BowFlex Treadmill 10 Review (Personally Tested): You’ll Need Extra Space to Pick Up The Pace

The best treadmills can help you cultivate a fitness routine that can potentially help you manage your weight, decrease anxiety, and increase your cardiovascular health. (1) The BowFlex Treadmill 10 boasts incline and decline training, as well as a 10-inch touchscreen display with access to the JRNY platform and streaming apps like Netflix and Prime Video.

Is the BowFlex Treadmill 10 worth the $1,999 splurge? Let’s figure that out. The BarBend roster is filled with runners and certified personal trainers who have tested more than 40 of the most popular treadmills on the market. Our tester took this machine through the paces, sprinting at the treadmill’s max speed, and tackling hill workouts with its incline (and decline) range. While we wouldn’t recommend this behemoth for those with limited space, we think it can help serious runners (and those who like to catch up on their stories as they sweat) kick their training up a notch.

Main Takeaways

• A treadmill suited for seasoned runners, the Bowflex Treadmill 10 has a max speed of 12 miles per hour and -5 to 15-percent incline range.
• This treadmill is compatible with the JRNY fitness platform, which offers adaptive workouts and access to streamers like Netflix and Amazon Prime. 
• At 23 square feet and 323 pounds, this machine is built like a tank — and can take up nearly as much space as one.  

Bowflex Treadmill 10 Highlights

The BowFlex Treadmill 10 is built for the avid runner, with a top speed of 12 miles per hour and a -5 to 15-percent decline and incline range for wind sprints and hill work. The 10-inch touchscreen display may be a bit small for some, but we think its streaming capabilities make up for that. This treadmill is integrated with the JRNY fitness platform, which includes access to popular streaming apps like Netflix and Hulu (subscriptions required). However, you’ll need to keep your JRNY subscription active if you want to utilize the touchscreen.

JRNY is a fitness platform that offers a wide range of running and strength-training workouts. The on-treadmill workouts are adaptive, so after you complete a fitness assessment, its workouts will adapt to your skill level and become more difficult as you progress. 

As one of the best treadmills for tall runners, the Treadmill 10 features a 60-inch by 22-inch belt deck which provides enough room for your stride. Amanda Capritto, CPT, CES, CNC, CF-L1, CSNC, noted, “For running and especially sprinting, you’ll want a deck… 60 inches long. As for width, 20 to 22 inches is ideal in order to accommodate arm motion while running and potential side-to-side movement that can occur when sprinting.” 

Similarly, the 400 pound user weight capacity can handle a wide range of athletes, providing a sturdy and stable workout experience. “This treadmill makes me think of a Buick, honestly. It’s built like a tank,” said our tester, “Also, the deck’s cushioning is comfortable, there’s a ton of room for my stride, and it’s super sturdy underfoot.”

While this treadmill can fold up, transforming from 23.38 square feet to 12.24 square feet, it’s one of the largest treadmills we’ve tested — nearly 10 inches longer and 5 inches wider than other high-end treads we’ve tried. “This thing is huge, almost too big for most people,” said our tester, who also pointed out its 323-pound weight. The average treadmill with a screen weighs roughly between 250 and 330. 

When folded up, there are transport wheels attached to help you move this out of the way, but our tester suggests avoiding this if possible. “If you want a treadmill that you can fold up and easily tuck out of the way, this isn’t it.” 

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Training With the BowFlex Treadmill 10

Our team knows treadmills, having spent countless hours on more than 40 different models. To give you our honest feedback on the BoxFlex Treadmill 10, we walked, jogged, and sprinted on this machine, taking the incline and decline as high and low as it could go and mashing all of the buttons with our sweaty fingers to see what they all do. 

To convey our findings in the clearest way possible, we utilized the BarBend equipment testing methodology — judging categories such as durability, footprint, delivery, workout experience, and more on a scale from 1 (yikes)  to 5 (amazing).

JRNY App

After a free two-month trial, JRNY costs $19.99 a month or $149 for a full-year subscription. It’s one of the most affordable apps for treadmill running, especially compared to iFIT ($39 a month) or Peloton All Access ($44 a month). A JRNY membership provides beginner to advanced trainer-led studio classes, scenic routes via Explore the World, and adaptive workouts that adjust your workout based on your ability. Dynamic programming scored a 3 out of 5. “JRNY doesn’t have as many classes as iFIT, but it is half the price for a subscription,” mentioned our tester.

