The media could not be loaded. these are the ones that turn out to be the best ones the ones that dnt look to fancy ,,if your not like this wen you get off your wasting your time ,,keep me n shape and loose a pound a day maybe even two but I do hit workouts 7.7 mph 7.1,,, 30 sec on and 30 sec off until I burn up to 1400 calories on this treadmill tracker ,I stay on at least mayb hour n half depends on what I'm trying to reach for an upcoming event to make sure I'm firm and body litt ,,cushion deck , u can see as I run that's what I love about it ,.it's not stiff wen running

This review is written less than a week since arrival (10/6/22). I will update later if needed. I considered treadmills between $1k & $2.5k (it was a health investment after all "“ and "you get what you pay for", right?), but every time I'd decided on one, there were enough negative reviews to keep me from buying. I eventually decided to start looking at lower priced models (if it's going to break, I'd prefer not to have so much money invested). The Xterra TR150 seemed to be the best choice for my needs, so I bought it before I could change my mind once again (you know what I'm talking about). FYI, I'm 68yo female, 5' 3.5", 120lbs, relatively fit but not strong.

"¢ At around 100 lbs, weight is sufficient to imply that it's solid, but manageable (vs 200-300 lbs I previously considered). I'd never have been able to manage one much larger.
"¢ The smaller footprint allowed me to keep it on the main level of the house. If I'd gotten a more substantial treadmill, it would have had to have a spot in my unfinished basement. On the main level, I'm confident it will be utilized more. Like the weight, the size makes it easier to manage.
"¢ If I'd gone with a higher priced, fancier, bigger, heavier treadmill, I'd have had to pay to get it into the house and probable pay someone to assemble it.
"¢ The lack of bells and whistles means less to go wrong.
"¢ The simplicity of design should make maintenance and troubleshooting easy.
"¢ Xterra has plenty of support for the customer via the webpage. I've not had to utilize calling anyone, so cannot speak to that.
"¢ It was ridiculously easy to assemble. The hardest part was getting it out of the box due to weight.
"¢ PROGRAM: I could find no documentation/videos that describe in detail what speeds each program level involve, and like some other reviewers, I was a little hesitant to use. Try starting with Program 1 to get familiar with using it and understanding what the graphs (are trying to) convey. Program 1 starts off VERY low (1.2, I think) and its maximum speed is 3.1 (intervals of .5, 1.2, 1.8, 2.4 & 3.1). That will give you an idea of what to expect. You get 3 beeps to indicate the rate is changing, the new rate will display and then start to change. If that rate is too high, you can select the "speed" button to decrease "“ or just "stop". You can change speed at any time during the program by selecting the up or down "speed" button.
"¢ MANUAL INCLINE: The trade off in manual vs. auto incline is worth it to me (and, yes, the manual incline levels are very minimal). You are paying MUCH less and it is less wear and tear on the treadmill motor and associated mechanisms. Yeah "“ it'd be fun to have all those programs that simulate walking/running outdoors, but not worth it to me.
"¢ There is a great series of unaffiliated videos on YT that were invaluable to my decision (todd's garage). You'll find assembly, lubing, maintenance, track adjustment, etc..
"¢ A review or two mentioned electrical shock. I'm speculating that perhaps it was static from walking on the track. I had a couple of static shocks when reaching for the heart monitor with a certain pair of shoes (have wood floors "“ no carpet) "“ didn't experience it with two other pairs of shoes. (UPDATE** static shock can be an issue with ALL treadmills (and electronics in general) - search online for various solutions/preventative measures)
"¢ The emergency stop key design on the TR150 is perfect. I've read other treadmill's reviews that criticize design of theirs (won't stay in, too hard to get in, etc.).
"¢ Folding treadmill: I was worried about not having a lowering assist to soften the landing when lowering. However, once you lift it up, you know what weight you're dealing with "“ so just make sure you're ready to support it while lowering. Just think of it as an addition to your workout. :-) It's easy to get the pin in and out to prop it up or let it down. There was review somewhere that mentioned the pin failed and the treadmill fell "“ I really don't think that is possible if the pin is properly seated. I'm pretty satisfied with the TR150's design.
"¢ The ledge for holding devices will not hold my chromebook (width is not an issue since it's open on the sides "“ it's the depth). It will hold my kindle fire. The ledge depth is 1/2 inch. I kind of figured this when ordering, so no big surprise. Obviously, utilizing the ledge means your device is covering up the display. Not a deal breaker by any means, but adding a support arm/bracket to hold device above/beyond the display would be a great improvement IMO.
"¢ UPS actually brought it inside the house for me (he went above and beyond "“ maybe in part because the box was a battered mess). The battered box perhaps speaks to the build quality of the treadmill. I really expected to have something broken or electronics not working. No problem whatsoever. As with ANYTHING you buy, sometimes it's just luck of the draw. However, there are plenty of folks reviewing that are happy with the TR150.
I am very happy with my decision to buy the Xterra TR150. No buyer's remorse here (other than seeing a price drop on prime day :-))!

