Nordictrack SE9i vs T8.5

This is a comparison between the Nordictrack SE9i elliptical and the T8.5 treadmill. Follow the links for more details.

 

 

The T 8.5 is the small brother of the T 9.5 from Nordictrack. The main difference is an HD touch screen which 10 inches on the 8.5 instead of 14 on the T 9.5. Apart from this, you get a top speed of 12 miles an hour, 12% incline and a foldable treadmill. The full list of specifications for the T 8.5 runs as following:

 

This is a treadmill for the smaller budget and a mid-range option at it. I personally do not like the middle of the road solutions and either go alls guns blazing or very low budget. Personally, I think the 1750 is more balanced or go for the T6.5 if you want to save money and space.

 

 

The pros of the 8.5 treadmill are:

 

If you want to save money on a treadmill that can take a pounding this is the right choice. You can save space when storing and it takes up to 300 lbs. of weight. All of this makes it a good option for a mid-range home treadmill.

 

 

Cons of the Nordictrack 8.5:

 

As the Nordictrack portfolio has evolved the 1750 is just the better option in terms of value for money in my opinion. With the T 8.5 you compromise on the size of the belt, incline, and screen while still paying a good bit of money. It is a reasonable price for a cardio machine compared to other machines in the market, but I would lean more towards the 1750 to spent my money wisely. 

 

 

Alternatives to the T 8.5 are:

 

 

The Nordictrack 1750 is, in my opinion, the most balances option in the Nordictrack portfolio at a reasonable price. Therefore I think it is the best option for budget-conscious treadmill buyers from Nordic Track. The T 8.5 just sits a bit oddly against this as it has the same sized screen while having less incline and a smaller belt, while the prices are not that far apart. 

 

The Nordictrack 6.5 is the ideal option for people who want to maximize saving money and space when buying a new treadmill from Nordictrack. This model comes in around $1000 and has the smallest footprint of the Nordictrack models. Ideal for walkers or limited spaces. 

 

The Rogue echo bike is my personal favorite if you are looking for maximum calories burned per minute. It comes in at only $700, has a small footprint and packs a hefty punch.

 

If you are looking for a different concept of a treadmill the True form runner is for you. This treadmill is self-propelled and therefore has no motor. The belt rests on bearing and your footstrike accelerates or breaks on the speed. This is the ideal treadmill for runners who want to simulate fast acceleration and deceleration at home. 

• 7” Smart HD Touchscreen
• Includes 1-Year NordicTrack iFit® membership**
• Integrated Tablet Holder
• 0 - 10° Power Adjustable Incline
• Auxiliary Music Port
• Two 2” Digitally Amplified Speakers
• Integrated, QuickTouch™ Handle Controls

• Adjustable, Oversized Cushion Pedals
• AutoBreeze™ Workout Fan
• SoftTouch™ Upper Body Grips

• Rear Drive
• 18 Lb. Effective Inertia-enhanced Flywheel
• SMR™ Silent Magnetic Resistance
• 24 Digital Resistance Levels
• 10% Power Adjustable Incline
• One Touch® Controls
• Commercial Solid Steel Construction
• EKG Grip Pulse Heart Rate Monitor
• iFit Bluetooth® Smart Chest Strap Included
• 325 Lb. User Weight Capacity

• 30 Preset Workout Apps
• Integrated Handle Controls for Ramp and Resistance
• Out-of-the-Box Easy Assembly
• Rear-mounted Transport Wheels
• Water Bottle Holder
• Vertical SpaceSaver® Design
• 78.7" L x 31.9" W x 66.4" H Footprint
• 10-Year Frame Warranty
• 2-Year Parts Warranty
• 1-Year Labor Warranty

This is the fancy version of the two rear-drive Nordictrack ellipticals with a touch screen. If you do not need a touch screen you can go for the SE7i instead.