9 Best Treadmills and Walking Pads
These 9 Treadmills and Walking Pads Bring the Gym to You — Starting Under $100
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Despite how it may look on social media, some days just aren't meant for an outdoor hot-girl walk. Maybe the weather is acting up, the daylight has officially left the building, or you'd rather do some cozy cardio indoors with Popsugar Neoprene Dumbells ($54). No matter the case, having an at-home treadmill or walking pad can be a useful backup for when the circumstances aren't acting in your favor. In fact, you may even come to view the at-home equipment as your preferred method for walking and running.
They are incredibly convenient, allowing you to roll out of bed and exercise on your own time without having to commute or deal with any other gym-goers. You can even add on an extra challenge with the Popsugar Flex Wrist/Ankle Weights ($20) to maximize results.
But for many, the hefty price tag or large size can be a major barrier. The good news is that there are several designs on the market, including foldable treadmills, walking pads, and treadmills you can squeeze into smaller spaces without breaking the bank. To help you sift through all the available options we rounded up some of the best treadmills and walking pads based on product reviews and testing from Popsugar editors. Whether you're a runner, a casual gym-goer, or just hoping to get some extra steps in during the day, we found the best devices that meet you where you are.
Top Treadmills and Walking Pads
- For fuss-free stowage: Vhorilix Treadmills Portable Mini Compact Walk Pad at $90
- The most features for a low price: Superun Walking Pad at $111
- One of Amazon's most-loved treadmills: Viamotion Walking Pad Treadmill for Home at $115
- Hidden speakers play your favorite music as you run: Costway SuperFit Treadmill at $142, originally $239
- To maximize incline walks: Urevo Smart 11% Incline Treadmill Walking Pad at $178
- A folding walking pad for compact storage: Walkingpad Z1 White Folding Treadmill at $299, originally $329
- For a smart treadmill that tracks your progress: Xterra Fitness Premium Folding Smart Treadmill at $519
- Access over 1,000 Bluetooth training videos: Sunny Health & Fitness Premium Folding Treadmill at $570, originally $650
- An editor-loved foldable treadmill: Peloton Tread Flex at $2,195
Vhorilix Treadmills Portable Mini Compact Walk Pad ($90)
One of the hottest health and fitness TikTok trends is people boasting about the benefits of a walking pad. The biggest draw? The ability to slide it under a desk to walk while you work and tuck it back under your couch when you are done. If you are finally ready to up your step count, this is the perfect intro device that is budget-friendly and compact.
Superun Walking Pad ($111)
A step up from a basic walking pad, this mini treadmill comes with detachable side rails for added stability, as well as the ability to go up to a six percent incline. Consider this a great option if you want to create a more challenging walking workout.
Viamotion Walking Pad Treadmill for Home ($115)
If, like me, your favorite part of the gym is catching up on your TV shows while walking on the treadmill, then this at-home tool is for you. At the base of the device you'll find an LED display that tracks your exercise duration, speed, distance, and calories burned. In other words you get all the same perks as the gym machines but in the comfort of your home — a true win, win.
Costway SuperFit Treadmill ($142, originally $239)
Not only is this treadmill affordable and compact enough for a small space, but it can also be hooked up through Bluetooth to play music as you walk or run. It even has a powerful and quiet motor that won't disturb surrounding neighbors. One of our PS editors called it a "wintertime lifesaver," and online shoppers seem to agree. Read more in our Costway SuperFit Treadmill review.
Editor Quote: "As someone who loves to walk, this treadmill has really been a wintertime lifesaver. My daily step count has been dramatically higher since adding this little piece of fitness equipment to my home, and as a result, I feel so much happier and healthier. If you, like me, enjoy walking but can't always physically get outside, I encourage you to hit "add to cart." — Emilee Janitz, PS Contributor
Urevo Smart 11% Incline Treadmill Walking Pad ($178)
Maximizing incline, speed, and space, this smart walking pad comes with countless extra features. The machine uses AI to adjust your speed to optimize calorie burn, it can sync your running pace to music of your choosing, and it pairs with Apple Health and Google Fit so you are guaranteed to track every step.
Walkingpad Z1 White Folding Treadmill ($299, originally $329)
Most walking pads are easy to store, but this compact design gets the grand-place prize for being small-space-friendly. It effortlessly folds in half and can be stored under a bed, couch, or desk. We think this is the best option if you are shopping for an apartment or dorm room.
Xterra Fitness Premium Folding Smart Treadmill ($519)
For heavy-footed runners, this affordable treadmill is one of the most durable options. The machine features a large running surface along with an LCD display, three manual incline settings, a speed range of up to 10 miles per hour, and an easy-pull knob for convenient storage.
Sunny Health & Fitness Premium Folding Treadmill ($570, originally $650)
Move up to 9 miles per hour on this folding incline treadmill, ideal for incline walking (12-3-30 anyone?). This treadmill also has a digital monitor that tracks your progress and pulse and allows you to walk or run at various levels of incline.
Peloton Tread Flex ($2,195)
Meet Peloton's first folding design! Made with small spaces in mind, now you can easily access Peloton's high-level equipment and well-loved virtual classes without having to devote large real estate in your home. Plus, the ultra-quiet feature makes this ideal for apartment living or shared environments. Our editor put the new launch to the test and shared her initial thoughts.
Editor Quote: "This treadmill is sleek and folds upwards for extra space when you're done with your workout. I love that the screen is so massive, making it ideal for watching workout classes or even your favorite TV show while you jog or walk. The running/walking experience itself is quite smooth and not excessively loud." — Sara Abdelbarry, social media design coordinator
— Additional reporting by Chandler Plante and Adelaide Giesey
Haley Lyndes is a former shopping writer and editor with more than seven years of experience in the publishing space. Specializing in home and lifestyle, she covered everything from furniture and mattresses to beauty products and fitness gear. Her writing has appeared in BuzzFeed, Travel + Leisure, and Real Simple.
Chandler Plante (she/her) is a staff writer and PS Fit producer. She has over six years of industry experience, previously working as an editorial assistant for People magazine, a social media manager for Millie magazine, and a contributor for Bustle Digital Group. She has a degree in magazine journalism from Syracuse University and is based in Los Angeles.
Adelaide Giesey (she/her) is a shopping writer at Popsugar. With over seven years of industry experience, she is an expert in all things beauty and enjoys writing across fashion and lifestyle categories. Prior to PS, she helped shape the beauty verticals at Byrdie, Coveteur, and InStyle.
