NordicTrack EXP 7i Treadmill Review
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The EXP 7i is one of NordicTrack’s affordable T-Series treadmills. It is powerful and quiet and offers the following features:
Treadmill Features
7” Smart HD Touchscreen
Crisp graphics display your free iFit content for the first month. You can walk, hike or jog while following along on any number of iFit routes and workouts.
SpaceSaver® Design with EasyLift™ Assist
The SpaceSaver design keeps the footprint of the EXP 7i compact even while open. EasyLift Assist makes it easy to fold up when you’re done.
Smooth 12% Incline with Quiet Incline Tech
The 2021 model has smooth and quiet incline tech. This allows you to stay stable so you don’t have to hold the handrails while the deck inclines.
0 to 12 MPH Speed
Plenty of speed training options with a maximum 12mph top speed with intermediate speeds of .1. For example: 6.1, 6.2, 6.3mph, etc.
Includes a 30 day NordicTrack iFit® Family membership with up to 5 profiles
iFit is NordicTrack’s signature online database of trainers and classes. The variety is impressive; pictures are crisp and sharp, and the trainers motivational.
20” x 60” Commercial Tread Belt
There is a surprising amount of track space on the EXP 7i. At 60” in length it is a good 5” longer than comparable treadmills.
Upgraded Dual 3” Digitally Amplified Speakers and Bluetooth Audio
Dual 3” speakers tucked underneath the screen project clear sound. These have adjustable control for: Main Volume, Music, and Trainer so you can modify the sound as needed.
Syncs with Bluetooth Headphones
The 2021 model will sync with your Bluetooth headphones so you can listen without having to use the speakers
Dual AutoBreeze™ Workout Fans
Adjacent to the speakers, the fans provide nice air flow for your indoor room. The fans feature three power options and an auto-setting, so you can find the right amount of air flow. - กีฬา
I love the fact that you included the small tidbit about it not being suitable for people with low vision. Thats a super great tip to include.
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you! This is an extremely detailed review. I'm literally ordering my treadmill right now! I've been searching for a Treadmill for months and was overwhelmed. I'd wanted a SoleF63 but they deliver curbside and then send a team, so I'd still have to figure out how to get the box into my house until the assembly team arrived a few days later, Nordicktrack delivers and assembles in one whop!! Woo hoo! Thank you!!!
Awesome! thanks for watching and we hope this video was helpful for you. Enjoy your new machine!
That was a very well done detailed review. Thank you! I’m here because I’m doing research to buy one. Just found out I’m pre-diabetic and I need to start exercising more. This looks like good an affordable option for me because I’m tall but very slim.
Thanks for watching!
This was comprehensive and fantastic. Just ordered one from Dicks for Black Friday. Was interested in a visual review. Great job ✊🏼
Thanks!
Nicely done, you are fantastic! getting this for my wife for Christmas.
absolutely wonderful review. comprehensive, helpful.......looks like it the one i'm going to buy. kudos. thanks so much.
Thank you for the review very well done I received all the information that I had questions on. I have had a nordicTrack C990 for 6 years, and decided it was time for something new. I purchased this unit since all the specs matched the one I have now and is still very close in price. Bonus that this unit runs the current version of ifit. It has been completely outdated on my 990 for several years now
Thanks for watching! Enjoy your new treadmill!
Incredibly well done review. You helped me finalize my purchase decision. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
What a thorough review!
Like she says and the instructions states, it is best to have two people to put this together. I did mine by myself, it is possible but much easier if you have two, especially putting the console section on, it was a bit tricky by me doing it myself. I use the treadmill for walking and I love it so far. I am not really that intrigued by the ifit app, but I may see what is is all about. One thing for sure, a treadmill from NordicTrac should not get damaged in transit, they are extremely well packed. I did have one hick up the other day when I turned the unit on and got ready to go into the program, it tripped the breaker in the electrical box, I am not sure what that was about, but it only happened once. The 7inch screen is fine for me, besides I use an app on my Ipad when training.
Thanks for the very informative review! I'm choosing between the older Sole F63 and this one, and it definitely helped me a ton!
What did you go with ?☺️
@@SFV_Aurora Nordictrack exp 7i. I chose it since I like the more minimal design, and it's newer than the Sole. Only downside is that the warranty is not as good as the Sole F63's.
thanks carol!
Thank you for the precise and informative video. Wondering what people living in the apartment would hear? But I guess that depends on the construction of the building.
