If there were ever one treadmill that I could put inside the holy sanctum of my home, without a doubt, it would be the Technogym Run. This marvel of engineering, with its whisper-quiet motor and luxuriously cushioned running deck, offers unfettered access to a practically unsurpassed range of follow-along workouts. But excellence like that doesn’t come cheap; this is the most expensive piece of fitness apparatus I’ve ever had the pleasure of using.
This 27-inch touchscreen is a feast for the eyes, far much greater than my actual television. Meanwhile, the 30-watt audio system wipes clean any memory of the tinny speakers that have forever plagued treadmills. The slatted belt, equipped with advanced sensors, keeps tabs on nuanced metrics such as cadence and flight time. But, be it these or other luxurious extras, it was none of these that most captured my attention.
The real treasure, though, is the huge range of classes on offer: far more than just basic runs and interval classes, it includes instructor-led skills and drills, power-building workouts using the machine’s built-in sled feature, and a whole collection of off-treadmill classes such as strength, yoga, and Pilates. That makes everything Broad invaluable to someone serious about improving running—or overall fitness.
One bootcamp actually took me through rotations on the treadmill into some dumbbell exercises to build strength and endurance—all within a quick 30-minute period. One class alternated between running and sled pushes to drive home the power needed for speed work. Another class allowed me to take a leisurely walking tour of an adorable little Italian town, gently prodding me toward my daily goal of 10,000 steps.
This vast and ever-growing library of classes, curated by Technogym and updated daily, not only helped tailor my workouts but made the workout sessions on the machine enjoyable, so much that I kept coming back for more. While also doing my normal weekend long runs, my overall mileage shot up and, hence, the number of times I could run on this machine. So, if you need a premium machine and budget is not an issue, I would not hesitate to recommend the Technogym Run.
Technogym Run: Price and Release Date
This machine, launched in 2023 as “the first treadmill for both cardio and strength training” – thanks to its in-built sled function – has an MSRP of $11,850 in the US or £10,340 in the UK, which works out at around AU$18,000. This puts it well beyond our second-choice treadmill – the still pricy NordicTrack Commercial 2950 ($3,708 / £2,699 / AU$5,113) – and into a whole other stratosphere compared with most commercial exercise machines available.
This is besides the point, of course, and Technogym Run actually includes a lifetime of its branded app in the price, a feature that many of its competitors cannot boast of. If that weren’t the case, though, this is the sort of machine squarely aimed at the deep of pocket user that wants the absolutely best exercise equipment you can buy. Value score: 3/5
Technogym Run: Design
It’s a behemoth of a machine: spanning 78 inches in length, 33 inches in width, 69 inches in height, this thing weighs a giant 456 pounds—obviously needs a dedicated home gym space. Moving it around just won’t do. But, like all things from an Italian brand, it’s a worthy piece to treasure, with some aesthetics that can be called very good by treadmill standards.
The big frame has a practical side to it as well, as this large size offers a wide, cushioned belt that is comfortable to run on for even the huskiest of guys; yes, even me, a 6′ 3″ guy and weighing in at 210 pounds on a good day. The machine, according to the manufacturer, runs at about 57 dB at around 6 miles per hour, despite its size and powerful 7.78 horsepower motor.
Essentially, the Technogym Run does everything one would ask for and a whole lot more. In the hours I spent testing, I came across loads of really clever and useful little features.
Sturdy handlebars on the sides and across the front of the machine are perfect not only for the sled push function; the slatted belt has a nice grip with just a smidge of springy, track-like feel about it. The addition to the machine houses sensors for the more-detailed metrics possible with this machine than the average treadmill: cadence, running power, step length, flight time, and contact time measurements.
To the right of the handlebars, there is a lever that you can use for speed settings, and vice versa, for the inclination. As you would guess, each lever is ringed with light that lights up to forecast the next adjustment or the ongoing one, all this time considering the commensurate stride changes you could make.
It will wow users with its generous 27″ width, clear visuals, and a 30W sound system that brings studio sessions and virtual runs to life.
And to top it all off, my Apple Watch paired with the machine in a matter of seconds when I tapped it on the assigned location on the handlebars. To my pleasant surprise, I found out that by pairing my Apple Watch in the midst of my run, it auto-synced with the workout that was being tracked on the treadmill instead of starting a new tracking session.
Design: 5/5
Technogym Run: Performance
Performance-wise it’s tough to find fault with the Technogym Run. In my thorough testing, the machine performed perfectly, class after class, with only a brief issue with the Internet connection.
This running belt provides an unrivaled experience of running without juddering. Unlike some of the other treadmills, including the smaller Echelon Stride, I never had to worry about catching the sides or ends of the machine, and the placement of the handlebars never felt restrictive.
