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ProForm Hybrid Trainer Recumbent Bike and Rear Drive Elliptical, Compatible with iFIT Personal Training at Home

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Model Name ProForm Hybrid Trainer Recumbent Bike and Rear Drive Elliptical
Brand ProForm
Color Black/Gray
Product Dimensions 70.5"D x 24.5"W x 60.5"H
Material Alloy Steel

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  • Start Your Complimentary 30-Day iFIT Membership; Stream live and on-demand workouts on your equipment with Global Workouts and Studio Classes; Elite trainers adjust your equipment (Dollar 15 value)
  • LCD Window Display; Track distance, cadence, and estimated calorie burn; Integrated Tablet Holder; Stream interactive iFIT workouts to your own smart device to stay engaged and motivated as you train
  • 2 Machines in 1; The Hybrid Trainer offers the same benefit as an elliptical and a recumbent exercise bike for a unique low-impact workout in the comfort of your home; Mix up your training
  • 16 Digital Resistance Levels; With iFIT, your trainer will auto-adjust your resistance; SMR Silent Magnetic Resistance and Inertia-Enhanced Flywheel for a smooth workout; Oversized Pedals
  • 350-pound user capacity; Protected with a 5-year frame warranty and 90-day parts and labor warranty; 60.5” H x 24.5” W x 70.5” L
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Bring Expert Personal Training Home

Invest in low-impact cardio

Enjoy the versatility of the ProForm Hybrid Trainer. Doubling as a recumbent exercise bike and rear-drive elliptical, this low-impact cardio machine comes with a full-access 30-day iFit trial membership that allows you to stream trainer-led Studio Classes and Global Workouts directly into your living room.

Premium iFit Experience

  • Full-access 30-day iFit trial membership*
  • Thousands of on-demand workouts
  • Stream personal trainers to your own tablet or smartphone (not included)
  • Trainers auto-adjust your resistance

*Credit card required. After trial period, membership auto-renews for fee unless canceled in advance.

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Hybrid Trainer

Two low-impact machines in one.

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Adjustable Pedals

These adjustable pedals give you the option to find the most comfortable position for your feet whether you are using the elliptical or bike function.

Grip Sensors

These sensors provide a quick estimate of your heart rate so that you can stay informed as you work out. Not a medical device, accuracy may vary.

Low Impact Bike and Elliptical

The Hybrid Trainer features a versatile design that allows you to choose between a recumbent exercise bike and a rear-drive elliptical, giving you two low-impact cardio machines in one!

Integrated Sound System

Follow along with your iFit Trainer or listen to your own music through dual 2” speakers designed for your convenience.

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Discover an immersive library of LIVE and on-demand Studio Classes and Global Workouts led by professional iFit Trainers who can auto-adjust your resistance for a personalized workout every time.

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Interactive Training Sessions

iFit Trainers move your transformation forward by interacting with and controlling your equipment’s speed, incline, decline, and resistance.

Streaming Live and On-Demand Global and Studio Class Workouts

See the world while you run through cities and trails, or get pushed in a Studio Class, all led by personal trainers who auto-adjust your equipment.

Connected Fitness Tracking

Check your progress as every training session is automatically recorded and used to influence future workout suggestions across all iFit compatible equipment.

Product Description

Get double the value for your money with the ProForm Hybrid Trainer. Designed to offer the dual functionality of an elliptical and an exercise bike, this innovative machine delivers versatile low-impact training into your home. Connect with iFIT to access a vast library of on-demand video workouts led by expert personal trainers, transforming your living room into a Studio Class or embarking on an exciting Global Workout. With iFIT, your trainers will automatically adjust your resistance for a fully-optimized workout in your home.

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4.1 out of 5 stars
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1,404 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the ease of assembly of the elliptical trainer. They say the instructions are simple to understand and the online video for assembly is really helpful. They also say it's easy to change from recumbent to full range and that it goes together with no snags. Customers are also happy with comfort. However, some customers are disappointed with the quality. Opinions are mixed on stability, performance, noise, and fit.

