Elliptical Trainer Review

Smooth CE 7.4 Elliptical Review

Smooth CE 7.4 Elliptical Trainer
Manufacturer Smooth Fitness
Price Est. $1999 (w/ shipping)
Compare To Smooth CE 3.2 Elliptical
Sole E95 Elliptical
Sole E75 Elliptical
Recommended
No
Reason Smooth 3.2 and Sole E95 better values
Special Features patented motion, braking system, pivoting pedals
# of Programs Adjustable Resistance Heart Rate Monitor? Upper Body Handlebars? Warranty
8 Yes/Magnet Yes/Pulse Yes Lifetime

Smooth CE 7.4 Elliptical Trainer

The Smooth CE 7.4 Elliptical Trainer is the top of the line elliptical offered from Smooth and sits above the Smooth 2.1 elliptical and the Smooth 3.2 elliptical.

Billed as a commercial elliptical trainer, the Smooth 7.4 has a high user weight rating of 350 pounds that far exceeds most any elliptical machine in the under $2000 price range.

There are also upgrades that add to the performance of the Smooth 3.2, including an improved LED display console and additional 1" stride length that pushes the overall stride length to 19" which is pretty respectable...

Smooth CE 7.4 Elliptical Key Benefits and Specs:

  • Nine Programmable User Profiles
  • Wireless Heart Rate Monitor
  • Upgraded LCD Display w/ Dot Matrix
  • Electromagnetic Braking System
  • Heavy Gauge Oval Steel Frame
  • Nine Challenging Preset Programs
  • Sixteen Resistance Levels for forward and reverse motion
  • Tilt and Go Wheels for easy mobility
  • Ergonomic, Pivoting Foot Pedals
  • 350 Pound User Weight Capacity
  • Lifetime Frame and Electromagnetic Brake warranty

One thing I'll say for the Smooth 7.4 is, it's a nice elliptical machine that's pretty close to club level quality, and I do like the upgraded display.

I can also appreciate the higher user weight limit of 350 pounds (higher user weight limits are a good sign of build quality and stability)....

But I don't believe the upgrades on the Smooth 7.4 are worth the extra $400 dollar investment above similar machines in this price range.

If you're considering buying the Smooth 7.4 elliptical trainer, take a closer look at the Smooth CE 3.2 and the Sole E95 as both are good alternatives for a much better price...

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