NordicTrack T Series 10 vs. T 6.5 S vs. T 7.5 S Treadmill Review
NordicTrack T 6.5 S Treadmill Series. A Solid entry level folding treadmill under $1,000
Over All Score 9.7
T Series Treadmills on Amazon UPDATE:
Some of the most popular early and new model entry-level folding treadmills are now exclusively available on AMAZON for under $1,000.
The lower-priced NordicTrack T 6.5 S treadmill and T 7.5S models and the New T Series 10 treadmills or T Series 5 are all available at Amazon with Free Amazon Prime Shipping while inventory lasts.
If you prefer going with the very latest Nordictrack entry-level treadmill models, explore the newer 2025 Nordictrack Models on Amazon NordicTrack Store or online at NordicTrack.
Some Key Model Differences:
T SERIES TREADMILL OVERVIEW
The NordicTrack T 6.5 S, T7.5, and T Series 10 Treadmills powered by iFIT are three of the best entry-level treadmill options under $1,000, a great start for any home gym. As part of NordicTrack’s T Series these durable treadmills can support most running goals at an affordable price — and are recommended for walkers, joggers, and runners. Both older and newer T Series designs are sturdy and durable with a running deck that provides flex cushioning options on the running surface to reduce impact on your knees, hips, and ankle joints.
The T Series 6.5S or T Series 5 are great value treadmill deals but not always available, while the T 7.5S Model is a great substitution option, but more expensive, featuring a 7-inch HD touchscreen and a longer running deck, a more powerful motor providing a faster top speed at 12 MPH and slightly higher incline ability at 12%. For the newer version checkout, the T Series 10 treadmill.
With Nordictrack T Series treadmill models you can run, walk or hike at home on a dependable treadmill at speeds up to 10-12 mph, or as you are moving, add intensity to burn more calories with running deck inclines up to 12%. On the earlier model like the T 6.5 S or T7.5S, you can use the built-in Dual-sided EKG Pulse Grips to monitor your heart rate while you move.
NordicTrack T 7.5 S treadmills and up are iFIT enabled with a 7 - 10-inch pivoting HD touchscreen. These treadmills models have One-touch buttons on the console and Duo EKG Pulse-heart monitor grips seen above
Overall, the running decks with the Nordictrack T Series seemed roomy enough to accommodate most people’s stride and have a spacious feel to them, enabling your arms to move freely while in motion. All these models (except the T Series 5) are folding treadmills with a space-saving design, using an easy-lift assist feature to help anyone easily lift up the running deck to make space or assist in cleaning underneath.
MAIN DIFFERENCES
A Key difference between these treadmill models is the display. The T 6.5 S and T Series 5 ship with a 5-inch backlit LCD screen for statistics and selecting pre-programmed running/walking workouts, while the T 7.5 S has a 7-inch HD Touchscreen, and the T Series 10 model a 10-inch touchscreen that also can tilt up and down and allows you to select your favorite iFIT trainer-led run, walk or hike session outside or in a studio setting —your choice.
iFIT trainers can adjust the treadmill’s speed and incline elevation to match the workout terrain or trainer cues as you run or walk. (This iFIT feature is often referred to as SmartAdjust or Live Trainer Control).
Compared with the T Series 6.5 S model, the T 7.5S and T Series 10 Models have a faster top speed of 12 MPH with a stronger motor of 3.0 CHP vs. 2.6 CHP and can incline two degrees higher to 12%. The T 7.5S and T Series 10 treadmills also have a longer running deck size of 20 x 60” vs. 20 x 55 inches for the T6.5 models. If you are taller over 6'.1 and have a long stride the Nordictrack T Series 10 or T 7.5S models and up may suit you better.
While the screen is smaller on the T 6.5 S and T Series 5 models, they both provide a thoughtful designed-in lip, to securely hold any smart device or tablet on it. You can easily follow sessions from Apple Fitness+ (or any other app) or stream iFIT destination and studio workouts pairing (connected) to the treadmill via Bluetooth to enable iFIT SmartAdjust features for trainer control of speed and incline.
It's worth mentioning that you do not need to subscribe to iFIT to use these treadmills, or any app for that matter. You can run, jog, or walk without any monthly subscription. Optionally you can put the treadmill in Workout/Manual Mode and run, walk, or jog using your own incline and speed adjustments that suit you.
