The Nautilus T516 LE-X treadmill is a machine for those serious about their fitness with a serious amount of money to spend. At a shade under £2,000 it is also up against some serious competition, namely Life Fitness and the top of the range models Tunturi has to offer.
When you buy Nautilus you know you're getting a quality machine with some cutting edge technology. The T516 offers the best value for money from their range benefiting from REACTTM Absorbing Control Technology, or in English, a cushioned running surface that adjusts its sponginess according to your weight. This reduces the stress your joints experience when running and allows you to run further and longer than road-running. The fact that it adjusts to your weight is a huge benefit. Other shock absorbing systems that don't have this function
can often feel too bouncy for the lighter to average weight runner.
Nautilus use SuperSoftTM running belts, although it sounds like a toilet roll rest assured it's three times the thickness of many competitors' belts and ensures durability and running comfort.
The Nautilus T516 is powered by a 3.0 HP HyperdriveTM motor, our reviewers loved the smooth and quiet operation and felt it could keep going all day.
A big favourite with our reviewers were the two heart rate control programmes. The programme monitors your heart rate via the wireless chest strap (grips also included) and adjusts the speed of the belt to keep you within a pre-set range. This keeps you in the fat burning zone and is great for increasing your fitness levels. With 12 pre-set and 3 manual programmes, top speed of 12mph and a maximum incline of an energy-sapping 15%, the T516 has enough to keep you challenged for years to come.
Quality machines come with excellent warranties and Nautilus is no exception. The frame has lifetime cover, whilst the motor, electronics and parts are covered for 10 years, and on-site parts and labour for 1 year.
Please note: this is a non-folding machine so you will need to have the space (see dimensions below) to house this machine in a permanent position.
Available in UK for £2,299 from Amazon.co.uk .
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Pros and Cons Reviewers Ratings
In brief:
Whilst it may seem a lot of money to spend on a running machine, the Nautilus T516 is a quality machine with enough features and programmes to keep you motivated to achieve your fitness goals. It has a superb feel under your feet, looks great and practically invites you to get on every time you walk past! Combine this quality with an extensive warranty and suddenly the price doesn't look so bad. Would we recommend it? Most definitely!
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Nautilus T516 Treadmill - Technical Bits
User reviews will follow after the technical information.
Specifications:
- 0 - 20 km/H speed range (0 - 12 mph)
- 2 heart control programmes
- Grip + wireless heart rate monitor
- 51 x 152 cm walking/running surface
- REACTTM cushioned deck to reduce impact
- Maximum user weight 170kg (375 lbs)
Dimensions:
- Machine weight 150kg (330 lbs)
Nautilus T516 treadmill console
Nautilus T516 Treadmill - User Reviews
The Pros:
The features most users liked about this treadmill were:-
The large running deck.
The heart rate control programmes.
The smooth operation.
Running in this machine was very comfortable.
The powered inclination and the ability to go up to 15% - few machines match this.
The extensive warranty for peace of mind.
The Cons:
Not a lot:-
Some felt the display was a bit dull, other machines were more imaginative in how they displayed the information.
Nautilus T516 Ratings
Power
Appearance
Running Area
Comfort
Reliability
Noise
Ease of use
Controls
Warranty
Value for Money
OVERALL RATING
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- 8.5
- 8.5
- 8.5
- 9
- 8.5
- 8.5
- 8
- 7.5
- 8.5
- 8.5
= 84%
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Best Price:
Currently available for £2,299 from Amazon.co.uk.
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