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161 customers mention114 positive47 negative

Customers find the assembly of the bike simple to understand, with ok instructions. They say the bike goes together with no snags and everything fits together well.

"...It's easy and fast to change from recumbent to full range elliptical...." Read more

"...Instructions were pretty well laid out and things went together smoothly.Used it a handful of times already and have been happy with it...." Read more

"...It took my son and I about two hours.Everything fit together well. I didn’t have any bad struggles with misaligned holes or bad screws...." Read more

"...The hardest part was screwing the seat on (which is the last step) because of the odd angle and the allen wrench kept slipping from my hand...." Read more

81 customers mention60 positive21 negative

Customers like the value of the product. For example, they say it's not too bad for the price, works fine as an exercise machine, and is good for a low-end trainer.

"...on this equipment is genius, it has a quality feel, and it was an amazing price." Read more

"I got this as a Amazon Deal of the Day, so it was a great price. I found it fairly easy to put together. The directions are clear...." Read more

"...And beware -- again, the Square Trade "warranty" only covers the purchase price of the unit. I had two repairs done under that warranty...." Read more

"...As an exercise machine it's fairly decent...." Read more

29 customers mention22 positive7 negative

Customers like the comfort of the bike. For example, they say it's comfortable to sit on and has good back support. They appreciate that it'll allow them to exercise in the comforts of their home. Some say that it works well and is easy on the knees. Overall, most are happy with the quality and comfort of this product.

"...warranty; but the engineering on this equipment is genius, it has a quality feel, and it was an amazing price." Read more

"...The seat is comfortable and the seatback is vented so you don’t end up with a soaking back in you are against it in bike mode...." Read more

"...Seat and backrest are decent comfort level.Electronics require 4 "D" batteries. There is no AC adapter option...." Read more

"...foot is angled up pushing against a stationary pedal which is very uncomfortable and the way the seat is positioned makes it even worse...." Read more

188 customers mention118 positive70 negative

Customers are mixed about the stability of the elliptical trainer. Some mention it's solidly built, has no creaks, and is pretty stable. However, others say that it becomes unstable at speeds of 12+ and is not as sturdy as one you would find at a gym. The unit does rock a little while using the eliptical feature, but they expected that.

"...This makes it a healthy workout because you can do shorter stents more often as well as your designated workout time...." Read more

"...The unit does rock a little while using the elliptical feature, but I expected as much and doesn't degrade from the performance...." Read more

"...No creaks, no noises, and pretty stable. We live in a 105 year old Minnesota home that has no central AC and 3 stories...." Read more

"...Now on to the good stuff. [/B]The machine is pretty sturdy mechanical wise. It's easy to assemble...." Read more

156 customers mention93 positive63 negative

Customers are mixed about the performance of the product. Some mention that it operates pretty well, is quiet, and runs like charm. Others say that it did not work as expected, and that the resistance motor did not operate.

"...n't expect anything in way of a warranty; but the engineering on this equipment is genius, it has a quality feel, and it was an amazing price." Read more

"...The electronic pack that comes with it is pretty much garbage. The panel is not even back lit...." Read more

"...It is fine to use though. It is a compromise for having two machines in one, as well as being a space saver...." Read more

"...once you figure out that you need (4) D cell batteries, the machine operates pretty well. It does exactly what I need it to do...." Read more

124 customers mention53 positive71 negative

Customers are mixed about the noise produced by the elliptical. Some mention that the noise is minimal, while others say that it makes a loud squeak. Some say that the sound is weak when you plug a device in. Some customers also mention that it starts to knock and tick after the first month.

"...a stereo by it, but the speaker doesn't get to loud and it crackles on the highest volume.So far we are pretty pleased with it...." Read more

"...It is a quieter machine so time goes faster than on other ellipticals I've used...." Read more

"...It also began to knock/tick after the first month which I find quite annoying...." Read more

"...The unit is smooth and quiet. If you are an elliptical fanatic and use gym machines, you will find the stride noticeable shorter...." Read more

57 customers mention33 positive24 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the product. Some mention that it fits well, is easy to adjust to/from recumbent bike to elliptical, and doesn't take up very much room. However, others say that it's too large for the tiny area, the stride length is very small, and the cup holder is too small.

