If you’re looking for a new treadmill that’s heavy on technology, you might want to consider the Sole F85. This luxury treadmill features a 4.0 HP motor, a foldable “Z-shaped” frame, and a 15.6-inch touchscreen display. The display includes seven preset apps, such as YouTube and Netflix, but you can also place your phone or tablet in the designated holder and screen mirror whatever you’d like to watch during your cardio workouts. Plus, since there is a wireless charging pad and a USB port, you don’t have to worry about your devices dying on you.
That’s not all, though. The F85 has a decline of -6 percent and an incline of 15 percent to pair with a max speed of 12 miles per hour. The 22” x 60” running surface can suit the needs of most athletes, and the handlebar features pulse grips, so you can track your HRV. Due to its high-quality construction and luxury features, we think the Sole F85 could be a great addition to your home gym.
Main Takeaways
- The Sole F85 features a 15.6-inch touchscreen display preloaded with seven apps and offers screen mirroring.
- The 4.0 HP motor can support up to 375 pounds and reaches a top speed of 12 miles per hour.
- Ranging from -6 percent to 15 percent, the F85 offers a wide range of decline and incline settings to switch up your cardio sweat sessions.
With a 4.0 horsepower motor and an all-steel frame, this treadmill brings the quality expected from many commercial gyms into your home. It provides runners plenty of running space and is still foldable.
Sole F85 Treadmill Highlights
The F85 provides the durable build and power most users expect from a commercial gym treadmill. Its 4.0 HP motor and steel frame enables runners to hit high speeds on a smooth and stable surface, and can support up to 375 pounds. This treadmill includes 10 pre-programmed workouts, but you can also save 12 of your own custom workouts as well. The touchscreen display includes seven preset apps — Netflix, YouTube, ESPN, NBC News, CBS News, ABC News, and CNN — or place your phone or tablet in the designated holder and screen mirror your favorite apps.
The max speed of 12 miles per hour allows you to bust out some sprints, and the wide range of decline and incline settings (-6 percent to 15 percent) provides variety to your workouts. Those tight on space will love the foldability of this treadmill as it allows room for you to perform strength training with equipment, such as a kettlebell or some adjustable dumbbells.
The 2.75-inch rollers will reduce the amount of stress on the belt and motor, potentially increasing the longevity of the tread. These features don’t come cheap, though — you’ll have to pay around $2,300 to add the F85 to your personal space. But that’s a pretty reasonable price tag compared to similar competition.
Who Should Buy the Sole F85
- Folks who want the latest and greatest tech with their cardio equipment will love the touchscreen monitor, streaming apps, and ability to screen mirror from their devices.
- Athletes who want a wide range of incline and decline settings will get solid usage from the F85.
- Anyone tight on space will find the foldability of this treadmill to come in clutch when it’s time to incorporate some strength training or mobility exercises.
Who Shouldn’t Buy the Sole F85
- Those on a tight budget will likely want to source a cheaper alternative to the F85.
- Anyone who wants a basic treadmill to burn some calories and doesn’t care about the tech-savvy nature of this treadmill should keep searching.
- Avid hikers who want a treadmill with a steeper incline will need to keep looking. There are some treadmills on the market that reach a steeper incline than the 15 percent featured on the F85.
Price
The Sole F85 Treadmill is available for around $2,300 on the Sole Fitness website. While it certainly isn’t cheap, it’s actually around the median price compared to the rest of the market. Yes, you can always find a cheaper option, but you’ll likely be looking to replace it much sooner than you would be with the F85. If you can’t stomach dropping some racks at once, you can always finance your purchase for about $125 a month. At the end of the day, we think the luxury features and high-quality build make this treadmill worth every penny.
Overall Build and Quality
Weighing 319 pounds, the Sole F85 is forged to last with a steel frame. The 4.0 HP motor is strong enough to support up to 375 pounds of weight, reaches a top speed of 12 miles per hour, a decline of -6 percent, and hits inclines up to 15 percent. The 2.75-inch rollers are great for those who like implementing sprints for their cardio workouts. Rollers of this size don’t have to spin as fast as smaller rollers, which means they’ll potentially last longer. With your purchase, Sole includes a lifetime warranty on the frame and motor of the F85, three years on the deck and components, one year on labor, and 90 days on cosmetic items.
Features
The Sole F85 has some pretty impressive features that stand out to us — specifically the 15.6-inch touchscreen display. It comes equipped with seven apps ranging from YouTube to your favorite news source, such as NBC, and supports screen mirroring with your phone or tablet. Tracking your heart rate is easy, thanks to the pulse sensors on the handlebar. There is a wireless charging pad to charge your devices, and there are 10 preloaded workouts in addition to the 12 custom workouts you can create.
