Elliptical Trainer Ratings

Smooth CE 7.4 Elliptical Trainer

Price: $1,499

Bottom Line: The Smooth CE 7.4 has a 21" stride which is great for those who like a challenge. With over 65 lbs. of flywheel mass behind the user, you will feel like you are gliding on a cloud. Smooth has sold thousands of these elliptical machines direct to consumer over the web and as such can offer more value than other manufacturers at this price.

Update: Smooth recently dropped the price on this model, it used to sell for over $2,000, at $1,499 we're going to need to consider it for the $1,000 - $2,000 best buy category.

Features:	Notes:	Rating:
Drive System	Rear drive	9
Resistance	Eddy current	9
Feel/Motion	21" natural stride	8.5
Unit Weight	210 lbs.	8
Max User Weight	300 lbs.	8.5
Stability	Excellent	9
Quality	Excellent	9
Display	LCD	7.5
Smoothness	Excellent	9
Noise Level	Silent drive system	9
Resistance Levels	16 levels	8
Programs	8 presets	8
Heart Rate Monitoring	Grip Pulse on moving handlebars and wireless HRC	8
Warranty	Lifetime Frame and Drive System, All other parts-5 years, Labor-1 year	8.5
Overall Value	A commercial-quality elliptical for under $2K	8.5
Average Rating:		8.53

Pros:

• This elliptical looks good and feels great!
  
  
• Silky, smooth feel will stay that way.

• Available only online (factory direct).
  

Manufacturer's web site: www.smoothfitness.com