Head-to-head · Best Treadmills Under $1000

Bowflex T6 vs Sole F63

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

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The short answer

Bowflex T6 comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.6 vs 4.0). Bowflex T6 is best for: Runners and walkers who want a full-size deck and a 15% incline at about $1,000 and are happy to bring their own tablet for classes or streaming. Read the strengths below before deciding.

Higher ratedRanked #1 in Best Treadmills Under $1000

Bowflex T6

4.6

1 source$999as of Oct 10

A folding treadmill with a 3.0 HP motor, a 20 in by 60 in deck, a 12 mph top speed and a 15% motorized incline, sold by Bowflex at a $999 sale price against a $1,299 list price. Garage Gym Reviews rates it 4.6/5 and Treadmill Review Guru scores it 75 out of 100. It has an LCD console rather than a touchscreen and needs no subscription.

Strengths

— 15% motorized incline, above the 12% Garage Gym Reviews calls typical
— Felt solid with no swaying at top speed in Garage Gym Reviews' test
— Onboard workouts work without Wi-Fi or a subscription, per Treadmill Review Guru

Watch-outs

— The belt slips at the 15% incline, according to Treadmill Review Guru
— No touchscreen; a phone or tablet is needed for classes and streaming
— Large footprint: 76 in long, and still 35 in wide by 71 in high when folded

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Ranked #2 in Best Treadmills Under $1000

Sole F63

4.0

3 sources

The Sole F63 is the running treadmill to beat under $1000. Its 3.0 CHP motor, full 20 in by 60 in running deck, and cushioned belt handle genuine running, and a lifetime frame and motor warranty is rare at this price. BarBend and Treadmill Review Guru both rank it as the best running pick in the category.

Strengths

— 3.0 CHP motor and 20 in x 60 in deck handle real running, not just walking
— Folds with a hydraulic assist and includes Bluetooth workout tracking
— Free SOLE+ app access with hundreds of classes, no required subscription

Watch-outs

— Basic LCD display rather than a large touchscreen

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How they stack up

Bowflex T6

It matches the Sole F63 on this page for motor (3.0 HP), top speed (12 mph), incline (15%), deck size (20 in by 60 in) and weight capacity (325 lb). The ProForm Carbon TLX has the same motor rating and deck but stops at a 12% incline and a 300 lb capacity. The Horizon T101 has a 2.5 CHP motor, a 10% incline and a 55-inch deck.

Sole F63

The Bowflex T6 matches its 3.0 CHP motor, 15% incline, 20 in by 60 in deck and 325 lb capacity. Far more capable for running than the walking-focused Horizon T101.

Specs side-by-side

Spec	Bowflex T6	Sole F63
Motor	3.0 HP	3.0 CHP
Top Speed	12 mph	12 mph
Incline	0-15%	0-15% (15 levels)
Deck	20 in x 60 in	20 in x 60 in
Weight Capacity	325 lb	325 lb
Display	LCD with LED windows and tablet holder (no touchscreen)	—
Programs	8 on-board	7 preset + 2 user
Folding	Yes, soft-drop gas shock	Yes, hydraulic
Warranty	Lifetime frame and motor, 3-year mechanical parts, 1-year labor	Lifetime frame/motor, 2-year deck/parts, 1-year labor
Dimensions	76" L x 35" W x 71" H (folded 44" L)	82.5"D x 38"W x 66"H
Material	—	Alloy Steel

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