We recently bought the NordicTrack Commercial 1750. I wanted to share my experience deciding on this treadmill, building it, using it with/without iFit, and how loud the sound is. We live in an apartment, so sound/disturbing the neighbors was a big concern. I hope my review is helpful for you:
I love running on a treadmill; I actually prefer it to run outside. With a treadmill, you have the convenience of walking/running in the comfort of your own home. You have control of your environment, and don’t have to worry about external factors. I bought the ProForm Pro 2000 a few years ago and loved it so much but when we moved, I had to leave it behind.
My physical activity had gone way down since the stay-at-home orders. Our building’s fitness center closed and I only occasionally went for runs outside. I was starting to feel really bad and knew I needed to make a change.
NordicTrack Commercial 1750
I researched a lot of treadmills before deciding on the NordicTrack Commercial 1750. I kept seeing either amazing reviews or terrible reviews, so I was nervous about making such a big purchase. But I figured most people only post reviews if they are feeling strongly about something — so either they loved it or they hated it. Ultimately, it was the NordicTrack warranty that made me feel confident in my purchase.
Warranty
The 1750 has a 10-year frame warranty, a 2-year parts warranty, and a 1-year labor warranty. NordicTrack is owned by ICON Health & Fitness which doesn’t have the best reputation for customer service, but it’s the same company who makes ProForm. I had no issues with my ProForm Pro 2000 and felt like it was good quality, so I decided to make the purchase.
1750 features
- Folding Treadmill
- Cushioned deck
- Long and Wide Tread Belt (22″ x 60″)
- 10″ HD touchscreen
- OneTouch Speed (0-12 mph) and Incline (0-15%) controls
- Decline 0-3%
- 3.75 CHP DurX Commercial Plus engine
- Dual AutoBreeze workout fans
- 1 year iFit free
Buying the 1750
Like I mentioned, I researched a lot about which treadmill would work for me. Some of my main concerns when researching were:
- Sound — we live in apartment, and I didn’t want to be the rude neighbor stomping on a loud treadmill all day
- Space — our apartment is small. I wanted a treadmill that would fit without taking over the entire place
- Technology — I didn’t want a lot of bells and whistles; I just like some built-in fans, and a large viewing screen to track my progress.
- Durability/Sturdiness — I didn’t want a flimsy machine that might skip while I run, or vibrate really hard when I change inclines
The NordicTrack 1750 looked like a good fit for what I wanted. It has a quiet motor, it can fold up when not in use, it does have some technology fluff that I don’t really need, but the screen is big and the fans are perfect. And number 1, it’s super durable and strong feeling.
Cost
When I ordered my NordicTrack Commercial 1750, it was $2040 (including tax and shipping). Check here for the current price:
1750 Delivery
My NordicTrack Commercial 1750 was delivered three days after we ordered it. Usually, they would just leave it in the lobby/entry of an apartment complex but I knew it would be too hard for us to try to get it to our door. The box is 339lbs and it’s gigantic. We arranged with the local delivery company to bring it inside our apartment.
1750 Assembly
I had already cleared the area where I wanted the treadmill to go, and prepped the floor and got my surge protector ready. I had assembled my ProForm by myself, so I felt confident that I could build the 1750. Once we moved the base (two people required) to the area, I started building. The console is a lot larger and heavier than I expected, so I needed help with that, and also with installing the hydraulic bar underneath. It took me 4 hours to complete the assembly.
I had a hard time with some of the screws. The instructions say not to use power tools to avoid stripping the screws or over-tightening, but that would have made it easier. I think I also struggled a bit because I was working in a tight space. If you have more room all around your treadmill, you’ll probably have a much easier time.
1750Construction
The 1750 feels super strong and sturdy. It has fully reinforced steel beams underneath, and a 3.75 CHP motor. When I’m on the treadmill, it feels really solid. The belt is long, wide, and 2-ply with a texture grip on the top. I feel confident with each step and don’t feel like the belt is going to skip. There are two 2.5″ balanced rollers in the front and the back, so that the tread belt moves evenly.
The 1750 folds up to save space, and there are wheels in the front so you can wheel it around while it’s folded. It has special cushioning in the deck that you can adjust to be more firm or soft, to be more comfortable on your joints. There is a storage tray underneath the console which can hold a lot, but it is far enough back that it doesn’t get in your way while you run.
1750 Console
The console on the 1750 is really large. There are two built-in fans that have three settings of intensity. There are speakers underneath that can sync to your bluetooth device and pay your music, or just play the treadmill’s sounds. The incline/decline controls are to the left, and the speed controls are on the right. Just above the fans are the fan controls, volume controls, and an aux-in port.
There are EKG grips built-in, but they are notoriously inaccurate and really shouldn’t even be mentioned. Underneath the fans are ‘start’ and ‘stop’ buttons, and incremental incline and speed buttons.
A large cup holder is on either side of the console which is usually where I put my phone, and my hydroflask. Right in the middle is the 10″ HD touchscreen. From the screen you can navigate any iFit workouts, or a manual workout. There is a slight ledge on the console dash that can hold a book, an iPad, or your phone.
Using the NordicTrack Commercial 1750 Treadmill
When you first use your 1750, the screen prompts you to connect to Wi-Fi and check for any updates. My treadmill had a pretty big update, and then I calibrated the incline (which was super loud).
The console is at a nice height. I feel really in control of everything and the screen is really large. I’m not sure why a camera is built into the screen — why would I ever want to be on camera while I’m sweaty and running? I covered mine with a sticker.
There are a lot of pages you can scroll through with different iFit workouts, free/built-in workouts, and a button for manual start.
Using the 1750 Without iFit
My old treadmill, the ProForm Pro 2000, had iFit workout programs but I never used them. I used to just do a manual workout and watch virtual runs (these are my favorite) on my iPad. The NordicTrack 1750 has a huge 10″ HD touchscreen and they really want you to use iFit. I wanted to see what functionality the treadmill had without iFit (even though it comes with a free year’s subscription). So, for 2 weeks, I exercised without any premium iFit features.
iPad Holder / YouTube
I like just listening to my music and running at a set pace. There was no fancy video screen on my ProForm so I got used to looking at my progress bar on the virtual track. With the 1750, there isn’t an iPad holder, or a way for you to use the console’s screen to watch YouTube or the internet.
There is a little ledge on the console where you can rest your iPad, but it’s just a little too low for me. I need my screen to be a little higher to be comfortable. If the actual console screen could do YouTube, it would be perfect. I think I can get a separate iPad holder and attach it near my treadmill for a better viewing angle.
Built-in workouts
Even if you don’t subscribe to iFit, you get access to a variety of iFit workouts built-in. I’m not sure if these built-in workouts rotate throughout the year, but there is a good amount of variety.
So far, I’ve done a google maps workout at Lake Louise in Alberta, and a walk/run interval workout in Portugal. The google maps workout was just basically a slideshow of Lake Louise on the screen and the incline changed to match the terrain. The walk/run workout had a trainer talk you through the workout plan while also sharing facts about the location. I did enjoy having a trainer encourage me and prepare me for the changes in the program. As the terrain changed or the trainer switched between walking and running, the treadmill adjusted to match.
The free iFit programs built-in are really just there to get you to subscribe to the full annual membership (which is ~$400!). For example, the built-in walk/run workout I did was the first in a series. But subsequent workouts in that series are iFit membership-only.
