Bottom Line: Octane adds X-mode, Glute kicker and MOM mode to their proven design. Although it is mostly marketing hype, there is a lot to talk about with the electronics on this series. One advantage is the easy step up from the rear.
Features:
Notes:
Rating:
Drive System
Front Drive with Upper Body
5
Resistance
Eddy Current
9
Feel/Motion
20.5" Stride
8
Unit Weight
260 lbs.
8
Max User Weight
300 lbs.
7
Stability
Excellent
9.5
Quality
Excellent
9.5
Display
Red LED with 5 windows
8
Smoothness
Average (lacks the inertia of rear drive)
5
Noise Level
Minor roller sound
6
Resistance Levels
20
9
Programs
5 for Q37, 10 for Q37e and Q37ce
7.5
Heart Rate Monitoring
Grip pulse monitor and wireless chest strap; 5 heart rate control programs on Q37e and Q37ce
8.5
Warranty
Lifetime frame warranty; 3 years parts and electronics, 1 year labor
7
Overall Value
Lots of software additions for techies
8.5
Average Rating:
7.67
Pros:
Low 4" step-up height — easy to get on and off and fits in rooms with a low ceiling.
Unique ArmBlaster program focusing on the upper body (Q37e and Q37ce only).
Cons:
Max user weight is low relative to the heavy mass of the elliptical machine itself.
Front drive — Despite that Octane currently produces the best front-drive ellipticals, we prefer the feel of rear drive units.
5