You can also select from the 30 - 50 built-in pre-programmed workouts that ship with the T 6.5 S or the T 7.5 models respectively, while the Newer T Series 10 Model only has a manual workout mode if not using iFIT.
One of the interesting aspects of the Nordictrack T Series Treadmills is that they are iFIT enabled with some models including a 30-day subscription membership to iFIT (Only on Amazon, a $39 savings). That said, these treadmills can be used without being tied to any subscription, including iFIT. If you are not into connected fitness and only want a good, entry-level treadmill to run or power walk on or prefer to use other apps like Apple Fitness+ (see our Review) or Peloton Digital, you can — making the Nordictrack T-series treadmills versatile good value-for-money option treadmill.
That said, iFIT is designed to motivate and challenge users with its interactive on-demand workouts that offer access to a wide range of some of the best trainer-led destination runs, walks, or hikes, plus intense cross-training segments on and off-the-treadmill — such as strength training, yoga classes, boot camp, kickboxing, and many other cross-training choices.
No Subscription Required
However, as we previously mentioned, if you prefer not to take iFIT workouts then you can use these treadmills in manual workout mode, making your own speed, and elevation adjustments as you move with the quick one-touch buttons (on T.6.5, 7.5 and 8.5 and 9.5 model consoles) for incremental speed and running deck incline changes.
While in an iFIT workout session you are guided / led by world-class trainers streamed right to the treadmill’s 10-inch HD touchscreen on the T Series 10 or can use a tablet (not included) or any smart device for that matter — if you decide to go with the lower-priced T 6.5 S model or T Series 5 model at Amazon you have the option to place/sit a smart device on the console’s designed-in lip/shelf as seen below. This means that while you’re moving you can select any entertainment subscribed options such as CNN, Netflix, etc.
iFit Workouts Include
iFit Workout selections include trainer-led destination runs, walks, and hikes through exotic, interesting locations in Africa, Switzerland, Italy, Ireland, Thailand, Antarctica, Iceland, New Zealand, and Hawaii plus many other U.S. and international locations. Because Nordictrack T Series Treadmills are iFIT enabled, trainers can digitally adjust your treadmill to synchronize incline, decline, and speed in real-time with the workout you're taking — a very popular interactive feature, known as SmartAdjust or Trainer Live Control.
iFIT also offers excellent value, allowing up to five users to have individual accounts under the Pro membership, to use with this treadmill or any other iFIT powered exercise equipment tracking workout stats, favorite trainers, plus many other individual settings. We like that iFIT is constantly adding/updating workout content.
Select a monthly or the annual payment option. Annual iFIT subscription works out to $33 / mth or choose option to pay monthly for $39 per month.
T-Series treadmills are Space Savers with the ability to fold up the running deck
WHAT WE LOVE
iFit Enabled • 10-12% Incline • Folding • OneTouch Controls
iFit Technology
VIDEO: See how iFit Trainer's work with you and your T 6.5 S or T 7.5 S treadmill to you hit your fitness goals
With your iFIT Pro membership you get access to elite trainer guided workouts in a studio environment, or you can choose destinations to run, walk or hike through across the world. Trainers guide you through cross-training video workouts or keep you company while providing encouragement and making adjustments to speed and incline along the way. iFIT technology allows the trainer to adjust the treadmill’s incline or speed to match the terrain on the screen during a workout to make it fun and a lot more challenging. The first 30 days of iFIT is currently included when you purchase any iFit enabled T-Series Treadmill at Amazon.
These treadmills can be used without iFit if you are not into connected fitness and just want an entry level treadmill to run or power walk on like the T-Series 5. As a note: the T-Series 5 model running deck does not fold.
You can use heart rate grip, use the incline elevation to add intensity and monitor you work out on the T 7.5 S treadmill’s touchscreen to really understand your workout results. While on the T 6.5 S you can do the same or use your own tablet (or any smart device) paired to the treadmill via Bluetooth if you want to use iFIT workouts. Follow this link to Learn more about — why iFIT?
