ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill Review (2024): A Mid-Range, High-Tech Machine That Folds

There are a few key features that separate a high-end treadmill from the rest of the pack: motor size, durability, and programming. Looking at the specs on those factors alone can paint you a pretty clear picture of whether or not a machine is going to support your fitness goals and be there for you in the long run.

We’ve spent a significant amount of time with ProForm treadmills, putting them through various cardio workouts and comparing them with others in the industry. As you’ll see in our in-depth ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill review, this machine has a lot of features you’ll find on commercial treadmills, but makes sacrifices in some areas to keep the price lower.  

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Our team has tested nearly every treadmill ProForm has available. We have also been on most NordicTrack treadmills as well as dozens of machines from other brands. 

Those of us testing treadmills (and bikes, ellipticals, rowers, and every other kind of fitness equipment you can imagine) are experts in the area. We are certified personal trainers, USA Weightlifting coaches, and CrossFit L-1 trainers who have run marathons, completed triathlons, and competed on the national stage. We don’t just talk the talk; we truly walk the walk (sometimes on treadmills).

ProForm Carbon T14

ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill

GGR Score: 3.83

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Product Highlights

• 14” HD touchscreen 
• 0-12% incline 
• 0-10 MPH 
• iFit compatible

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Free shipping
• 30-day return policy
• 300 lbs user weight capacity
• 0-12 degrees incline
• Folds up with EasyLift assist to store after workout
• iFit compatible with trainer controls

Cons

• Top speed of 10 MPH is lower than similarly priced competitors
• 2.75 CHP motor
• Screen does not rotate for off treadmill workouts
• 55” long tread belt may be too short for taller users
• No user reviews available at time of publishing

Bottom Line

The Carbon T14 is a treadmill at a higher price-point that doesn’t have all the features of similarly priced treadmills. Unless you are set on purchasing a treadmill with iFit capabilities there is probably a better treadmill for you. Additionally, without any customer reviews we aren’t comfortable recommending it.

A Quick Look at the ProForm Carbon T14

ProForm has three treadmill series: the ProForm Pro series, marked by incline and decline training capabilities; the ProForm City series, which is compact and budget-friendly; and the ProForm Carbon series, which marries some of the fancy features of the Pro with some of the affordability of the City.

The T14 is the most advanced in the Carbon series treadmill lineup, touting the biggest touchscreen and the most powerful motor along with some other technology advantages like Bluetooth speakers.

My Tips

• If you want to save a little money, the ProForm Carbon T10 is significantly more affordable and doesn’t sacrifice much.
• Take advantage of the 30-day free iFIT trial, trying both the running workouts as well as the off-treadmill classes like strength training and yoga.

Is the ProForm Carbon T14 Worth It?

If you just look at the T14 treadmill alone, with its about-$1,600 price tag, it meets a lot of the standards you’d see compared to some of the best treadmills in this price range. It has a touchscreen, can stream interactive workouts, provides incline training, and has the fun extras like a cooling fan and accessory tray.

However, if you consider the T14 alongside just the other treadmills that ProForm offers, it pales a little in comparison. For example, the ProForm Pro 2000 is currently the same price but has a more powerful motor, more spacious running deck, faster top speed, and offers decline training. 

To know whether or not the T14 is worth it, you’d have to really stack it against your personal fitness goals.

ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill Specs

Our Experience with the ProForm Carbon T14

Nicole Davis, editor at GGR and certified personal trainer, worked out on the ProForm Carbon T14. She said that the machine didn’t shake at all while it was in use, even at top speeds. That’s a good sign of quality construction. Nicole has also tested the ProForm Carbon T7. Both machines feature ProForm’s trademarked ISO Flex cushioning system, which Nicole said felt great under her feet. 

One feature we love to see on treadmills in this price range is the incline. The Carbon T14 can incline up to 12%, allowing for variety in workouts and a challenge to your legs. 

Perhaps the standout trait on this machine is iFIT. The T14 has a 14-inch touchscreen that streams iFIT workouts, which include live and on-demand classes. iFIT auto-adjusts the treadmill as you climb hills or increase speed. Using Google Maps technology, iFIT can take you on a run literally anywhere in the world. Note: You must have WiFi in order to use iFIT on your machine.

Where the T14 may fall short, performance-wise, is with a 2.75 CHP treadmill motor and a maximum speed of 10 MPH. These are just fine for recreational runners who don’t plan on using the machine for speed workouts. 

However, if you’re a serious runner who likes to hit hard sprints and use the treadmill every day, you might not find the durability or speed you want from this machine. Instead, check out the ProForm Pro 9000, which has everything a runner could ask for.

The tread belt on the T14 is 55 inches long. Nicole is shorter, so she didn’t mind the deck. However, people 6 feet or taller may need to make stride adjustments while running. 

