After a lot of research I finally settled on the Sole F80. Mostly because I do not want a treadmill that I feel I am going to miss out if I don't subscribe to the content, such as iFit on the NordicTrack.
I'm so torn. The cushioning is important to me which I know favours NordicTrack but I have zero interest in their subscription based iFit and in fact think it's a really cynical move of them to restrict their 'smart' screen to content that needs a subscription. I actually want to avoid them for that reason. Also in my recent experience their customer service is non-existent. So I guess my concern is *how much* difference is there between NordicTrack & Sole cushioning?
The NordicTrack 1750 is noticeably softer and bouncier compared to the F80 when running. When I'm walking, I hardly notice the difference. Both treadmills provide more shock absorption than running on asphalt or concrete. If you haven't considered Horizon treadmills, I would take a look at them. They do not require a subscription and are softer than Sole, but they don't have as many smart features.
The 1750 has 5k and 10k programs available through iFIT. These programs follow popular race routes and adjust the incline and speed automatically, so they aren't quite like the F80's 5k and 10 programs. However, you can also create a custom route in Google Maps. All of these features require a subscription to iFIT.
After a lot of research I finally settled on the Sole F80. Mostly because I do not want a treadmill that I feel I am going to miss out if I don't subscribe to the content, such as iFit on the NordicTrack.
Great pick! I hope you enjoy your new treadmill!
I tried both out today and choose the Sole on the sturdiness of the treadmill seems better and no subscription is a plus too.
I hope you enjoy your new treadmill!
Was this mentioned? I might have missed it. The Sole F80 has a TWO ply double woven belt while the NordicTrack has a ONE ply belt.
when it comes to quality and guarantees, I prefer SOLE F80 plus no need for subscription.
I'm so torn. The cushioning is important to me which I know favours NordicTrack but I have zero interest in their subscription based iFit and in fact think it's a really cynical move of them to restrict their 'smart' screen to content that needs a subscription. I actually want to avoid them for that reason. Also in my recent experience their customer service is non-existent. So I guess my concern is *how much* difference is there between NordicTrack & Sole cushioning?
The NordicTrack 1750 is noticeably softer and bouncier compared to the F80 when running. When I'm walking, I hardly notice the difference. Both treadmills provide more shock absorption than running on asphalt or concrete. If you haven't considered Horizon treadmills, I would take a look at them. They do not require a subscription and are softer than Sole, but they don't have as many smart features.
I’ve been using Apple Fitness+ for my treadmill workouts. Would I be able to mirror that to F80
Yes! You should be able to mirror any content on your phone and tablet to the F80 screen.
I know f80 has options like 5K and 10K. Does NT 1750 have that?
The 1750 has 5k and 10k programs available through iFIT. These programs follow popular race routes and adjust the incline and speed automatically, so they aren't quite like the F80's 5k and 10 programs. However, you can also create a custom route in Google Maps. All of these features require a subscription to iFIT.