Sole Fitness E25 - Reviews, Prices, Specs and Alternatives
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- Reviewed as the best elliptical under $1200. "Quality under $1200 made possible by Sole". The E25 has an electronic console with a vibrant white back lit LCD display. Other features include:
- The E25 has a power incline feature for additional resistance, as well as variable positions. The ramp angle is fully adjustable from a level plane, up to 20 different incline levels, allowing users to target and work all major lower body muscle groups, as well as handles for upper body workouts. It also has stationary handlebars with built-in pulse sensors for heart rate monitoring. A heart rate chest strap is included for highly accurate wireless monitoring.
- The unique foot pedals were designed in collaboration with a leading physical therapist and sports enthusiast. Sole engineers designed a 2-degree inward slope to the foot pedals which reduce ankle and knee stress. The four rear wheels ride on heavy duty rails, providing a smoother, more stable feel and reducing side-to-side foot pedal motion.
- The E25 now includes an integrated tablet holder so you can use your smart devices to watch shows or follow workout routines. Also included is a USB port for charging and Bluetooth Audio Speakers so you can listen to music.
- Easy to use electronic console with vibrant display. Includes a built-in cooling fan and water bottle holder. The console also has built in speakers which allow you to hook up any MP3 player (iPod, etc.) for easy listening.
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| Rank | Change | Price | Elliptical Trainer | Woman's World  | CNET  | TopTenReviews  | T3  | Chicago Tribune  | money.com  | Forbes  | NBC News  | Treadmill Review Guru  | Byrdie  |
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| 1 | - | $1099 |  Schwinn 470 | - | 4 | 8 | - | 1 | - | - | 5 | - | 1 |
| 2 | - | $2202 |  Nautilus E618 | - | 5 | 6 | - | 3 | - | 1 | 6 | - | 8 |
| 3 | - | Check price |  Sunny Health & Fitness SF-E905 | 1 | - | - | - | - | 2 | 5 | 4 | - | 2 |
| 4 | - | $900 |  Sole Fitness E25 | - | - | 7 | 7 | - | 1 | - | 1 | - | - |
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Expert reviews [18]
- with a score: 11
- without a score: 7
| Highest score by Aim Workout | 98 |
| Average score based on 18 reviews | 80 |
| Lowest score by TreadmillReviews.com | 60 |
Score distribution:
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Elliptical displays offer a wide range of features that vary greatly from one machine to another. The display can be as simple as analog LED lights that show time and distance traveled or as complex as a fully functioning TV screen with cable network connectivity. Displays vary in size and type, with higher end machines displaying more stats (time, distance, incline, speed, heart rate, workout program status, etc.) and offering more advanced features (such as a virtual tour that simulates traveling through real-life environments). There are positives and negatives to this level of complexity. On the plus side, sophisticated displays allow you to easily monitor and adjust your workout based on the information presented. They may also provide a distraction from the dull pace of elliptical exercise. At the same time, this kind of distraction can be harmful to your workout because it may cause you to fall or injure yourself or be overly conscious of the clock and distance.
Advanced display screens or TV screens could have the added benefit of linking with your smartphone, so you can watch video content on the display as you run. The suite of features will be dependent on your needs but know that you’ll pay significantly more for complex displays and TV screens.
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Ellipticals separate their warranties into four sections: Frame, Parts, Labor and Brake System. Across all of these categories, warranties are an important feature to assess in ellipticals because the length of the warranties are an indication of the company’s confidence in the machines ability to last. 90-day warranties show that the manufacturer doesn’t believe the elliptical hold up past the first 90 days of ownership.
Frame warranties should be lifetime warranties. Anything less than that is an indication of a cheaply made machine and buyers should be wary.
Parts warranties range from 90 days to 5 years to lifetime warranties. For light use, 90 days to 1 year might be an acceptable parts warranty, though you should not expect that machine to be extremely durable.
Labor warranties range from 90 days to 3 years. For light or moderate use, choose an elliptical with at least 1-year labor warranty. If you plan to use the machine long and often, it’d be best to find a labor warranty of 2-3 years. Note that labor warranties are typically shorter than parts warranties, which means that, up until a certain point, the company will cover the cost of parts, but not the cost of paying someone to fix it.
Finally, like the frame warranty, the best brands offer you a lifetime warranty on the brake system, which provides resistance on the elliptical. If you have an electromagnetic brake system, you likely won’t have any issues, but it always helps to have reassurance that you’re covered if something goes wrong.
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