Some models, like WalkingPad’s P1 Foldable Walking Treadmill, fold up to fit under your desk; most have wheels, making them easy to move across the room and tuck away. We also like that stats—including speed, steps, and distance—are displayed on the remote rather than on the treadmill's display, which keeps us from craning our necks to see the data. Most under-desk treadmills will top out at around 7 miles-per-hour, though some can go faster than that.

We analyzed each tester’s insights and assigned every under-desk treadmill a score that accurately reflects their ratings and comments. We found this walking pad very easy to set up: After unboxing, we downloaded the app, registered our information, and were ready to go within five minutes.

At just 220 pounds, this weight capacity certainly wouldn’t make this the most inclusive under-desk treadmill. She has a double degree in English and Media and Communication from Muhlenberg College where she also ran cross country and track. This means that you can make the most of this walking pad in the workplace or even at home while watching TV or listening to music. Although you won’t want to move it long distances too often, you’re able to fold it up and roll it behind your sofa or appliances – a major win for small spaces.

These neat under-desk treadmills can help to rebalance all your stagnant sitting and standing, helping you fit more movement into your work days.Quieter and more compact than fitness treadmills, the best walking pads should still deliver similar sturdiness and ease of use to let you walk confidently and safely.

Some come with attached transport wheels while others don’t, so be sure to check on this factor ahead of time. They either aren't powerful enough or don't have built-in handles," said test panelist Mike Richard. If your job requires a lot of time sitting at a desk, there’s a good chance you have difficulty reaching your daily step goal. Easy and small enough to slot under your dresser or bed (it has wheels), we found this super convenient as an under-desk treadmill.

You don't want an under-desk treadmill to be a piece of equipment that's going to take up a lot of space in your house," she says. As you’re doing this, you can clearly see your speed, the time you’ve been exercising, the distance you’ve gone and the calories burned. I was able to easily utilize the included transport wheels to move my machine into the living room to watch television. However, the app was a little glitchy during our testing period, which made it more difficult to use.