"...Lever handle seat adjustment rather than a pull-spring handle, for better range of seat distance...." Read more

"...The eliptical - the stride is only 15 inches. This seems a little short for me (I am 5' 11"). But it is perfect for my wife (5' 0'')...." Read more

"...A hybrid is a space saver. And this one is designed reasonably well...." Read more

"...part underneath the slider was not designed right; it is too large for the tiny area...." Read more

36 customers mention8 positive28 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the quality of the elliptical trainer. They mention that it arrived damaged, scuffed up, and with defective parts. Some parts are dented and the console, seat, and console mount were all defective. The product tends to klunk and is intermittent. Some customers also report that the product is misadvertised.

"...Packaging:the outer box was somewhat damaged, banding straps cut into the corners of the box, and one corner was worn through...." Read more

"...Total fabrication and blatant lie by the company...." Read more

"...The resistance settings are computer controlled and reset every time the machine idles which is approximately 30 seconds...." Read more

"...Everything was packed tightly and protected in plastic. The instructions were decent. There absolutely is smoother as a two person job...." Read more

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4 Stars
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First I have to say putting this thing together was a lot harder than I expected. Especially alone. But over a couple of weekends (a couple of hours at a time) I got it done. Hardest part was getting the pivot rod inserted. Did NOT want to go in. Even when the grease was generously applied. But in the end, I got it together all by myself. Yay! Persistence pays off.The next thing that I am sorry to see is that you can only use the arms when in elliptical/standing mode. I had expected it to be more like a nu-step.Transition from elliptical to recumbent bike is fairly simple, fortunately. And there are programmed workouts for both.I wish it had a place to put a book... I read while exercising to make the time pass more quickly.As for sturdiness, hmm. I guess it is only as sturdy as the strength of the person putting it together. I tightened the bolts as much as I could, but there is still some "play" in the movement. And one of the Allen wrenches seemed to not fit very well on the short end.I was worried that I may have to subscribe to some on-line fitness program when I saw all the warnings about going on-line before first use. And from the web page, there seems to be no way to do anything other than subscribe. But I called the telephone #, and after dire warnings about what I was missing out on, they told me how to "unlock" it...by holding the bluetooth button until something lights up.I have used this 4 out of 5 days since I got it together. I miss going to the gym, but in this pandemic, better safe than sorry.
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N&R
5.0 out of 5 stars Most Motivating Exercise Form Ever!
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2017
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This is the most motivating exercise form I have ever used. I have tried tons of different types of videos, treadmill, different types of regular ellipticals, walking/running etc. At the beginning of your work out when your feeling more sedentary the recumbent aspect is perfect for warming up and quick 15min. work outs. And it really is just 15min. as opposed to the time it takes you to find the right dvd and put it in the player, or get your shoes on and lock up your house for a run. This makes it a healthy workout because you can do shorter stents more often as well as your designated workout time. It's easy and fast to change from recumbent to full range elliptical. It is a quieter machine so time goes faster than on other ellipticals I've used. Also it's low to the ground, so that you don't feel like you're climbing onto a horse every time you want to work out. The screen and tension settings are D battery operated and the screen automatically turns on and off with pedal motion. This means no ugly cords and surge protectors or having to put it by an outlet. The gripper on the pedals is comfortable under barefeet; so you can literally just hope on and hope off. If you only have 10min. To exercise then all 10 of those minutes are used exercising. Over time that makes a huge difference in how much workout time you have done. No annoying actresses or hot/pollution air so exercise can be decompressing or multi-tasking. I know I sound like a promoter; but I'm just your regular Amazon shopper - that despite my healthy eating habits was worried about my heart health because of to much stress and no time to exercise. Now working out takes as much effort as I would normally spend to get on my scale and worry about my weight!
P.S. From what I've heard around about the manufacturer and other reviews; I wouldn't expect anything in way of a warranty; but the engineering on this equipment is genius, it has a quality feel, and it was an amazing price.
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Will
5.0 out of 5 stars It is so hard to order things like this online because you don't get to try it ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2018
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It is so hard to order things like this online because you don't get to try it out like you do in store, but yet in store it is just overwhelming. I am pretty stratified so far.

