The 9 Best Treadmills with TVs in 2024

Treadmills with TVs provide a welcome distraction from the confines of indoor running. Use this guide to find a model that fits your space, budget and goals.

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Treadmills are fantastic cardio machines for upping your heart rate and improving your cardiovascular health. But most people reach a point where the monotony of running on a conveyor belt loses its appeal. You might try watching your own tablet or smartphone, but media shelves may block your metrics or not hold your device securely. Treadmills with TVs solve the question—how do I make treadmill running better?

The best treadmills with TVs may connect to integrated programming through a compatible app, like Peloton or iFit, and/or come preloaded with streaming apps, like Netflix or Hulu. Screen sizes vary, from a small 7 inches to a huge 32 inches. Finding the right model for you will require balancing the price, screen size and features based on your available space, budget and fitness goals. Here, you'll find our top picks for the best treadmills with TV screens, complete with a comprehensive guide to help find the one that’s best for you.

Our Picks for the Best Treadmills with TVs:

• Best Home Treadmill with TV Screen: Sole F80
• Best Budget Treadmill with TV Screen: Nordictrack EXP 7i
• Best High-End Treadmill with TV Screen: NordicTrack Commercial 2450
• Best Rated Treadmill with TV Screen: ProForm Pro 9000
• Best Treadmill with TV Screen to watch Netflix: Sole F80
• Best Treadmill with Smart TV Screen: ProForm Carbon T14
• Best Treadmill with iFit with TV Screen: NordicTrack Commercial 2450
• Best Treadmill with Incline: Echelon Stride- 5s Smart Treadmill
• Best Quality Treadmill with TV Screen: Bowflex Treadmill 22

Best Home Treadmill with TV Screen: Sole F80

Sole

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 66 inches x 82.5 inches x 38 inches
• Screen Size: 10.1 inches
• Weight: 274 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 350 pounds
• Max Speed: 12 mph
• Max Incline: 15 levels
• Warranty: Lifetime warranty on frame, motor; three-year warranty on electronics and parts; one-year warranty on labor

The Sole F80 ticks a lot of boxes when it comes to treadmill features, balancing perks and upgrades with price. It has a 10.1-inch TFT touchscreen that runs on an Android system. The console comes preloaded with seven entertainment apps, including YouTube and Netflix. As a brand, Sole’s focus is on durability and quality over high-tech upgrades. Consequently, this machine doesn’t integrate with fitness apps.

However, to get around that, it has screen mirroring. If you have a subscription to iFit or a running app, you can mirror your device on the screen. Sole also produces the Sole+ app, where you can track all of your metrics recorded on Sole equipment.

Beyond the screen, this folding treadmill has a maximum speed of 12 miles per hour with 15 incline levels. It’s loaded with programs, including races and fitness tests.

This model also comes with a heart rate receiver. The F80 has a 3.5 horsepower motor, cooling fans, Bluetooth speakers (which can have issues, according to reviewers on the Sole Fitness website) and a tablet/phone holder. Plus, it’s hard to beat the lifetime warranty on the frame and motor

Pros:

• Preloaded with seven entertainment apps
• Screen mirroring
• 3.5 horsepower motor
• Folding deck

Cons:

• Speakers can be glitchy

Best Budget Treadmill with TV Screen: NordicTrack EXP 7i

NordicTrack

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 59.7 inches x 70.8 inches x 34.9 inches 
• Screen Size: Seven inches
• Weight: 228 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
• Max Speed: 10 miles per hour
• Max Incline: 12 percent
• Warranty: 10-year frame warranty, two-year warranty on parts, one-year warranty on labor

If you’re running on a budget, the NordicTrack EXP 7i costs right around $1,000 and has a tilting seven-inch HD touchscreen. The tilt lets you get the right angle for the lighting in the room, potentially giving you better visibility. This machine comes with a 30-day iFit trial, which includes running programs and thousands of workouts that range from yoga and strength training to walking and hiking. You can watch trainer-led workouts on the EXP 7i’s seven-inch screen. Those trainers can also control the treadmill’s incline and speed throughout the workouts. However, after the 30-day trial, you have to pay a monthly $39 iFit subscription fee. (You can use the treadmill without iFit, but programming is limited.)

