Proform elliptical trainers are made by Icon Health and Fitness whose other brands include Reebok, Welso, NordicTrack and Weider - a pretty impressive list!
Proform is one of America's biggest selling brands and becoming increasingly popular in the UK thanks to the combination of exciting machines at affordable prices.
Like their treadmills, Proform have a wide range of trainers targeting the low to mid-range price bracket.
You can pay anything from around £150 to well over £500
All Proform elliptical trainers come with a full 2 years on site manufacturers parts and labour warranty cover.
We've listed below the Proform trainers we've tried so far with the best online price we can find.
We've also put links to Amazon and eBay so you can search for a better price with them - but always check the delivery cost! What can appear cheaper initially doesn't always turn out to be a bargain once you add on the postage.
Proform Elliptical Trainers:-
Proform 565 EKG.
Our score -
iFit Trainer software
Heart rate sensors in handles
Built-in fan in console.
Best price £139 from SweatBandFitness
Our view - The deal above is an excellent price for a model with features you'd expect to pay twice as much for such as the iFit software. It's coming to the end of its shelf life (hence the price) but still well worth a look.
For technical information click the photo to visit retailers website.
Proform 450HR
Our score -
10 level magnetic resistance
Heart rate sensors in handles
Console displays time, distance, speed, calories and pulse
Best price £139 from Amazon
Our view - looks good and is a pretty good trainer for the price but obviously has its limitations. If you can manage another £30 the two models below have iFit training programmes and worth the extra investment, if not go for the 565 above.
For technical information click the photo to visit retailers website.
Proform 800 HR (2008 model)
Our score -
8 pre-set programmes (iFit) including 2 heart rate controlled
10 level magnetic resistance
Heart rate sensors in static handles
Best price £179 from Amazon
Our view - This new version on the market has a lot to offer for the price tag. The iFit programmes are always welcome, a good console and a smooth action make this a machine well worth a look. Excellent value for money.
For technical information click the photo to visit retailers website.
Proform 690HR Folding
Our score -
10 levels of magnetic resistance
10 workout programmes including heart rate
Heart rate sensors in handles and chest strap compatible
Best price £249 with a free delivery from SweatBandFitness
Our review - Has a wide range of programmes, polar chip for a chest strap heart monitor plus a stylish design. It's good value for money but if you can stretch to another £50 the 695 below has a lot more to offer.
For technical information click the photo to visit retailers website.
Proform 695 Folding
Our score -
10 personal trainer workouts
Built-in speakers and port for your iPod or MP3
Heart rate sensors in handles or polar chip for a chest strap (not included)
Best price £295 with a free delivery from SweatBandFitness
You may have noticed that SweatBandFitness have some excellent prices on Proform cross trainers. You'll always find hundreds of models on eBay, if you're unsure about buying fitness equipment from an auction site please read our guide here.
