XTERRA TR150 Folding Treadmill

XTERRA TR150 Folding Treadmill is entry level home treadmill that can be used for walking and jogging by lighter athletes. It comes with all basic features required for cardio workouts and can be used as part of a home gym or as standalone cardio unit. XTERRA TR150 also lacks few useful features, but such features are commonly found on more expensive models.

XTERRA TR150 is powered with 2.25 HP electric motor, providing speed range from 0.5 to 10 mph (0.8 - 16 kmh), for users up to 250 pounds (~113 kg).

Running deck is of moderate size, but typical for the treadmills in this price range - running deck is 16 inches wide and 50 inches long (~41 x 127 cm), providing enough room for walking and light jogging.

If you are under 250 pounds and want to use this treadmill for running exercises at full speed, be careful about your stride length and running technique.

In order to save space when not in use, running deck is designed to fold and unfold quickly. Also, XTERRA TR150 comes with transport wheels - if required, unit can be moved around easily.

However, perhaps the best option is to place the unit on permanent position, with or without a treadmill mat and use it whenever you want.

To minimize the stress on the joints and provide a more comfortable workout, XTERRA TR150 features 'XTRASoft Cushioned Deck Technology' which provides maximum impact absorption - when heavier user runs, running deck flexes absorbing the energy of impacts.

Nonetheless, good running shoes are highly recommended for frequent joggers and runners.

When folded, units dimensions (L x W x H) are: 28.5 x 28.75 x 61 inches (~72.4 x 73 x 155 cm).

When the unit is unfolded and ready to be used, its dimensions (L x W x H) are: 63.4 x 28.75 x 51.4 inches (~161 x 73 x 131 cm).

XTERRA TR150 weighs around 109.3 pounds (slightly less than 50 kg) and is one of the lighter treadmills in this class.

For a budget friendly treadmill, warranty conditions are acceptable:

- Lifetime warranty for the frame, which is made using heavy gauge steel profiles.

- 1 Year motor warranty - 2.25 HP is enough for users up to 250 pounds, but when the unit is frequently used at the maximum user limit, motor is heavily stressed.

- 90 Days Parts and Labor - if something else is broken within 90 days due to manufacturers errors, it will be replaced free of charge.

Be sure to read the manual regarding warranty conditions.

Note: during operation, this is rather quiet treadmill, when not under heavy load. If you have assembled your unit, and it is loud, be sure to check everything again - one more reason to have trained technician assemble and check everything, explain how unit operates AND warranty conditions!

Hand grip pulse sensors are mounted on the side handlebars to help the trainee keep the heart rate in the desired/required zone. However, chest strap heart rate monitor is not available, not even as an extra option (there is no Wireless or BlueTooth) and there are no 'heart rate' workout programs.

Incline is manual, with three settings which differ only slightly: 0.5, 1 and 2 degrees. Some trainees don't even notice the difference between these settings.

Since the incline is manual, it requires the user to step down from the treadmill, change the incline and then again to step on the treadmill and to continue with the workout - personally, set the incline to the most convenient setting and don't change it during the exercise.

When the unit arrives, it must be assembled. Assembly is relatively easy, but if you are not accustomed to DIY activities, consider ordering a technician who will assemble and test the unit for you.

Anyway, before the first use, be sure to read the manual/instructions regarding the use and the maintenance of XTERRA TR150 treadmill.

XTERRA TR150 Folding Treadmill Console

XTERRA TR150 console comes with modest in size, but easy to read 5 inch (12.7 cm) LCD display. It display all the necessary information about the exercise, including the speed, incline, time, distance, calories and pulse.

Unit comes with 12 preset programs or one can use the manual program.

Console also features 'Quick Touch' speed buttons, allowing the user to quickly set speeds from 1 mph to 9 mph (1.6 - 15 km/h).

Accessory holders (water bottle, portable music player, phone etc.) and reading rack are integrated into the console. However, unit doesn't feature speakers, USB charging port, audio input, cooling fan.

Also, when tablet or magazine are placed on the reading rack, they cover most of the console, including the display.

XTERRA Treadmills Comparison

XTERRA Fitness manufactures several treadmills which differ in size, motor strength, features and of course, the price.

Model	TR150	TRX2500	TRX3500	TRX4500
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Motor	2.25 HP	2.25 HP	3.0 HP	3.25 HP
Speed Range	0.5 - 10 mph	0.5 - 10 mph	0.5 - 12 mph	0.5 - 12 mph
Incline	3 positions (manual)	0-10%, electronic	0-12%, electronic	0-15%, electronic
Running Deck	16 x 50 inches	20 x 55 inches	20 x 60 inches	20 x 60 inches
Console
Console Display	5 inches, LCD	5.5 inches, Blue Backlit LCD	6.5 inches, Blue Backlit LCD	7.5 inches, Blue Backlit LCD
Workout Programs	12 Preset	24 Preset, 2 Custom, 1 Heart Rate Control	0 Preset, 2 Custom, 1 Heart Rate Control	30 Preset, 2 Custom, 1 Heart Rate Control
Handlebar
Handlebar Heart Sensor	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Handlebar Speed/Incline Control	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Audio/Speakers	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Cooling Fan	No	Yes	Yes	Yes
Folded Dimensions	28.5 x 28.75 x 61 inches	48.3 x 35.5 x 61.8 inches	51.2 x 35.5 x 65.8 inches	51.2 x 35.5 x 65.8 inches
Unfolded Dimensions	63.4 x 28.7 x 51.4 inches	72.3 x 35 x 56.1 inches	77.2 x 35.5 x 56.1 inches	77.2 x 35.5 x 56.1 inches
Weight	109.3 lbs	207.3 lbs	213.9 lbs	220.5 lbs
Maximum User Weight	250 lbs	300 lbs	350 lbs	350 lbs
Amazon Link	XTERRA TR150 Folding Treadmill	Xterra Fitness TRX2500 Folding Treadmill	XTERRA Fitness TRX3500 Folding Treadmill	Xterra Fitness TRX4500 Folding Treadmill

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As one can see, XTERRA TR150 is the smallest, the weakest treadmill with the least number of workout programs and other options and features.

But, it is also by far the cheapest model, when compared with other treadmills in the table.

For lighter users requiring basic treadmill for walking and light running, XTERRA TR150 is for sure, very good choice.

More options and features like more workout programs, stronger motor, motorized incline, cooling fan, speakers etc. increase the weight and the price of the unit.

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