The slatted belt design is something I would love to see on more treadmills. Technogym said they’ve engineered it to, “offer the same reactivity and elastic response as an athletic track,” and, after a few runs, I’d agree with that comparison. It was great for traction and the perfect blend between firm and springy.
That maximum speed is 15.5 mph, making this an interesting treadmill for users looking to gain more speed over shorter distances-most machines top out at around 12 or 13 mph. The 15% maximum incline is more than adequate for most users, although it doesn’t match the -6% decline of the NordicTrack.
And then, of course, there is the Technogym platform to consider performance wise. Like it or not, Peloton has set the benchmark here and Technogym does well with that benchmark–class streaming–against this giant, with studios across the globe continuously producing new content.
It has seven main sections: sessions, programs, custom routines, third-party apps such as TrainingPeaks and Netflix, strength, and outdoor. Within those, you’ll find boot camp classes, instructor-led running workouts, virtual runs, virtual tours, skills, and drills. With exactly that and more inside, you can log on to the Technogym app on your phone, which has strength, cardio, mindfulness, Pilates, yoga, boxing, and stretching sessions that you can filter by things like difficulty rating, equipment required, and duration.
In other words, it has a massive number of easily navigable classes that cater to many of styles of training. The instructors are relatable, and I like that some classes offer two coaches so they could play off one another. Plus, the videos are lively, professional, and easy to follow. You can also log each movement you do with the Technogym app, syncing it with your phone in a couple of seconds through Bluetooth connections or by scanning the QR code flashed on your screen.
And there’s something for pretty much every kind of exerciser on the app, but I in particular valued the things opened up to runners. Combining strength sessions, skill and drill classes, and some workouts that will enhance other running attributes like power adds variety to the “run x distance in x time” formula that most treadmills use. Those can also get you through those periods of stagnation in your training and really up those running miles, if that’s your thing.
They really use the treadmill creatively in such offbeat classes. With regards to the sled push feature, it is fantastic for strength training; although it can only take up to 55 kg, that will be small fry for Hyrox junkies, and the trainers made me do things like carticarca drills and A-skips on the belt.
Bootcamp classes are ideal for the busy city dweller. The session I put together utilized the facilities shown in the Technogym Run and Technogym Bench below. Although, a pair of dumbbells would also suffice. For the purpose of tightening and conditioning your full body in just 30 minutes; the idea is to do running intervals of two minutes each at the bottom, and the top portion is a fast circuit. While this would not be as effective as doing 60 minutes of both activities separately, it does give a time-efficient dose of both.
Conclusion:
This is a really fantastic treadmill. This is the best commercial-grade treadmill that I have ever had the pleasure of using. So, if your budget can allow for this machine and you have space, and if you want to simply get the best in order to pursue a complete ambition in running or other related fitness ambitions you have, then this is the machine that I could recommend to you.
However, if you are a dedicated runner on a more modest budget, you will find a lot of the same features and very decent performance from less expensive models, such as the NordicTrack Commercial 2950, ProForm Premier 900, or even the Peloton Tread.
Performance score: 5/5
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Technogym Run: Do You Buy?
- You’re in the market for the top-of-the-line home treadmill, cost no object. The wide array of classes available, and the unrivaled ease of running, makes this the best commercial treadmill I have tested—but you will need to pay a steep price to reach those kinds of heights.
- You enjoy running and are interested in improving your running performance and conditioning. I loved how multi-faceted this treadmill was when it came to offering ways to get better at running—from the sled feature to develop power to the classes that work on skills and drills.
- You are a novice runner or on a very tight budget. While the Run is an outstanding treadmill, it is actually designed for those who have bucks to spare. Lower cost options would still give you a fine workout.
- You want a treadmill with a decline option. While Run nails so many things, one thing it does not offer is a decline option, which many users may care about.
- You want to move the treadmill occasionally. This treadmill is not designed to be moved around easily with a weight of 456 pounds. You have to put it in one place and leave it there.
Technogym Run Review: A Treadmill Masterwork, But Not Without a Weighty Price Tag
- Price: $11,850 / £10,340 (around AU$18,000)
- Design score: 5/5
- Performance score: 5/5
- Overall rating: 5/
The Technogym Run also inclines to 15.5 mph, which is an appropriate speed for sprinters and long-distance runners.
How does this Technogym Run fare compared to other top-end treadmills?
The Sled function and deep performance metrics are features that make the Technogym Run unique from other treadmills.
Technogym Run weights a lot and is quite a confusing machine, so it is recommended to get a professional assembly for setting up correctly.
Does the Technogym Run need much maintenance?
Run by Technogym is built to last and barely needs maintenance. Just a good cleansing after each use and some lubrication of the strip once in a while will suffice to keep everything running okay.
Can I use the Technogym Run without a subscription?
Yes truly the Technogym Run will work without a [subscription] but you can have access to the premium contents and guided workouts with a Technogym App subscription.