Nordictrack GX 4.7R vs S50
This is a comparison of the Nordictrack GX4.7 and S50 including pros, cons, and alternatives . Follow the links for more details.
Overview and review of the Nordictrack S50 1999
This is a review of the NordicTrack S50 including pros, cons, and alternatives. This article has been originally published in “which NordicTrack treadmill or elliptical to get in the UK”. Follow the links for more details.
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Overview of the Nordictrack S50
The main features of the
S50 treadmill are the 3.5 CHP motor, 12% incline, and that it can be folded up. The full list of features for the
S50 covers the following items:
- Includes 1 Years iFit Family Membership
- iFit Integrated
- Two 2” Bluetooth Digitally Amplified Speakers
- 3.5 CHP Motor
- 0% - 12% Digital Incline
- 0 – 22 km/h Speed
- Onetouch™ Controls
- 1.9” Precision and Balanced Non-Flex Rollers
- 125kg Max User Weight
- EKG Handgrips
- FlexSelect™ Cushioning
- 51 x 152 cm Tread Belt
- This Machine Does Not Feature a Workout Fan
- SpaceSaver® Design with EasyLift™ Assist
- Assembled Dimensions - 200L x 90W x 145H cm
- Product Weight 92kg
- Boxed Weight 109kg
- Folded Dimensions - 103L x 90W x 180H cm
- Boxed Dimensions - 210L x 82W x 34H cm
- Warranty - Lifetime Frame Warranty, 10-year Motor Warranty, 2-Year Parts & Labour upon warranty registration within 28 days of purchase.
The
S50 used to be solid in the Nordictrack portfolio but might have gone a little out of date.
Pros of the Nordictrack S50
- Strong motor
- Can be gotten used
The
Nordictrack S50 has a very strong motor and therefore good longevity. If you can get one used at a very small price you will not be disappointed. Especially if it was in-home use. As it has been around for a while you will have a higher likelihood on this machine to snatch a second-hand deal. If you are considering a new machine in the UK you might want to go for a different option.
Cons of the Nordictrack S50
- Not really good value for money
- Older model
If you are looking into a new machine you are better off to look at the
NordicTrack C1650 instead of the
S50. You will get the same, maybe even better, specs at roughly the same price. You will have a harder time finding a used machine for the
C1650.
Alternatives to the Nordictrack S50
The
assault air runner is a self-propelled treadmill without a motor which is especially good for sprint/stop work. If you are an NFL or NBA player and want to work off the court on your speed development, this is a good machine to have. The
Assault air runner is said to have bearing that is a little too fast compared to the
Trueform Runner, which is said to have a better configuration.
The
TrueForm Runner is the deluxe model in the realm of self-propelled treadmills. It usually gets the highest marks in terms of calibration and features in this market segment. This comes at a higher price compared to the
Assault air runner. If you are buying for an individual athlete for home use, probably go for the
TrueForm runner. If you buy for commercial use or outfitting a facility for an entire team, go for the
Assault air runner.
The
C1650 is the better value for money option from Nordictrack to achieve the same thing than the
S50. The screen is bigger and the design is more modern for roughly the same price.
If you want to save a lot of money while maximizing the calories burned per minute I personally recommend the
Rogue Echo bike. It is compact, affordable, and sturdy. Even you run usually outdoors and want to burn some extra calories or if you ave limited budget and space, this is the bike to get for your home gym.
Summary for the Nordictrack S50
Unfortunately, the
S50 is probably not the best option out of the Nordictrack portfolio for Uk customers. Have a closer look at the
C1650 instead at similar budget and space requirements.
This article discusses the pros, cons, and alternatives for the Nordictrack GX 4.7R.This review was originally posted in “Which Nordictrack bike to get”. Follow the links for more details.
The
GX 4.7R is the cheapest of the G series line up of the Nordictrack bikes. Its main features are a 5-inch Backlit display, 7kg flywheel, and 125kg maximum capacity. With this, it is the easiest item to start with cardio equipment from the NordicTrack bike line up. The full list of features reads:
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Lumbar Supported Cushioned Seat
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Horizontal Seat Adjustment
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Extra-wide Ergonomic Pedals with Adjustable Straps
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AutoBreeze™ Workout Fan
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Front-mounted Transport Wheels
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Water Bottle Holder
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Tablet Shelf
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24 Workouts Apps
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Assembled Dimensions - 137L x 64W cm x 131H cm
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Product Weight 48kg
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Boxed Weight 53kg
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Boxed Dimensions - 142L x 33W x 66H cm
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Warranty - 2 Years parts and labor; 5-year frame guarantee upon warranty registration within 28 days of purchase.
This is the low budget option and does what it says on the tin. It gets you a convenient bike for occasional use with no bells and whistles. Think about your user profile and what you enjoy and decide accordingly.
Pros of the GX 4.7R
I do not really have a lot else to say about this bike. It is cheap and cheerful for a Nordictrack bike and gives you a screen, pedals, seat, and bars to get going. But that is about it. So if you love spending as little as possible, go for this one. If your budget stretches to 1000, which admittedly, is double the price of this bike, go for the
GX 4.6 which is better value for money.
Cons of the GX 4.7 R
The cons of the Nordictrack
GX 4.7R are:
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No touchscreen
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No Bluetooth
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Smallest flywheel
The
GX 4.7R comes without a touchscreen or Bluetooth. This means that many modern ways of doing exercise from home or without disturbing the person next to you in the gym are simply not convenient to do. The lack of Bluetooth is a general oversight in the Nordictrack bike portfolio and is amplified in their cheaper models as they also lack other features. Still, you can not expect to save money and get a lot of features when you buy a new model.
Alternatives to the GX 4.7R
The
GX 4.6 Nordictrack bike is, in my opinion, the best value for money option in the Nordictrack bike line up for the UK. IT comes with a big flywheel, heart rate monitor, and a touch screen. With these features, you at least keep a connection with the current industry standard rather than being left completely behind. If you intend to use your bike for 3 - 5 years and have fun with it, spend the extra money if a bike is all you are getting. If you just want a bike fast and cheap, stick with the
GX 4.7.
The
concept 2 model D is a rower which is roughly in the same price range as the
GX 4.6. A rower has the advantage that it can be hung on the wall when you do not use it. The
model D is also the flagship of
concept 2 and therefore a safe bet for maintenance and spare parts. The
GX 4.7 might leave you with bottlenecks for both down the line.
The
Rogue echo bike os my personal favorite for home gyms. It is solid, has a good, simple design, and makes your sweat drip hard. It has not been designed for entertainment but for performance. I personally like that approach, but it is not for everyone. Apart from this it is slightly more expensive than the
GX 4.7 and therefore might be ruled out by some.
Summary for the GX 4.7R
Cheap and cheerful sums it up quite well. If you only have a couple of bucks left after planning out your entire gym and want to cram in a bike as an afterthought, this is the one. Maybe just to keep the wife and the kids happy. If you want to crush a lot of miles and care about longevity, this is not the bike for you.