Both building construction and the weight and gait of the user influence the noise output. Larger runners are going to generate more noise than petite walkers. Nearly any treadmill will generate foot noise that can be heard on a lower floor. For those on upper floors, we recommend considering an exercise bike or rower... they provide an excellent workout as well and are both smaller and quieter.
So I took the plunge and bought myself this treadmill for Christmas. We put it together yesterday, and all went well. But, I am noticing that the side rails are making noise, as they appear loose and vibrate. Are they able to be tightened? Thanks!
Was wondering if the 7" screen would forgo the video and show your info full screen? So, it would be easier to see the speed, incline, time and other info.
Got this treadmill 3 months ago and love it. Today ifit won’t load and it appears a factory reset is needed but I cannot locate the reset button. The manual shows on the side of the console but I cannot find it. Can anyone help me locate it?
Can you compare this one to the EXP 10i?
This 7i or C970 iflex select? I always jog for 30mins most of the time at 10km
Hello I have a question about the size of this treadmill? I am 6ft 4in and 230lbs would this be big enough for me?
Be aware the latest iteration (as of 2024) of this model has some different specs.... It currently has, according the the NordicTrack website, a 2.6 CHP motor, down from the 3.0 CHP mentioned in this video, a 10 mph top speed, down from the 12 mph in the video, and the deck size is 20" x 55" instead of 20" x 60." And, judging from the console photo, the integral fan seems to have been eliminated. Also, iFIT is provided free for only the first 30 days rather than an entire year.
Hi, first of all, I love your videos! I’ve been looking into this one and Sole F63. I’ve hear that customer service for Norditrack is bad compared to the Sole one. I want to make the best decision possible! Which machine would you recommend?
We've definitely heard and read about bad customer service for both companies. In our experience though we haven't had too many issues at all with either company. Compared to the NT EXP 7i I would recommend the Sole F63 in this case, so far we just like the F63 a little bit better because we've tested it longer.
Loved it. Thanks to your review I have bought this machine. I do have a question. Why does it have a camera ? Is there for what ?
Good question. We don't know either. At some point, iFit indicated they were going to install a "chat" feature that would allow iFit users to chat with other iFit users during a workout, but this hasn't materialized yet.
Treadmills are now more than meets the eyes. They include these new programs and virtual trainers. Can we have a comparison or review video of these virtual programs. Thank you for all you do.
That's a good idea. We've attempted to do video reviews of various apps and programs before... the biggest problem is the content is updated so quickly the video soon becomes dated with inaccurate information. The good side of this is companies are always expanding what content and features they offer. The hard side is it makes staying up to date with video reviews a bit challenging. We should probably do a new one again soon. Which programs/apps are you most interested in us reviewing?
@@TreadmillReviewGuru I think for bikes and treadmills, the most popular are peloton, myx, ifit, jrny and echelon's program. In a smaller scale we could consider Samsung, Nike and apple fitness app. Personally, I'm interested about ifit, jrny, myx and echelon. Peloton is a bit too expensive, the equipment and the subscription.
Hello, I am having a hard time choosing between this treadmill and the sole F 63. Which would you guys recommend? I would like to purchase one before the week is over.
We recommend the Sole F63. The 7" screen on the EXP 7i is really quite small and the treadmill itself is not as powerful as the F63.
@@TreadmillReviewGuru thank you so much for the useful information!
Thank you for the reviews!! Does Exp 7i come with any preloaded programs (without iFit membership)? I am debating between this one and Proform Carbon T10 - will the extra 5”
running length on Exp7i (20in x60in) make a big difference compared to T10 ( 20in x 55in) ? I plan to run/jog light to moderate amount.
The EXP 7i comes with pre-loaded workouts, but they are through the "non-subscriber" version of iFit. So you will still need to have an internet connection to stream/use these "onboard" workouts. NordicTrack and ProForm really want you to use iFit so they still have you use the interface of iFit on the console to stream the free workouts. Also, if you have a tall user who is going to be using the machine, then yes the extra 5" will make a difference, but if you don't have anyone over 6' then you should be okay with the ProForm. We hope that makes sense. Let us know what other questions you have.
This looks good… I will mostly use it for incline walking every morning.
That sounds perfect!
Hi! Thank you for the video. I have a question, which one is better the 7i or the 10i? Also can I use either without internet connection? Thank you
We would recommend the 10i over the 7i, just to get a little bit bigger motor and a bigger screen to use. You can use manual mode on these treadmills without an internet connection but every time you get on your treadmill it will ask you to connect to the internet. That may or may not be a deal breaker for you but it's something to think about. Let us know if you have any other questions.
