Elliptical Trainer Ratings

Proform ZE5 Folding Elliptical Trainer

Price: $799

Bottom Line: The ZE5 by Proform (an Ikon brand) is a very entry level elliptical machine. Coming in under $1000, the price tag is good, the folding feature is nice, but the quality is lacking.

Thoughts: You get what you pay for with an elliptical. The proform ZE5 Elliptical trainer looks nice, and the folding feature is nice for space savings. However, the machine is noisy, and does not appear to be of the best quality. Also, Proform only offers a limited 1year parts replacement warranty on this machine whereas other manufacturers such as Smooth Fitness and Life Fitness offer a 5-7year parts warranty that includes a 2year labor warranty. The Proform ZE5 elliptical machine supports iFit Live technology which is nice, but if you're looking for something that will last more than a few months, we'd recommend moving up to something of a bit higher quality.

Features:	Notes:	Rating:
Drive System	Rear Drive	8.2
Resistance	Magnetic	7.9
Feel/Motion	18" Stride	7.5
Unit Weight	120 lbs.	6.7
Max User Weight	275 lbs. (We're Skeptical of this)	7.3
Stability	Poor	6.2
Quality	Poor	6.2
Display	LCD	7.1
Smoothness	Medicore	7
Noise Level	Noisy (scrapes and creeks)	5
Resistance Levels	10 levels	7.2
Programs	16 presets	9
Heart Rate Monitoring	Grip Pulse on handlebars	7.1
Warranty	Limited 1Year Parts	7.2
Overall Value	Folding Feature is nice, and look is nice, but quality is lacking	7.1
Average Rating:		7.1

Pros:

• Compact and Lightweight
  
• Folding Feature
• Ifit Technology
• LCD Display

• Stride mnotion is uncomfortable for most users
• Parts quality is lacking
• Unit is noisy
• Lots of plastic
• Limited 1Year parts warranty

Manufacturer's web site: www.proform.com