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The 5 Best Expert-Approved Treadmills for Running and Walking

CNET · May 10, 2026, 12:00 PM

Key takeaways

  • If you don t like sacrificing your running routine in the colder months, a treadmill is a great alternative to have on hand.
  • Best treadmill overall NordicTrack X24 $2,999 at NordicTrack 9.2/10 CNET Score CNET Score CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services.
  • Why we like it: The NordicTrack X24 is one of NordicTrack s newest treadmills, which stood out to me because of its 40% incline capabilities.

If you don t like sacrificing your running routine in the colder months, a treadmill is a great alternative to have on hand. As someone who enjoys running outdoors, I appreciate having the option to run indoors on rainy or snowy days so I don t have to sacrifice my running routine. However, you don t need to be a runner to reap the benefits of a treadmill. If you enjoy walking, rucking (walking with a weighted pack on your back), hiking, jogging or interval training, you can get the most out of having a treadmill in your home. It also increases your chances of getting a workout in regularly as you don t have to leave your house to go to a gym.

Best treadmill overall NordicTrack X24 $2,999 at NordicTrack 9.2/10 CNET Score CNET Score CNET provides expert, unbiased reviews of products and services. When we assign a score, we use a scale of 1-10. Each product we score is evaluated by criteria specific to its category with most assessing pricing, quality, features and performance.

Why we like it: The NordicTrack X24 is one of NordicTrack s newest treadmills, which stood out to me because of its 40% incline capabilities. Usually, treadmills incline, but this one was designed with the highest incline to let you enjoy a variety of workouts, including hiking. It also has a minus 6% decline if you want to change up that variation.

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