We received it in good time, probably a week and a half, and I felt awful for the FedEx guy dragging it through the snow up to my porch. The box came pretty damaged and beat up. I was extremely nervous it was going to have missing pieces or broken parts, everything looked fine and there.

Out of box it took us 1 hr and 35 mins to put it together, which isn't too bad. Instructions were pretty well laid out and things went together smoothly.

Used it a handful of times already and have been happy with it. No creaks, no noises, and pretty stable. We live in a 105 year old Minnesota home that has no central AC and 3 stories. We decided to put it in the unfinished basement so it will be much cooler in the summer and out of the way. Even on the cement floor that has seen its better days, it seems really stable in both sitting and standing positions. We are woodworkers in our basement so we are happy there are wheels on it that we can store it away from sawdust easily.

Husband doesn't really care for the options for work outs on it, I usually never use them and just go, so doesn't bother me. I cannot get the Bluetooth to work with music, which isn't a deal breaker since I have a stereo by it, but the speaker doesn't get to loud and it crackles on the highest volume.

So far we are pretty pleased with it. If anything changes I will be sure to update.
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Will
5.0 out of 5 stars It is so hard to order things like this online because you don't get to try it ...
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2018
It is so hard to order things like this online because you don't get to try it out like you do in store, but yet in store it is just overwhelming. I am pretty stratified so far.

We received it in good time, probably a week and a half, and I felt awful for the FedEx guy dragging it through the snow up to my porch. The box came pretty damaged and beat up. I was extremely nervous it was going to have missing pieces or broken parts, everything looked fine and there.

Out of box it took us 1 hr and 35 mins to put it together, which isn't too bad. Instructions were pretty well laid out and things went together smoothly.

Used it a handful of times already and have been happy with it. No creaks, no noises, and pretty stable. We live in a 105 year old Minnesota home that has no central AC and 3 stories. We decided to put it in the unfinished basement so it will be much cooler in the summer and out of the way. Even on the cement floor that has seen its better days, it seems really stable in both sitting and standing positions. We are woodworkers in our basement so we are happy there are wheels on it that we can store it away from sawdust easily.

Husband doesn't really care for the options for work outs on it, I usually never use them and just go, so doesn't bother me. I cannot get the Bluetooth to work with music, which isn't a deal breaker since I have a stereo by it, but the speaker doesn't get to loud and it crackles on the highest volume.

So far we are pretty pleased with it. If anything changes I will be sure to update.
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B. Colonna
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Machine for The Price
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2017
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Update 4/7/2017: I purchased this trainer about 6 weeks ago, and I still like it. We use it just about every day, 1 to 2 people per day, for several "miles" each of elliptical and bike. It is still quiet, smooth and seems to handle light to moderate use.

Original Review:
I did a lot of research before buying this product. I found there are a lot of better ellipticals out there, as well as a lot of better bikes. What there is not are many hybrids. Of the ones I found, this one seemed the best, especially for the price.

I opted for this model over the “Pro” version. The differences on the Pro model:
• Has a better warranty (1 year parts and labor, lifetime of the original owner on the frame, versus 90 days parts and labor and 5 year frame on this model).
• Costs about $180 more.
• A longer stride (17” versus 15” on this one).
• 4 Additional programmed workouts (20 vs. 16 on this model).
• The pedals separate to better emulate a bike in recumbent bike mode.
• Lever handle seat adjustment rather than a pull-spring handle, for better range of seat distance.

