Folding Treadmill with Incline, 4 in 1 Foldable Treadmills for Home & Office, 2.5HP Desk Treadmill with LED Display, Phone Holder

The media could not be loaded. Note that at time of writing there are 2 Freepi machine options available and this review relates to the 'Black-handle' model which has a top speed of 12kmph. The model number is T3816.I bought this treadmill after extensive research and as a replacement for another similarly priced treadmill (Homcom brand) that has packed up on me after 15 months.I only received the treadmill 2 days ago so these are my impressions after a couple of uses.The item arrived well packaged which is in contrast to the previously mentioned treadmill that arrived with a broken display due to inadequate packaging, so this was a plus straight off the bat.It is easy to setup - simply unpack, screw in 2 feet by hand (more on this later), raise the handle, attach the magnetic safety lock, plug it in and it is good to go. You can also add the optional phone stand which clips in to the top of the handle. It has a spring mechanism to hold your phone in place securely which is an improvement over my previous treadmill where the stand wasn't fit for purpose as the phone would constantly fall off during a run. Note that a phone can only be positioned horizontally (landscape) - I can't see how it could be clipped in vertically due to the size of the spring clip and although one of the pictures here on Amazon shows a tablet in use, I can't see how that can be an option either.The included instruction booklet is well written and easy to follow. It does not mention that there is protective film covering the display and also on the handle which can be removed if desired - certainly looks nicer once you've peeled it off even though it wasn't obvious it was there until I looked closely.Operation is straightforward with the usual buttons you'd expect to set speed etc. which can be controlled in 0.5kmph increments from 0-12kmph. There is a remote control - I've never really understood the need for a remote controlled treadmill, but maybe someone has a use for it. Not me though.The running surface is solid and the unit appears well built overall, definitely an upgrade on my previous treadmill in terms of build quality. The running surface area of 100cm by 40cm is a good size for a home treadmill - some home treadmills only offer 34 or 35cm widths which in my opinion is too narrow (and this is also reflected in reviews by owners of such devices) - that extra width really does make a difference when running. The belt runs smoothly and there is no signs of slipping or belt alignment issues when in use which is a good sign of a decent factory setup. If required, adjustments can be made very easily and this is explained in the booklet with the appropriate tool included.The noise level is good, fairly quiet at low speed which naturally increases as you move to higher speeds. but not to excessive levels and nothing beyond what you would expect.I was extremely pleased to find that the heat output from the unit is low. My previous treadmill would run quite hot and I think a lot of this was down to the lack of decent heat dissipation for the motor - the clearance between the motor housing and the floor was literally 3mm and this is where the venting slots were situated. The Freepi unit vents are much larger and ground clearance is far greater, especially when using the incline option (more on this later). The motor housing on the Freepi was barely warm to touch after a 40 minute running session where the unit was run at varying speeds including 12kmph.The display is big, bold and bright - although if direct sunlight falls on the display it is difficult to read, but in normal conditions it is very clear. It cycles through the usual kind of stats, speed, time, distance and calories every few seconds when in use. Can't speak to the accuracy of these numbers - to be honest I only pay interest to the speed and time.Back to the feet, there are two options - short feet that result in a level running surface, or longer feet that result in an incline of 4 degrees. This is an excellent option as the incline really does add another dimension and extra intensity to a workout - you really feel the difference in the calf and thigh muscles, as well as burning more calories. One downside to the longer feet is that the unit then becomes harder to move using the front mounted wheels as you need to raise the treadmill at a higher angle for the wheels to engage. Not a major problem but with the handle raised too, maneuverability is somewhat compromised . Of course, you can always lower the handle given that Freepi have cleverly made the handle operate with a spring lever rather than opting for bolts like on my previous treadmill that needed to be unscrewed in order to lower the handle. The tension on the spring lever can also be adjusted which is another thoughtful and welcome inclusion.The safety lock cord is the right length - not the case with the Homcom treadmill where it was too short and frequently disconnected. The 2m power cable is also refreshingly long enough to allow for enough positioning options in a room and still reach a power outlet - an upgrade on Homcom's 1.4m cable.The instruction booklet covers maintenance requirements such as lubricating with the included silicone oil.The booklet states that free replacement parts are provided for a 1 year warranty period.In summary, I'm very pleased with this treadmill. At this price point the functionality and build quality represents good value in my opinion. The incline option and the top speed of 12kmph are very welcome.Only time will tell if this Freepi treadmill will outlast the Homcom but at present I can highly recommend this device and is well deserving of 5 stars.

The treadmill runs very well, had it just over a month and used very often between myself and my daughter. Oiled the belt recently to keep a smooth run. The speed is great for what it cost and the handle for a bit of safety and ease of speed adjustment. Very easy to setup, noise is fairly low at lower speeds, can hear the TV well without needing excessive volumes. Only used the incline legs on it for a better workout and had no issues with it, very happy and would recommend, folds well and easily put out of the way, very compact compared to others I looked at

This product lasted about 6 weeks before the plastic base started falling apart. It’s slowly got worse over time. Stay away. Not worth the money

Have been using for few days, happy with use till now. Can adjust the speed / stop with a small remote or on the machine, portable/ foldable to store it.Didn’t require assembly, and silent motor when using it.

I love this treadmill love how I can store it away when I am not using it and that it doesn’t take up a lot of room. Very basic but value for money, not noisy, was easy to assemble and good quality.

So spent hours researching and hopefully I made the right choice!Here is quick summaryPlus features - easy to build. Nice motion to walk on. Buttons on stand to make easy to slow down or speed up. Not too noisy. Has stand so can watch tv. I feel safer having the bar to hold onto to. Can use without remote unlike many. The bar clicks into place with lever not screws like many did so quick to lift and put away. Has feet to make it have incline so burn more caloriesDisadvantages - when I put my iPhone in stand it calls 999! 3 times this happened within minutes of using so now can’t secure it in place and it’s just ledged (and isnt secure unless you hold bar all the time as flies off with vibrations otherwise) I bought to fit under my 12 cm raised bed which it does just. However with the feet in it to make an incline, it won’t go under bed so I have to unscrew every day to put back so bit annoyingOver all I am pleased and would buy again but so wish I could put away with screws for incline in (but my bed is too low)

It's a neat treadmill that does not take up too much space. The tread speeds are limited to fast walking but at the price, it is pretty good value for money

I’ve had this for 2 weeks now and have done nothing but praise, say how amazing it is and even send the link to others. However, the last couple of days I noticed a burning smell coming from the machine. I thought maybe it was the belt because it was moving over slightly and managed to (kind of) sort that out but it is really starting to smell now. I would normally walk for 90 mins to 2.5 hours on it but after 45mins it started to stink and smell like overheating/burning.. I turned it off as I’m now paranoid. When I felt the front of the machine one side was burning hot and the side that’s actually plugged in was fine.. feel like it was a waste of my money now as I don’t feel I can use it or it will blow up or something !!?