Both T7.5 S and T series 10 treadmill models supporting up to a 12% incline to burn more calories in the same amount of time than running on a flat level surface. The T 6.5 model running deck incline is 10%.
Running deck incline changes up your work-out and makes it more challenging and quicker to lose weight or build fitness. Just walking at an incline is recommended and highly beneficial, if you are a walker or like to hike you will really enjoy the many iFIT challenges such as in the Swiss Alps or Grand Canyon treks for example. The T7.5 S model and T Series 8 and 10 models supports a slightly higher incline of 12%.
Durable Motor
The quiet 2.6 CHP DURX motor is durable and strong enough for multiple runners. T Series treadmills are well built and run quietly when using. The motor can power interval training for those more intense training days. The T 7.5 S is a 3.0 CHP version which is generally better for a treadmill whereas the T8.5 S and T9.5 S are even more powerful at 3.5 and 3.6 CHP respectively. Generally, the more powerful motor is better if you have multiple users running for longer periods. See our Nordictrack Treadmill Buyers Guide where we discuss this in more detail.
One-Touch Controls
OneTouch controls make it easy to change difficulty. The console’s one touch controls are a quick easy way to adjust incline and speed — they tend to be more accurate than a knob, but also you have the option to make finer adjustments to get the exact setting you want on either treadmill.
““ iFit and the coaches are AMAZING! I look forward to my daily workouts! Totally LOVING the Italy running series with @johnpeelfitness “”
NordicTrack T6.5S iFit enable Nordictrack treadmills so you can workout at home and get access a wide range of trainer-led studio classes and destination led runs with your favorite instructor
““After I Set Up My Nordictrack 6.5 Si and I Turned It On, I Said Wow, Beautiful Machine. I Started My First Workout.””
WHAT TO KNOW
A DURABLE MOTOR BUILT TO LAST
✓ You can choose to walk, jog, and
run at speeds up to 10 mph with an incline range of 10%. The OneTouch controls make it quick and simple to adjust incline and speed.
✓ The T6.5 treadmill decks are 20” x 55” plenty of room to feel unencumbered while running. The 20-inch deck width is wider than most other treadmills in this category. Whereas the T 7.5 S and T 8.5 S and T Series 10 models offer a longer running deck at 60-inches.
✓ All have Flex Select so you can switch deck suspension from a cushioning feel to a more road like feel for what is best for your comfort. Switching the deck cushioning to simulate road conditions can reduce impact on joints with this option.
✓ The T 6.5S has 1.9” Precision and Balanced Non-Flex Rollers for smooth deck movement for both runners and walkers. As does the NordicTrack T 7.5 S model treadmill.
✓ The T 6.5 Si and the T 6.5 S treadmill comes with 20 built-in workouts designed by certified personal trainers if you do not feel like engaging with iFit. The NordicTrack T 7.5 S and T 8.5 S models have 50 pre-programmed workouts.
✓ Check your heart rate with a built-in duo EKG grip sensors while working out.
✓ All T-series treadmills including T 6.5 Si and T 6.5S comes with a 10-year frame & motor warranty, 2-year parts & electronics warranty, and a 1-year labor warranty.
✓ The earlier T-Series treadmills are designed to support user weights up to 300 lbs. while the T Series 10 model can handle a maximum user weight of 325 lbs.
GOOD TO KNOW
When the Flex Select cushion suspension is activated there is up to a 30% improvement in joint protection. Running or just walking at an elevated incline can burn more calories in the same amount of time plus increase strength and stamina.
We found these to be is comfortable treadmills with roomy running decks and powerful enough motor designed to reduce vibrations. The Durx motors are quiet and keeps up with your pace.
Adjust the treadmill’s deck cushioning by switching the Runners-Flex-Select isolator settings to reduce impact on joints
ASSEMBLY AND SETUP
- If you purchase at Amazon shipping is Free with 2-day Prime Delivery
- You can have the treadmill setup in the room of your choice using Amazon Services. Two people can move it, but treadmills in general are heavy. If in doubt, it’s worth having it placed in the room where you plan to use it. Both these treadmills fold up and easily rolls to maneuver short distances.
Treadmills tend to be heavier and wider than you think. For instance, the T 6.5 Si is 36 inches wide which can make it a little challenging to move through a standard doorway unless folded — you may want to build it in the room you intend to use the equipment in — So plan ahead.