I didn’t see any of the Pro model's features as a huge advantage except the warranty. However, at $180 more you somewhat bought the expanded warranty, and most credit cards now double your warranty up to one year so, to me it wasn’t enough to justify buying the “Pro” model.

So I opted for this model. There are a couple of other company's who sell a hybrid elliptical/recumbent bike, and one that may actually sell a 3 way (elliptical/recumbent/upright bike), but the reviews were not good.

Set up:
Unpacking is not bad, and if you open the box top and tip it, you can slide out pretty much everything, rather than struggle to lift it out of the box. Everything was packed tightly and protected in plastic. The instructions were decent. There absolutely is smoother as a two person job. It took my son and I about two hours.

Everything fit together well. I didn’t have any bad struggles with misaligned holes or bad screws. Just take your time and read the directions and it is pretty simple.

TIP: Make sure to apply grease whenever directed. A packet of white grease is provided, and it is more than enough to grease the necessary moving parts. I used my own grease, as I am partial to a Chevron SR1 ball baring grease for most moving parts, but any lithium grease will do. the rods at the bottom of the elliptical handles came pre-greased, but I added some any way.

Use:
The unit is smooth and quiet. If you are an elliptical fanatic and use gym machines, you will find the stride noticeable shorter. At 15” it is probably 5” or so less than most conventional units. It is fine to use though. It is a compromise for having two machines in one, as well as being a space saver. The unit assembled is about 61” long, 24 ½” wide, and at peak height the pedals are about 13 ½” off the floor.
In recumbent bike mode, the seat adjusts to hole positions along the frame, and should accommodate most users. My daughter is 5’2 “and reached the pedals flat footed and comfortably, and that was in the 3rd closest hole, so she had room to spare.

The console, while unremarkable, is functional. It requires four D batteries (not included). To me, that’s poor form to sell any product that costs a few hundred dollars and skip out on providing batteries. You can also buy an AC adapter to power it. The console will come on when you start to move pedals etc. or press any button, and auto power off after the pedals are stationary for a few minutes. It is monochromatic and is NOT backlit. Along with the elliptical handles, there are two grip bars that will read heart rate. The console will also show your RPMs, watts of power generated, distance pedaled, and MPH.

The console is also Bluetooth so you can pair your own heart rate monitor, as well as iFit. There is a 3.5 mm jack so you can connect an iPhone, iPod, etc. to play music. The top of the console has a tablet holder on it for an iPad etc.

The programed workouts actually work fairly well. You can select a program, and it will maintain a resistance level for one minute, then change the resistance. It also will display the optimal speed for the workout program.

When in recumbent bike mode, the console and grips may be tilted forward for viewing/use.

The seat is comfortable and the seatback is vented so you don’t end up with a soaking back in you are against it in bike mode.

There is also a water bottle holder on the machine.

Overall, I am impressed with the unit, especially for the price. I will update this review as I use the product more.
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JCap
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic Hybrid Machine! Love it!
Reviewed in Canada on March 10, 2020
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Long story short: I love this hybrid machine! I love the fact that it is two exercise machines in one, that it is easy to use (I only use the machine and console programs, not the iFit programs, though I’m sure they are nice), that it’s compact considering the type of machine and the price is certainly right.

First machine sent was sadly defective, but could be used without programs or resistance in the interim while we figured out the solution to the problem. The replacement and/or repair service is free if you read the instructions and register your machine before putting it together as it says in Step 1 of the manual. It gives you a 90 warranty through the manufacturer Proform from date of purchase. So after two visits from a local repair service and three replacement parts, it was deemed completely defective.

Yeah, bummer.

Amazon came through! They not only shipped me a replacement machine immediately for free and took back the defective one (taken apart & put in the box that the replacement came in) right from my house, they gave me a partial refund to hire the local service guy to put together the second one. (The first one took my husband and I 2.5 hours to put together. Wasn’t too bad.)

Great service by all!

