*Please note - the score we give each trainer is in relation to its price range and should only be used to compare with other trainers within its bracket. The best price we list is what we can find at present, the costs differ dramatically between retailers but if you see one that is so much lower than the rest check that it's new and not a re-conditioned model before buying.
End of stock discounts
When a retailer comes to the end of its stock for a particular model they will often discount it heavily to make space for new stock. We keep a check on many retailers and will update the SPECIAL OFFER ALERT section below on a daily basis. This can be a great way to get a model that would normally be way above your budget and hence a much higher spec trainer - note the manufacturers warranty will still be valid.
SPECIAL OFFER ALERT (updated: Friday 14th November 2008)
Gymcompany have put together a wide range of home gym packages combining everything from elliptical trainers, treadmills, bikes, vibration trainers and weights. Prices start at £1,540 with a saving of up to 20% on buying separately and include free accessories and installation.
For more information please click here.
Gymcompany are also offering visitors to this site 5% discount on all gym equipment - just click here to see their range of elliptical trainers and enter review5off in the voucher box at the check out screen.
Inspire Fitness have reduced the price on their range of Horizon ellipticals and will also throw in a high impact mat if you click through from our site.
For more information please click here or call them on 01782 624349, and let them know where you found the details and you'll get your free mat to sit under your trainer.
Another good offer from Sweatband. They have the York Fitness x302 for £438 - that's about £150 cheaper than anywhere else. We've not reviewed this one but it's similar to the York Fitness x301 which we think is a cracker.
For more details on the X302 please click here.
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We have listed the trainers below in order of price. See our Key below for definitions.
Up To £150
Model
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Resist.
Control
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No. of
progs.
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Heart
Rate
Prog
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Folding
(Y/N)
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Special
Features
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Our
Score*
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Best
Price (£)
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Retailer
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£150 to £300
Model
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Resist.
Control
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No. of
progs.
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Heart
Rate
Prog
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Folding
(Y/N)
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Special
Features
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Our
Score*
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Best
Price (£)
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Retailer
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| Kettler Zenith
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m2
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13
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Y(1)
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N
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A G1
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to be reviewed
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299
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John Lewis
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£300 to £500
Model
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Resist.
Control
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No. of
progs.
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Heart
Rate
Prog
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Folding
(Y/N)
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Special
Features
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Our
Score*
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Best
Price (£)
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Retailer
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**As a visitor to this site you'll get 5% off all gym equipment with Gymcompany - just click here to see their range of trainers and enter review5off in the voucher box at the check out screen
£500 to £1,000
| Horizon TE900
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m2
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10
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Y(1)
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N
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G2 F H
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to be reviewed
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595
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John Lewis
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Above £1,000
| Smooth CE3.2
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m2
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9
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Y (1)
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N
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A C G2 H
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to be reviewed
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1,199
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Smooth Fitness
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| Smooth CE7.4
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m2
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8
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Y (1)
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N
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A C F G2 H
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to be reviewed
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1,699
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Smooth Fitness
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| Nautilus EV7.18
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m2
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16
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Y(4)
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N
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A C G2 H
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to be reviewed
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2,065
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GymCompany**
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KEY:-
** - Gymcompany 5% discount offer to visitors to this site - enter 'review5off' in voucher box at checkout.
Resist. Control - some trainers have air resistance and a set number of levels of resistance to work you harder, most models now have magnetic brake resistance for more variation, m1 is manual control, m2 select via console.
No. of progs - the more the better is the general rule. Pre-set programmes will automatically alter the resistance levels and incline (if available). A P signifies personal trainer workouts.
Heart rate prog - most trainers come with pulse rate sensors to monitor its rate. HRC programmes will alter the programme to keep your pulse rate in a target zone to optimise fitness and weight loss. (no. of HRCs in brackets)
Folding - some models fold-up for easy storage.
Special Features:-
A - adjustable positions for more than one user
B - body fat measurement
C - custom programmable so you can set your own programmes
F - fitness test
G1 - pulse rate monitor grips in static handles
G2 - pulse rate monitor grips in moving handles (preferable)
H - wireless heart monitoring via chest strap and built-in polar chip - better still than G2 above
I - incline power ramp to work different muscle groups
P - personal trainer software compatible, such as iFit, to measure progress and set workouts
R - recovery HR, controlled recovery phase to bring you back to normal heart rate
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