ProForm Carbon T14

I Recommend this Treadmill For You If:

• You’re looking for a well-built treadmill priced under $1,599.
• You value a large touchscreen.
• You’re more interested in fast walking and jogging than distance running.
• You like interconnected fitness and the iFit app.
• You want a smaller treadmill that can fold easily. 

The ProForm Carbon T14 comes in atop the brand’s Carbon Series with the T10 and T7, offering a solid mid-level treadmill for the average household. Not too big, not too small, it’s just right for the mainstream. 

A folding treadmill with an EasyLift function, the unit is a bit smaller than some of its peers with a 20″ x 55″ walking belt. If you’re preparing for a 5K, then you’ll definitely want a different model, one with a minimum of 20″ x 60″ or better yet, a 22″ x 60″ track. But there’s no question you can burn calories and build muscle even with incline walking and High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) on a shorter unit. At $1,599 the Carbon T14 does come right into that middle zone and there’s little question to the actual machine quality.

As with the shorter track, the unit’s 2.75 CHP motor is perfect for intensive bouts of walking, even for larger folks. To learn more about treadmill motors and determine what best suits your needs, read our in-depth feature here. But aside from that, users get all the other features found on a larger machine. Purchase comes with a 30-day trial of iFit, a program I’ve reviewed here and used extensively. In terms of workout apps, it’s tough to beat. Designed to be used with the iFit Health & Wellness family of machines, from treadmills to strength equipment, the program brings automatic trainer control where users can let the gear adjust resistance quite smartly. Workouts are both live and on-demand, with a library now in the thousands. If participating in live workouts, the trainers can adjust the treadmill resistance from remote locations while you focus on the leaderboard. This program is designed to work with the 14″ Smart HD Touchscreen. One point to consider, this treadmill’s screen will not work with other apps or serve as a television. With the iFit Family Membership plan running $39 per month, my advice on machines like this is if you don’t want the app, pick a different model. Yes, it will work in manual mode without iFit, but you lose the value of the screen and automatic trainer control.

In terms of performance, the treadmill offers an incline maximum of 12% and speeds of 10mph. As a bodybuilder and powerlifter, I happen to like HIIT workouts and hiking trails. These speeds and incline are perfect for that. The machine measures just 73.5″ x 35.2″ x 57.5″ but can support up to 300lbs in user weight. Equipped with dual 2″ Bluetooth speakers, the unit is headphone compatible and can also be used in conjunction with heart rate monitors. It comes with a fan as well as an ISO Flex Cushioning system to help absorb the shock of pounding feet, as well as oversized leveling feet to keep the unit balanced. As a folding treadmill, the Carbon T14 features EasyLift technology and pops right up with a gentle lift. Once locked upright, it’s safely in position, and comes down just as easy. If you’ve never seen how a folding treadmill works, check out our detailed instructions with pictures here.

The ProForm Carbon T14 has a 30-day return policy as well as a 10-year frame warranty, with just one year for parts and labor.

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My Final Verdict:

At $1,599 the ProForm Carbon T14 isn’t my top choice frankly. For that money you should consider the Horizon T202 normally priced at $1,299 but usually one sale for as low as $799. That model has a longer running deck and same sized motor, speed, and incline. The only thing you’ll be trading is the 14″ touchscreen for a smaller 7″ LCD screen. If you’re a ProForm family or really want an iFit machine I can understand. It’s priced all right within the NordicTrack and ProForm lineups but given the shorter track and and parts/labor warranty I’m just not that impressed. The big upside to this model is that it combines a large 14″ screen on a smaller treadmill. Typically you’d be paying more for the screen size. If you need help shopping around, check out our Five Step Treadmill Buyer’s Guide to see other alternatives.

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About the Author

Brian Boyce is an 8X national qualifier in NPC Men’s Bodybuilding and Classic Physique. In addition to bodybuilding, he competes in sanctioned powerlifting meets as well as strongman events. Brian has tested and reviewed numerous products in his own home gym outfitted with commercial equipment on his farm.