Technogym Run Review: The Best Treadmill I’ve Ever Tried, But Quality Comes at a Price

Technogym Run: One Minute Review

If I could have any treadmill at home, it would be the Technogym Run. It’s a brilliant machine with a quiet motor, comfortable running surface and unlimited access to thousands of workouts. The problem is that it’s also the most expensive piece of equipment I’ve ever tested.

The crystal-clear 27-inch touchscreen offers a better picture than my real TV, and the 30-watt sound system eliminates the historically feeble speakers on most treadmills. It also has a slatted belt with sensors that track additional metrics like cadence and flight time. But even these luxury extras aren’t my favorite thing about this machine.

Technogym Run Treadmill — (Photo credit: Future / Harry Bullmore)

For me, the best feature was the variety of classes offered. In addition to the regular running and interval workouts, there are instructor-led skill and drill sessions, power-building workouts using the machine’s built-in sled function, and a variety of off-the-treadmill options, such as strength, yoga, and Pilates. If you’re looking to improve your running or overall fitness, this comprehensive approach is a great option.

I tried one bootcamp session, where I bounced between treadmill and dumbbell exercises, building strength and endurance in just 30 minutes. Another session alternated interval running with sled pushing to build the power needed to develop speed. A third session gave me a walking tour of a picturesque Italian town, which prepared me well for 10,000 steps a day.

The ever-expanding (Technogym releases new content daily) smorgasbord of classes not only allowed me to focus on different fitness goals, but also made using the machine more enjoyable and kept me coming back for more. So if you’re looking for a top-of-the-line machine and money is no object, I highly recommend the Technogym Run.

Technogym Run: Price and Release Date

Very expensive
Access to the Technogym app on your phone and a treadmill included in the price

The Technogym Run was released in 2023 as the “first cardio and strength training treadmill” (thanks to its built-in sled function). It has an MSRP of $11,850 in the US or £10,340 in the UK, which equates to around AU$18,000.

That puts it ahead of second-placed, the still-priced NordicTrack Commercial 2950 ($3,708 / £2,699 / AU$5,113), and in a completely different league than most commercial exercise equipment on the market.

However, unlike most of its competitors, it comes with a free and lifetime subscription to the brand’s apps. But even with that, this is a machine made for those on a budget who want the best.

TechRadar Fitness Writer Harry Bullmore tests out the Technogym Run treadmill

(Photo credit: Future / Harry Bullmore)

Technogym Run: Project

Elasticated belt with slats for excellent grip and a racetrack feel
Large running surface
Powerful and quiet engine

The Technogym Run is a big machine. Measuring 78 inches x 33 inches x 69 inches and weighing 456 pounds, it requires a dedicated home gym space to store it. It can’t be moved. But like most things the Italian brand makes, it’s a worthy centerpiece with an attractive design, at least by treadmill standards.

I found the larger frame also served a practical purpose, and the treadmill benefited from a wide, cushioned deck that provided a comfortable running surface even for larger users like me (210 pounds and 6 feet 3 inches tall, on a good day). But despite its size and powerful 7.78-horsepower motor, it was still incredibly quiet—57 dB at about 6 miles per hour, according to the company.

In short, the machine does the basics incredibly well, and it doesn’t stop there. There are many other clever and practical features to be found, as I discovered after playing with it for a few hours.

Technogym Run Treadmill

(Photo credit: Future / Harry Bullmore)

The sturdy handlebars on the sides and front of the machine are ideal for the sled-pushing function, while the slatted belt provides excellent grip and the slightly springy feel of an athletics track. This last addition also allows for the placement of sensors that provide more detailed measurements than the average treadmill, such as cadence, running power, stride length, flight time and contact time.

An easy-to-reach lever on the right side of the handlebar toggles speed settings, while a lever on the other side of the machine controls incline. Around each is a light ring that flashes to let you know when a change is coming or in progress, so you can adjust your stride accordingly.

The display is also a pleasure to use, measuring 27 inches wide, with impressively clear images and a 30W sound system for a truly immersive experience during study sessions and virtual runs.

Best of all, my Apple Watch connected to the machine within seconds of tapping the designated spot on the handlebars (pictured below). I was also pleasantly surprised to find that if I connected halfway through my workout, it would automatically download data from the treadmill, rather than having to start tracking my workout from scratch.

