Overview of the Nordictrack C5.5
The
C5.5 which has been stripped of most of the bells and whistles and is a simple front-drive elliptical. Its main features are a 7kg flywheel, 18" stride and 5" backlit display. The full list of features reads as follows:
- 5" Backlit Display
- iFit Bluetooth - 1 Years Membership Included
- Integrated Tablet Holder
- Two 2” Speakers
- Front Drive
- 18" Manual-Adjustable Stride
- 7kg. Effective Flywheel
- 5-Position Manual Adjustable Ramp
- 20 Digital Resistance Levels
- EKG Pulse Grip Heart Rate Monitor
- Max User Weight 125kg
- SoftTouch™ Upper-Body Grips
- Water Bottle Holder
- Oversized, Cushioned Pedals
- Front-mounted Transport Wheels
- 20 Workout Apps
- Product Weight 79kg
- Boxed Weight 93kg
- Assembled Dimensions - 169L x 63W x 169H cm
- Boxed Dimensions - 178L x 37W x 77H cm
- Warranty - 5-Year Frame Warranty, 2-Year Parts and Labour Warranty, subject to registration within 28 days of purchase.
This is the elliptical to get of you don't want any fancy features and minimize the amount of money you have to table for a Nordictrack elliptical.
Pros of the NordicTrack C5.5
The main advantage of the
Nordictrack C5.5 is the price. It is currently the cheapest front-drive elliptical from Nordictrack which you can get from them.
Cons of the NordicTrack C5.5
- No touch screen
- No incline
- Short stride
The
C5.5 has been kept simple on most of its features to keep the cost of manufacturing low. You will get no touch screen or big screen to run your entertainment on. This machine also has no incline functions and the stride is relatively short compared to other elliptical models from NordicTrack with 18".
Alternatives to the NordicTrack C5.5
The alternatives to the
C5.5 are:
The Nordictrack 7.5 is the big brother of the
C5.5. With the minimal extra investment, you get a 20% incline and a bigger flywheel. If you are considering a front-drive elliptical I personally think that the
C7.5 is the better value for money choice as it is just slightly more expensive with two significant feature upgrades.
The
NordicTrack SE3i is the rear-drive version of the
C5.5. You will get a bigger flywheel and therefore an elliptical which will last for longer. In return, this machine will take up more space in your home or gym. These are some trade-offs to be considered.
The
concept 2 model d is a reliable rowing machine that has been in active service all over the world. If you want to do your cardio while seated and like rowing, this is the machine to get. It will come in at less than 1000, but not have big multimedia options. The onboard computer does everything you need.
The
Rogue echo bike is the ultimate machine for the home gym. It is compact, cost-efficient, and can still give you a challenging workout. You will not get a lot of multimedia, but the sturdiest airbike around at a price point of around 700.
Summary for the Nordictrack C5.5
The
Nordictrack C5.5 is a front-drive elliptical at the lowest price point which Nordictrack offers for the UK. Personally I would go for the
C7.5 instead, as it is so little extra investment for a great upgrade.