NordicTrack Commercial 2950 Treadmill Review with 22-inch touchscreen
Overall Score 9.8
2950 TREADMILL REVIEW
Overview
This Nordictrack 2950 model treadmill is an oldie but a real goodie and one of our favorite NordicTrack treadmills, except maybe for the Commercial X22i and X32i incline treadmills. The 2950 a winner for runners and is now available at Amazon – the very durable NordicTrack Commercial 2950 comes powered with iFit with 1 month FREE (a $39 value) where you get access to a wide variety of elite coach-led training, streamed directly to its wide 22-inch HD touchscreen.
No more treks to the gym, you will have access to the best classes that sync with your treadmill, so you don’t have to manually adjust the incline or speed as it matches workout terrain you visually experience on your console. Of course, if you prefer you can always manually make your adjustments plus, for you competitive types, the leaderboard offers a variety of challenges for you to crush your goals. The Nordictrack 2950 treadmill at home will help support achieve your wellness goals whether for fitness or weight loss goals.
With iFit you have 24/7 access to countless on-demand high energy studio and trainer-led destination runs, walk or hikes so you can work-out on your schedule. Run the streets of Paris or mountain trails in Peru, the Grand Cayon or African Savannah. iFit trainers will be with you every step of the way to encourage, motivate and gently push you along to achieve your goals. But you have to do the work.
MEET YOUR iFIT TRAINERS
The wide 22-inch interactive HD touchscreen on the Commercial 2950 treadmill gives you a whole new visual and training perspective ─ with iFit trainers leading the way. Watch the short 1-minute video clip below to see iFit in action.
1 minute snapshop video of iFit trainer Led Treadmill and Cross-Training Classes on the Commercial 2950 treadmill plus see the diverse locations.
your workout just got way Better
WHAT WE LOVE
22” HD touchscreen • 15% Incline • Durable • iFit
With Globe Trekking workouts iFit takes you to awesome destinations beautifully displayed on the wide touchscreen. Your iFit subscription provides elite personal trainers to guide you through cross-training classes, running, hiking and walking workouts trough exotic locations across the globe or build your own routes using the integrated google maps option.
Track your progress and stats on the dashboard via smart phone, desktop or on- screen display.
Change up your work-out and make it more challenging with the negative -3% decline and the 15% incline. When you work out at an incline you can burn a lot more calories in the same amount time plus build stamina.
The Durable 4.25 CHP motor keeps you moving every day even for daily runs over an hour so you can get in those long runs if you want to. We found this treadmill to be well built and is comparatively quiet when in operation. See our recent treadmill buying guide to learn more about features important when selecting a treadmill.
The ability to fold-up the deck and move this tread is smooth and easy to do. A quick tap with your foot and the deck quietly lowers itself back into place or is easily folded-up again to save some space if need be.
WHAT TO KNOW
With Reflex Cushioning you can switch up deck impact cushioning, to what best suits your comfort, from a cushioning feel or to more of a road like feel.
Walk, jog, and run with speeds up to 12 mph with a decline or incline range of negative 3% to 15%.
You can also check your heart rate using the built-in EKG grip sensors.
There are three workout fans built in that automatically match your speed and intensity. A cooling feature many buyers report enjoying.
The treadmill belt and deck is long enough for any size stride, giving a spacey feel while running. The Deck measures out at 22 inches x 60 inches in length.
The Commercial 2950 treadmill comes with a 10 year frame warranty, 2-year parts & electronics warranty, and a 1-year labor warranty.
The Commercial 2950 has Reflex Cushioning options that can increase protection for joints, knees and hips up to 30%
You can switch the suspension from cushioning to feel more like a road surface by toggling the side lever
The Commercial 2950 has the power and the size to accommodate most runners of all heights and strides 4’11” to 6’11”
GOOD TO KNOW
Cross Train with the iFit Classes. Add NordicTrack Speed Weight adjustable Dumbbells that quickly swamp to five different weights
You can add 2 Speed-Weight Adjustable Dumbbells from $299,
you get five dumbbells in one, which means you save time and space as you build muscle. Quickly switch and adjust your dumbbells between 2.5,
5, 7.5, 10, and 12.5-pound dumbbells as you power through your workout.
NordicTrack does provide a 30-day money back guarantee.
The Decks Reflex Cushioning options can help reduce hip, knee & joint stress up to 30% or alternatively switch to simulate real road-like conditions.
POINTS OF DISTINCTION
The Commercial 2950 has a Space-Saver Design so you can fold up the deck and minimize the space the treadmill takes up when not in use.
Choose the training you want with 40 on-board workout apps created by certified professional trainers. Plus, you have iFit.
Destination Workouts around the world, guided by professional elite personal iFit trainers.
Studio Classes offer intense cross-training classes in the comfort of your home gym.
Folding Spacesaver design help to minimize space when your treadmill when not in use. Plus, easy to move around to re-position
iFit provides access to streamed Classes with coach-led training sessions across a wide range of beautiful destinations from New Zealand, Greece, Thailand, Italy, the United States and more
Who Should buy a Nordictrack 2950 treadmill?
People who want a spacious running deck
Those who will use their treadmill often, for a longer periods.
Families or Groups who have multiple users on the machine
Runners who can greatly benefit from the incline range, incline and declines
Multiple users with varying heights - power-adjustable console height
The Commercial 2950 comes with a 22" HD touchscreen powered by iFit. Plus, a folding design for space savings
PRICE OPTIONS
Commercial 2950 Tread $2,425
iFit 1 month subscription included (a $39 Value)
Threshold Shipping to your door
Room delivery & Assembly available for $249
Extended warranty available
SO IN THE END ─ Final thoughts
GOOD VALUE FOR THE MONEY
─ The Commercial 2950 Treadmill, with its 22-inch HD Touchscreen, screams "BUY ME" if you are in the market for a great treadmill. It is durable, hardworking and has a roomy 22-inch x 60-inch deck. With a range of negative -3% to a 15% incline and speeds up to 12 mph, this machine has the power and options to support anyone's running fitness goals at a good price for the value offered. Plus, you get the first month of iFit included. Follow this link to Learn more about — why iFit? with your Nordictrack exercise equipment.
| SCORE BREAKOUT | Points |
|---|---|
| OVERALL SCORE | 9.7 |
| Motor, Rollers, Belt | 9.6 |
| Suspension | 9.6 |
| Deck Size | 9.7 |
| Durability | 9.7 |
| Cool (fans) | 9.6 |
| Customer Service | 9.0 |
| Price | 9.8 |
