Nautilus T516 Treadmill

  • Reviewed On: December 11, 2011
  • Reviewed By: Gerard Lao

MSRP: $2499, Price As Reviewed: $1397, Model Year: 2011

Where To Buy : We Recommend Amazon.com

 

Pros

Treadmills411 Editor Comments

Speeds up to 15MPH

Not many treadmills can go as fast as 15MPH so this is worth mentioning.

Above average motor

Comes with a 3.2 HP motor. What common in this price range is a 3.0HP motor.

26 built in programs

As the average number of programs for treadmill si 10-24, the T516 features 26 so worth mentioning.

Comes with wireless chest strap and pulse grips

Not all treadmill include the wireless heart rate monitor so this is definitely a strength for the T516.

Built-in cooling fans

Although a lower pro, it's a nice feature included in the T514.

 

Cons

Treadmills411 Editor Comments

Poor labor warranty

Comes only with 6 months labor warranty.

Shorter belt at 58"

The average belt length for treadmill $1000 and up is 60".

Belt plies and roller size unknown

We give low marks for unknown or unstated features. Not to say that the quality of these features are poor but you have reasons to be cautious if details about these are not disclosed.

No noise reduction feature

No mention if the T516 comes with a quiet motor or belt.

No MP3 player support

Treadmill doesn't have a built-in sound system to support MP3 and other audio players.

Basic Components – 76.7% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Extra Features – 72.4% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Quality and Durability – 50% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Overall Score & Conclusion - 66.4% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Main component Programs 29 30.5 40 76.25% 26 workout programs, 4 custom user profiles based on product features homapage and amazon.
Main component Max Speed 11.1 MPH or Above 45 45 100% Has a maximum speed of 15 mph (24 kph).
Main component Max Incline 13.6 to 15.0 30 45 66.67% Has a 0% to 15% incline range.
Main component Belt Length 58-58.9" 30 40 75% 58\" belt length according to Amazon description.
Main component Belt Width 20.0 to 20.4 30 40 75% Belt width is 20 inches.
Main component Motor Rating 3.01 to 3.25 HP 30 45 66.67% Treadmill features a 3.2 horsepower continuous duty motor.
    Subtotal 1: 195.5 255 76.67%  


Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Extra Features Max Decline No Decline 5 20 25% Decline feature not stated.
Extra Features Noise Reduction Belt or Deck or Motor No 3 10 30% No noise reduction feature stated.
Extra Features Shock Absorption (cushioning) Belt or Deck Yes 10 15 66.67% Amazon states treadmill has SoftTrak™ deck suspension
Extra Features Folding Yes 15 15 100% Has SoftDrop™ folding technology
Extra Features Fans Yes 10 10 100% Features cooling fan.
Extra Features Built In TV No/Not Stated 5 30 16.67% TV feature not mentioned
Extra Features Supports MP3 Players No/Not Stated 5 20 25% Treadmill does not have a built-in sound system.
Extra Features Water Bottle Holder Yes 15 15 100% comes with bottle holders.
Extra Features Money Back Guarantee Yes (30 days or less) 15 20 75% Comes with a 30-day money back guarantee from Amazon.
Extra Features Fitness Tests/Competition/Goals Yes 7.5 7.5 100% Has BMI and calorie goal settings.
Extra Features Personalization: User Profiles/Progress Logs/History Yes 7.5 7.5 100% Treadmill comes with 4 custom user profiles
Extra Features Heart Rate Monitor Grip+Wireless 20 20 100% Treadmill comes with pulse grips heart monitor.
Extra Features Quick Speed/Incline Buttons Yes 10 10 100% Picture shows quick speed and incline buttons on console.
Extra Features Time Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Time displayed on console.
Extra Features Distance Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Treadmill displays distance.
Extra Features Calories Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Has calories readout on console.
Extra Features Console Design Modern or Intuitive 10 10 100% Features 2 Blue Backlit LCD Windows.
Extra Features Bonus Hand handle/rest/rail controls Yes 10     With handlebar controls.
    Subtotal 2: 163 225 72.44%  


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Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Quality and reliability Frame Warranty 13 to lifetime 20 20 100% Manufacturer gives a 15-year frame warranty.
Quality and reliability Motor Warranty 13 to lifetime 30 30 100% Warranty for motor is 15 years.
Quality and reliability Parts Warranty 2 years 25 60 41.67% Has a 2-year parts warranty and 90 days on wear parts.
Quality and reliability Labor Warranty less than 1 year 10 60 16.67% comes with a 6-month labor warranty.
Quality and reliability Multi-ply Belt/Deck 1 Ply/Not stated 5 15 33.33% Belt plies not mentioned.
Quality and reliability Machine Weight 251 to 262 pounds 20 40 50% 253.5 pounds according to Amazon.
Quality and reliability Machine User Weight Capacity 338 to 350 pounds 32.5 42.5 76.47% Can accommodate users weighing up to 350 pounds.
Quality and reliability Rollers less than 2"/not stated 7.5 22.5 33.33% No mention of roller size.
Quality and reliability Bonus Folding Yes -5     No mention of roller size.
    Subtotal 3 : 145 290 50%  
    Overall: 503.5 770 66.37%