- a nice option to ease assembly and delivery. You may want to consider using Amazon Services (recommended)
- NordicTrack/Amazon provides a 30-day money back guarantee.
DIMENSIONS:
- The T 6.5S has a 67.5" L x 35.75" W x 73" H Footprint
- The T 6.5 Si has a 67.5 L x 36” W x 73” H Footprint
- The T 7.5 S has a 78.9" L x 35.5" W x 59.5" H Footprint
- The T 8.5 S has a 78.9" L x 35.5" W 59.4" H Footprint
Connected-Fitness Treadmills
The T Series treadmill have all the treadmill features you would expect but are also iFit enabled. When you purchase at Amazon you also get one month of iFit membership included to lead, motivate, challenge and push you to achieve your fitness goals. iFit runs, walks and hikes are guided by professional elite trainers at some really cool destinations throughout the world. Alternatively, you can select from a wide range of studio classes that offer many types of cross-training streamed to the treadmill or any smart device including your tablet, phone, Apple TV, and Amazon Fire TV and Google TV.
“ “I love the coaching. Running without it seems so lame now. @Donna-Rae.
“Completely agree @Donna-Rae!!! says @Rick Mitchell.”
With iFit you get access to be trained by the best of the best! And all your workouts are from the convenience of home – no more budget breaking gym expense and lost time getting there. Workout on your own schedule whenever you want and without any gym anxiety.
In addition, a popular and cool feature that adds fun with a little intrigue to your workout is that iFit trainers can increase or decrease the incline and speed of your treadmill to match the class or terrain you are about to encounter.
Giddy, John, Tanya, Hannah and Betina are just some of trainers you can choose to workout with, they are among the top instructors having won Men’s Health and Women’s Health trainer of the year, have their own training celebrity clients like Jason Kennedy, Maria Shriver, Colton Hayes and keep themselves in championship ready shape.
The T6.5 Si treadmill’s 10-inch touchscreen will display your all your stats as well as display your iFit workout in HD. Track your progress on the dashboard with one swipe. The touchscreen is the only significant difference between the NordicTrack T 6.5 S and T6.5 Si model. If you are not into connected fitness and just want a treadmill to run on, then we would recommend the T 6.5 S model.
Why You Need iFIT Coaching with Your NordicTrack or Proform Equipment Select from a Wide Selection of Trainer Led Runs or Cross Training Sessions — One on One or in the Studio Classes
POINTS OF DISTINCTION
All NordicTrack T Series Treadmill are folding Treadmills so you can lift up the running deck and reduce the space it takes up when not in use. We especially liked how light, quick and easy to lift or return the deck to its normal position.
When you don’t want to engage with iFIT on your T 6.5 S, choose the training program you want from the 20 to 50 on-board workouts created by certified professional trainers. Programs include speed training; calorie burn programs and heart rate control options — but remember you have iFIT in addition to on-board programs providing access to a library of over 10,000 to select from.
Controls to adjust speed and incline are OneTouch, plus you can view your stats with one swipe on the HD touchscreen.
The T 6.5 S and T 7.5 S have Bluetooth audio capabilities and digitally amplified speakers if you do not wish to use wireless headphones or AirPods.
The 7-inch HD touchscreen on the T 7.5 S is the main difference between the NordicTrack T 7.5 S and T 6.5 S models. Last the T 7.5 S treadmill has a stronger motor and more suitable for heavier use.
The NordicTrack T 7.5 S Treadmill has up to a 10% incline for more challenging runs, walks or jogs & syncs with iFIT trainer-led runs and studio classes - To see all NordicTrack Treadmills click here
Who Should Buy a NordicTrack T Series Treadmill?
NordicTrack T 6.5 S and T7.5S model Treadmills are for those who are looking for a solid entry model treadmill that has an incline feature and can benefit from an incline elevation range to burn even more calories for weight loss or improving fitness.
People who want a durable treadmill to support multiple individuals using it.
