ProForm Carbon T7 Review

Our Rating

Rating: 89.1/100

If you’re on a budget and want an entry-level treadmill for interactive training at home, the ProForm Carbon T7 is a fantastic option for you. With ProForm’s current deal, you are only paying a monthly iFit membership cost over three years: the actual machine is free. We assume you would be paying the iFit membership fee if interactive training is a top priority for you anyway, so with this in mind it’s a great deal. After that, you own the machine.

The ProForm Carbon T7 works well for walking, jogging, or HIIT.
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The Carbon T7 is best suited to beginners or intermediate users, and is best for walking and jogging routines. Its 2.6 CHP motor isn’t powerful enough for advanced runners. That said, it does support a top speed of 10 MPH and an incline grade up to 10% to add challenge and variety to your training regime. Just keep in mind this is not a treadmill for consistent running, if that’s your primary training preference.

With iFit, you’ll have a huge variety of trainer-led videos at your fingertips, as well as Google Maps trails so you can virtually visit any location on the planet. iFit trainers will automatically control your incline and speed within workout programs. In virtual trails, the machine automatically syncs with the elevation of your chosen terrain. This is perfect for staying motivated, as the trainers and terrains push you through your workout without you having to lift a finger. That said, the 7″ screen is a bit small for our liking. It works well enough with iFit, but it isn’t as immersive as the 10″ or larger screens found on other ProForm or NordicTrack treadmills. But for the essentially free price, it’s hard to complain. It’s a plus that you don’t have to bring your device to the machine anyhow.

Another thing to be wary of is the track size. At 20” x 55”, it’s compact. It probably won’t cut it for taller trainees. That said, if saving space is your top priority, the T7 is a fantastic choice. It’s just 74.62” long by 35.24” wide and folds easily after workouts. Having a smaller running track is a sacrifice you have to make for the compact size. Read on for the key pros and cons of the ProForm Carbon T7 treadmill.

Pros:

• Free: The T7 is free with your monthly iFit membership over three years.
• Screen: The 7” touchscreen allows you to view iFit workouts directly on your T7.
• Incline: The 10% incline allows you to add challenge and diversity to your workouts.
• iFit: iFit offers a huge variety of workouts. You’ll never be bored of training again.
• Sound System: You can plug in your device to the T7’s audio auxiliary port to play music through the treadmill’s set of speakers if you just want to jog to music.
• Foldable: It’s easily foldable, allowing you to pack it away after workouts.
• Compact: At just 74.62” by 35.24”, the T7 is compact enough for most home gyms.

Cons:

• Motor: The T7’s 2.6 CHP motor won’t cut it for advanced runners.
• Track Size: With a 20” by 55” running surface, the T7 won’t work for taller users.
• Screen Size: The 7″ screen doesn’t provide the most immersive iFit experience.
• No Programs: There aren’t any preset workout programs. We would have liked to see some in case your connection goes down, or for when you have paid up the 3 years of iFit membership (so you could use the T7 for free).
• Warranty: Even though the treadmill comes with a 10-year frame warranty, parts and labor are only 1-year. We would have liked to see a longer labor warranty.

The ProForm Carbon T7 features an iFit-ready console.
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Introduction

If you’re already willing to pay a monthly subscription cost for interactive training and want an entry-level treadmill to get you started, the Carbon T7 could be your perfect match. The actual treadmill is free when you commit to a 3-year monthly iFit membership. This makes it an impressive value purchase for your home gym.

It’s best suited to those who are new to fitness or intermediate trainees. Walking and jogging is the name of the game here, mainly due to the weaker 2.6 CHP motor. That doesn’t mean that the T7 won’t offer enough challenge and workout diversity for a lot of trainees, however. It can still support a top speed of 10 MPH and an incline up to 10%.

Not only can ramping up the speed and incline add challenge to your workouts as you progress, but it also works well with iFit. The iFit instructors can automatically change your speed and incline in workout programs. Essentially, it’s like having your own personal trainer, pushing you through your workout and helping you to progress. Read on for more details about the Carbon T7’s workout programs, features, and buyer protections.

Workout Programs

Unlike other ProForm models, the Carbon T7 treadmill does not have any preset workout programs. Interactive training via iFit is the key focus here, as demonstrated by the fact that you get the treadmill itself for free when you pay for an iFit membership (over 3 years).

With iFit, you’ll get access to a massive variety of on-demand workouts with certified personal trainers. These include outdoors and in-studio workouts. There’s also a Google Maps feature which allows you to virtually explore different landscapes across the globe. What’s more, with iFit, your incline and decline will change automatically to suit the trainer’s workout or the landscape you’re exploring. This unique feature allows for an immersive workout experience.

The ProForm Carbon T7 stands up easily with a simple lift.
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