**Update 11/27/22: Still just as happy. **Prompted to lube once. I think lubing is done in the area where your feet are hitting (reason for specified lube pattern), so think in terms of that when you are lubing. **Bought ar-pro rubber pads (4"x4") for wood floor - glad I didn't get a mat. **I never use the "programs" after trying them out. I hit "start" and then use speed buttons. So glad didn't spend more for one with fancy programs. **I use it daily (walking only - 3 to 4 mph), from 20 minutes to over an hour depending on how active I am otherwise. **I parked the treadmill facing a corner and added a cheap 24" wall mounted R**u TV. Treadmill display visible, and makes getting in the walking very pleasurable. **HR monitor iffy "“ I think most HR monitors can be unreliable, so not disappointed with that tech on this treadmill.

I bought this machine "new" on Cyber Monday, but it looks like it was an open and perhaps a returned unit. The bag carrying the nuts was ripped open and closed back up with classic Amazon warehouse red tape, and the owner's manual has pencil streaks on it and is a bit wrinkled up... and I don't use pencils. Not really happy about it as it means the machine was banged around during transport going back and forth on extra trips to and from wherever, but the machine seems to be working fine. I've been using it for the past 2-3 days and I like it the more I use it. It's loud. Even on 2 mph the volume is as loud as a blow dryer on low setting, but as long as you don't use it when everyone's sleeping it's fine. Also, the platform is pretty loud, so if the motor doesn't wake them up, the pitter-pattering of your feet will. Sounds like the thump of walking on hard plastic. I was hoping I could use it during the AM on nights I can't sleep, but that for sure ain't happening. The belt came a little misaligned, so I had to center the belt, which was easy enough. Also, for longevity reasons, I loosened it a bit as well so that the belt is not too tight and not too loose. The TR260 is basically the upgraded version of the TR150... which is obvious, but what I mean is that it seems like they upgraded the common complaints of the TR150. The cupholder is functional (for those who don't know, you just rest your cup on the shelf that has the pictures of the programs on it, those work as cupholders for these lower end machines), it can hold water bottles and a Starbucks venti tumbler with ease, the auto incline (which I have been putting to use every day) is steep and feels smooth, quiet, and sturdy, it has the additional perk of having bluetooth (no speakers though), the platform descends FAIRLY slowly (not as slow as the more expensive and heavier machines, but it's better than nothing) from its stored position so you no longer have to worry about it forcefully crashing down on anything or anyone. But because the treadmill is lightweight, you should still guide it to the floor with your hands, otherwise it'll move your machine around a bit. You still get those little pockets you can stick your ear bud cases or whatever into. I keep the hex tool in there in case of future adjustments.
At first, I was kinda iffy and contemplating on returning the unit, but the more I use it, the more I like it. Maybe that's just because of the dopamine I'm getting from not being as sedentary, but I can positively say that I am fairly happy with the purchase and the performance I'm getting from it. This is also my first ever treadmill and I have limited experience with gym treadmills so maybe I just have low standards, but it does seem adequate for what I need it for, which is to get my steps in and improve my cardiovascular health. They say it has some platform cushion technology, and the few gym treadmills I did try it gives you a bit of a bouncy feeling, however I get none of that with this treadmill. Just feels like I'm walking on hard plastic, so maybe they forgot to add the cushion tech on my machine. lol It's definitely not something you're going to be impressed by. Also, there is a slight incline. When I first got on, I thought the machine was on an incline setting, but the incline was set to zero, so you will always be on a slight incline with this treadmill. It feels like a 2% incline, which feels kinda weird tbh because you don't expect there to be an incline, but it is very noticeable as it changes your center of balance. That's how it is with all the other similarly designed treadmills at this price point, though. If it gets bothersome, I can always stick a thick rubber welcome mat under the back end or something to level it out, but honestly I don't mind it at all just as is.

