Proform Performance 1450 Treadmill

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

MSRP: $2499, Price As Reviewed: $1499, Model Year: 2011

Where To Buy : We Recommend Proform.com

 

Pros

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iFit Live built-in on 10" full color touch screen

With iFit Live, this technology lets you have personalized training with Jillian Michaels of TV's 'The Biggest Loser', run trails anywhere in the world using Google Maps, or even compete with other iFit Live users currently online to add challenge to your workouts. Experience these innovation with the 10" full color touch screen that comes with the Performance 1450.

Slightly above average motor for 20"x 60" belt

While most treadmills that have a 20" x 60" belt come with a 3HP motor, we're happy that this model carries a slightly higher motor rating at 3.25HP. This means lesser stress would be put on the motor and may be a key to prolonging its life.

Strong parts warranty

For treadmills selling at $1500 or below, we consider 5 years or parts warranty as above average since most treadmills we've reviewed in this price range carries an average of just 2 to 4 years.

26 programs

While 10-24 programs are common in treadmills is all price range,  the Performance 1450 has 26 programs as if the iFit Live is not enough. This would be a great alternative should you prefer not to go online and just settle for the built-in programs.

 

Cons

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Belt plies not stated

One drawback with Proform treadmills is they tend not to mention information on certain components like belt plies. Not to say that the belt that comes with this treadmill is of poor quality but you have reasons to doubt when you don't have access to such information.

Unit weight not stated

This unstated unit weight is common among Proform and Nordictrack treadmills. Remember that when you're pounding while running  on something like this treadmill, it's important for the machine to be sturdy. It's either the machine is light for the company to withhold the info or it's just that they totally overlooked providing the unt weight of this machine.

Roller size unknown

This is among the issues Proform has to deal with in the future. We cannot say if the roller that comes with this treadmill is smaller than what it should be but we all would have peace of mind knowing if these components comply with the standards.

Basic Components – 77.6% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Extra Features – 94.4% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Quality and Durability – 61.2% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Overall Score & Conclusion - 77.8% [View Score Details] [Visit Recommended Merchant]

Category Ranking Criteria Scored As Points Awarded Points Possible Percentage Explanation Notes
Main component Programs 26 29 40 72.5% Has 26 built-in programs.
Main component Max Speed 11.1 MPH or Above 45 45 100% Has a speed range of 0 to 12mph.
Main component Max Incline 13.6 to 15.0 30 45 66.67% Incline is adjustable from 0% to 15%.
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% Website states a 20\" belt width.
Main component Motor Rating 3.01 to 3.25 HP 30 45 66.67% Treadmill is equipped with a 3.25 CHP DurX™ Commercial Pro Motor.
    Subtotal 1: 198 255 77.65%  


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 Yes 10 10 100% claims to be the smoothest, quietest motor available today.
Extra Features Shock Absorption (cushioning) Belt or Deck Yes 10 15 66.67% Treadmill features ProShox Plus™ Cushioning System
Extra Features Folding Yes 15 15 100% Treadmill folds for easy storage.
Extra Features Fans Yes 10 10 100% Features AutoBreeze™ Workout Fan
Extra Features Built In TV No/Not Stated 5 30 16.67% Doesn\'t have TV.
Extra Features Supports MP3 Players Standard 20 20 100% Features a built-in sound system.
Extra Features Water Bottle Holder Yes 15 15 100% Console has a space provided for water bottles.
Extra Features Money Back Guarantee Yes (30 days or less) 15 20 75% Website states product has a 30-day money back guarantee.
Extra Features Fitness Tests/Competition/Goals Yes 7.5 7.5 100% Comes with a built-in iFit Live.
Extra Features Personalization: User Profiles/Progress Logs/History Yes 7.5 7.5 100% Treadmill comes with a built-in iFit Live.
Extra Features Heart Rate Monitor Grip 10 20 50% Treadmill has pulse grips.
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% Console displays time.
Extra Features Distance Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Distance feedback displayed on console.
Extra Features Calories Display on Console Yes 5 5 100% Readout shows calories burned.
Extra Features Console Design Modern or Intuitive 10 10 100% Treadmill has a 10\" full color touch screen browser.
Extra Features Bonus iFit or iFit Live iFit Live 22.5     with iFit Live built-in
Extra Features Bonus Web Browser Yes 15     10\" Full-Color Touch Screen with Built-In Browser Powered by Android™
Extra Features Bonus Aesthetics awesome console and frame aesthetics 10     Console features a 10\" Full-Color Touch Screen with Built-In Browser Powered by Android™
    Subtotal 2: 212.5 225 94.44%  


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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% Comes with a lifetime frame warranty.
Quality and reliability Motor Warranty 13 to lifetime 30 30 100% Comes with a lifetime warranty on motor.
Quality and reliability Parts Warranty 5 years 45 60 75% Comes with a 5-year parts warranty.
Quality and reliability Labor Warranty 2 years 30 60 50% Comes with a 2-year labor warranty.
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% Weight of treadmill not mentioned.
Quality and reliability Machine User Weight Capacity 338 to 350 pounds 32.5 42.5 76.47% This treadmill accommodates up to 350 lbs. - proform website
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 : 177.5 290 61.21%  
    Overall: 588 770 77.77%