Precor EFX 427 Elliptical Review
$4,999.00
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How long will the Precor EFX 427 last?
Constructed from steel and aluminum, the Precor EFX 427 weighs a hefty 240 lbs. when fully assembled and is built to last for many years with proper care and maintenance. Users up to a maximum of 350 lbs. have been safely tested to work out on the EFX 427 and it is best suited for moderate to heavy use. Precor covers the EFX 427 with a lifetime warranty on the frame and welds, 10 years on wear items and other parts, 3 years on the console, and 1 year on labor. Keep in mind simply unplugging after use will extend the life of this machine.
Brief Overview
The Precor EFX 427 has a rear drive system and an innovative frame design that enables consumers to enjoy either a total body workout or to solely focus on lower body extremities. It is incredibly well built and comes with stellar warranty coverage by a company that has been in the fitness business for decades. The EFX 427 has won previous accolades from us and remains a winner in our book to this day.
Overall Quality
The Precor EFX 427 has a simple to use console that contains a 5" LCD screen that displays 13 points of interesting workout data along with holding 10 preset programs and 2 individual user ids. It contains a cross ramp design that is unique to Precor allowing both elliptical and stepper ability with an adjustable elevation range of 15-to-40-degrees. This allows users the ability to target multiple muscle groups left lax by standard elliptical machines. The EFX 427 also has the unique ability to convert the moving arms to fixed arms when focusing on lower body workouts and offers 20 levels of resistance to raise intensity each exercise session. Other amenities include a water bottle holder and integrated reading rack.
Things we like
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✓stellar warranty
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✓15-to-40-degrees
Things we dislike
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Xnot Preva® network capable
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Xonly 2 user settings
Specs
| Console | 5" High Contrast LCD |
| Contact Heart Rate | Yes |
| Dimensions | 84" x 31" x 67" |
| Power | 120V, 50/60 Hz |
| CrossRamp® Technology | With Precor patented adjustable CrossRamp® technology, you can alter the height of the elliptical path your foot travels. Called Variable Stride Geometry™, this allows you to focus on a specific muscle group or all major lower-body muscle groups, so you can work the muscles you want, when you want. |
| CrossRamp® Movement | Motorized variable |
| CrossRamp® Elevation Range | 15° to 40° |
| CrossRamp® Number of Levels | 1 to 20 |
| Ramp Material | Precision extruded, anodized aluminum |
| Handlebars | Moving and Fixed, for total-body workout |
| Resistance System | Electromagnetic Eddy Current |
| Resistance Resistance Levels | 20 |
| Reversible Pedal Rotation | Yes |
| Pedal Locking Pin | Yes |
| Storage | Oversized water bottle holder, 2 remote control/phone holders, magazine holder |
| Console Type | High contrast blue-white LCD. Acrylic overlay. |
| CrossRamp and Resistance Changes | Tap style Dome Keys |
| User IDs | User IDs allow you to quickly retrieve the most recent workout and also lets you select the default workout duration and provides the most accurate calories and target heart rate calculations. A great option for households with more than one user, so you each can store your preferences. |
| Number of User IDs | 2 |
| Options Key | Yes, DURING your workout, “Workouts" key lets you change your workout type and “Enter" lets you change your duration, age and weight. |
| Units Selection | Metric or U.S. Standard |
| Preset Workouts | 1-1 Interval, 1-2 Interval, Weight Loss, Basic HRC, Aerobic, Hill Climb, Cross Country, Gluteal, Cross Trainer, Manual |
| Number of Preset Workouts | 10 |
| Accelerator Workouts | Aerobic, Hill Climb, Cross Country, Gluteal, Cross Trainer Workout Feedback Metrics |
| Number of Metrics Available During Workout | 13 |
| Workout Summary Metrics | Time Elapsed, Total Calories, Total Distance, Average Strides/Min |
| Number of Workout Summary Metrics | 4 |
| iPod®/iPhone® Compatibility | Volume control, Android Compatibility Volume control |
| Tablet holder | Yes with SmartGrip™ holder |
| Equipment Settings | Default workout time, Max workout time, Max pause time, max cool down time, Configuration (model), Max CrossRamp |
Warranty
Lifetime frame and welds 10-year parts and wear items 3-year console, 1-year labor
History
The Precor EFX 427 was our 2nd place 2021 Best Buy Winner in our $4,000 and Up price range and was our 2019 Runner-Up Slot Winner among our $4,000 and Up Best Buys. We invite you to see our elliptical reviews to help you narrow your search for your next fitness machine.
Conclusion
The Precor EFX 427 is a sturdy, well-built elliptical that would fit nicely into any residential setting and is designed to last for many years’ worth of workout delight. While not exactly suited for the budget-conscious consumer, it is a worthy investment for anyone looking to focus on performance and reaching higher levels of fitness health.