In this elliptical trainer consumer report we will show the best, the best value and best budget
elliptical trainers.
Reviewers say Precor makes the best
elliptical trainers on the market. Precor's
elliptical trainers have great features and they don't have a weight limit, so they're appropriate and stable for heavier individuals. The EFX 5.17i doesn't provide an upper body workout, although the Precor EFX 5.33 elliptical trainer does.
If you have limited space (or a limited budget), reviewers recommend the Smooth CE, which is a compact 22 x 57 inches in size. The Smooth elliptical trainer has seven programs and an included wireless heart-rate monitor. Unlike the Precor above, it includes an upper body workout.
The Fitness Quest elliptical trainer has one huge advantage over other models in its price range -- it has a one-year warranty on parts and labour. While reviewers warn that machines in this price range won't hold up like the Precor or Smooth elliptical trainers above, the warranty and variety of programs make the Eclipse worth a look.