The EXP 7i has a 2.6 horsepower motor, with a maximum speed of 10 miles per hour and a 12 percent maximum incline. A motor of that size is better for walking than running, especially if you’ll run close to the max speed or do long-distance training. But we do like that this treadmill has a smaller footprint and a folding deck, making it usable in smaller spaces.

Pros:

• Tilting touchscreen
• Option for integrated programming through iFit
• Compact footprint with folding deck

Cons:

• Requires a monthly subscription for the best programming

Best High-End Treadmill with TV Screen: NordicTrack Commercial 2450

NordicTrack

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 78.5 inches x 35.6 inches x 65 inches
• Screen Size: 22 inches
• Weight: 303 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
• Max Speed: 12 miles per hour
• Max Incline: 12 percent incline, negative three percent (decline)
• Warranty: 10-year frame warranty, two-year warranty on parts, one-year warranty on labor

The NordicTrack Commercial 2450 comes packed with features and built-in programs with the option to expand programming with a monthly iFit subscription. This treadmill’s large 22-inch HD touchscreen tilts and pivots 360 degrees to get the perfect angle on and off the machine. According to a NordicTrack rep, it has about 40 built-in programs, which don’t require iFit.

However, you can expand the already impressive built-in programming with a monthly $39 iFit subscription. Of course, you’ll have the extra monthly fee, but if you crave variety in your workouts, the iFit subscription can relieve boredom.

This model is upgraded from the popular Nordictrack Commercial 1750, with a 3.6 CHP motor (continuous horsepower) that can handle high speed, long runs if necessary. NordicTrack also integrates AutoAdjust and ActivePluse technology into the 2450. AutoAdjust allows iFit trainers to make adjustments to the treadmill’s speed and incline during workouts, letting you focus on running. ActivePulse is even cooler because it automatically adjusts the speed and incline to keep your heart rate in a specific zone, but it does require a SmartBeat heart rate monitor, which is sold separately. We like that it has a folding deck to save a little space when not in use. Finally, this treadmill has both incline and decline features to better mimic outdoor running.

The NordicTrack 2450 is Bluetooth and WiFi capable, but user reviews indicate that you need a strong WiFi signal for the console and iFit to work properly. Otherwise, you can be left with long buffering times.

Pros:

• ActivePulse can help you stay within a specific heart rate zone
• 40 built-in programs + option to expand programming with iFit subscription
• Incline and decline features

Cons:

• Requires a strong WiFi signal or programming can be spotty

Best Rated Treadmill with TV Screen: ProForm Pro 9000

Amazon

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 35.3 inches wide x 77.3 inches deep x 59.6 inches tall
• Screen Size: 22 inches
• Weight: 263 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
• Max Speed: 12 miles per hour
• Max Incline: 12 percent, negative three percent (decline)
• Warranty: 10-year frame warranty, two-year warranty on parts, one-year warranty on labor

The ProForm Pro 9000 is a high-tech treadmill equipped with a 22-inch HD touchscreen. Users on Proform’s website report that “. . . The 22-inch touchscreen is bright and has vivid colors, the included iFit membership works flawlessly and it’s so fun to walk on the beaches in the Caribbean with fitness experts leading the way.” It’s iFit compatible, though you don’t need iFit to use any of the approximately 50 built-in programs. If you do opt for iFit, you gain access to location-based runs, trainer-led workouts, suggested workouts and metric history.

The Pro 9000 has a 3.6 continuous horsepower motor that can power speeds up to 12 miles per hour on everything from a negative three percent decline to a 12 percent incline. ProForm also includes ReBound Pro cushioning, which is an advanced cushioning system that provides shock absorption. You’ve also got the option of connecting to the built-in Bluetooth speakers. While the ProForm 9000 has a big screen and premium features, it’s also a space saver, thanks to the folding deck. The deck folds using EasyLift Assist so that it doesn’t take superhuman strength to lower or raise the deck.

