Horizon T202 Treadmill

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

MSRP: $999, Price As Reviewed: $799, Model Year: 2011

Where To Buy : We Recommend Amazon.com

 

Pros

Treadmills411 Editor Comments

Nike + iPod compatible

For an extra $69, lets you save your workout data and track it online at nikeplus.com.

Built-in sound system

Sonic Surround speakers with MP3 input.

2-ply belt, PerfectFLEX™ variable cushioning

Lets you adjust the firmness of the cushioning system. 2-ply belt is worth noting because not many treadmills disclose if they have multi-ply belts.

 1-31 day goal training program

Program lets you meet your fitness goals. Not many treadmills have a 31-day program.

 

Cons

Treadmills411 Editor Comments

Light treadmill

At 196 lbs., scored low in grade card because unit weight is less than 200lbs. Might not be very sturdy to hold up 325lbs users.

Roller size not mentioned

Not knowing the size of the rollers might leave you wondering if size/quality is questionable.

Basic Components – 63.5% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Extra Features – 69.8% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Quality and Durability – 45.7% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Overall Score & Conclusion - 59.7% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Main component Programs 12 17 40 42.5% Has 12 program options with on-the-fly changes plus an Advanced Goal Center™
Main component Max Speed 11.1 MPH or Above 45 45 100% Website states speed is from 0.5 to 12 mph.
Main component Max Incline 11.1 to 12.0 25 45 55.56% Treadmill is capable of up to 12% incline.
Main component Belt Length 55-55.9" 24 40 60% Features a 55\" belt length.
Main component Belt Width 20.0 to 20.4 30 40 75% Treadmill features a 20\" belt width.
Main component Motor Rating 2.26 to 2.50 HP 21 45 46.67% Treadmill is equipped with a 2.5CHP motor.
    Subtotal 1: 162 255 63.53%  


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 Yes 10 10 100% QUIET MOTORS based on homepage
Extra Features Shock Absorption (cushioning) Belt or Deck Yes (with adjustable cushioning) 15 15 100% Website description states treadmill has a PerfectFLEX™ Plus variable cushioning system
Extra Features Folding Yes 15 15 100% Has FeatherLIGHT™ lift system for easy folding and unfolding.
Extra Features Fans Yes 10 10 100% Treadmill has COOLfit™ fitness fan
Extra Features Built In TV No/Not Stated 5 30 16.67% No TV on console.
Extra Features Supports MP3 Players Standard 20 20 100% Has a compatible iPod port.
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% Has a 30-day money back guarantee.
Extra Features Fitness Tests/Competition/Goals Yes 7.5 7.5 100% Treadmill features a1-31 day goal training program that lets you more easily meet longer-term fitness goals.
Extra Features Personalization: User Profiles/Progress Logs/History No/Not Stated 1.5 7.5 20%
Extra Features Heart Rate Monitor Grip 10 20 50% Comes with pulse grips only.
Extra Features Quick Speed/Incline Buttons Yes 10 10 100% Owner\'s manual states treadmill hasquick speed/incline buttons.
Extra Features Time Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Treadmill displays time.
Extra Features Distance Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Distance displayed on console.
Extra Features Calories Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Console displays calories burned.
Extra Features Console Design Clumsy or Outdated 3 10 30% Treadmill console is not LCD.
    Subtotal 2: 157 225 69.78%  


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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 lifetime frame warranty.
Quality and reliability Motor Warranty 13 to lifetime 30 30 100% Has a lifetime warranty on motor.
Quality and reliability Parts Warranty 1 year 15 60 25% 1 year warranty on parts
Quality and reliability Labor Warranty 1 year 20 60 33.33% Warranty for labor is 1 year.
Quality and reliability Multi-ply Belt/Deck 2 Ply/double laminated deck 10 15 66.67% Comes with a 2-ply belt.
Quality and reliability Machine Weight less than 200 pounds/not stated 7.5 40 18.75% Website states that weight of machine is 196 lbs.
Quality and reliability Machine User Weight Capacity 313 to 325 pounds 27.5 42.5 64.71% Treadmill has a 325-lb. user capacity.
Quality and reliability Rollers less than 2"/not stated 7.5 22.5 33.33% Roller size not mentioned.
Quality and reliability Bonus Folding Yes -5     Roller size not mentioned.
    Subtotal 3 : 132.5 290 45.69%  
    Overall: 451.5 770 59.67%