We recommend the T 7.5 S model for those who want or enjoy personal coaching as they walk, hike or run. iFit trainers are some of the best you will find and iFit had them train all over the planet to film at awesome locations with impressive scenery as a backdrop —definitely adds to the iFit experience. Trainers provide interesting points of conversation and location highlights as they keep you motivated, challenged and make it interesting during sessions.
People who will take advantage of the elite iFit trainers! Get the group enthusiasm with iFIT studio classes and enjoy taking spectacular trainer led destination runs the 10-inch HD touchscreen makes a difference.
Both these treadmills can be used without iFIT if you are not into connected fitness and just want a treadmill to run or power walk on
PRICE OPTIONS
A Good Value Option
T 6.5 S Treadmill under $1,000 Or for the T 7.5 S get Best Deal at Amazon
iFit membership 1 month subscription included - subject to promotion.
Shipping with Amazon Prime its Free Delivery or $199 inside Entryway.
Room delivery and Assembly available. A Nice option to ease assembly and delivery. We recommend using Amazon Services (recommended) or even inquire at your local sports equipment store as an option.
Extended warranty OPTIONS available
AT THE END ── Our Final Thoughts
Availability November 2024 UPDATE:
While inventories last, the NordicTrack T Series treadmill including the T 6.5 S and T 7.5 S currently only available at AMAZON with good savings to kick off your fitness journey into 2024-2025 season.
Both these treadmills can be used without iFIT if you are not into connected fitness and just want a treadmill to run or power walk on.
— If you want an affordable folding treadmill for your home gym that will support multiple users, moderate length runs, with speeds up to 10 mph then these are good choices that offer value for money with a lot of useful features.
They are quiet and durable plus have impact-reducing decks to minimize stress to your knees and hips and joints. If available T 6.5 S is a great value option under $1,000 for a treadmill especially with the first 30 days of iFit membership included. And even a better value deal at Amazon with free Prime shipping.
You will enjoy the many trainer-led destination runs with excellent instructors at interesting locations all over the globe or in a studio setting. The NordicTrack T T-Series treadmills are recommended buys by maybe.yes.no.
The only major difference between the T6.5 treadmill models is the display screen. The T 6.5 S only ships with a 5-inch backlit LCD screen for statistics and running pre-programmed workouts. But there is a lip designed to support a tablet or any smart phone which will then substitute for your screen and connect to your iFIT enabled treadmill via Bluetooth. The T 7.5 S model has a longer running deck and a more powerful motor with the 2-degree higher incline at 12%.
| SCORE BREAKOUT | Points |
|---|---|
| OVERALL SCORE | 9.7 |
| Motor | 9.5 |
| Suspension | 9.7 |
| Deck Size | 9.6 |
| Durability | 9.6 |
| Customer Service | 9.0 |
| Price | 9.9 |
If you prefer the later more powerful treadmill models with improved touchscreens, the EXP 14i, EXP 10i, or EXP 7i models are good performing treadmills options to consider. This Series is now on Closeout, so inventories maybe limited
Part of NordicTrack’s EXP Series, the EXP 7i, the EXP 10i, and EXP 14i are iFit-enabled treadmills, with iFIT Pro membership included for the first month. That said, if you prefer to move to your own rhythm, you can use all these treadmills without iFIT — all well suited for walkers and joggers, and all supporting an uphill incline workout of up to 12 percent elevation.
The EXP 14i model has a top speed of 12 MPH, while the EXP 10i and
EXP 7i models' top speed is 10 MPH.
Other than speed and screen size, the EXP 14i and EXP 10i are identical to the EXP 7i but ships with a wider crisp 14-inch display and stronger 3.0 CHP motor vs. the 10-inch touchscreen and a 2.75 CHP motor on the EXP 10i.
While the EXP 7i model has a 2.6 CHP motor and a smaller 7-inch touchscreen — See below. The EXP 7i treadmill model also has a lip designed to support a tablet or any smart phone which can then substitute for your screen and connect to your iFit enabled treadmill via Bluetooth, similar to the older T-Series 6 S model.
All EXP series treadmills are folding treadmills and have the ability for the running deck to be easily folded-up. A feature that can save space, makes it easier to move short distances and allows cleaning the floor surface underneath the running deck a lot easier.
Nordictrack EXP 7i treadmill for a more powerful motor. 12% incline with a 7-inch touchscreen
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