With this membership, you’ll also have access to JRNY radio and streaming services like Prime Video and Netflix, but you’ll need your own subscriptions to these streamers to view content. A small note here is that previously the BowFlex Treadmill 10 offered Hulu, Disney+, and Max as well, but they appear to have been pulled from the home screen. 

Speed and Incline

The 12 mile-per-hour max speed allows athletes to run at a 5-mile-per-hour pace, making it great for HIIT treadmill workouts in addition to endurance sessions. But the incline and decline capabilities are what really impressed our team. BarBend expert reviewer Amanda Capritto, CPT, CES, CNC, CF-L1, CSNC, notes, “If you plan to use your treadmill to train for outdoor events such as a marathon or a hike, incline is essential.” With a 15-percent incline and -5-percent decline ability, users can incorporate hill sprints into their training or prepare for upcoming hikes with steep pitches. Customization earned a 4 out of 5.

For ease of adjustments, there are three locations where you can change up your speed and incline — quick-jump buttons on the screen, toggle buttons on the handlebars, and additional adjustment buttons beside the heart rate grip sensors. “This treadmill comes with a lot of features, and the multiple options for adjusting your speed and incline are great,” said our tester. “Nobody wants to be smashing buttons on the screen in the middle of a run.”

Running Deck

“This treadmill deck is really comfortable to use,” said our tester. “Because of how wide and long it is, I had a ton of space to move freely and never felt like I was close to falling off.” The belt’s 60-inch length is what we typically recommend for runners, especially taller ones with longer strides, and the 22-inch width provides room to move freely. 

Capritto agrees, “As for width, 20 to 22 inches is ideal in order to accommodate arm motion while running and potential side-to-side movement that can occur when sprinting.”

This belt deck utilizes Bowflex’s ComfortTech deck cushioning, which works to absorb shocks to help reduce joint pain. We scored the Treadmill 10’s adjustability and ergonomics a 4.5 out of 5. Additionally, a worthwhile call out is that the roller size isn’t listed, so we can’t speak to their durability.

Preset Workouts

Aside from JRNY’s trainer-led classes, the Treadmill 10 has nine different programmed workouts at your disposal, including interval, endurance, and fat burn options. If you choose not to pay for JRNY, you can still access some of the best cardiovascular exercises.

Conveniences

The Bluetooth connectivity allows you to pair this treadmill with apps like Zwift or Peloton. “I love the ability to connect with Zwift,” noted our tester, who gave tech capabilities a 4.5 out of 5. (A little expert tip, Zwift is, as of this writing, free for runners!)

You’ll find a small-ish three-speed fan located between two cup holders, a media shelf, and a host of storage compartments for mobile devices, towels, and keys. There’s also a set of heart rate pulse sensors on the fixed handles. 

Our tester noted, “There’s tons of storage, and the placement of the handles where the heart rate sensors are is in a really ergonomic location.” Conveniences scored a 4 out of 5. You’ll also receive a Bluetooth heart rate armband with your purchase so you can better track your stats.

What to Consider Before Buying the BowFlex Treadmill 10

“Treadmills are a great home gym item for individuals who want to increase their daily or weekly cardio exercise via walking, jogging, or running. Even if you don’t use a treadmill daily, it’s a great item to have for instances in which you can’t or don’t want to walk or run outside,” notes BarBend expert reviewer Amanda Capritto, CPT, CES, CNC, CF-L1, CSNC. 

However, you’ll want to consider the machine’s specs, how much you’re willing to spend, and how much space you have available before pulling the trigger and buying a treadmill.

Display and Dynamic Programming

According to Capritto, “Treadmills with TV screens offer an escape from the boredom of the ‘dreadmill.’ If you are someone who wants to run/walk indoors but finds the treadmill hopelessly boring, opting for one with a TV screen might be your golden ticket to a good time!”

The Treadmill 10 sports a 10-inch touchscreen display integrated with the JRNY fitness platform’s range of trainer-led classes and entertainment streaming options. You’ll also be able to track your metrics, such as speed, incline, time, distance, heart rate, and calories burned. “The 10-inch screen feels small, but you can always opt for the BowFlex Treadmill 22 which provides a 22-inch screen, however, that’s going to cost you more money,” mentioned our tester.

Of course, not everyone wants to stare at a screen as they sweat. If you’re interested in a more utilitarian option that you can zone out on during intervals, you can save a few bucks with one of the best budget treadmills. 

