With all the different models that NordicTrack offers, I often get inquiries on which is the best value. Of course, that depends largely on your budget and how you plan to use the machine. In addition, NordicTrack offers a variety of treadmills, incline trainers, ellipticals and FreeStriders.
I also get asked which is the best model within a category. One of the most often asked question is what is the best choice: the NordicTrack x11i or the NordicTrack x22i incline trainers. These are their top two models of the incline trainer line-up. The last time I was at the NordicTrack headquarters in Utah, one of the managers told me of all the fitness equipment available to the employees at a discount, the incline trainer was the top choice.
Both the x11i and the x22i are based on a workout that focuses on a steep incline, instead of a running workout on a treadmill. Click here if you are still trying to decide if an Incline Trainer is right for you.
Low Impact: You are typically walking on these machines which means there is less impact to your joints and your lower back in comparison to running.
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There are many similarities between the two machines, which includes the following…
Commercial Grade Heavy – Both the X11i and the x22i are extremely heavy. They don’t provide the actual weight on the stats, but having been on these machines, you’ll find that these machines are rock solid. In fact, it is highly recommended that you get the inside delivery service, because the standard service is to the curb, and you’ll need the Green Bay Packers front line to help you move it inside.
One of the standout features is that both the x11i and the x22i are iFit Enabled. iFit technology is one of the main reasons that NordicTrack is undisputed as the leader in leading edge fitness technology. There is an additional cost for iFit on your incline trainer, but for the cost you get an array of interactive fitness technology. It also takes the boredom out of exercising indoors. iFit is a total fitness management technology that includes…
NordicTrack x22i Incline Trainer Console – For $700 more over the x11i, the main advantage is this large 22″ console display.
So you have done your research and you’ve decided that the incline trainer is your cardio machine of choice, but which one should you choose? If you are like most people you have narrowed down your choice to the NordicTrack x11i vs x22i because of the extended warranty, bigger motor and larger touch screen display.
Now typically the NordicTrack X11i cost $2,199 with free shipping and the NordicTrack X22i is $2,899 with free shipping (Remember to upgrade to inside shipping).
So exactly what do you get for the extra $700 on the x22i? Actually, not a whole lot. If you check out the specs the only real difference is a 22” display on the x22i in comparison to a 10” display found on the x11i. Unless you are obsessed with a larger display the extra $700 does not justify the cost. You can use that $700 to purchase a large HD flatscreen TV.
My recommendation is go with the NordicTrack x11i, it is the best value of all three of the incline trainers.