Of course, this can also be measured using your usual wearable tech but if you don’t have a step tracker then this feature could come in handy. Also, With this walking pad, you have access to detailed fitness data which you’ll be able to access through your Mi companion app. This leads to a comfier ride as well as a quieter one, but it does also mean that you’ll have a lot more material to pack away if you don’t want it at your desk all the time. 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.

You can scroll through an infinite loop of young women saying “so I saw these walking pads on TikTok and decided to get one for myself. However, just as we have Ketchup and Biros plenty of derivatives, so too has the market grown around the original WalkingPad.Stability and Max Weight Capacity: Under-desk treadmills aren’t as heavy-duty as fitness treadmills and usually have a lower weight capacity. The Xiaomi Walking Pad has a multi-layer design with a smooth layer, friction layer, EVA cushioning layer, and a walking belt. Most are incredibly safe, with absorbent belts, so they won’t hurt you or wear your joints down, no matter how much you use them. It does not come with a battery for the remote and is not terribly clear on this point in the type of battery required.

The OppsDecor walking pad compact flat folding underbed treadmill comes with innumerable benefits including increased productivity and energy levels, and weight loss. Finally, our team loves that this treadmill can connect to its very own app, so you can track your daily steps and progress from the palm of your hand (aka, your phone). What's more, this tread also comes with multiple safety functions like overload protection, child lock (this one's for you, parents), automatic standby, and a safety bar you can attach for better balance. Under-desk treadmills may be popping up all over your social media feeds—and they've gone viral for a reason. We pay attention to how stable the treadmill feels and assess whether the sound is distracting or disruptive.I like the easy feature buttons on the stand-up handle (though it would be great if they were lit up or contrasted a little brighter), but the remote function works well when you don’t want to use the handle. In total, we tested ten under-desk treadmills, but only seven made it on our final list of recommendations. Adam Schram is an Assistant Editor of Commerce at Runner's World, though you might see his byline on Bicycling and Popular Mechanics, too. Gabi began her journalism career as a Digital Editorial Fellow for Runner’s World and Bicycling Magazine, and has since advanced to a Runner's World Editor specializing in commerce. If you’re not a standing desk person, the Treadwell Compact is a great option since it’s meant to be used when you’re sitting down.

Other additional features you’ll love include the easy-to-use console, built-in speakers, and the preset programs for guided intense workouts. Egofit’s Walker Pro-M1 Under Desk Treadmill’s compact design, quiet and easy operation, and extra features make it an easy pick for our best overall spot. Additional features you will enjoy include the safety switch for when you want to get off the walking pad in a hurry, transport wheels for mobility, and easy-to-use remote for controlling speed. The major selling point of this treadmill is that it has intelligent speed control, changing speed by tracking the human motion trajectory (pretty high-tech stuff, right?I mean if you are a health freak, you can literally take this device wherever you go and use it perfectly well. These features also make the treadmill whisper quiet, so you can workout without disturbing your roomies or fam. They’ve showcased their industrious nature and creativity through the various smart products they’ve launched over the years. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your devices and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests.