True ESXt Elliptical Trainer
Price: $4,999
Bottom Line:The True Fitness ESXt offers a commercial quality twin center drive elliptical trainer designed for home use and adds a touch screen feature over the ESX model, all for $4,999.
Thoughts:The True Fitness ESXt elliptical trainer is an extremely well-constructed elliptical trainer. True Fitness based this design off of their commercial technology; therefore, the ESXt brings all the benefits of a commercial grade elliptical trainer to your home. With an electronic stride adjustment from 17"-26", 5setting handle bar adjustment, touchscreen display, 25 resistance levels, and over 10 preset workouts, the ESX offers a great set of workout features. Keep in mind, the dual center drive system does double the number of mechanical parts when compared to a traditional elliptical trainer, making maintenance more costly. The other problem with this machine is the price tag. Coming in at $4,999 the ESX elliptical trainer may be out of the average consumers price range. Also, the 7" touchscreen was a nice addition over the ESX model ($4,599) but hardly worth the $400 price difference as it was the only notable difference between the True Fitness models. Consider looking into other manufacturers such as Smooth Fitness or Life Fitness if you want a high quality elliptical trainer for less.
| Features: |
Notes: |
Rating: |
| Drive System |
Center Core Drive |
 7.0 |
| Resistance |
Eddy Current |
8 |
| Feel/Motion |
Fixed 17"-26" |
8.5 |
| Unit Weight |
326 lbs. |
7.75 |
| Max User Weight |
350 lbs. |
8 |
| Stability |
Very stable |
8 |
| Quality |
High quality |
8.5 |
| Display |
7" TouchScreen |
8.0 |
| Smoothness |
Average |
8 |
| Noise Level |
Quiet |
7 |
| Resistance Levels |
25 |
9.5 |
| Programs |
12 |
8.5 |
| Heart Rate Monitoring |
HRC |
8 |
| Warranty |
10yr Parts + 1yr Labor + 5yr Console/Electronics |
8 |
| Overall Value |
Cost of the added touchscreen is poor value for money. Overall a great machine but you will pay top dollar for it. |
8 |
| Average Rating: |
8.2 |
Pros:
- 17"-26 adjustable stride.
- Adjustable handle bars.
- 7" Touchscreen display.
- Unique twin center drive system.
Cons:
- Two drives to maintain and service.
- High added cost for touchscreen.
- Other manufacturers offer better value for money.
- Foot position can be uncomfortable for some users.
Manufacturer's web site: www.truefitness.com