I read that the treadmill will not work at all until you register with iFit, you have to give it a credit card and register before it will even function. Is this true?
Which treadmill would you recommend with 350lb+ capacity as far as best cushioning. Was thinking this of Sole 85 but in the Sole video you said it had only moderate cushion
Sole has moderate cushion compared to the Nordictrack models, but it is certainly more cushioned than outdoor surfaces. If you just plan to walk, you'll be fine with the Sole F85. You could also look at the new Bowflex 10 or Bowflex 22 treadmills. We don't have video reviews for those yet, but they support up to 400lbs and have nice cushioning as well.
www.treadmillreviewguru.com/bowflex-treadmill-10-review
www.treadmillreviewguru.com/bowflex-treadmill-22-review
Any NordicTrack exp 14i review coming soon?
Any NordicTrack EXP 10i review in the works ?
In terms of functionality, is the difference between the EXP 7i and the T8.5s just down to the dampening mechanism?
They're very similar. The Nordictrack 8.5 has been discontinued, so the EXP 7i is the updated model.
Hi. Thank you for this informative video. My husband bought this wonderful treadmill for me for my birthday and I’ve been hinting for a long time 😊. I’m little over weight at 155lbs and love to work it down to 120. Any recommendation, I’m new about using treadmill and love to start ASAP. My question is does this machine run without ifit. What about if I just like to work without the ifit? I would love to start slow first as a beginner then increase it later on after I got the hang of it. Does this machine have pre program video?? Thank you
That is awesome! We're glad you got your machine! Yes you can use manual mode on this treadmill without iFit but if you want to use the "pre-loaded workouts" you still need to have an internet connection via wifi to stream those workouts. When you use the "pre-loaded" workouts, these will still stream from a free version of iFit. If you don't want to use that then you can always just use the manual mode on your treadmill. If you haven't joined already, we're giving away 3 free iFit memberships in the month of August, check out this video to join: th-cam.com/video/dy4UBoRqUAI/w-d-xo.html
Hi. Also I forgot to ask this question. Does it matter if the machine was purchased or financed, will the ifit still free for one? Or does it matter where the machine was purchased from?? Thank you
@@maggiecheungblaize8647 No matter where you purchase the machine from it should still come with 1 free year of iFit.
How does the 10i compare to this model? Looking for a treadmill that won’t shake during hard sprints! Thank you!
Both the EXP 7i and 10i are great treadmills, but they are lighter weight than Nordictrack's Commercial line. You may find they shake a bit during fast speeds. The 1750 is heavier and shouldn't have the same issue. However, the 10i is solid and it isn't going to shift unsafely, you may just notice a bit of movement when sprinting.
Hello and thank you. my question is since i bought this model, does it constantly stay on? Meaning a screen saver until you touch it? I cannot figure out how to power it down without unplugging it. Can you help? Thanks
There is an on/off switch on the front of the treadmill, on the front of the motor hood. It's towards the bottom of the treadmill. Otherwise, yes a screensaver will stay on the screen unless it is turned off or unplugged.
Thank You Very Much!!!
Just got mine and it doesn’t have any Bluetooth bottoms on the machine.
Me and my husband are both about 330. Do you think this treadmill will be okay if we’re just planning on walking? Or should we buy one with a higher weight capacity?
I'd probably recommend a Sole treadmill. The Sole F63 is a good option. It has a 325lb weight capacity and is $999 so it's slightly less than the EXP 7i. You can use an iPad or tablet as a screen on the Sole treadmills. Nordictrack treadmills do offer the best cushioning, but even the higher-end models max at a 300lb weight capacity.
@@TreadmillReviewGuru thank you!
I am really interested in purchasing this model, but can't seem to find the box dimensions to make sure it can fit in my SUV?
What kind of SUV? We don't have the box dimensions either but we could try to give an estimate if it would fit or not.
@@TreadmillReviewGuru Thanks for the reply! Love your videos!! Audi Q3
What heartrate monitor would you recommend to use with this treadmill?
Any Bluetooth enabled chest strap should work fine. It won't pair with ANT+ or Garmin devices
I really love this treadmill but can’t afford it 😭
Do I need an iFit subscription to use this treadmill's features? I don't need a subscription, I just want a fully functional treadmill.
Does the 7i has the capability to share screen to a bigger device (TV, tablet)?
No, unfortunately you can't cast from the screen.
@@TreadmillReviewGuru You can't cast using the privileged mode either?
