Horizon treadmills are produced by Johnson - a well known name in the business. They've been making fitness equipment for over 20 years and have a solid reputation in the industry.
They are the 4th largest maker of fitness equipment in North America.
The T92 is an affordable entry level unit giving you a large 20" x 55" walking area, iPod dock with built-in console speakers, workout fan, adjustable cushioning system for more comfortable walking and 13 built-in workout programs
Is it a good value for you? Here's a quick review to help you decide:
Quick Stats:
Price: $999
Motor: 2.25 HP
Speed: 0.5 - 10 MPH
Incline: 0 - 10%
Treadbelt: 20 x 55"
Folding: Yes
Hand Grip Heart Rate Control
Built In Console Fan
User Weight Capacity: 300 lbs
Warranty: Lifetime on Frame, Lifetime on Motor, 1 year on parts and labor
Strengths:
1) Large 20" x 55" Belt Gives You Extra Room To Move - This is a fairly spacious belt and will give you lots of room to move. It's also one of the larger belts at this price point.
2) Bright LED-Window Backlit Console - The T92 console is attractive, sleek and easy to ready. You get 3 orange backlit LCD windows - which makes it easy to read your workout stats, even if lighting in your workout area is limited. The console also has a built-in fan to help keep you cool during your workout.
3) iPod dock with Built-In Speakers - While this is becoming a fairly standard feature, it's still handy to have and can make your workouts a lot more enjoyable. You can plug in, charge and play your iPod or Mp3 through speakers built into the console.
4) Variable Cushioning - The T92 uses a variable cushioning system. This means there are different levels of cushioning at various points in the belt.
There are high levels of cushioning where your foot hits the belt and firmer cushioning where you push off. This can make for a more comfortable workout - and can even help you work out longer and burn more calories.
5) 12 Workout Programs - This includes goal-based programs (time, distance, calories) or terrain-based programs (manual, hills, intervals, weight loss). You can even create your own customized workout if you want to tailor it to your personal fitness style.
Weaknesses:
While the T92 packs some good value into the price, it's still an economy treadmill. Runners or heavier users may want to step up to a Sole or higher end Smooth with stonger motors, longer belts and more advanced cushioning.
Overall Conclusion: Recommended
The T92 packs a lot of value into a small price. It's built to be more rugged than lower end Horizon units with a stronger base, higher user weight capacity, thicker belt and more advanced user programs.
You don't get a lot of bells and whistles, but you do get a well-built affordable treadmill with a strong warranty.
While it's probably not suitable for frequent, heavy-duty running, if you're looking for strong, affordable alternative to the ICON brands (Proform, Weslo, Image), the Horizon T92 treadmill is worth checking out.
Where To Buy At A Discount:
You can buy the T92 direct from the Manufacturer. For a limited time they're also offering Free Shipping to your home which can save you about $150.
