Life Fitness T3 Basic Console Treadmill

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

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

Where To Buy : We Recommend Amazon.com

 

Pros

Treadmills411 Editor Comments

Good motor and belt combination

Comes with a 3Hp motor and a 20" x 60" belt that's spacious for the average user. But for the price, we're expecting more as these setup can also be found in some $1000 treadmills.

12MPH and 15% max speed and incline

Except for incline trainers, 15% is the max incline for regular treadmills. No treadmill go faster than 12MPH. Average for most treadmills but this model really doesn't have many features to boast of.

Nice frame aesthetics

Frame design offers sleek aesthetic curves.

 

Cons

Treadmills411 Editor Comments

Expensive price tag

Though $400 cheaper than the advanced console, $2499 is still not very inviting for the features this model can offer.

Below average labor warranty

Even though it comes with a lifetime frame warranty, 10 years on motor and 5 years on frame, a 1 year labor warranty is disappointing given the expensive price.

Many features missing

Lacks noise reduction feature, fans, and MP3 player. Also  doesn't come with adjustable cushioning.

Below average number of programs

Electronic programs aren't very expensive nowadays. Most treadmills have around 10 - 24 built in programs and 8 is just below average.

Basic Components – 69.8% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Extra Features – 52.9% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Quality and Durability – 62.1% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Overall Score & Conclusion - 61.6% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Main component Programs 8 12 40 30% 8 programs based on Amazon user review.
Main component Max Speed 11.1 MPH or Above 45 45 100% Speed range is 0.5 to 12 MPH.
Main component Max Incline 13.6 to 15.0 30 45 66.67% Product manual says elevation range is from 0 to 15 percent.
Main component Belt Length 60-60.9" 34 40 85% Belt length is 60 inches.
Main component Belt Width 20.0 to 20.4 30 40 75% Features a 20\" belt width.
Main component Motor Rating 2.76 to 3.0 HP 27 45 60% Treadmill is equipped with a 3.0 HP motor.
    Subtotal 1: 178 255 69.8%  


Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Extra Features Max Decline No Decline 5 20 25% Decline feature not mentioned.
Extra Features Noise Reduction Belt or Deck or Motor No 3 10 30% No mention of noise reduction features.
Extra Features Shock Absorption (cushioning) Belt or Deck Yes 10 15 66.67% Amazon states treadmill has FlexDeck Shock Absorption System
Extra Features Folding No/Not Stated 5 15 33.33% Non-folding treadmill.
Extra Features Fans No/Not Stated 3 10 30% non stated
Extra Features Built In TV No/Not Stated 5 30 16.67% No TV on console.
Extra Features Supports MP3 Players No/Not Stated 5 20 25% Treadmill doesn\'t support MP3 players.
Extra Features Water Bottle Holder Yes 15 15 100% Image photo shows bottle holder on console.
Extra Features Money Back Guarantee Yes (30 days or less) 15 20 75% 30-day money back guarantee provided by Amazon.
Extra Features Fitness Tests/Competition/Goals No/Not Stated 1.5 7.5 20% Has no fitness tests.
Extra Features Personalization: User Profiles/Progress Logs/History No/Not Stated 1.5 7.5 20% Not stated in product description.
Extra Features Heart Rate Monitor Grip 10 20 50% Treadmill has pulse grips.
Extra Features Quick Speed/Incline Buttons Yes 10 10 100% Quick speed and incline buttons located on console.
Extra Features Time Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Readout displays time.
Extra Features Distance Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Console displays distance readout.
Extra Features Calories Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Treadmill shows calories burned on console.
Extra Features Console Design Modern or Intuitive 10 10 100% Treadmill has LCD console.
Extra Features Bonus Aesthetics awesome console aesthetics 5     Treadmill offers sleek aesthetic curves.
    Subtotal 2: 119 225 52.89%  


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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% Frame is warranted for life.
Quality and reliability Motor Warranty 7 years to 12 years 20 30 66.67% Comes with a 10-year warranty on motor.
Quality and reliability Parts Warranty 5 years 45 60 75% Parts warranty is 5 years.
Quality and reliability Labor Warranty 1 year 20 60 33.33% Treadmill comes with a 1 year labor warranty.
Quality and reliability Multi-ply Belt/Deck 2 Ply/double laminated deck 10 15 66.67% Belt is multi-ply. No additional info.
Quality and reliability Machine Weight 238 to 250 pounds 17.5 40 43.75% Unit weighs 243 pounds.
Quality and reliability Machine User Weight Capacity 338 to 350 pounds 32.5 42.5 76.47% Weight capacity is 350 pounds.
Quality and reliability Rollers 2.5" 15 22.5 66.67% Roller diameter is 2.6 inches.
    Subtotal 3 : 180 290 62.07%  
    Overall: 477 770 61.59%