We only wish it had built-in heart rate sensors. As is, it can sync with a SmartBeat Heart Rate Monitor, but you have to buy it separately.

Pros:

• Large, brightly lit screen
• 50 built-in programs (without iFit), with the option to expand through iFit
• Easy to fold and unfold deck

Cons:

• No built-in heart rate sensors

Best Treadmill with TV Screen to Watch Netflix: Sole F80

Sole

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 66 inches x 82.5 inches x 38 inches
• Screen Size: 10.1 inches
• Weight: 274 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 350 pounds
• Max Speed: 12 mph
• Max Incline: 15 levels
• Warranty: Lifetime warranty on frame, motor; three-year warranty on electronics and parts; one-year warranty on labor

The Sole F80 makes a second appearance on the list because it’s that good for home use, especially if you prefer to watch your favorite shows on Netflix or other entertainment apps. While the touchscreen on this model is only 10.1 inches, the console is preloaded with seven entertainment apps, including Netflix. You need a WiFi connection and subscription to your streaming service of choice, but then you can access all content on the F80.

It’s also equipped with screen mirroring to watch workouts from any fitness apps to which you have a subscription. You can then either listen to the audio via Bluetooth connectivity with headphones or the F80’s built-in speakers. (We recommend your own headphones because the speakers on the F80 can be glitchy.)

The Sole F80 is an excellent machine, even if you don’t consider the screen at all. It has a lifetime warranty on the frame and motor and supports a maximum user weight of 350 pounds with a top speed of 12 miles per hour. Sole is well known for the durability of its models, and the F80 brings all of that durability plus a TV to watch your shows so you don’t get bored. It’s a win-win.

Pros:

• Screen mirroring lets you watch streaming content
• Excellent warranty and durability
• High maximum weight capacity

Cons:

• Speakers may be glitchy

Best Treadmill with Smart TV Screen: ProForm Carbon T14

Proform

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 35.2 inches wide x 73.5 inches deep x 75.7 inches high
• Screen Size: 14-inch
• Weight: 223 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
• Max Speed: 10 miles per hour
• Max Incline: 12 percent
• Warranty: 10-year frame warranty, one-year parts and labor warranty

The ProForm Carbon T14 is a mid-range model with an impressive 14-inch smart touchscreen. That’s quite a bit smaller than treadmill models with a console dominated by a 32-inch screen, yet it’s large enough to make viewing enjoyable. The touchscreen allows you to choose one of the 40 built-in programs, which include everything from hills and intervals to custom programs. The Carbon T14 is iFit compatible, so you have the option to expand the programming to locations, trainer-led workouts and other premium integrated features. However, you’ll have to pay for an individual or family membership based on the number of people in the home.

This treadmill has a 2.75 horsepower motor, which is plenty of power for walking, but may not be enough for distance runners or heavier runners who near the 300-pound weight limit. It maxes out at 10 miles per hour and 12 percent decline. A 10 miles per hour max will work for most casual users, but competitive athletes may find that speed limiting.

It has ProForm's ISO Flex cushioning, which isn’t ProForm treadmills premium cushioning, but it does improve impact absorption. This foldable treadmill also has transport wheels on the back of the frame. The combo allows you to tip the treadmill onto the wheels to move it around your workout space, making it more portable than many treadmills with TVs.

We do take issue with the short one-year warranty on parts and labor. At this price, we’d expect a couple more years on that portion of the warranty.

Pros:

• 40 built-in programs
• 14-inch smart touchscreen
• Portability of transport wheels and folding deck.

