5 Best NordicTrack Treadmills of 2024: Top Picks from a Well-Respected Cardio Brand

Out of all of the NordicTrack treadmills, the Commercial 1750 has my heart. It has so much going for it–a powerful motor, a 300-pound weight capacity, decline and incline adjustments, a sizable touchscreen with iFIT programming that rotates for off-treadmill training, and a cushioned deck perfect for runners training indoors. It earns perfect scores on durability, customizations, tech capabilities, workout programming, and adjustability and ergonomics.

GGR’s Senior Director of Content Kate Meier has also thoroughly tested the NordicTrack Commercial 1750 and was pleased with all the features.

“This is a top-of-the-line treadmill with a slightly more expensive price tag, but not exactly high-end,” Kate explains. “You get all the comforts and tech capabilities of some of the best treadmills on the market, but for under $2,000.”

The 1750 has both incline and decline options for those who want to kick their training up a notch. The decline capabilities is one of the features that separates this machine from the competition, as most only come with incline settings. For that reason, along with a top speed of 12 mph, we rate the customizations a 5 out of 5.

Plus, the 22-inch-by-60-inch deck shines for those who are taller or enjoy frequent running. It has a cushioned deck that’s especially useful if you want to take advantage of the decline settings. “Downhill runs put a lot of stress on your joints,” one of our GGR testers said. We also took measurements of the distance from the console and found that the handrails came in at exact arm’s length—27 inches to the incline and speed buttons, 23 inches to the start/stop button, and 17 inches to the handles. So, we gave it a 5 out of 5 for ergonomics.

The only real drawback to this machine is it isn’t very portable and wouldn’t be suitable for a small space. Although there are included transport wheels, Kate said this treadmill is especially difficult to tip to get onto the wheels. This doesn’t surprise me since the 1750 weighs 340 pounds in the box. It is foldable, which earns it some bonus points but we’ll still rate the footprint and portability a 3.5 out of 5.

Check out our full NordicTrack Commercial 1750 treadmill review.

For a NordicTrack treadmill with similar features that’s easier to move and a smaller price tag, check out the NordicTrack Commercial 1250. It has a smaller screen, but you still get decline training and iFIT programming.

If you’re looking for one of the best budget treadmills, the NordicTrack EXP 10i will likely not disappoint. At around $1,400, the EXP 10i is currently the cheapest treadmill NordicTrack produces and still comes with a 300-pound weight capacity, adjustable cushioning, and iFIT. We rated the overall value of this machine a 4.5 out of 5 (the half-point deduction is due to the smaller screen).

The adjustable cushioning is probably my favorite feature on the EXP 10i, especially if you’re sharing this machine with others. I personally enjoy a well-cushioned deck, due to the fact that my semi-professional sports career destroyed my ankles (literally), and studies¹ have shown that treadmill cushioning significantly decreases the impact of your foot striking the ground.

Some people would prefer a belt that feels more similar to pavement. With the adjustable cushioning feature, everyone can have what they prefer!

The running deck is 55 inches long, which is fine for most people but taller runners may have difficulties getting into a comfortable stride. We rate the adjustability and ergonomics a 4 out of 5 for that reason.

It comes with a 2.75 horsepower motor, which is fairly standard, and has a 300-pound weight capacity. We’ve had multiple people test it and everyone has said it’s stable while in use, even when running at the top speed of 10 mph, so we’ll give it a 4 out of 5.

Out of all the NordicTrack treadmills, the EXP 10 is apparently the easiest to assemble. Our NordicTrack rep informed us that while this process would be best completed with another person, it shouldn’t take more than two hours. Still, we rated the assembly process a 3 out of 5 since there are a lot of parts.

Although this machine does have a touchscreen, it is a small one. At just 10 inches, this touchscreen is only a few inches larger than a new iPhone. If you have eyesight problems, I would recommend checking out a different NordicTrack treadmill with a larger screen.

Read more in our NordicTrack EXP 10i treadmill review.

The NordicTrack EXP 10i is one of the few NordicTrack treadmills without decline training, though for just a little more money you can get that with the NordicTrack Commercial 1250.

If you’re looking for one of the best home treadmills for running, this could be it. The tread belt is a spacious 20-inch-by-60-inch running surface, which we found in testing to be great for people of just about any height, a maximum speed of 12 MPH, and it comes with incline and decline adjustments. It earned 5 out of 5 scores on adjustability and ergonomics, workout experience, and conveniences.

