Horizon T102 Review (2025 Model)

Written by Brian Boyce, CPT

Brian Boyce, CPT

Bodybuilder and Nutritionist

The Horizon T202 has a user-friendly interface. Photo by TreadmillReviews.net.

The Horizon T202 features both a 7″ LCD screen and handy media rack. Photo by Horizon

The Horizon T202 features easy to use controls. Photo by Horizon

Horizon T102 vs Similar Treadmills

Our editors have put together a quick comparison of the T101 versus competitors to help you with your buying decision.

The Horizon T102 is a standout budget-friendly treadmill priced at $799. This unit is terrific for light workouts and walking, although depending on your own size you can definitely take it for a run. I’ve jogged on this model and found it quite stable. Key features include incline settings, Bluetooth speakers, five workout programs, and a lifetime warranty on the frame and motor.

Despite the smaller size, the T102 brings solid roller size with 60/42mm cylinders, and 0.7″ thick deck. For heavier-duty options, check out Horizon’s Studio series. Don’t forget to review our Five Point Buying Guide to learn what to look for in a treadmill.

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In Brief

The 2025 Horizon T202 is a mid-level treadmill with a lot going for it. Measuring 76″ x 34″ x 527″ at a weight of just 187 pounds, the unit folds up 48″ x 34″ x 62″ and sports up to 325 pounds in user weight. With a 20″ x 60″ deck, it’s suitable for jogging, walking, and I’ve found it terrific for hikes. This unit also has a 7.25″ LCD screen with data readout including calories, distance, heart rate, incline, speed, and time. With Bluetooth speakers and an Audio In/Out Jack, the machine comes with a USB charging port, fan, and media shelf with tablet-holder. Built-in programs include Calorie, Distance, Fat Burn, Hill Climb, Intervals, and Manual. Heartrate can be monitored via pulse sensors in the handlebars or Bluetooth, and readout can be seen on LED screen. The unit inclines up to 12% and features a maximum speed of 12 miles per hour. Definitely a bring-your-own screen model, the T102 sports a great media rack for tablets and phones, which is what I’d expect for $799. What does surprise me is the lifetime warranty on the motor and frame.

Horizon T202 Treadmill (2025) - Key Specs:

In-Depth Review of the Horizon T102

Why We Like It

It Comes With A User-Friendly Console

In my experience, people shopping for a $799 treadmill aren’t expecting a large, 16″ high-definition touchscreen such as you’d find on the NordicTrack Commercial 1750, which retails for about $2,500. With a built-in media shelf for either a smartphone or tablet, I’ve found this one to be quite stable. Given that the T202 is Bluetooth, you can work out with any program you want using the media rack and a tablet. Built-in workout programs include Calorie, Distance, Fat Burn, Hill Climb, Intervals, Manual and the data can be read on a 7.25″ LCD screen with calories, distance, heartrate, incline, speed and time. Other console features include Bluetooth speakers, USB charging port, and fan.

Easy to Manage Frame

The T102 is a smaller treadmill which weighs only 187 pounds and measures just 76″ x 34″ x 57″ when fully assembled. This treadmill also folds easily with the touch of your finger, and when I’ve used it that action happens in a matter of seconds. The deck locks securely into place when folded upright and you can wheel that unit around easier than a cabinet. One of the reasons the unit is so light is the deck is 0.7″ thick and it has 1.8″ rollers. On a more expensive unit like the $1,999 Horizon 7.8 AT you’ll see a 0.8″ thick deck and 2.4″ rollers. Of course that’s a much heavier machine, too. In using the T102 I’d say you can get a terrific walking or hiking workout and, if you’re a smaller user, perhaps a good run. But the overall value here is that this unit is small and easy to manage.

The Horizon T202 is a budget-friendly folding treadmill. Photo by Horizon

User-Friendly Controls

Everything on the T102 is designed for ease of use. There’s very little to have to learn here. From the heartrate sensors in the handlebars, to the speed controls, this treadmill can be used by anyone. In reviewing treadmills over the years, I’ve seen friends struggle with some of the more advanced machines in terms of apps and programming. For folks like that who simply want to climb on exercise, the T102 is a go-to.

