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Horizon fitness 7.0 AE elliptical vs Nordictrack SE7i

Posted by Pascal Landshoeft

Apr 20, 2021 9:00:00 AM

Horizon fitness 7.0 AE elliptical vs Nordictrack SE7i

This is a comparison of the Horizon fitness 7.0 AE elliptical and the Nordictrack SE7i including pros, cons, and alternatives. Follow the links for more details.

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Overview and review of the Nordictrack SE7i $1299

This is a review of the Nordictrack SE7i model. You will learn about the specifics, pros, cons, and alternatives of this elliptical to make a decision. This article was originally published in "Which elliptical to get from Nordictrack".
 

Overview of the SE7i

 
The SE7i rear-drive elliptical is the cheapest rear-drive elliptical from NordicTrack. Its main features are an 18-inch stride, 18-pound flywheel and the foldable design for easy storage. The full list of features includes:
 
  • 5” Backlit Display
  • NordicTrack iFit® Membership Ready
  • Integrated Tablet Holder
  • Auxiliary Music Port
  • Two 2” Digitally Amplified Speakers
  • AutoBreeze™ Workout Fan
  • SoftTouch™ Upper Body Grips
  • Adjustable, Oversized Cushion Pedals
  • Rear Drive
  • 18 Lb. Effective Flywheel
  • SMR™ Silent Magnetic Resistance
  • 22 Digital Resistance Levels
  • 10% Power Adjustable Incline
  • Commercial Solid Steel Construction
  • Oversized Levelers
  • 325 Lb. User Weight Capacity
  • EKG Grip Pulse Heart Rate Monitor
  • Vertical SpaceSaver® Design
  • 24 On-Board Workouts
  • Rear-mounted Transport Wheels
  • Water Bottle Holder
  • Out-of-the-Box Easy Assembly
  • 67" H X 32" W X 80" L
  • 10-Year Frame Warranty
  • 2-Year Parts Warranty
This machine is best looked for in the used market. If you want to get a new Nordictrack elliptical I would recommend the 12.9i front drive for commercial and the 10.9i for home gym use. 

Pros of the SE7i

  • Price

Cons of the SE7I

  • Small flywheel
  • No-touch screen
  • Size

Alternatives to the SE7I

 
Alternatives to the SE7i are:
 
he concept 2 rower is a good option for anyone who likes a bit more intensity but does not want to stand while exercising. These rowers can also be conveniently stored on a wall hanger to save space when not in use. The main models are the Model E and Model D. Go for the Model E when you are either big and strong (reads NFL player sized) are have problems with going very low. The Model D version is the standard concept 2 model.
 
The Rogue echo bike is my personal favorite when it comes to bang for your buck. It has a high-quality machine that can be used professionally and only costs $700. It is space-efficient and intense.  If you are a home gym owner who means business and does not need any fancy stuff, this is the machine to get. 
 

Summary for the SE7i

 
The SE7i is the cheap and cheerful option for the occasional home warrior for the basement or garage.

Overview and review of the Horizon fitness 7.0 AE elliptical

This is an overview of the Horizon fitness AE 7.0 elliptical including pros, cons, and alternatives. This article was first published in Which Horizon fitness elliptical to get?

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Overview of the 7.0 AE elliptical $999

 
The 7.0 AE elliptical is the best value for money option in the Horizon elliptical lineup. This is mainly due to the most modern console out of all the Horizon ellipticals. The size and layout are more than enough for home gym use. In a commercial setting, you might want to bet on something with a bigger frame and different warranty options. The full specifications are:
 
Frame Type: Six Star Non-folding
Flywheel: 23
Stride Length: 20
Incline Range:20 Levels 0-100%
Resistance Range: Magnetic, 20 levels
Step on height (inches): 10 3/4"
Extras: Built-in Speakers, Fan, Tablet rack, Water bottle holder
Electrical requirements: 120V - 60Hz
Weight: 194lbs
Assembled dimensions: 76" x 24" x 65.5"
Max user weight: 325 lbs.
Warranty - Frame: Lifetime
Warranty - Brake: Lifetime
Warranty - Flywheel: 1 year
Warranty - Parts: 3 year
Warranty - Labor: 1 year
 

Pros of the 7.0 AE elliptical

 
The pros of the 7.0 AE elliptical are:
 
  • Price
  • Compact design
  • Console
 
This is a great elliptical for under $1000 to put into your home. The updates to the console to make it YouTube friendly and more compatible with the devices you already own is a big step forward for Horizon fitness. We hopefully see more of that in their treadmill and bike products to catch up to Peloton in terms of gamification of workouts. This is the Best Buy from Horizon in my opinion if you are looking to get an elliptical for your home.
 

Cons of the 7.0 AE elliptical

 
The cons of the 7.0 AE elliptical are:
 
  • It’s an elliptical
  • Not best for commercial use
 
There is not a lot I can find wrong with the 7.0 AE for an elliptical except ... that it is elliptical. I personally prefer something that can really hit hard for my cardio like an Airbike or even the BlazePod system. Ellipticals are great and easy on you but just not the preferred choice for cardio. But, if you are into a good workout that does not put you at risk of injury, this is it.
 
For commercial use, the 7.0 AE frame might not be the best. Go a bit upmarket for $1500 upwards to get an elliptical that is not foldable and has a bit of weight on it so it can take some of the weirder crowd that comes with running a big commercial gym.
 

Alternatives to the 7.0 AE elliptical

 
Alternatives to the Horizon 7.0 AE elliptical are:
 
 
The Horizon Evolve 3 is bigger than the 7.0 AE and foldable. If you are invested in the idea of a foldable elliptical this is the better choice even though the console is not as up-to-date.
 
The Nordictrack SE7i is currently the low-end option for entering the elliptical market with this brand. This can be an option when you want something fast and Horizon is out of stock.
 
The Rogue Echo Bike is in my opinion the best solution on the market for someone who does not want to pay a leg and an arm and have intense cardio workouts on a small footprint. The Rogue Echo Bike is high quality at an affordable price. It will kick your butt I’m a good way. The copycat lower-cost competitor of the Rogue Echo bike is the TITAN fan bike.
 

Conclusion for the 7.0 AE elliptical

 
If you like Horizon fitness as a brand and want an elliptical for your home, the 7.0 AE is the best choice for bang for your buck as long as you have the space to place it in.

Topics: Cardio, Horizon, Elliptical