As for the console distance when “aboard the ship,” our expert testers measured 19 inches with only 14 inches from the armrest. The speed range is 0 to 12 MPH, so you can get in just about any kind of running workout! And what we really love about the C1250 is the -3% decline to 12% incline. You’ll truly feel like you’re running up and down hills.

Like all other new NordicTrack treadmills, the C1250 syncs with iFIT. You can follow along to sprint workouts, long endurance runs, or even off-machine strength training. iFIT utilizes Google Maps as well, so you can literally run anywhere (virtually, of course). No surprise it earns a 5 out of 5 for workout programming.

“The 10-inch touchscreen is a little small compared to what you might find on other machines in this price range,” said GGR expert product tester and certified personal trainer Lindsay Scheele.

Learn more at our NordicTrack C1250 Treadmill review.

If you really want to amp up your running workouts, we’d recommend investing in the NordicTrack Commercial 1750 for its larger screen. You can also rotate the 1750’s screen to follow your trainer during cooldowns or off-treadmill workouts.

Want to really get your legs burning? How about climbing on a machine with an impressive 40% incline? The NordicTrack Commercial X24 has a range of a -6% decline up to a 40% incline. That’s good for just about any incline treadmill workout you can think of, and it gets a perfect 5 out of 5 for customizations.

GGR lead reviewer, certified personal trainer, and certified nutrition coach Lindsay Scheele tested the X24, and it’s safe to say she was impressed. “It’s quiet and smooth, has a large screen, and the iFIT programming just keeps getting better and better. I review a ton of treadmills, but this one is actually very good,” she said.

The X24 has a 400-pound weight capacity and a super-strong 4.25 horsepower motor. It should go without saying, but this gets a 5 out of 5 on durability.

If you’re going to run or sprint on a treadmill, having a stable machine is key to an enjoyable workout. Plus, the 22-inch-by-60-inch deck allows your legs to naturally stride on the X24. For context, the typical walking or jogging treadmill is around 5 inches shorter.

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Lindsay was also very impressed with the 24-inch swiveling touchscreen. A great screen, like the one on the X24, can really bring interactive programming to life. Plus, the monitor doesn’t shake or wobble at all. “The monitor is very sturdy, even at top speeds and inclines. You won’t feel like you’re getting motion sickness from the screen jostling too much,” Lindsay said.

It is worth mentioning that the X24 cannot be folded, so it would work best for someone who has a designated home gym (not a garage gym, since your warranty will be voided). Plus, at over 400 pounds, the X24 will definitely require professional movers or a few really strong friends to help you move the machine around. We rated it a 2 out of 5 on footprint and portability.

Although there’s no treadmill with the same incline, hill climbers looking for a similar experience without spending as much money should check out the Xebex SledTrac 6000. It’s not as steep as the NordicTrack X24 but it has several workout modes and can be used to mimic sled workouts.

You can’t always get what you want in life, but the NordicTrack Commercial 2450 is challenging that notion. This decked-out treadmill features a 22-inch touchscreen, incline and decline, and is one of the best folding treadmills. We gave it a 5 out of 5 on adjustability and ergonomics.

Most treadmills that have a massive screen or lots of features don’t fold (looking at you, Peloton Tread). However, people who don’t have a dedicated home gym can’t always afford to leave out their treadmill 24/7, which is where the foldable 2450 shines. Certified personal trainer and GGR Everything lead reviewer Lindsay Scheele, however, notes it’s a little difficult to move around.

“You have to grab onto a curved foot on the side or a middle shelf in the middle,” she said. “These are minor details, and this is decently portable, just not perfect in my opinion.” We’ll give it a 4 out of 5 on portability and footprint.

I love the incline and decline options on the 2450. Although the incline doesn’t tap out at 40% like its overachieving older brother (the X24), the 15% maximum works well for me. You’re able to get a challenging incline workout without being at risk of snapping your knees and ankles like twigs. 

If you’re looking for cushioning that feels like stepping on fresh marshmallows right out of the bag, the 2450 has your number. The response from the belt to my feet hitting the deck was more of a bounce than a thud. If you’re more into minimal cushioning, this might not be your best pick.

It is worth noting that the 2450 is pretty large and has an in-depth assembly process. If you’re not a fan of putting lots of small pieces together (almost like an Ikea dresser), professional assembly might be the best option for you. Plus, at 353 pounds, you’ll definitely need some assistance to get this up a flight of stairs.

As for our proprietary console distance measurements, our 5-foot-11 tester found that everything was easily within arm’s reach.

For more, read our NordicTrack Commercial 2450 review.

The NordicTrack Commercial 1750 is also foldable, and in our experience is more compact than the 2450.