Name: ProForm SMART Pro 16.9 NE
Brand: ProForm

Quick Summary

Showing off a full color 10″ touch screen, the SMART Pro 16.9 Elliptical combines ProForm’s latest electronics with solid mechanics.

Key specs making it a “whole family elliptical” include a 32-pound flywheel and a 20″ adjustable stride with power ramp.

Learn more from the full review of the ProForm Pro 16.9 below.

Specifications

Model	ProForm SMART Pro 16.9 NE
Rating Our custom rating considers all of the elliptical's features, specs, warranties, and 100's of user & expert reviews, to save you time!	91.9%
List Price Suggested retail price, typically higher than the price you'll pay with our recommended retailers.	$2,499
Best Price Since prices change daily, this link goes to our preferred retailer for the best price we've found.	$1,499
Resistance Resistance is what determines calories burned per stride. The more levels, the more precisely you can control the difficulty.	26 Levels
Resistance Type The type of resistance affects the performance of your elliptical. Magnetic and Eddy-Current are the most common types.	Silent Magnetic
Stride Length Stride Length is important for comfort and smooth strides. A stride length of 18-21 inches is ideal for most heights (5'3 - 6'7).	20 inches
Pedals Elliptical pedals can be cushioned and adjustable for maximum comfort and minimum impact on joints for injury prevention.	Oversized & Cushioned
Incline Some elliptical trainers can be set at an incline to increase difficulty and burn more calories.	0 - 20 Degrees
Flywheel The flywheel controls the smoothness and resistance of your workout. In general, the higher the better.	32 Lbs
Programs Elliptical Programs allow you to complete a workout with changing speeds and inclines, without changing anything manually.	35
User Profiles For each profile the elliptical allows, you can create a custom user account with saved programs and goal settings.	1 User
Heart Rate Heart Rate programs allow you to track how many times your heart is beating per minute (bpm), and some control the workout for you.	Handlebar Sensors & Wireless Chest Strap Included
Display Elliptical Display refers to the screen you'll look at to monitor workouts. LED and LCD displays are similar to TV screens.	10" Full-Color Touchscreen
Max. Weight Max User Weight is the amount of weight, in pounds (lbs), that it can safely support, which can represent durability.	350 lbs
Dimensions Dimensions are included to help you figure out if this elliptical will fit properly (Length x Width x Height and Height x Depth).	80.3" x 25.7" x 64.4"
Upper Body Most ellipticals have handles to hold while you're working out that provide an upper body workout.
Accessory Tray Some ellipticals include an accessory tray for holding items such as water bottles, wallets, keys, or MP3 players like iPods.
Speakers Ellipticals that include a sound system allow you to listen to your MP3 player/iPod through built-in speakers (without headphones).
Cooling Fans Cooling Fans are designed to help keep you cool during an intense workout on your elliptical.
Folding? Some ellipticals are designed to conserve space by folding up. This is a convenient option, but some features might be reduced.
Quick Controls Quick Controls allow you to select speed, incline and even workout programs with the touch of a button (usually on the handles).
Warranty The warranty is an important part of your investment. The longer the warranty, the longer you can get free/discounted repairs.	Frame: Lifetime Parts: 6 Years Labor: 3 Years

Our Rating

Rating: 91.9/100. Total body training meets modern tech with the ProForm SMART Pro 16.9 Elliptical. The Pro 16.9 leads its series and makes other elliptical trainers look rather blah. Smart basics include a stride that adjusts to fit different family members, a heavy flywheel for smooth training at many ability levels, and magnetic resistance for quiet operation. Extras that make exercise more effective — and more likely to occur — include an automated incline, 35 preset training programs, unlimited workout downloads (with iFit membership), a full color 10-inch touch screen, a tablet computer holder and smartphone-compatible speakers.

Here are pros and cons about choosing the ProForm Pro 16.9 Elliptical.

Pros:

Easy assembly (Three quick steps)
Commercial steel frame
SMR™ Silent Magnetic Resistance (26 levels)
Heavy drive (32 pounds)
Power ramp (20 degrees)
Full color 10″ touch screen display
35 workout apps
iFit-enabled for Google Maps™ workouts and more
Tablet holder above console
Smartphone-compatible (2-inch speakers)
Grip pulse sensors and wireless receiver (Chest strap included)
Large two-speed fan
Multi-position grips on handlebars
Water bottle holder
High capacity (375 pounds)
Six-year parts warranty
Three-year labor warranty

Cons:

Front drive design (Rear drive makes balancing easier)
Stride length is comfortable for most, but not the best for very tall users
High price when not on sale
ProForm customer service gets poor reviews

Introduction

The ProForm Pro 16.9 is an elliptical designed for just about everybody. Whatever your body size and strength level, this trainer can likely support a natural-feeling stride and help you reach higher and higher levels of fitness. Below are details about its extensive built-in workouts, its potential with iFit, its low-impact stride and other features.

Workout Programs

Taking the guesswork out of training, the Pro 16.9 includes a varied menu of 35 workouts. Each workout was designed by a certified personal trainer and can control the elliptical machine’s resistance and incline. Just press “Start” to start burning calories, building endurance and achieving other fitness goals.

iFit technology is included too. Using the console’s 10″ touchscreen you can access all the benefits of an iFit membership, which range from high-def video workouts to customized daily workout downloads and easy long-term tracking of your fitness data.

One of the most popular iFit features – Google Maps™ integration – is especially engaging with this ProForm elliptical because of the power ramp and high definition 10″ display. With Google Maps™ on iFit you can download any route and virtually experience it on your fitness machine. The Pro 16.9’s incline will adjust automatically to mimic the terrain, plus you’ll see an interactive Google Street View on the display! Where will you train?

ProForm SMART Pro 16.9 NE Features

To fit most family members this elliptical trainer has a maximum 20″ stride. Making adjustments is quick and easy with electronic controls.

For an especially smooth ride and a wide range of resistance choices, the Pro 16.9 has a 32-pound flywheel. Trainees can select from 26 resistance levels.

Extra challenge is available with the 20 degree power ramp. Benefits of the incline include even faster calorie burn and targeted muscle toning. The incline is labeled with the muscle groups that are targeted; at the lowest level you’ll focus on your calves, and at the highest levels you’ll especially tone your thighs.

A 10-inch full color touch screen serves as the workout control center. It gives access to the 35 preset workouts and shows your speed, time, distance, resistance level, heart rate and calories burned. This touch screen can also be used for displaying iFit workouts.

A tablet computer holder is smartly placed at eye level and within easy reach.

Heart rate monitoring includes two options. The ProForm Pro 16.9 has a wireless monitoring system (chest strap included) and has grip sensors on its handlebars.

Warranty & Guarantee

The Pro 16.9 elliptical has ProForm’s longest warranties. The warranty package includes:

– Frame: Lifetime
– Parts: 6 Years
– Labor: 3 Years

ProForm also promises a 30-day money back guarantee on all elliptical trainers.

Conclusion

The ProForm SMART Pro 16.9 Elliptical has high quality components, enticing electronics and a long warranty. It’s a top recommendation for many households. The biggest competition is from it’s nearest ProForm model, the Pro 16.0 NE, which has a smaller touch screen. Choose whichever is on sale and get a great value!