Elliptical Trainer Ratings

Smooth CE 2.1 Elliptical Trainer

Price: $1,499

Bottom Line: This is a great buy for users who want a high quality elliptical with the feel of a club unit at a value price. Smooth uses a rear drive eddy current which is similar to Precor or Life Fitness but at about half the price. The drive system carrys a lifetime warranty.

Features:	Notes:	Rating:
Drive System	Rear drive	9
Resistance	Eddy current	9
Feel/Motion	18" natural stride	7.5
Unit Weight	175 lbs.	7.5
Max User Weight	300 lbs.	8
Stability	Good	7.5
Quality	Excellent	9
Display	LCD	7.5
Smoothness	Excellent	9
Noise Level	Silent drive system	9
Resistance Levels	16 levels	8
Programs	9 presets	8
Heart Rate Monitoring	Grip Pulse on moving handlebars	6.5
Warranty	Lifetime Frame and Drive System, All other parts-2 years, Labor-1 year	6.5
Overall Value	Great buy when on sale at $1,299.	8
Average Rating:		7.97

Pros:

• Small footprint with rear drive and no-maintenance design.
  
  
• Silky, smooth feel will stay that way.

• 18" stride is not good for those over 6' tall.
  

Manufacturer's web site: www.smoothfitness.com