I do hope to get a few good years use out of this machine with proper maintenance and upkeep. Xterra's parent company, Dyaco (Spirit Fitness), does also manufacture Sole treadmills which has a pretty good reputation amongst treadmill enthusiasts, so that is what nudged me towards this brand over its competitors... but that's their higher end treadmills. I'm not sure how these lower end treadmills will perform, but I do plan to use it pretty much every day, so we shall see how it holds up in the weeks and months to come. I will eventually update this review to let everyone know whether it's worth it/reliable or not. I purchased the extended warranty as well because you never know, and if I run into any issues we shall see how reliable the warranty company is.

I used to have a Nordic Trac that cost me just short of a couple of thousand dollars. I used that machine for about 3 years on average about 4-5 times a week running with an incline at about 7- 9mph and while it lasted a good while, this machine is doing the same job with about the same basic features at a major fraction of the price.

It doesn't have an automatic mechanical incline feature like the Nordic Trac did, and only has 3sets of a manual incline, but Ive been using this about 4 days a week running about 7-8 mph for 31 minutes and it works just as good. Its very basic in its console features, but as a treadmill the running base is just as sturdy, provides a soft impact surface, is very easy to assemble, easy to use and is generally as smooth and quiet as the Nordic Trac. It doesn't have the overall build quality with wood accents and thicker metal tubing, but I don't think that is a deal breaker for someone looking for a treadmill at a price in this range and furthermore its alot slimmer and easier to slide into the corner of your gym room or bedroom closet.

Ive been using it since April of 2022 so I'll give an update of its use as it comes along. Its great that it also comes with the lubricating oil and also recognizes through the console that the unit needs lubricating, a feature that was missing from my Nordic Trac machine that i believe met its demise because I wasn't aware it needed to be lubricated.

4/5 so far for ease of use, easy assembly, functionality to price ratio and overall value.

10/5/2022 Update: The unit is still working just as it was when I first started using it in April of 2022. I have been using it on average about 4 times a week for 31 minutes at 7mph from start to finish, which is about 3.7 miles of running per session. I have not had any issues so far. I vacuum and wipe the machine of sweat to keep it clean as the instructions mention to keep it maintained after every use. The only issue I've noticed is that putting my phone in the designated panel slot, causes scuff marks because of the rubbing of the plastic and the metal of the phone. I remedied this by laying a small terry cloth under the phone. Its not a big issue but I'd thought I'd mention it to those who want to keep the unit looking brand spanking new. So far I'm still happy with this purchase.
Update: 1/24/23
Still working as normally as the day I first started using it. I havent had any issues spring up. The computer has not asked me to lubricate the treadmill either yet, so seems like it works a good while before that happens. Still give it a thumbs up.
Update: 6/15/23
Still working great!
Update: 6/17/24
Still working great, have not needed to lubricate as of yet, and it is still keeping up with my 30+ minutes a day of 8mph, 4.5 miles a day running routine.

My biggest fear was struggling to put it together, I suck at that! It took me longer to get it out of the box than to assemble it. So if you are like me and might hesitate to buy this treadmill because it might be difficult to put it together, don't! The instructions are very clear and easy to understand. It took less than 5 minutes.

As for the treadmill itself, I used it for 30 minutes, it feels nice and sturdy and not cheap even though it is.

I only have 2 gripes:

1. The distance is in tenths instead of hundredths. IE 2.2 miles is displayed instead of 2.27 for example. Not that big of a deal though.
2. The seller - I watched the price on this treadmill for a week. It would range between $400 - $600. Sometimes the price would raise for half a day and then switch back... I guess trying to catch a buyer that didnt research the price and pay $600 instead... so make sure you monitor the price!