‘Confidence Fitness’ treadmills have been built to fit in the very low budget range. Of course they have been made to fulfil needs related to a quiet and peaceful indoor workout. They have all the basic features which should necessarily be present in treadmills.
It is important that you identify your needs and and the amount that you are willing to spend. If both resonate with what ‘Confidence’ machines have to offer , they are a great option for you.
1. Confidence Fitness TP-1 Electric Treadmill Folding Motorised Running Machine
The confidence fitness TP-1 treadmill falls in the extremely low price range. Of course it has been made to provide you with the basic features of a treadmill along with being very much low in budget.
It is necessary to consider whether buying this one would be a wise decision. For how long will the product support your fitness journey?? Let’s find out.
- FOLDING FRAME - Easily folds up and away for easy storage
- SMOOTH MOTOR WITH 12 MONTH WARRANTY - Powerful motor provides drive for users up to 250lbs
- 12 PRESET PROGRAMS - Keep your workout varied with the 12 expert fitness programs
- LARGE BACKLIT LCD - Easy to read display so you can keep your workout on track
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Speed range: 1 mph to 6 mph
- Product weight : 57 lbs
- Upper weight limit: 242 lbs
- Size of the folded machine: 49.5 x 27.5 x 25in
- Running track dimension: 39 x 13in
- Power : 1 HP
FEATURES:
- It is a treadmill with which you can expect ease of use and simplicity without compromising on the utility that a treadmill provides.
- It is very compact, easily foldable and can fit under your desk or bed or store it in any space of your convenience.
- Being light in weight it is easy to be handled. It can be used by almost anyone in your family. Although being light in weight, the company claims that it is a sturdy gadget made of quality material.
- Not much of brainstorming needed to set up the machine.
- The runninng track is 39 inches in length and the speed range that it can provide is moderate. It can be well used for walking or you can say sometimes brisk walking too.
- The LCD display can be used to monitor the speed, distance, time spent and calories burnt.
- Available in two colours: white and black.
- Provision of safety key for the user’s reassurance for a relaxing and good workout.
- It offers 5 different options to quickly select a new speed range.
- It has 12 in built fitness programs whereby you can choose the one that suits your goals and your physical condition.
- 1 HP motor can easily support the speed range within which this machine has to function. It has ben made to give its users a hassle free, calm experience.
- One year warranty provided on the product.
LIMITATIONS:
- The running track is neither adequately long nor too wide. The width isn’t fair enough to give a carefree walking experience. The track’s dimensions are a clear limitation for many.
- Some users have reported that it makes noise and it isn’t smooth to walk, at its highest speed levels.
BOTTOMLINE:
- The Confidence Fitness TP1 electric treadmill is so low in price that it can easily grabs any customers attention( for its price tag).It is loved by its users for its ease of use, simple assembly process and the fact that it is so compact that it can easily fit in a small room or apartment.
- The overall study and user’s reviews about this machine tell us that it can be used for walking.
- You will have to adjust your workout according to the machine’s durability. Or otherwise it will fail to fulfil your demands.It actually needs the user to be flexible and clever too, to use this gadget such that it gives a quiet and smooth walking experience while the treadmill also not being overloaded or misused.
- You can buy it, if it resonates with how you want to use the treadmill.
2. Confidence Fitness TP-2 Electric Treadmill Motorized Running Machine Incline
This treadmill is a much improved version of the Confidence Fitness TP-1 treadmill. Although some of the basic features remain the same, this has some more features which are crucial for a smooth and effective workout.
An improved dimension of the running track along with incline adjustments, good speed controls while still being compact in size such that it fits in the space of a small apartment makes it better that TP-1. Also, it is very affordable.
This is of course better option and a wiser decision to bu the since it will save you from being in a post purchase dissonance!
- SMOOTH PRECISE RUNNING - Max speed 6mph. Quickly change with the quick speed adjuster knob
- MAXIMISE YOUR WORKOUT - 16 built in fitness programs to keep it varied
- 3 INCLINE LEVELS - Manual incline allows you to select one of 3 pre-set inclines for additional challenge
- LARGE LCD BACKLIT DISPLAY - Shows heart rate, speed, distance, time and calories at a glance
SPECIFICATIONS
- Speed range: 1 mph to 6 mph
- Upper weight limit: 242 lbs
- Size of the folded machine: 47.2 x 21.4 x 25 in
- Running track dimension: 39.4 x 16 in
- Power : 1 HP
FEATURES:
- A basic treadmill. Made from good quality material and also the construction and mechanics behind the machine will facilitate a smooth workouts.
