Nordictrack SE7i vs X32i

 

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Overview NordicTrack Commercial X32i 3999 - $4999

 

The Nordictrack commercial 32i is the current top of the line treadmill from Nordictrack. It comes with all bells and whistles maxed out and leaves nothing unwanted. Of course with this comes a high price tag which some people might find hard to swallow. The same is the case for the space requirements is this machines doe not fold and is huge. The full list of features includes:

 

 

• 32” Smart HD Touchscreen
• 1-Year iFit® Membership Included ($468 Value)**
• Bluetooth® Audio Capabilities
• Two 3” Digitally Amplified Speakers
• Reflex™ Cushioning
• 22” x 65” Commercial Tread Belt
• Dual AutoBreeze™ Workout Fans
• 0 - 40% Incline
• 0 – 6% Decline
• 0 - 12 MPH Speed
• OneTouch® Controls
• 4.25 CHP DurX™ Commercial Plus Motor
• Reinforced Steel Construction
• 2.5” Precision and Balanced Non-Flex Rollers
• iFit Bluetooth® Chest Strap Included
• 300 Lb. User Capacity
• 50 On-Board Workout Programs
• 76.5” L x 40” W x 73” H Footprint
• 10-Year Frame Warranty
• 2-Year Parts Warranty
• 1-Year Labor Warranty

 

 

The biggest pros of the Nordic track commercial 32i are:

 

 

This ocmbination makes it a great fit for health facilities who want to work with a wide arrange of clients. If you are either a very big athlete or struggle with too much weight, you can get nothing better in terms of cushioning. The screen is massive and with the I fit functionalities which come with this machine you can simulate almost any run you want to prepare for. As long as it is available on Google maps the Nordictrack 32i will simulate the ups and downs. 

 

 

The biggest cons of the Nordic track commercial 32i are:

 

 

While having the best of everything is nice it is usually hard on resources. If you have $4000 - $5000 to spend on a treadmill, this is good. Do you really need a 40% incline and a 32-inch screen which are the mina price drivers compared to other models? Probably not. Apart from this the space requirements for this treadmill are bigger than almost anything else on the market. If you have to fit it in a small space this is not the one to get. In addition, you have no option fo fold the Nordictrack 32i to gain space.

 

 

Alternatives to the Nordictrack 32i are:

 

 

The TrueForm Runner is an alternative to the Nordictrack 32i which plays in the same price range. The True Form runner has no screen or incline and works without a motor. The main concept is that this treadmill runs on bearing. Therefore it is the better fit for fast interval training and sprints with a lot of acceleration. Basketball players, football players, and other team sport/sprint related athletes might get more use to increase performance out of this machine. 

 

The NordicTrack 2950 is the top of the line model which costs $1000 less. You get 15% of incline and a 22-inch screen with about the same bells and whistles otherwise. I still think this is more than enough for running indoors and lets you get 3 instead of 2 treadmills against $10.000. If you want luxury but don't want to go crazy on spending, go with this one. 

 

The Rogue Echo Bike is a very compact low price option at about $700 if you want to keep your knees safe and still get a good workout in. It is robust, easy to store and you can get a whole fleet of them for the price of two X32i. If your gym has not a lot of space or you want to maximize it, this is a solid option. In terms of comfort do not expect too much as this bike does not have any fans and screens or digital gadgets attached to it.

 

 

The NordicTrack 32i is a great option for the very wealthy home gym owner, as you can not get anything better for comfort and performance or a boutique commercial gym. If you only have one treadmill in your facility, this is a good option. the Nordictrack 32i is not a good option for budget gyms which have to maximize the number of machines in their space for peak times or low budget home gym owners. For the price of one 32i you can already outfit an entire home gym. 

• 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

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.