Motor Power

We don’t know what the motor power is on this treadmill! There have been rumors that this treadmill has a 4.0 HP motor, but BowFlex has been super secretive about what the actual specs are. Even customer service, who was lovely, informed me that they couldn’t share the motor power for their treadmills. 

Capritto notes, “Ideally, a running treadmill will have a powerful motor with at least 3.0 CHP.” So, if the rumors are true, the 4.0 HP motor isn’t as strong or capable as the CHP motors we like to recommend on the best treadmills for running. While the motor here may provide what you need, there’s no guarantee since we just don’t know. If this is a concern for you, we recommend taking a test run on the Treadmill 10 at a local gym or fitness retailer. 

Footprint

If the fitness equipment you bring into your home doesn’t fit, the only workout you’re going to get is from taking everything apart and shipping it back. Capritto agrees, “Check the overall length, width, and height of the machine in its assembled position and folded position if applicable. And triple-measure your space to make sure it will fit!”

The Treadmill 10 is 65 inches tall, 85 inches long, and just under 40 inches wide. That makes it about 10 inches longer and 5 inches wider than the average high-end treadmill. Once folded, it becomes 70 inches tall and 44.5 inches long, but the width stays the same. “This treadmill is going to take up a lot of your floor space,” noted our teaser, who scored footprint a 2.5 out of 5.

Price

While the $1,999 price tag may be a king’s ransom for some folks, you’re getting a sturdy steel build and streaming features akin to the best high-end treadmills, some of which can cost upwards of $2,500. Additionally, you’ll want to consider the subscription fee for JRNY, since this app is what gives you access to the HD touchscreen. After an initial two-month free trial, you’ll need to pay $19.99 a month for access to JRNY. 

Consider if you’re willing to keep up with a subscription fee to utilize the HD touchscreen, because if this doesn’t fit into your budget, there are tons of treadmills without screens (usually less expensive upfront as well) and without continued monthly payments.

BowFlex Treadmill 10 Vs. the Competition

Below, we’ve stacked the Bowflex Treadmill 10 against some other comparable treadmills we’ve tested. To go toe-to-toe with this machine, the competition needed to have HD touchscreens, app integration, and impressive speed and incline capabilities.

	BowFlex Treadmill 10	BowFlex Treadmill 22	Peloton Tread	NordicTrack Commercial 2450
Price	$1,999	$2,799	$2,995	$2,999
Max Incline	-5 to 15%	-5 to 20%	0 to 12.5%	-3 to 12%
Max Speed	12mph	12mph	12.5mph	12mph
Warranty	Frame and motor: 15 yearsMechanical parts: 5 yearsElectronics and touchscreens: 1 yearLabor: 2 years	Frame and motor: 15 yearsMechanical parts: 5 yearsElectronics and touchscreens: 1 yearLabor: 2 years	Frame: 5 yearsTouchscreen: One yearLabor: 1 year	Frame: 10 yearsParts: 2 yearsLabor: 1 year
Display	10” touchscreen	22” touchscreen	24” touchscreen	22” touchscreen
Dimensions	65.3″ H x 85″ L x 39.6″ W	70″ H x 85″ L x 39.6″ W	62″ H x 68″ L x 33″ W	65” H x 78.5” L x 35.6” W
Dynamic Programming	JRNY($19.99/month)	JRNY ($19.99/month)	Peloton All-Access($44/month)	iFIT($39/month)
Can I Watch Shows and Movies?	YES!	YES!	YES!	No

The BowFlex Treadmill 10 is the lowest-priced treadmill in our comparison chart. It’s about $800 less expensive than the BowFlex Treadmill 22, a machine that has an identical build to the 10 but includes a larger 22-inch touchscreen. It’s $1,000 less expensive than the Peloton Tread and NordicTrack Commercial 2450. Additionally, you’ll find the 15-year frame warranty on the BowFlex models more impressive than the 5- and 10-year warranties on the others.

The $19.99 JRNY subscription is about half the cost of Peloton All Access ($44 a month) and iFIT ($39 a month). However, in testing, we found JRNY programming to be less impressive than the other two. If dynamic virtual classes are what you’re after, we’d suggest considering a treadmill integrated with iFIT or Peloton. However, if you want a treadmill that can stream TV shows and movies, we’d recommend a BowFlex model over Peloton. Treadmills with iFIT allow no access to entertainment apps like Netflix. 

