Nordictrack C 900 Treadmill

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

MSRP: $1599, Price As Reviewed: $999, Model Year: 2011

Where To Buy : We Recommend Nordictrack.com

 

Pros

Treadmills411 Editor Comments

Above average motor and belt combination

For treadmills priced at $1000 or below, it's very seldom you see a 3.0HP motor combined with a 20" x 60" treadbelt. This is definitely a strength for the C900.

Good value for money relative to the C1250

Considering this is the C1250's little brother, the C900 comes with many good features with a remarkable price of just $999 compared to the C1250's $2999 price tag.

Strong parts warranty

The 3-year parts warranty that comes with the C900 is above average for treadmills selling at the $700-$1000 price range. This comes on top of a lifetime fame and motor warranty and 1 year guarantee on labor.

iFit Live compatible

As the iFit Live technology is considered the most innovative feature to hit the treadmill industry, this is among the top selling points of Icon brands like Nordictrack. The iFit Live module requires a separate purchase though.

Nice overall console components

You have a good console with the C900 because it features a 7" backlit display ready for your iFit Live, built-in sound system for your MP3 players, plus quick speed and incline keys together with a built-in cooling fan.

12MPH max speed and 15% max incline

Except for incline trainers, 15% is the max incline for regular treadmills 12MPH is the fastest a treadmill can go. 

 

Cons

Treadmills411 Editor Comments

Unknown machine weight and belt plies

 In the grading system we developed, we give low marks for unstated or unknown data for certain standard features. Not to say that these are inferior in quality but not knowing details about these components, you have reasons to be cautious especially if you're weighing close to the 350lb weight limit.

iFit Live module sold separately

May be a lower con, but you should know that the iFit module would cost another $250 together with the iFit subscription. This of course is optional as you can make use of the 20 built-in workout programs.

Basic Components – 74.7% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Extra Features – 68% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Quality and Durability – 55.2% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Overall Score & Conclusion - 66% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Main component Programs 20 24.5 40 61.25% The C 900 has 20 programs for you to choose from.
Main component Max Speed 11.1 MPH or Above 45 45 100% Treadmill can go from 0 to12 mph.
Main component Max Incline 13.6 to 15.0 30 45 66.67% Elevation range is from 0-15%.
Main component Belt Length 60-60.9" 34 40 85% Belt length is 60\".
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% Has a 3.0HP DURX Commercial Pro motor.
    Subtotal 1: 190.5 255 74.71%  


Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Extra Features Max Decline No Decline 5 20 25% Has no decline feature.
Extra Features Noise Reduction Belt or Deck or Motor Yes 10 10 100% Website claims the C900 motor to be the smoothest and quietest motor available in the market today.
Extra Features Shock Absorption (cushioning) Belt or Deck Yes 10 15 66.67% Website description states treadmill has QuadFlex Cushioning.
Extra Features Folding Yes 15 15 100% Comes with SpaceSaver design.
Extra Features Fans Yes 10 10 100% Treadmill has built-in fans.
Extra Features Built In TV No/Not Stated 5 30 16.67% Website doesn\'t mention of any TV feature.
Extra Features Supports MP3 Players Standard 20 20 100% Treadmill supports MP3 players.
Extra Features Water Bottle Holder Yes 15 15 100% Has water bottle holder on console.
Extra Features Money Back Guarantee Yes (30 days or less) 15 20 75% Nordictrack provides a 30-day money back guarantee on its products
Extra Features Fitness Tests/Competition/Goals No/Not Stated 1.5 7.5 20% None stated in product description.
Extra Features Personalization: User Profiles/Progress Logs/History No/Not Stated 1.5 7.5 20% None 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% Treadmill features quick speed and incline buttons on console.
Extra Features Time Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Time feedback displayed on console.
Extra Features Distance Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Console displays distance.
Extra Features Calories Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Shows calories burned on console.
Extra Features Console Design Modern or Intuitive 10 10 100% Has a modern 7\" LCD console.
    Subtotal 2: 153 225 68%  


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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% Has a lifetime warranty on frame.
Quality and reliability Motor Warranty 13 to lifetime 30 30 100% Has a lifetime warranty on motor.
Quality and reliability Parts Warranty 3 years 35 60 58.33% Treadmill has a 3-year parts warranty.
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 1 Ply/Not stated 5 15 33.33% Number of plies not stated in product description.
Quality and reliability Machine Weight less than 200 pounds/not stated 7.5 40 18.75% No mention of unit weight.
Quality and reliability Machine User Weight Capacity 338 to 350 pounds 32.5 42.5 76.47% The C900 has a 350lb weight capacity.
Quality and reliability Rollers 2.5" 15 22.5 66.67% Website states roller size is 2.5\"
Quality and reliability Bonus Folding Yes -5     Website states roller size is 2.5\"
    Subtotal 3 : 160 290 55.17%  
    Overall: 503.5 770 65.96%