners will want a serious gym-grade treadmill and our pick is the FreeForm F2000 Commercial Treadmill. It holds a 5-star rating from Gym And Fitness customers.

The beastly 6.0 CHP motor makes it more than twice as powerful as any other on this list. That abundance of horsepower, along with the ultra-generous 160cm x 57cm running surface, will give you peace of mind to hit top speed for as long as your body can handle it.

It has built-in self-lubrication systems, so maintenance is painless, and with 18 levels of motorised incline, you'll be able to keep your workouts nice and varied. It also comes with a lifetime warranty for peace of mind.

Best treadmill for walking: Proform 105 CST Treadmill

Why we chose it

Proform's entry-level PETL38817 105 CST Treadmill is ideal for exercise walkers. Sitting on a score of 4.5 stars on Google from more than 25 reviews, it's also the highest rated treadmill cheaper than $1,000.

Many of the bells and whistles usually reserved for pricier models are present here. It has a heart rate monitor, and the 5-inch colour LCD screen helps with tracking speed, elapsed time and distance travelled.

It's designed to be folded away and stored vertically when not in use, so it's a good option for people living in smaller apartments too.

Best treadmill under $500: Fortis 360mm Belt Adjustable Incline Electric Treadmill

Why we chose it

Our pick for the best budget treadmill is the Fortis 360mm Belt Adjustable Incline Electric Treadmill. It's the highest rated treadmill available in Australia for less than $500, holding a 4.3-star rating on Dick Smith's website from 32 customer reviews and the same score on Google from 17 reviews.

Even though it's a budget treadmill, it has plenty of appealing features. It comes with an LCD screen that displays time, speed, heart rate and calories burnt. It has 12 training programs and three different levels of incline for ratcheting up your training. It also folds away neatly after use.

The motor powering it isn't designed for sprinting at full pace – it's only rated up to 12km/h – but for most other purposes, you'll find a solid, compact, well-made home treadmill for a fraction of the cost of the other models on this list.

Best mid-range treadmill: Proform Power 525i Treadmill

Why we chose it

The best mid-range option is the Proform's Power 525i Treadmill. It has a 4.6-star rating from 70 reviewers on the rebel website and a 4.2-rating on Google from more than 200 reviews. It's a popular, affordable piece of equipment suited for just about any level of commitment.

The powerful, high quality 2.6 Continuous Horsepower (CHP) motor allows you to safely hit speeds of up to 18km/h, and with 20 preset workout apps, you won't be short of exercise variety. The incline level can also be adjusted up to 10 degrees for tougher workouts. It even comes with in-built speakers for your phone to connect to.

It can handle users weighing up to 125kgs, which is heavier than a lot of similarly priced models, but at 46cm wide, the running track is on the narrower side. If you're tall and have an especially wide gait, consider trying before you buy.

Best high-end treadmill: NordicTrack S25 Treadmill

Why we chose it

The NordicTrack S25 Treadmill is a feature-rich high-end machine that, despite not not being cheap, still costs far less than many other premium options. It holds a user rating of 4.5 stars on rebel's website from over 60 reviews and 4.6 stars on Google, making it the most popular treadmill above $2,000.

At 51cm x 140cm, the running surface is generously sized. The belt also comes with proprietary "RunnersFlex" cushioning that softens the impact on joints and muscles.

With a fairly powerful 2.75 CHP rapid response motor, you can hit speeds of up to 20km/h without straining the machine, and the 6-inch colour screen has a bunch of pre-loaded workout routines for people that need more guidance.

How to compare treadmills

When looking for a treadmill, consider the following factors:

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