Cons:

• 2.75 horsepower motor may lack the power for longer runs
• Short one-year warranty on parts and labor

Best Treadmill with iFit with TV Screen: NordicTrack Commercial 2450

NordicTrack

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 78.5 inches x 35.6 inches x 65 inches
• Screen Size: 22 inches
• Weight: 303 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 300 pounds
• Max Speed: 12 miles per hour
• Max Incline: 12 percent incline, -3 percent decline
• Warranty: 10-year frame warranty, two-year warranty on parts, one-year warranty on labor

The NordicTrack Commercial 2450 balances iFit functionality, screen size and price to make it the best iFit treadmill with a TV screen. Only the NordicTrack X32i has a larger screen among the brand’s other treadmills, but it costs over $1,000 more. If you’re used to the six and seven-inch LCD screens on non-TV treadmills, the 22-inch TV on the 2450 will feel luxurious by comparison.

iFit provides access to personal trainers, treadmill workouts and off-treadmill workouts, as well as the ability to track metrics, progress and get feedback on your workouts. We love the 2450 for iFit, of course, for the 22-inch touchscreen, but also for the AutoAdjust technology that lets trainers change the incline to anywhere within the 12 percent to negative three percent incline and decline and speeds up to 12 miles per hour. The rotating, swivel screen also lets you easily do off-treadmill iFit workouts, such as strength training, yoga and Pilates. You also get the option of heart rate-controlled workouts using ActivePulse technology, which can automatically adjust the speed and incline to keep your heart rate in a specific zone. However, it requires a specific type of heart rate monitor that’s sold separately.

However, to get the most out of iFit, you need a strong WiFi connection for the 2450. It can have trouble loading the programming if the signal is weak, according to reviewers online.

Pros:

• Large, swiveling 22-inch screen for iFit workouts on and off the treadmill
• Balances price, screen size and features for using iFit
• AutoAdjust lets trainers make speed and incline/decline settings

Cons:

• Requires a strong WiFi signal or programming can be difficult to access

Best Treadmill with Incline: Echelon Stride 5s Treadmill

Echelon

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 36 inches wide x 81 inches long x 63 inches high
• Screen Size: 24 inches
• Weight: 315 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 400 pounds
• Max Speed: 12.5 miles per hour
• Max Incline: 16 levels (15 percent)
• Warranty: One year on frame, parts and labor

The Echelon Stride 5s Treadmill it our pick for the best incline treadmill, as it elevates up to 15 percent. While you can find a few models that go higher, the Stride 5s balances a relatively high incline range with an impressive maximum weight limit and speed, reaching 12.5 miles per hour and supporting users up to 400 pounds. That’s combined with a large 24-inch screen that connects to the Echelon Fit app, which requires a monthly subscription.

Through the app, you can access trainer-led workouts, location runs and an extensive music library. However, how much you can access depends on the plan you choose. You can also access non-treadmill classes. If you choose not to subscribe to the Echelon Fit app, you’ll only have access to the manual mode. So it’s really only worth getting this smart machine if you’re ready to commit to the monthly $34.99 subscription for the Echelon app.

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Echelon designed this treadmill for dedicated runners, which shows in some of the extras. Heart rate sensors and quick controls on the handlebars, for example, let you maintain your cadence and stride while making speed or incline adjustments for sprints or intervals. This model’s running surface, at 22 inches by 60 inches is two inches wider than similarly priced models, giving runners going at faster speeds extra space to run safely. Considering all the features this model has, it has a surprisingly low step-up height at only six inches, compared to the average eight to 10 inches. That makes this a great treadmill for seniors and people with limited mobility and balance.

However, the one shortcoming we find with the Echelon is the limited one-year frame, parts and labor warranty. We love the features, but find that warranty extremely lacking.

