I have had this treadmill up and running for about a month now. I was looking for a higher end treadmill with the sturdiness of a gym level one. I am 6' and 250lbs and some of the lower end treadmills are not sturdy enough and shake too much for someone my size. I have it installed in a finished basement on a hard vinyl tile floor with a treadmill mat underneath.
First impressions:
* This thing is one of the bulkiest and heaviest things I have had to move in my house. It weighed over 425 lbs. and came in a big 7' x 3' box.
* I needed four people to move it around to the back of my house into my basement. It will never move again. If you don't have a couple of burly friends to help you, consider the White Glove service, if available.
* Setup was easy once out of the box. I did it myself. Some parts are a little large and heavy so having a second person would help.
Pros:
* Has it where it counts. This thing feels like a gym treadmill. Sturdy, well made.
* Lifetime warranty on the motor
* No calibration needed out of the box for me. The tread was aligned and there was no slippage.
* Very comfortable, even on faster speeds. I didn't have any issues with walking, jogging or running.
* It isn't very loud compared to other treadmills I have used. Motor is relatively quiet. Of course it gets louder as you fun faster.
* Hand bars are long and sturdy.
* Quick access panel with start and emergency stop switch is nice
* Little to no deck flex. Sturdy run for my size.
Cons:
* The console is sub par. It is really basic monochrome readout. There are a number of presets and manual modes and you have some good options but it is missing key features I would expect for a treadmill in this price range. For instance, the mp3 player is USB or 3.5mm jack only with no Bluetooth so this appears to be a design from about a decade ago. This isn't a major issue for me as I have a wall mounted TV in the room where this resides.
* I didn't expect much but the audio quality of the speakers are awful
* The fan is a nice little feature but it runs for a few minutes and shuts off.
* No way to save profiles for the runner. I have to enter my weight, age, etc. every time I use it. This is dumb.
* Haven't figure out how to add time to an existing session. I have to just start a new one if I want to add more minutes.
* There is a heartrate pulse sensor on the handlebars, much like gym tier treadmills although I have found it to be not very sensitive and slow. I just stopped using it because it doesn't always register.
* Cup holders are oddly shaped and angled. Also, the phone holder is small and doesn't fit my Galaxy S10+. These are nitpicky and small, but still need pointed out.
* No cool down button. Just end.
Overall impression is that I love this thing. The important parts like the treadmill, motor, size, warranty, build quality are all awesome. If you want all the built in entertainment or fitness tracking extras that some other brands have, you're out of luck. Just use a Fitbit and get a TV/tablet for entertainment and call it a day.
Subtracted one start for the underwhelming console for this price range but debated making it 5 stars as that is minor to me.
3/8/21 EDIT:
After using the treadmill for a few months I can confirm that the quality is amazing. Great track, no slippage, sturdy (I weigh 245lbs) and works as advertised. It feels like a commercial treadmill. Yes, the console is still subpar but after using the fitbit for a while, I have found that the console is completely unnecessary other than to get it started and adjust speed. I bumped the review to 5 stars based on it being a phenomenal treadmill.
| Brand | 3G Cardio |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Product Grade | Commercial Grade |
| Product Dimensions | 84"D x 35.5"W x 58"H |
| Item Weight | 366 Pounds |
| Material | Alloy Steel |
| Maximum Speed | 12 Miles per Hour |
| Special Feature | Bluetooth, Shock Absorbent, Heavy Duty, USB Charging Port, Heart Rate Monitor |
| Target Audience | Sporting Goods, Adult |
| Maximum Horsepower | 4 Horsepower |
| Maximum Incline Percentage | 15 |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Display Type | LCD |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Connectivity Technology | FTMS Bluetooth, Bluetooth, Auxiliary |
| Included Components | User Manual, Safety Key, Chest Strap, Tool Kit, Lubricant |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 400 Pounds |
| Deck Length | 62 Inches |
| Deck Width | 22 Inches |
| Speed Rating | 12 miles_per_hour |
| Folded Size | *Non-foldable |
| Input Power | 4 Horsepower |
| Minimum Speed | 0.5 Miles per Hour |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 90 x 39 x 17 inches |
| Package Weight | 189.15 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 84 x 35.5 x 58 inches |
| Brand Name | 3G Cardio |
| Warranty Description | Residential: Lifetime warranty for drive motor & frame, parts 10 years, labor 2 year., Commercial: Motor & Frame 5 years, parts 5 year, labor 1 year. |
| Model Name | Runner |
| Suggested Users | unisex-adult |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Manufacturer | 3G Cardio |
| Part Number | Elite Runner |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Size | 84″ L x 35.5″ W x 58″ H |
| Sport Type | Exercise & Fitness, Running |
