Horizon Elite E7 Elliptical Review
$2,099.00
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How long will the Horizon Elite E7 last?
The Horizon Elite E7 is tailored for light to moderate use and will last several years, if not more with proper care and maintenance. It has a stout 214 lb. fully assembled weight and holds a brawny 325 lbs. of workout capacity. The Elite E7 is covered with a generous lifetime warranty on the frame, 5 years on the brake and parts, and 1 year on labor. It is important to remember unplugging after use will increase the life of this machine.
Brief Overview
The Horizon Elite E7 is a robust indoor fitness machine that would work best in a dedicated workout space in a climate-controlled area. It is chock-full of quality elements and backed by a decent warranty from a phenomenal parent company. The Elite E7 has both functionality and a hint of technology combined in an affordable elliptical machine that is a great investment for those looking to increase their level of fitness health.
Overall Quality
The Horizon Elite E7 is set up with ViaFit™ connectivity for transferring workout data to 3rd party apps and is Passport™ ready for those wanting to trek in different locales during exercise sessions. There is an 8.5” wide blue LCD screen that displays 10 points of performance information and holds a whopping 42 built-in programs to urge consumers ever onward toward higher fitness goals. The Elite E7 has a 20” stride length allows users of most heights to comfortably train on oversize pedals and ergonomic moving handlebars for a total body, low impact workout. Designed with a front drive system, the Elite E7 holds a 23 lb. flywheel that operates smoothly between 20 levels of electronically controlled resistance. Insert a 10-degree incline and exercise reaches the utmost intensity levels every time.
Things we like
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✓great warranty
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✓sturdy frame
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✓chest strap included
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✓20” stride
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✓10-degree incline
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✓42 built-in programs
Things we dislike
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Xcould have a touchscreen in this price range
Specs
| Frame Type | SixStar Non-Folding |
| Flywheel | 23 Lbs |
| Stride Length (inches) | 20 |
| Incline Range | 20 levels, 0-100% |
| Resistance Range | Magnetic, 20 levels |
| Step on Height (inches) | 10 3/4" |
| Extras | Built-in Speakers, Fan, Tablet Rack, Water Bottle Holder |
| Johnson Exclusive Technologies | SixStar™ Frame |
| Electrical Requirements | 120V to 60Hz. Not compatible w/ GFCI outlets. |
| Weight | 194 Lbs |
| Assembled Dimensions (L x W x H) | 76"x 24"x 65.5" |
| Shipping Dimensions | 52"x 23"x 31" |
| Estimated Shipping Weight | 220 Lbs |
| Max User Weight | 325 |
| Bluetooth Enabled | Yes |
| Speakers | Yes |
| USB Port | Yes |
| Display | 16 Digit Alphanumeric LED, 7"LCD Screen, Free Training App that Interfaces with Machine |
| Programs | 5K, Calorie, Custom, Distance, Fat Burn, Hill Climb, Manual, Target HRT |
| Workout Feedback | Calories, Distance, Heart Rate, Incline %, Speed, Time |
Warranty
Home Warranty - Frame: Lifetime
Home Warranty - Brake: Lifetime
Home Warranty - Flywheel: 1 year
Home Warranty - Parts: 3 years
Home Warranty - Labor: 1 year
History
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Conclusion
The Horizon Elite E7 is an all-around quality workout machine that is affordable and covered with an incredibly generous warranty. It is tailored for residential use and contains many amenities to help users reach fitness goals. While the lack of a touchscreen is disappointing, the ability to transfer data to 3rd party apps along with all the other commercial-grade elements make the Elite E7 a worthy investment for most levels of fitness enthusiasts.