8 Best Affordable Treadmills For Walking and Running

Despite how it may look on social media, some days just aren't meant for an outdoor hot girl walk . Maybe the weather is acting up, the daylight has officially left the building, or you'd rather do some cozy cardio indoors. No matter the case, having an at-home treadmill can be a useful backup for when the circumstances aren't acting in your favor.

In fact, you may even come to view a treadmill as your preferred method for walking and running. At-home treadmills are incredibly convenient, allowing you to roll out of bed and exercise on your own time without having to commute or deal with any other gym-goers. But for many, the hefty price tag can be a major barrier.



The good news is that there are several more affordable treadmills on the market, including foldable treadmills , walking pads , and treadmills you can squeeze into smaller spaces. To help you sift through all the available options, we rounded up some of the best cheap treadmills, based on product reviews and testing from PS editors. If you're looking for a way to make exercise more convenient (no matter the weather), an affordable treadmill may be the best investment you could make for yourself (and your home gym ) in 2025.

We made sure to include treadmills for everyone — whether you're a walker, runner, or a casual gym-goer — all for prices that are hard to beat. Read on to shop our picks for the best affordable treadmills. — Additional reporting by Chandler Plante The Best Sports Bras to Stock Up On in the New Year Best Affordable Treadmill For Storage Goplus Folding Treadmill ($250) If space is a priority, this folding treadmill — which reaches a maximum speed of 5 mph — is a great affordable option.

The design is lightweight and sleek enough for you to stow under your bed, desk, or against the wall. "The Goplus Folding Treadmill is absolutely perfect for sliding under my work desk," one reviewer wrote. "Its ultra-thin, foldable design is a lifesaver for my small office space and the installation-free setup means I was up and running in no time.

It's super quiet and smooth, so I can get my steps in without disrupting my work." Best Affordable Treadmill For Work Urevo Walking Pad ($170, originally $190) This walking pad arrives fully assembled, saving you time and energy. It also comes with folding handlebars and wheels in the front that allow for easy mobility and storage.

This treadmill allows a recommended maximum weight of 260 pounds and reaches a speed of 7.5 mph — it even has a flat surface to hold your laptop, making it ideal for walking-while-working. "I can effortlessly move it around and place it under my office desk," one reviewer wrote.

"It's fantastic to be able to walk during some of my meetings, adding a healthy twist to my workday. The remote control and LED display are user-friendly, allowing me to adjust the speed without breaking stride." Best Affordable Treadmill For Incline Walking Sunny Health & Fitness Premium Folding Treadmill ($348) Move up to 0 miles per hour on this folding incline treadmill, ideal for incline walking (12-3-30 anyone?).

This treadmill also has a digital monitor that tracks your progress and pulse and allows you to walk or run at various levels of incline. "I've had this treadmill for a week and it's worked great both for inclined walks and level running," one reviewer wrote. "I don't have as much time to drive to my gym anymore and this gets me moving every day.

I'm super impressed with the quality for the price." Best Affordable Treadmill For Walking Sunny Health & Fitness Compact & Foldable Treadmill ($120, originally $200) Another pick from Sunny Health & Fitness, this treadmill is more compact and lightweight. You can use its LCD monitor to track speed, distance, and calories.

Just note that this particular treadmill is made for walking only. "Perfect small space manual treadmill," one shopper wrote. "Great for small spaces - we currently have it in the living room, which is perfect because I can watch TV while walking and then simply fold it away against the wall when I'm not using it.

Can't [beat] the price for such a perfect and practical investment." Best Affordable Treadmill With Bluetooth Costway SuperFit Treadmill ($280) Not only is this treadmill affordable and compact enough for a small space, but it can also be hooked up through Bluetooth to play music as you walk or run. It even has a powerful and quiet motor that won't disturb surrounding neighbors.

In a previous review , one of our PS editors called it a "wintertime lifesaver," and online shoppers seem to agree. "I recommend as an option to walking or running at home when you don't want to go to [the] gym or outside," one such reviewer wrote. Best Affordable Treadmill For Durability Xterra Fitness Premium Folding Smart Treadmill ($452) For heavy-footed runners, this affordable treadmill is one of the most durable options.

The machine features a large running surface along with an LCD display, three manual incline settings, a speed range of up to 10 miles per hour, and an easy-pull knob for convenient storage. "I've had this treadmill for three or four years now and have been really happy with it," one reviewer wrote. "It doesn't have a ton of features, but at this price point I think it's hard to beat.

" Best Affordable Treadmill For Small Spaces Umay Fitness Home Auto Folding Incline Treadmill ($340) If you need a sturdy treadmill for a smaller space, look no further. This one from Umay is quiet, reliable, and effective for home workouts, with a maximum speed of 8.7 miles per hour.

"I'm thoroughly impressed with this treadmill – its reliable performance, smooth operation, quiet motor, and comfortable walking/running surface made daily workouts enjoyable," one shopper wrote. "I also appreciate its user-friendly interface, convenient features, and space-saving design. The treadmill itself is rock-solid sturdy, handling regular use with ease.

" Jennifer Aniston's Trainer Relies on These 5 Fitness Products For Her Workouts Best Affordable Treadmill For Compactness Sperax Walking Pad ($135, originally $160) Get your steps in from the comfort of your own home with this affordable (and uber-compact) walking pad. This pick from Sperax is both shock-absorbing and noise-reducing, making it a great choice for your next hot girl walk. "This unit is very compact and easy to store away," one reviewer wrote.

"Affordable, compact and quality piece of exercise equipment. Very easy to use also." Haley Lyndes was an assistant editor for PS Shopping where she found and tested the best home, beauty, and fashion products.

She is a graduate of Northern Vermont University and has nearly five years of experience in both written and broadcast journalism. Chandler Plante (she/her) is an assistant health and fitness editor for PS. She has over four years of professional journalism experience, previously working as an editorial assistant for People magazine and contributing to Ladygunn, Millie, and Bustle Digital Group.

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