The Merit Fitness 725T Treadmill is a 1.25 horsepower with a speed range of up to ten miles an hour and an incline of ten percent. The treadmill also offers preset programs, cup holder and a heart monitor which rarely functions. This machine boasts more features than the slightly less expensive versions of folding treadmills, however very few of these features work in the way that they are intended.

Another problem with this treadmill is that it is very difficult to put together, and once together occasionally does not turn on. The warranty is set up in such a way that if you replace the initial product, you will not be able to replace any parts or request any free service in the future. The majority of the problems on this treadmill could be fixed with attention to detail.

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Features:

• Folding treadmill with 1.25-horsepower continuous-duty motor
• Speed range of 1 to 10 miles per hour; 0 to 10 percent incline
• 7 preset programs, 2 cup holders, and hand contact heart rate monitor
• Weight capacity of 250 pounds; AeroSoft cushioning system
• Lifetime warranty on the frame, 2-years warranty on the motor

Pros:

• Good price
• Cushioned to absorb impact

Cons:

• Cannot run very fast
• Can be awkward for storage (as it does not fold up completely vertically)
• On/off switch in a hard-to-reach and hard-to-find location at the bottom-front of the machine
• Exercise modes don’t always function as they should
• Very difficult assembly due to poor construction
• Breaks easily
• Bad service from company and poor warranty
• Noisy

Summary:

While the Merit Fitness 725T Treadmill is far cheaper than some models of folding treadmill and slightly more expensive than others which offer less horsepower and features; it is not a happy middle. If the machine were constructed properly, had a better warranty and worked the way it should then this would be an excellent buy, as it stands now, however, you would be better off with another model.

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