Foldable and Portable

Because ProForm doesn’t list the weight of its treadmills online, we reached out to a representative from the company who told us that the Carbon T14 weighs 223 pounds. That is far from making it a light treadmill, but also not as heavy as you’ll see commercial-grade treadmills reach. Even still, it touts a 300-pound weight capacity, which is a little below what we would want from a machine in this price range, but still acceptable. 

Nicole had no problem folding the T14 using the so-called EasyLift Assist hydraulics system. She could then use the transport wheels to move the machine around herself. 

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Technology Benefits and Conveniences

In addition to a full-color, 14-inch smart HD touchscreen, the Carbon T14 has a few additional “wow” factors. For example, the Bluetooth speakers can stream music by connecting to your smart device. You can also sync your own Bluetooth headphones with the machine. 

There is no built-in heart rate monitor, though you can pair Bluetooth heart rate devices with the machine using iFIT’s trademarked ActivePulse technology. ActivePulse is pretty amazing, actually. It measures your heart rate and adjusts your workout to keep you training in the correct heart rate zone. If you are overdoing it, ActivePulse dials back the speed. If you aren’t pushing it hard enough, it might increase the intensity of your workout.

Other extras on the Carbon T14 include a cooling fan and two water bottle holders. There is a vertical tray under the console for storage as well. 

ProForm Carbon T14 vs NordicTrack Commercial 1750 

NordicTrack Commercial 1750

NordicTrack Commercial 1750

GGR Score: 4.5

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Product Highlights

• Spacious running deck
• Compatible with iFIT
• 14-inch touchscreen
• Incline and decline training
• Financing available

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Compatible with iFIT
• 3.5 CHP motor
• Free trial of iFIT subscription with purchase
• Treadmill with incline and decline training
• Foldable to save space (EasyLift Assist)
• Run that feels similar to road running
• Financing options available through NordicTrack
• Generous speed range
• Wide running deck
• Cooling fan

Cons

• Big footprint
• Heavy and not the easiest to move
• Price is around $2,000
• Warranty is voided if the treadmill is used/stored in a garage

Bottom Line

If you’re looking to add a workhorse of a treadmill to your home gym, we recommend the NordicTrack Commercial 1750.

While there is currently a price discrepancy of about $400 between these two machines, comparing the Carbon T14 against the NordicTrack Commercial 1750 is a worthwhile exercise because both would satisfy runners looking for interactive programming from a mid-range machine.

The key advantage to the ProForm is that it is more affordable. It also weighs less and is easier to move around.

The NordicTrack Commercial 1750, however, features a longer running deck, has both incline and decline training options, and has a higher top speed.

If you want more variety in your training options, go with the 1750. If you want affordability, choose ProForm.

Warranty and Customer Service

The warranty on the Carbon T14 is a little subpar: There is a 10-year frame warranty, one-year parts warranty, and one-year labor warranty. Many home treadmills from ProForm and NordicTrack have similar warranties. Higher-end machines tend to have a 15-year to lifetime warranty on the frame, and some even extend longer warranties to the motor. 

For customer service, there is a live chat function on the website, though if you have technology issues, you’re better off calling. We have emailed support before and found that ProForm customer service may take as long as a week to respond.

Ordering and Assembling the ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill

One key benefit to buying home gym treadmills from ProForm is the 0% financing. If you order directly from the ProForm website, the T14 can be financed at 0% APR over 39 months—not a bad deal. If you go through something like Amazon, however, you may not get quite that deal. Also, ProForm offers free shipping.

Assembling the T14 might require a few people, because it is a heavy machine. You can opt for delivery to the room of your choice and professional assembly for an additional $199.

Customer Reviews

As of this writing, ProForm does not have any customer reviews for the T14 on its website, and there are none to be found on third-party sites either.

Final Verdict of Our ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill Review

Is the T14 worth the price tag? Maybe. If you’re a taller runner or someone who needs a powerful motor, I’d look at a different machine. However, if you really like iFIT programming and want a mid-range machine that comes with some cool features, this could be a good fit. 

I’d encourage people to use the “Compare” function on ProForm’s website to stack its machines side-by-side before making a purchasing decision.

ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill Rating

ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill

ProForm Carbon T14 Treadmill Review (2024) | Garage Gym Reviews

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Product Price: 1599

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Editor's Rating:
3.83

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Kate Meier, NASM-CPT, USAW-L1, CF-L1

Kate has nearly two decades of experience working in both the fitness and content industries. On the fitness side, she has worked in a number of settings: youth athletics, owned a CrossFit affiliate, personal training, weightlifting coach, CrossFit coach, and fitness floor consultant at a YMCA. Personally, Kate enjoys competing in weightlifting and stores her barbell in her bedroom.On the content side, Kate’s background is in newspaper journalism. She branched into public relations for the American Red Cross for about five years and then moving into content marketing.Today, her work at Garage Gym Reviews blends her excitement for fitness and love of writing. If she isn’t reviewing fitness equipment, you can find her working out or spending time with her two children.Certifications:NASM Certified Personal Trainer CrossFit Level 1 Trainer USA Weightlifting Level 1 Trainer

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