Pros:

• Large 24-inch screen
• 16 incline levels
• Quick speed and incline buttons on handlebars

Cons:

• Surprisingly short warranty
• Only has manual mode without the app subscription

Best Quality Treadmill with TV Screen: Bowflex Treadmill 22

Bowflex

Key Features:

• Dimensions: 70 inches x 85 inches x 39.6 inches
• Screen Size: 22 inches
• Weight: 336 pounds
• Weight Capacity: 400 pounds
• Max Speed: 12 miles per hour
• Max Incline: 20 percent incline, negative five percent (decline)
• Warranty: 15-year frame and motor warranty, five-year mechanical parts, one-year electronics, two years on labor

Bowflex put together a serious running machine with the Bowflex Treadmill 22. This substantial treadmill weighs 336 pounds with a maximum weight limit of 400 pounds. The 22-inch screen provides sharp, bright visuals. You get a one-year trial membership of the JRNY app to access workouts and location runs. During that year, the JRNY app monitors your progress and suggests workouts, offering voice-coached workouts in addition to the on-demand classes. The JRNY membership also allows you to access third-party and entertainment apps, like Netflix, Prime Video and Zwift. However, if you opt to skip the membership after the first year, you’ll have limited built-in programs and no access to entertainment apps.

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Beyond the screen and programming, this treadmill packs a powerful punch. It reaches a 20 percent incline and -5 percent decline to match outdoor conditions, which is enough incline and decline for trained athletes to do hill repeats and interval training. The 12 miles per hour speeds are fully powered with a 4.0 horsepower motor.

The handlebars have quick speed and incline controls and heart rate hand grips. The Treadmill 22 comes with a heart rate armband that you can sync with the treadmill to use with heart rate-controlled programs. The Bowflex Treadmill 22 is foldable, but even folded it’s still big. We like that it has a SoftDrop folding system to help lift and lower that heavy deck.

Pros:

• Excellent screen size
• One-year JRNY trial membership
• Powerful motor with top incline and speed selection
• Speed and incline controls on the handlebars

Cons:

• Large and heavy
• Best programming requires a monthly subscription

How To Choose the Best Treadmill With a TV Screen for You

Subscription options

What you watch depends on the console design. Some models are meant to sync with the brand’s fitness app to maximize workout programming. For a monthly fee, you'll get access to hundreds of workouts for on and off the treadmill. (App integrations vary by app and machine.) Some may have capability to sync speed and incline settings to automatically adjust to follow callouts by instructors during your classes. Others include location runs or integrate with maps apps to enable you to experience walks or runs in locations around the world. Some fitness apps have leaderboards and social platforms, while others simply offer a good selection of on-demand workouts. Instruction quality and selection vary by app as well.

Before you jump into a monthly subscription, consider your workout habits and goals and the strength of your internet connection. Do you like built-in programs or following an instructor? Competitive athletes, for example, may not use programs because they’re not challenging enough. However, a model that lets you create 10 custom programs might be perfect. A slow internet connection may cause programs to load slowly or not at all, which can seriously hamper the treadmill’s functionality.

Additionally, some machines require a subscription to run the treadmill, like the Peloton Tread, while others have a decent built-in library or workouts built-in the treadmill even if you don’t get a subscription. If you think you’ll opt out of the app subscription, make sure the treadmill has enough programs to meet your goals. You may also want to opt for a model with screen mirroring so you watch entertainment or workouts on the machine without the need for a subscription.

Screen size

TV size often correlates with the treadmill’s price. Generally speaking, that means the bigger the screen, the more you pay, though there are a few exceptions. Manufacturers like Sole focus on build quality and durability, so even their more expensive machines tend to have relatively small screens.

What kind of experience do you want with the screen? If you’re thinking immersive, bigger is better. Any screen above 22 inches will make you feel like you’re running or walking somewhere else. Models that tilt or swivel even more so, because you can get the perfect angle in any light. Smaller screens may not be as big or immersive, but they are a great diversion and can still offer a quality workout experience.

Speed, incline and motor

Be sure to think beyond the screen. Speed and incline make a big difference in the kind of workouts you can do. More serious runners and competitive athletes will probably need speeds up to 12 miles per hour, while casual users will get more than enough speed in a model that tops out at 10 miles per hour. Incline settings are also a big consideration. If you want a running experience that closely mimics the outdoors, consider spending a little more for a model that also includes decline settings.