The Treadmill 10 is 85 inches long — nearly 17 inches longer than the Peloton Tread and 6.5 inches longer than the NordicTrack 2450. It’s also about 4 to 7 inches wider than the competition. While the Bowflex Treadmill 10 costs less than the Peloton Tread and NordicTrack 2450, that lower cost comes with a larger footprint, taking up more space in your home. 

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Places to Buy

You can purchase the Bowflex Treadmill 10 from Best Buy, Amazon, Walmart, or directly through BowFlex’s website. 

Customer Experience

Best Buy provides a quick and painless purchasing process, often providing free shipping, quick delivery, or easy in-store pickup. In terms of shipping costs, Best Buy offers different packages for different needs.

• Free Pickup: If the treadmill is available in store, you can pick it up for free. However, same day pickup won’t always be available, so be sure to check and see what day this item can be ready by.
• Delivery ($29.99): The treadmill is delivered to your door by either UPS, FedEx, USPS, or a Best Buy team member.
• Delivery + Lage Fitness Equipment Install ($329.98): The treadmill is delivered to any room in your home, up to the third floor of your building or any level serviced by an elevator. The professional assembly team will also set up the treadmill, connect it to your Wi-Fi, and make sure it’s ready for use before leaving.
• Delivery + Large Equipment Install with Haul-Away ($429.98): The treadmill gets delivered and set up, just like in the previous option. However, the professional assembly team will also haul away an older piece of workout equipment, if you’re purchasing this treadmill to replace something you don’t use anymore.

At the time of this writing, the BowFlex Treadmill 10 was only available for in-store pickup. If possible, we’d recommend paying for someone to build this treadmill for you. 

“At 323 pounds, just getting this inside was a struggle, so you’ll want an extra pair of hands if you have to put this together without professional assembly,” noted our tester. “Because the parts are heavy, you’ll want one person to hold the equipment in place, while the other person attaches it.” 

Just think of it as isometric training as you shout, “Can you hurry up? This is getting heavy!”

Warranties

With your purchase, you’ll receive a 15-year warranty on the frame and motor, five years on mechanical parts, one year on electronics and display, and a two-year labor warranty.

Company Information

Bowflex is one of the most popular fitness manufacturers, as they’ve been in the game for over 30 years. They offer an extensive line of equipment from treadmills to bikes, home gyms, free weights, and ellipticals. If you need to speak to someone from their support team, you can reach them via phone at 1-800-605-3369.

Customer Reviews

As of this writing, the BowFlex website has 576 reviews for the Treadmill 10, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5. Best Buy has 347 reviews with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5. To give you a sampling of WHAT customers had to say, the following is a range of positive and negative reviews sourced from Best Buy.

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5-star review: “I got this treadmill because I weigh 250 pounds and needed something sturdy with good cushioning to support my weight. After a few months, this treadmill has not disappointed….”

4-star review: “Was a pain to move and put together, but works well. I wish that the interval programs automatically adjusted, instead of telling you when to do so. I don’t like that you have to pay for JRNY membership to use Netflix, etc.”

3-star review: “It is HUGE. Look at the space you want to put it in carefully.  It is much larger, wider, higher than what you imagine. Trust me. I had to pay to have it disassembled and moved into another room.”

2-star review: “It’s not a plug-and-play type of Treadmill…Too much time is wasted because you must log in with your information every single time you use the treadmill. It doesn’t hold your information.”

1-star review: “…The software is also bad, it CONSTANTLY logs me out. There’s nothing more frustrating than trying to remember and type my full email and password for the first five minutes of my workout… it should stay logged in indefinitely.”

In Conclusion

The Bowflex Treadmill 10 is built like a tank, with a 323-pound total weight and 400-pound max weight capacity. The 10-inch touchscreen display is integrated with popular apps like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video, but you must pay for a JRNY subscription in order to access them and the app’s virtual coaching. However, there is a designated tablet holder positioned under the display you can also utilize, and nine programmed workouts on the console if you don’t want to pay a monthly fee.

Large as it is, it does fold — in fact, we think it’s one of the best folding treadmills — so you can free up some space when it’s not in use. The -5 to 15 percent incline allows for variety within your workouts, and the top speed of 12 miles per hour only adds to the versatility. Despite not knowing the size of the rollers, we think this treadmill will service the average person well. While we think anyone could benefit from this treadmill, we think it’s best suited for seasoned runners looking for a challenge and the ability to stream TV shows and movies as they sweat. 

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