Like most other Sunny treadmills, the SF-T7515 comes with a 3 year frame and 180 day parts guarantee. The weight capacity on this smart treadmill maxes out at 240 lb, so larger users should look elsewhere. The T7873 comes with a 2.5 CHP motor and a max weight capacity of 285 lb, both of which are impressive when compared to most Sunny models. Overall, the motor is a little weaker on this model, but this might be forgivable for the folks who like the idea of bluetooth speakers and plenty of workouts to choose from. The SF-T7917 comes with a 265 lb max weight capacity and Sunny’s standard 3 year frame warranty.
Over the course of several weeks, we used the bike about two times a week for 30 to 40 minutes to get endurance workouts in. After recently moving into a neighborhood that is neither jogger- nor biker-friendly, this indoor bike was a great option for incorporating a cardio workout into our weekly routine without leaving the house. We loved that it was quick and easy to make adjustments, and it rode smoothly.
A treadmill’s motor is its heart- it’s what keeps your machine going and it powers all of your workouts. It’s rare to see running surfaces this large when looking at treadmills in this price range, as you’ll see when we start discussing the treadmills below. The smaller running surfaces and low weight capacities tell me that these treadmills are best suited for walking and light jogging- taller and larger users beware.
Diana has created content for a range of leading brands including Real Simple, Bloomberg, Headspace, and WebMD. For Tom’s Guide Diana currently focuses on sleep, mattresses, and fitness equipment. The Sunny Health & Fitness app received one star out of five. The bike has a high weight capacity, maxkare treadmill up to 275 pounds so that’s a good feature for heavier riders. The bike is sturdy—once you get it adjusted properly so it doesn’t wobble when you’re out of the saddle. Jokes aside, this feature is pretty impressive when you consider that this treadmill has a sales price under $500.
The Magnetic Mini Exercise Bike has one distinct advantage over its competition, and that’s its weight. It weighs in as a featherweight at 21 pounds, which may sound heavy but is actually a few pounds below average for other products we’ve reviewed in this category. Review SummaryThe Costway Folding Treadmill Sunny Health and Fitness Magnetic Mini Exercise Bike bills itself as an office accessory, fit for pedaling under the desk. Our verdict is that while it competes with competitor products serving this purpose, it falls short of top notch status in a few basic ways.
But before you try anything of the sort, we highly recommend checking out our primer, How to Set up an Ergonomically Proper Desk Cycle. It’ll give you tips on how to avoid common mistakes when setting up your workstation to accommodate a cycle desk. Overall, it’s gonna be hard to find a smarter treadmill for under $500. I don’t know how often you’ll actually have to use that feature, but it’s pretty cool I guess. This means the length of the SF-T7515 is almost a foot shorter than the gold standard 60″ length we like to see.
Again, don’t get this machine and expect it to hold up to strenuous running, but it can reach a top speed of 10 mph. The Sunny Health & Fitness Treadmill (SF-T4400) is a $299 gamble. Compared with other treadmills under $500 it has a wider workout selection and a longer track, plus it features a convenient rack for holding a tablet computer. For many shoppers, however, the very limited warranty from Sunny Health & Fitness — just 90 days on parts!
The 40-pound flywheel helps to keep it running smoothly, supports speed and stability, and maintains momentum. Setting up this Sunny Health & Fitness bike took about 30 minutes in total and wasn’t too difficult. The bike’s main frame was already put together with the wheel already attached. We simply had to attach the front and back stabilizers , pedals, handlebars, and the seat.
Their treadmills come with plenty of features you shouldn’t necessarily expect in this price range, like built-in workout programs, power incline, and bluetooth capabilities. Sunny Health & Fitness is a popular, budget-friendly home fitness brand with a ton of products to choose from. Their treadmills are especially popular for folks looking for some of the most affordable models around. As for the seat, it’s very similar to what you’d find on a typical road bike. It’s about the same size as a bike seat and is similar in comfort—firm with some padding. We found that the first few times after using the bike, the seat left us feeling sore.
Like all budget brands, you have to take the good with the bad. If you’re wondering why Sunny refers to this as their “smart” treadmill, it’s because this model is bluetooth compatible. This treadmill comes with a 2.2 CHP motor that can reach a max speed of 8 mph. It also comes with 12 levels of incline which can be set instantly with the quick touch buttons. This treadmill comes with the smallest deck of the bunch, but it offers a neat little tech feature that no other model on this can do. This is also a folding treadmill, making for easy storage when not in use.