However, the more speed and incline you need, the more motor you need to make the belt run smoothly. For walking and slow, casual running, a 2.5 to 2.9 horsepower motor will do. If you want to do any kind of faster running, especially at an incline, you’ll need at least a 3.0 horsepower motor. Long distance runners, heavy users (both weight wise and running volume) will have a better experience on a 3.5 horsepower to 4.0 horsepower motor. More powerful motors keep the belt running smooth, preventing slippage.

Warranty

Warranties vary, but the more expensive the machine, the better the warranty should be. Warranties are typically broken down into different areas, such as frame, motor, deck, parts and labor. Each area can have a different warranty length. Frame warranties typically start at five years and go up, with some well-built models coming with a lifetime warranty. Parts and labor tend to be the shortest but should be at least one year.

Cost

Cost can vary widely, though most treadmills with TVs start around $1,000 and can top out at $5,000 for commercial-grade treadmills. Entry-level models have less powerful motors, lower maximum speeds, fewer incline levels and may have a smaller running surface. As the price goes up, the screens get larger, the builds get more durable and top speeds and inclines go up. The treadmills also tend to have features that better integrate smart programming by allowing trainers to adjust the treadmill’s speed and incline.

How We Chose the Best Treadmills with TV Screens

Our criteria for the best treadmills with TVs started by evaluating the screen size against the available features and build quality. We looked for machines with screens that offered a clear, sharp picture and vivid colors. From there, we wanted a balance of screen quality with features. A model with a smaller screen could still make our list if it offered a longer warranty or tech upgrades like screen mirroring or preloaded apps. Treadmills with large screens needed frame durability to prevent wobbling that might make it difficult to watch the screen.

We also considered the speed, incline and motor power. Not everyone needs a top speed of 12 mph with a 20 percent incline, so we also looked for high-end, mid-range and budget models to accommodate the needs of different kinds of exercisers. We would be remiss if we ignored warranties, so we also looked for models with a warranty to back the price point.

Treadmills with TVs FAQs

Is walking on a treadmill just as effective?

Walking is an excellent form of exercise, but it’s not as efficient at burning calories as running. However, you can increase intensity by increasing the incline or speed to maximize calorie burn while walking, jogging or running.

Is it O.K. to watch TV on the treadmill?

It is okay to watch TV on a treadmill. Most people, even beginners, don’t have a problem adapting to watching a screen and running. But it might be a good idea to try walking and watching before you go to an all-out run.

Is it better to walk outside or on a treadmill?

Outside walking and running tend to burn more calories because of nearly imperceptible changes in incline. However, people with joint issues, flat feet or high arches may find it more comfortable to use a treadmill because it reduces impact on the joints in comparison to outside running. If you fall in that category, you might also want to consider an elliptical versus a treadmill for the reduced impact.

Can you use Netflix on NordicTrack Treadmill?

You cannot use Netflix on a NordicTrack treadmill because NordicTrack relies on iFit, which doesn’t connect you to entertainment apps.

What speed should I walk on a treadmill to lose weight?

The right speed for you will depend on your fitness level, age, weight and gender. Instead of trying for speed, pay attention to how you feel. Walk at a speed that makes you breathe harder and develop a light sweat but still allows you to carry on a conversation. At that rate, you’re at a moderate intensity. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week for adults.

Can you use iFit without a membership?

No, you cannot use iFit without a membership.

Final Thoughts

Treadmills with TVs make your smart home gym a more inviting place to be. Whether you’re watching entertainment or following a workout from your favorite trainer, a touchscreen display is easy to use and keeps you motivated to stay active and healthy. Be realistic about your budget, and check the treadmill’s specs to make sure you get a model with a screen size you like and that comes with programming to enhance your training goals. We hope our treadmill review helps you find the right model for your home gym.

Prices are accurate and items in stock as of publish time.