Elliptical Trainer Ratings

Smooth CE 3.2 Elliptical Trainer

Price: $1,699

Bottom Line: The CE 3.2 is built on the same frame as the 2.1 but it has an orange LED display with dot matrix for the programs. This rear drive elliptical machine priced well under $2000 is the best buy on the market considering the feel, quality, warranty etc.

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 and wireless HRC	8
Warranty	Lifetime Frame and Drive System, All other parts-3 years, Labor-1 year	7.5
Overall Value	This one edges out Diamondback for Best Buy 2008.	9
Average Rating:		8.26

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