Max Incline and Speed
Ranging from a -6 percent decline to a 15 percent incline, the Sole F85 provides plenty of variety for your workouts. This is ideal for those searching for a way to mimic their afternoons spent on a hiking trail with hills. In addition, changing the incline or decline also changes the workout to being more quad-driven or posterior-chain-driven. You can use the quick-select buttons on either side of the display to change your incline or the manual buttons on either side of the pulse sensors.
Not only is there a wide range of incline and decline settings, but the F85 also has a wide range of speed settings from 0.5 to 12 miles per hour, allowing sprinters to still get after it indoors. Located on the opposite side of the decline adjustment buttons, you can use the quick-select buttons to change the speed or the manual adjustment buttons on the handlebar.
Included workouts
The Sole F85 includes 10 classic workouts that are pretty standard in most treadmills (such as HIIT, Fatburn, and Hill). The treadmill also includes programs that focus on calorie burning, increasing endurance, and lower body strength training. Before starting, you must enter your information, such as age and weight, to generate workouts that best fit your needs.
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The Sole F85 also offers 12 customizable programs, allowing you to save your data on the console, making it convenient to hop into your runs without entering your information all the time.
Display
Those enamored by techy cardio equipment will love the 15.6-inch touchscreen display on the F85. Not only does it come equipped with seven apps, such as YouTube, but you can also stash your phone or tablet in the designated holder and screen mirror from your device.
That’s not all the display is good for, though, as stat tracking is also made easy. You can keep up with your total workouts completed and total calories burned while tracking your metrics during your individual cardio burnouts.
Fans
Two fans are located under each speaker of the F85 that can be tilted up or down to your comfort level.
Heart Rate Monitoring
The Sole F85 features two pulse grips on the handlebar that allow you to monitor your heart rate at all times. If you pay for Sole Fitness’ streaming service “Studio,” you can also pair up your Apple Watch or Bluetooth heart rate monitor to track all your metrics and transfer it to your Apple Health app.
Handlebars
The F85 has a handlebar under the cup holders featuring built-in heart rate sensors. You can also use the aluminum side rails as an additional handlebar if necessary.
HDMI, USB, and Other Inputs
The Sole F85 Treadmill has a USB port that will come in handy if you’re already using the wireless charging pad for another device. Not all treadmills offer this feature, which is a bit of a plus in our eyes.
Bluetooth and Audio Options
The F85 features two Bluetooth speakers under the display, which is excellent for those who want to save their eardrums from earbuds. Simply connect your device to the display, and you’re all set.
Water Bottle, Cup Holders, Tablet and Phone Holders
Located just above the handlebar, the F85 has two cup holders to stash your shaker bottle full of your pre-workout slop and a water bottle to keep you hydrated as you sweat. Next to the cup holders are two additional spots to toss your keys, earbud case, or wallet if necessary.
Just above that is the wireless charging pad where you can keep your devices full of juice. Additionally, above the display is the designated tablet holder where you can watch your favorite shows if you don’t want to take away from tracking your metrics while working out.
Product Specs
The Sole F85 Treadmill has a 4.0 HP motor that can support up to 375 pounds. The 2.75-inch rollers are great for runners, and the running area is pretty spacious, measuring 22” x 60”. The foldable Z-shape design will come in handy for those concerned about the tread preventing them from performing their favorite kettlebell flow or utilizing a weight bench for some strength training.
Motor Size
Treadmill motors range anywhere from 2.75 HP to 3.75 HP, but the F85 is an outlier with a 4.0 HP motor. This will allow you to run at higher-end speeds for longer, but it also means it has a heavier weight capacity than treadmills with a weaker motor. This is also a DC motor (Direct Current). Direct current motors are typically quieter than AC motors which is an additional positive for those who like to work out while others are sleeping.
Running Area
This treadmill sports a 22” x 60” running surface. This ensures that most athletes can work out comfortably without feeling like they have to bust out their best acrobatic performance walking a tightrope.
Weight Capacity
Whether you’re running or walking, the Sole F85 Treadmill can support up to 375 pounds of weight.
Folding Options and Dimensions
Nobody wants to spend thousands of dollars on equipment that drastically reduces their available space in their home gym, so luckily, that’s not a problem with the F85. The foldable Z-shape design is a game changer for those who want to do some strength training and unfold the treadmill to finish their workout with some cardio. Thanks to the hydraulic lift system, it’s an easy process to fold and unfold the F85 — just lift the lever under the belt, and it’ll take care of the rest.
