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    Seven budget treadmills worth buying

    Buying a treadmill can help you take your workout indoors for the winter. But with a $3,000+ ticket price for premium ones, the cost can be a big investment. Fortunately, some budget models can hold their own while saving you cash.
    Consumer Reports recently tested dozens of treadmills and recommends these seven budget models, all priced from $800 to $1,900.

    NordicTrack C 900
    Price as tested: $1000

    ProForm Power 995
    Price as tested: $1000

    ProForm Performance 600
    Price as tested: $800

    Horizon T203
    Price as tested: $1000

    Sole F63
    Price as tested: $1000

    Horizon T202
    Price as tested: $800

    NordicTrack A2750 PRO
    Price as tested: $1000

    CR's lab tests rated the treadmills on multiple factors, including ease of use, ergonomics, and construction.

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