So remember to register the machine online to get the 90 days warranty and you don’t need to pay for a iFit membership if you don’t want to, just cancel before the free trial is up. However, you will need a credit card for the initial IFIT membership application, but they don’t charge unless you forget to cancel before the free trial is up.
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ventura ibañez
4.0 out of 5 stars El display no prende y no le funciona. Despues de su soporte tecnico ya funciono
Reviewed in Mexico on January 5, 2020
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La elíptica no le sirve el display y no se como arreglarlo, o que amazonio nos proporcione donde hay un servicio técnico calificado para que venga y arregle este display. Este es importantisimo para el mejor funcionamiento de este equipo
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5.0 out of 5 stars Came quickly
Reviewed in Canada on December 22, 2019
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This was a gift for my husband and he is very happy with it. It was difficult to assemble, however, but would’ve gone more smoothly if he had had help.
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Bansse M.
2.0 out of 5 stars NOTICE TOTALEMENT EN ANGLAIS
Reviewed in France on March 29, 2018
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IMPOSSIBLE DE CONNECTER LE BLUETOOTH
ETANT DONNER QUE LA NOTICE EST EN ANGLAIS L UTILISATION DU PRODUIT EST TRES COMPLIQUE POUR NE PAS DIRE IMPOSSIBLE
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Halcon
4.0 out of 5 stars Light Weight Elliptical - Updated 2021
Reviewed in Canada on March 12, 2019
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This product was purchased as a replacement of a Schwinn elliptical, which actually lasted 5 years of almost daily use (no complaints). The machine came well packed in a fairly large box. It's about 65 kg, so unless you have easy access to where you want to install it, and some help to carry the box, I would recommend to open it, take the parts, and carry them separately. This is what I did, as it needed to be in the basement's gym.

The assembly instructions are clear. The bolts, nuts and screws are well labelled, but they have no extras, so be careful on each step so that you dont end up with missing parts. It says that 2 people are required, and that is true for 2 or 3 steps, but I was able to handle them myself. It took me about 1.5 hours to finish it, with breaks and all.

Now, I should say that, upon reading some reviews, I was hesitant to buy this elliptical because, apparently, one could not use this machine without an iFit active account. When you sign up, the first month is free and then there are monthly charges. Some people may find the suscription worth it, as it appears to offer good features. But I didn't need it and, digging deeper for more info, I was able to find out that there's a way to use the machine in manual mode, by
pressing the Bluetooth button for about 15 seconds once you turn on the console for the first time.

The conversion between elliptical and recumbent bike mode is easy (release the front knob for the console position, lock the pedals in upright position and you're ready to use it as a bike). The console offers 8 exercise routines for each mode. But you can always change it manually by increasing or decreasing the resistance. The pulse and calorie counter seem accurate enough, but they should be taken as a references only.

The reason for the headline is that, even though it's rated for 350 pounds user weight, the machine is not really that stable. I'm only 170 pounds and the wobbling is noticeable. Also, there is some squeaking when using it as elliptical. That is certainly weight dependent. It helps to grease and tight the bolts properly, but it will squeak the louder with more weight on it. That being said, for the price, it's a good workout option. Just make sure that what it delivers matches your expectations.

I'll be posting regular updates for this review.

UPDATE (13/03/20): One year has passed and the machine still works as intended. However, the noise issue has gotten worse with time. While adjusting the tightness of the bolts (particularly the ones holding the front foot platforms) helps to reduce the noise a bit, the solution is only temporary and it comes back with a vengeance, Other than noise, the machine is still performing OK, so it's a keeper, at least for now.

Update (17/03/21): Oh boy, what a crazy year since the last update. More than ever, I'm glad to have my own gym setup at home. The elliptical is still working as it should. The noise actually decreased and now it barely makes any creaking sound, regardless of how long the work out is. The only thing I noticed is that the pulse meter is not working accurately anymore - I tried cleaning the handle pads but it made no difference.

I noticed that it hasn't been available in Amazon for a while but if you need a mid to low price elliptical and you can find it in stock with other online sellers, I'd recommend without hesitation.
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