The Horizon T202 sports a 12% incline. Photo by Horizon

Folding Frame Is Easy to Maintain and Clean

If there’s one thing I’ve noticed over the years of reading consumer complaints, it’s just how much maintenance matters. Quite a few people write in concerning of a treadmill which quizzically stops working after a few years of heavy usage, and it turns out, they’ve not lubricated the deck even once. If this is you don’t feel lonely. I’ve been using treadmills for years, but until I started reviewing them, I didn’t know how to lube them either. The most obvious benefit I see to folding treadmills is just how easy they make the maintenance process from belts to alignment. The Horizon T102 folds up so so easily a user of any age and strength level can do it. When fully assembled, the unit measures 76″ x 34″ x 57″ and yet when folded it’s 48″ x 34″ x 62″.

Unique Zone Cushioning System

The Horizon 3-Zone Cushioning System offers a different level of support at each of the three spots in which you’ll be placing your foot to better accommodate for impact. This can help reduce stress on the joints by up to 45%. Studies such as this one in the Journal of Gait and Posture affirm the value of treadmill cushioning when it comes reducing stress-related injuries. This is particularly true when moving at higher rates of speed. As someone who’s clogged along on the treadmill I can attest to the value of a cushioning system, and the Horizon’s 3-Zone system makes sense given the movement of the feet.

Horizon treadmills incorporate a unique 3-zone cushioning system.

What We Don’t Like:

• Motor: The T102’s 2.75 CHP motor is suitable for walking and jogging but won’t cut it for hardcore runners. What’s more, it only supports speeds up to 12 mph. You might find that a machine with a larger motor will provide a smoother experience.
• Lighter unit: This treadmill only weighs about 187 pounds. That’s great for the right person, but even though it sports a 325-pound user max, if you’re a larger runner I’d consider the Horizon 7.0AT.

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I Recommend This Treadmill For You If:

• You’re looking for an entry-level treadmill for less than $800.
• You want a treadmill with a lifetime warranty on the frame and motor.
• You want a treadmill with built-in workouts.
• You’re new to fitness and want to focus on light to moderate workouts or walking routines.

My Verdict:

The T102 is a perfect treadmill for those beginning their fitness journey or for those who want light to moderate workouts. It’s easy for me to recommend the T102 to just about any of my clients on a budget with the variety of programming options. The Fat Burn program is excellent for weight loss clients while my endurance athletes enjoy the My First 5K, Distance, and Heart Rate training. Bluetooth speakers make streaming your motivating workout playlists seamless, and the warranty offers good coverage for the cost.

That said, another little gem a lot of folks don’t know about is the ProForm Trainer 8.7, which is marketed through Costco, which can also be found for under $700. Roughly the same size as the Horizon T101 in terms of its 20″ x 55″ deck and 2.75 CHP motor, this unit comes iFit-enabled and with a 7″ touchscreen. 

A few comparisons here to show you how tough that entry-level treadmill market is. Consider the T101 is priced under $700 and you’ll see why it’s tough to beat for the money:

Works Cited

1. Effects of Treadmill Cushion and Running Speed on Plantar Force and Metabolic Energy Consumption in Running. Journal of Gait and Posture. March, 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.gaitpost.2019.01.024

Why You Should Trust Our Review Of The Horizon T102

At TreadmillReviews.net, we bring you comprehensive reviews of treadmills so you can decide which one is right for you. Our staff thoroughly test all the treadmills we review. We install them, walk on them, run on them, and try out all of the features. We get to know each and every treadmill we review extremely well. Our reviewers log miles on the deck. We listen and record the sound of the motor, we test and measure the incline/decline, try out all aspects of the console and try the treadmill’s features.

Every treadmill we review undergoes the same rigorous process. That way we can compare and contrast them and give you an honest review of what we think. This particular treadmill has been around for many years, and we’ve done previous reviews of the Horizon T101. So, in this review, we also compared it to the previous models.

Our reviewers are treadmill and fitness experts. Brian, the author of this review, is a competitive bodybuilder, and is a 7-time national qualifier in both men’s bodybuilding and classic physique within the NPC competitions. He has coached and been coached on cardiovascular training, HIIT, and nutrition, particularly as it pertains to weight loss for competitions. He is an expert at treadmills, has been on this treadmill, and you can trust his opinion on all of the treadmills he reviews.