- The folding mechnism has been made smooth for easy handling of the machine. Being hydraulically backed, ‘folding’ is an easy task for users. The company claims that the treadmill can be opened easily with very little effort.
- The hand rails have an in built hand pulse sensor, to monitor the heart rate .
- An Adequately sized LCD display which will enable you to read the heart rate, speed, distance, time and calories used.
- The maximum speed that the machine can provide is of 6 mph.
- The speed adjustment knob, allows to change the speed instantly and upscale your workout or reduce its intensity almost with no interruptions and time loss.
- Another addition here, is incline adjustments. Three levels are available, which can be manually adjusted.
- The motor capacity of 1 HP is satisfactory,
- It is very compact in size and the weight of the product is less. So, in any case it is easy to move it and keep it in any corner of the room.
- The running track has a length of around 40 inches but has a decent width of 16 inches. So this one can help you run easily without the fear of safety.
- 16 built in programs that will provide you an array of workouts to suit your needs and break the monotony.
- A safety key keeps you connected to the treadmill to prevent the user from mishaps.
LIMITATIONS:
- The width seems to be fine, but the length of the running track is a limitation. Not everyone would be able to run on it.
- The maximum speed that it can reach is less; only 6 mph. It shows that the treadmill is for walking, or good brisk walking.
BOTTOMLINE:
- The fact that it is reasonably priced isn’t only enough. The features that they are providing are very basic, and it is a good treadmill to walk on.
- It can help you achieve your fitness goals , but one should not expect more that. It is a good option in the low price range and will satisfy your needs according to what it has been made for.
3. Confidence Power Plus (600 W)
It is low budget and very basic treadmill. You can have a look at what this one can offer and buy it if it really suits you needs and your expectations of a treadmill are’nt very high.
- FOLDING FRAME - Easily folds up and away for easy storage
- POWERFUL MOTOR - Provides drive for users up to 250lbs
- LCD DISPLAY - Easy to read display so you can keep your workout on track
- Full product size : 49" x 24" x 11", Runway size : 39.5" x 14"
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Speed: 0.6 to 6.2 mph
- Product weight: 49 lbs
- Upper weight limit: 250 lbs
- Folded dimensions: ( LXWXH) 10X 25X49 in
- Running track dimensions : 39.5 x14 in
- Power: 600 W
FEATURES:
- It is very light in weight and compact in size. Made for under bed storage. It can be easily moved and stored in a place of your choice.
- The assembly process will be quick and easy. Users have reported it to be a moderately easy experience.
- I has a 600 watt motor which isn’t at all enough for a good workout session. The treadmill has been designed to support a workout session of 30 minutes.
- It provides a speed of 0.6 to around 6 mph which may help to walk or jog mildly.
- The running track 39.5 inches in length nad 14 inches wide. It is of course compact but this reduces the hassle related with fitting the machine in a small space.
- The LCD display, shows the time spent, distance covered, speed and calories burnt.
- Safety key has been provided.
- The company claims that the machine is strong enough to support user weight upto 250 lbs, while being light in weight itself.
- The price is such that it is difficult to find any treadmill which can compete it in this respect.
LIMITATIONS:
- It lacks incline. Provides flat running. There is no mention of any cushioning on the running track to reduce stress on the joints.
- It is a little noisy and it will stop after every 30 minute session. The machine cannot support sessions of longer durations.
- The motor power isn’t even 1 HP.
- No built in programs available.
BOTTOMLINE:
This treadmill is very very budget friendly, but that gives way to a number of limitations too. You should not expect much from this one, as it has been made for mild jogging or better to say walking with just the basic features needed to support an indoor workout.
Users who can happily bear the limitations, or don’t need any extra features are satisfied with this treadmill and you also will be. It is a good option for those who don’t want to or cannot spend much for a treadmill.
