Though many people seem to like their Proform ellipticals, these machines are found not to be very well built. In case you aren’t a regular users, these will be just fine. Another brand machines would be better if you need daily workouts with a lot if intensity.
Another drawback with these elliptical machines is that the warranty is very short, 90 days on parts, and 90 days on labor. If you do decide on an elliptical trainer from this brand you should certainly invest in the extended warranty. And it also happens that the company doesn’t care about your problems with the elliptical once the warranty runs out, which is quite fast.
All models from Proform are made to look quite attractive, but that doesn’t mean they are durable. For example, Proform 800 has 6 programs and a cooling fan to help you during a workout. Internet connection gives you possibility to download new exercise programs and use them. The handlebars move to work your upper body and the unit has a heart rate monitor.
Icon is the company that makes these elliptical trainers. There are few more companies that Icon Fitness makes fitness equipment machines for. Many of these models were tested in a laboratory and there have been problems even in the first run. One of the machines had to be repaired, and the other actually required a brand new part. The lab also found the Proform elliptical to be somewhat noisy when being used.
Some models you probably heard of are: Proform 900, Proform 675 and Proform 400. A lot of peopl buy these and exercise on them at home, and this is just because these are very cheap units. The consumers now complain of an often parts breakdown and malfunctions that simply can’t be fixed. If you though about buying 900, 400 or 675, you should think twice.
It is important that when shopping for an elliptical you make sure to try it out in the store before you make a final decision.