Treadmill Review: Nordic Track A2550 Pro vs. Smooth 5.65 Treadmill

If you are on the lookout for a beginner’s treadmill, you may want to check out the Nordic Track A2550 Pro Treadmill and the Smooth 5.65 Treadmill. Both companies offer sales on their websites, but these machines usually range under a thousand dollars. Once you determine which one will benefit your needs, you can tackle the sale searching. Here is a look at both treadmills.

Nordic Track A2550 Pro Treadmill

As with all Nordic Track Treadmills, the A2550 is equipped with iFit Live. This allows you to choose from trails from all over the world to enhance your workout. You can customize your workout, signup to get workout downloads, and manage them on iFit.com. Additionally, Nordic Track offers workout with Jillian Michaels. The iFit Live Module is sold separately, and runs around $130. Also there are subscription costs as well, and they vary depending on the length of the time and package you choose. A wireless network is required for use.

The A2550 has a high-resolution display which tracks your speed time, distance, pulse and burned calories. It also has a secondary LCD window, so you can access your workout specifications. You also have the ability to choose from 16 different workouts depending on your needs.

Here are more details about the Nordic Track A2550 Pro Treadmill:

• Motor: 2.5 HP DURX Commercial Motor
• Speed: 0 -12 MPH
• Incline: 0-10%
• Treadbelt: 20 x 55″
• Folding: Yes
• 350 lb Weight Capacity Deck
• Lifetime Frame and Motor Warranty and 1 Year for parts and labor

Smooth 5.65 Treadmill

The Smooth 5.65 offers 14 workouts, and hand rail toggle switches. The hand rail toggle is a feature that allows you to change the speed or incline without having to look at the LCD. It is beneficial for avoiding any distractions during your workout.

The Smooth 5.65 comes with the IM-Pression Shock Absorption Cushioning System. It provides you with a soft landing for the front foot and a firm push-off for the back foot which in turn assists in uncomfortable impact on the joints and back. This will allow you to workout longer and harder with less fatigue.

Here are the specs for the Smooth 5.65:

• Motor: 2.5 CHP
• Speed: 0.5-10 MPH
• Incline: 0-15%
• Treadbelt: 20 x 55″
• Folding: Yes
• 275lbs. Weight Capacity Deck
• Lifetime Frame and Motor Warranty, 3 years on all parts and electronics and 2 year in home labor

So before you go with price alone, you may want to really look at the benefits of each machine, and what you truly want from your workout experience. Although, you might think that your new treadmill will last forever, it is best to approach this matter logically. The Nordic Track A2550 Pro Treadmill and the Smooth 5.65 both offer up enticing features, and once you decide which one will be the best addition to your home gym, shopping for a great price is simple.