Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.
Sole E25 comes out ahead by a narrow margin (4.4 vs 4.6). The gap is mostly about users prioritizing build longevity over interactive features — read the strengths below before deciding.
The Carbon EL is the iFIT budget pick — ProForm's value elliptical with iFIT compatibility.
The E25 is the durability pick — Sole's flagship elliptical with lifetime frame warranty.
Most compact. iFIT compatible. Smaller stride.
Best warranty. No incline. Heaviest build.
| Spec | ProForm Carbon EL | Sole E25 |
|---|---|---|
| Stride | 17" | 20" |
| Drive | Front | — |
| Resistance | 18 levels | — |
| iFIT | Compatible | — |
| Flywheel | — | 20 lb |
| Warranty | — | Lifetime frame |
| Pedals | — | Adjustable |