When unfolded, the F85 measures 66 inches tall, 82.5 inches long, and 38 inches wide. When folded, it’s 71.5 inches tall, 44 inches long, and 38 inches wide. This will allow you to comfortably work out with some free weights when folded.
Electrical Requirements
The Sole F85 Treadmill requires a standard 110-volt outlet to be powered.
Belt Information and Roller Size
This treadmill features a two-ply belt with 2.75-inch rollers. Rollers of this size are a match made in heaven for high-mileage runners as they will reduce the chances of the belt wearing rapidly.
Cushioning and Feel
The pairing of the two-ply belt and Cushion Flex Whisper Deck, the Sole F85 provides a cushioned run to soften the blow on your joints. So if you’re tired of taking a beating from running on concrete, the 40 percent reduced impact will have your knees thanking you, especially if you have a solid pair of running shoes on.
Workout Apps and Compatibility
With Bluetooth compatibility, Sole Fitness allows you to transfer your workout data from the F85 treadmill to your phone or tablet. Just download the free Sole Fitness app — which offers basic data tracking — or use compatible apps such as Fitbit and Apple Health.
Subscription Options
Sole Fitness has their own subscription service to stream workout classes called “Studio.” This will run you around $20 a month, or $200 a year if you want to make the full commitment. With your subscription, you’ll gain access to over 3,000 live and on-demand classes ranging from treadmill classes to cycling, rowing, yoga, boxing, meditation, and strength training. There are programs for you to follow too, such as half marathon training, an interval program, a strength program, and a bootcamp.
An instructor leads each class, consisting of a warm-up, the actual workout, and a cool-down. You’ll be pinned head to head against the rest of the Studio community with a leaderboard in your individual classes, but there isn’t an overall leaderboard based on performance and consistency. The app also pairs with the Apple Health app, so you can seamlessly track your metrics with your Apple Watch or Bluetooth heart rate monitor.
Since you can screen mirror from your smartphone or tablet, you can always stick to using a subscription you may currently have instead of subscribing to Sole’s.
Warranties
With your purchase, Sole Fitness includes a lifetime warranty on the frame and motor of the F85, a three-year warranty on the other components, a one-year labor warranty, and a 90-day warranty for cosmetics.
Places to Buy
You can purchase the F85 directly from the Sole Fitness website.
Company Information
Sole Fitness is known for its dependable cardio equipment ranging from treadmills to ellipticals, bikes, and rowers. Their fitness equipment is easy to use and often found in both commercial and at-home settings. All of their treadmills feature a 30-day money-back guarantee. So if you aren’t satisfied with your purchase, you’re eligible for a full refund. If you need to contact their support team, you can reach them at 877-441-8433.
Final Word
The Sole F85 Treadmill was designed with the tech-loving customer in mind. It features a 15.6-inch touchscreen display loaded with preloaded apps such as Netflix and ESPN, plus you can screen mirror from your phone or tablet. Thanks to the wireless charging pad and USB plug, you also won’t have to worry about your devices dying on you while you’re working out. The display makes stat tracking easy, and the two pulse sensors on the handlebar allow you to always keep up with your HRV.
The 4.0 HP motor can support up to 375 pounds, and the settings provide a ton of variety to your workouts. You can utilize the 10 programmed classes or create up to 12 of your own. This treadmill also has a max decline of -6 percent, a max incline of 15 percent, and a max speed of 12 miles per hour. If you’re looking for a new cardio companion to add to your home gym, we think the F85 is a solid contender due to its luxurious feel, tech-forward features, and heavy-duty build.
FAQs
How much does the Sole F85 Treadmill cost?
This treadmill will cost you roughly $2,400 on the Sole Fitness website. We realize that this is a pretty pricey piece of equipment, but we also think it’s worthy of that price tag. It features a heavy-duty 4.0 HP motor and a wide range of incline, decline, and speed settings, among many other luxury features.
Can the Sole F85 Treadmill fold?
Yes. The F85 resembles a Z-shape when folded, which is ideal for anyone tight on space or those who simply want to tuck it away after use.
Does the Sole F85 Treadmill feature streamable cardio workouts?
Yes, Sole has their own subscription service that you can pay for in two ways — $20 a month or $200 for the year. If you’re sold on another subscription, though, you can always utilize the screen mirroring feature and stick with what you know.
