Horizon Vs. Sole Treadmill
Both Horizon and Sole offer many different treadmill models within a competitive price range, with the most expensive being around $2,000. Each type of treadmill offers consumers several different models with options that allow for some customization of the machine while maintaining the same type of base model.
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Horizon Treadmill
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Horizon treadmills are great entry-level treadmills. They are created to look like expensive machines without the expensive price tag. While the design is excellent, Horizon treadmills are not meant for serious runners. While the design of the treadmills is impressive-looking, it is not very durable. The machines use low-horsepower engines with a maximum running speed of between 10 and 12 miles per hour. Every treadmill model offered folds for easy storage. Horizon treadmills are manufactured in China by Johnson Tech, Inc.
Sole Treadmill
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Sole treadmills offer customers a choice between folding and non-folding models. The folding treadmill models weigh less and are made to be easy to move while remaining stable. Sole treadmills are used by Hilton hotels for their in-room fitness program. Sole treadmills are made for durability with added shock absorbers, heavy duty frames and strong motors. These treadmills also come with a two-year service warranty in comparison to the one-year service warranty offered by Horizon.
Price Comparison
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Horizon treadmills are created to look great at a low cost to consumers. These treadmills are priced between $700 and $2,000, with the majority of the models priced under $1,400. Horizon offers two tiers of treadmill models. The Horizon T Series Treadmills offer customers basic treadmills priced between $700 and $1,400. The Horizon Elite Series Treadmills have more features than the basic models, such as optional IPod docks, integrated displays and a more durable running surface. The Elite Series treadmills are priced between $800 and $2,000. Both Horizon and Sole offer customers a three-year warranty on motors with a five-year warranty on parts and between one and two years of labor on their treadmills; the warranty varys slightly depending on the model. Sole treadmills are priced between $1,000 and $2,000.
Customer Reviews
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Horizon treadmills are a good value for the low price if you intend to walk or jog on the machine. They are noted as not being very durable for serious runners and often requiring maintenance. Sole treadmills run quietly and provide motors that work at high speeds for more serious runners. All Sole models feature advanced displays as well as built-in speakers for your MP3 player.
Where to Shop
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Horizon treadmills can be bought online through major retailers such as Amazon and eBay as well as through larger sporting goods chains, including Sports Authority and Dick's Sporting Goods. All of the Horizon models can also be purchased directly from the Horizon website. Sole treadmills can also be purchased directly through the company's website, where all fitness equipment orders enjoy free shipping. They can also be purchased through major sporting goods retailers.
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