@@marveano Nordictrack has tightened up on privileged mode - we haven't been able to access that option on more recent machines. I wouldn't bank on being able to use privileged mode as an option. Nordictrack is pushing everyone to just use iFit.
@@TreadmillReviewGuru Thank you for the reply!!! I'm in the market for a decent treadmill, 60" pad, at least 3.75 HP, with a small colored display that I can cast to my smart TV on the wall. Any suggestions?? I'm trying to stay under $1500.
Is this functional without ifit? I like this treadmill but not terribly interested in the Ifit workouts
Yes, it works fine without iFit. You just don't have access to the full library of workout options.
She forgot to mention that you only have the very basic treadmill function without ifit. You cannot see your saved workouts that might have preset intervals until you subscribe. Its still nice treadmill tho but only manual usage without ifit.
is that normal that the deck moves when running? When i called about to ask about this product, they said not good for running, but good for walking and jogging. It seems pretty quiet. I am looking for a home treadmill to walk on year round and use the incline often. Do you recommend this for what I am looking for? They also don't have the 1 yr free of ifit :( it's only 30 days.
Yes it is normal to see the deck moving like it is here when running. It's the deck and cushioning of the deck supporting the weight of the user and absorbing the impact when each foot lands. We recommend the EXP 7i for walking, hiking, and light jogging, so it should work for walking year around and using the incline. Yes, iFit is now available free for the first 30 days. At the time of this review it was free for the first year.
@@TreadmillReviewGuru Thank you. I am trying to decided b/w the NoridicTrack EXP 14i and the Sole F80. Do you have any opinion on which is a better treadmill? I like that the noridcTrack is a little smaller. The sole seems large and we have a small space. If you wouldn't mind letting me know your honest opinion I would appreciate it. thx.
@@sybilpetrey4392 We haven't been on the NordicTrack EXP 14i yet, but treadmills from NordicTrack and Sole are some of our favorites. The Sole F80 is a great and really solid and we expect the EXP 14i to be as well. They both fold up to help save space, too. On which one you should get I think depends on if you want to use subscription content. The EXP 14i uses iFit which has a monthly subscription to access their trainer-led classes and to get full functionality out of the touch screen on the console. The F80 has subscription content but you don't need it to get the most out of the console because it has lower tech. So, if you want to take classes on the touch screen then I suggest the NordicTrack, if you don't want these classes and monthly subscription then I would go with the Sole. Hope this helps!
@@TreadmillReviewGuru Thank you so much. I didn't realize it was that new. Thx so much. I am leaning toward the sole as so many people I know have it and love it too. thx again!
Is treadmill good for 60 year old?
Can you still use it without signing up for iFit membership?
Yes, there are onboard workouts available without a subscription and you can use manual mode.
Hi there i hope you would be able to help me out, im currently debating wether to get this or the proform t10. Which one would be better? I like that the proform have a 10” screen but with the performance will it be the same with exp 7i? Thankyou!
The Carbon T10 and Nordictrack EXP 7i are very similar functionally. To be honest, I'd opt for the T10 simply because the 7" touchscreen on the 7i is really pretty small. It's roughly the size of a large phone and can be hard to see. It's also positioned right in the middle of the console and can be hard for shorter users to see. The Carbon T10 has a 10" touchscreen which is the size of a standard iPad and much easier to see.
This or sole f63...thanks 😊
Sole is better if you don't want subscription content. This has a better console layout. Both are compatible for power and cushioning.
Why is it squeaking?
How do I permanently turn off the Wi-Fi connection to the silly thing oh my God.
I hate devices that try to control my life.
If you go to the top left corner of the screen and click settings, you can turn off the wifi there
It doesn’t even have shock resistance…
First
This treadmill sucks it hooks up to the Wi-Fi and the Wi-Fi connection is so slow I wish I could just turn it off and make an ordinary treadmill out of this thing.
The treadmill parts great it’s this damn slow Wi-Fi connection very annoying
This is the most useless treadmill you can’t get through Nordic tracks computer it’s always down you can never fix it yourself you have to call this one 800 number and go through all kinds of hassle once you find a person they are knowledgable and nice but it’s just not the kind of trouble I want and it’s only on weekdays I can’t use this thing on long weekends I can’t use it after hours I can only use it during business days if I can get through to the sky and I keep asking them to delete everything and just give me an offer in on switch so I can use this thing but they don’t and they won’t so if you want to use the treadmill all the time don’t get one of these get one that has a simple often on switch