TechRadar Fitness Writer Harry Bullmore Pairs His Apple Watch with Technogym Run

(Photo credit: Future / Harry Bullmore)

Technogym Run: Performance

Huge selection and variety of activities
Friendly instructors
Comfortable, track-like running experience

It’s hard to find fault with the Technogym Run. In the name of thorough testing, I ran back-to-back classes on the machine, and (apart from a momentary loss of internet connection while selecting one) everything worked flawlessly.

The belt is an absolute joy to run on without any vibrations. Unlike smaller treadmills I’ve tried, like the Echelon Stride, I could always place my feet without worrying about them catching on the sides or ends of the machine, and the handlebar placement never felt cramped.

I’d also like to see more slatted belts on treadmills. Technogym claims they’re designed to “provide the same responsiveness and springiness as a sports treadmill,” and after a few rides I’d say it’s comparable. They provided excellent grip and a nice balance between firmness and springiness.

The 15.5mph top speed will delight those looking to go faster over shorter distances—most machines max out at 12 to 13mph—and the 15% maximum incline is more than most people will need (though it doesn’t quite match the NordicTrack’s 6% incline drop).

Technogym Run Treadmill

(Photo credit: Future / Harry Bullmore)

When it comes to performance, the next thing we need to look at is the Technogym platform. Like it or not, Peloton has earned its stripes in this regard, and Technogym is on par with the streaming giant, with separate studios around the world that are constantly pumping out new content.

This content is divided into seven sections: sessions, programs, custom, routines, third-party apps (like TrainingPeaks and Netflix), strength, and outdoor. You’ll find bootcamp classes, instructor-led running workouts, virtual runs, guided virtual tours, skills and drills, and more. You can also use the Technogym app on your phone to access strength, cardio, mindfulness, Pilates, yoga, boxing, and stretching sessions, which you can filter by factors like difficulty, equipment, and duration.

TL;DR, there are loads of easy-to-follow classes that cover a wide range of training styles. The instructors I met were all friendly (I liked that some classes had two trainers so they could support each other), and the videos are clear, polished and easy to follow. You can also track everything you do using the Technogym app, which connects your phone to the machine in seconds via Bluetooth or by scanning a QR code on the screen.

TechRadar Fitness Writer Harry Bullmore tests out the Technogym Run treadmill

(Photo credit: Future / Harry Bullmore)

The app offers something for every exerciser, but I particularly liked the offerings for runners. Strength sessions, skill-building classes and drills, and workouts that improve other running attributes like power are a welcome alternative to the typical “run x distance in x time” approach of most treadmills. These sessions can also help you break through a training plateau and improve your running performance, if that’s your goal.

For these alternative activities, the treadmill is used with skill. The sled push function is the star when it comes to developing power (although I found that the maximum is 130 pounds, which is below what Hyrox fans are used to), and the instructors also had me doing exercises like cariocas and A-skips on the belt.

Bootcamp classes are also useful for those with a tight schedule. The one I tried used the Technogym Run and Technogym Bench (pictured below, although a few dumbbells will work too) to build strength and conditioning throughout the body simultaneously over 30 minutes. They did this by alternating interval running with a short circuit of resistance exercises for two rounds. Of course, it won’t be as effective as 60 minutes of each activity, but it still gives you a lot of bang for your buck, giving you a dose of both in an efficient amount of time.

Technogym Run Treadmill

(Photo credit: Future / Harry Bullmore)

All in all, this is an excellent treadmill and the best commercial option I’ve ever tried. So if you have the money and space for one and want the best treadmill to support your running or fitness aspirations, this is the one I’d point you in the right direction.

However, if you’re a keen runner but on a tighter budget, you can take advantage of many of the same features and still solid performance offered by cheaper options like the NordicTrack Commercial 2950, ProForm Premier 900, or even the Peloton Tread.

Technogym Run: Scorecard

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Category	Comment	Result
Value	Outrageously expensive, but that’s the point, right?	3/5
Design	Every aspect was given attention. Full rating.	5/5
Efficiency	The quality of a sports treadmill, probably the best we’ve ever tested.	5/5

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How I tested

A trip to Technogym’s Italian factory and UK ‘Experience Centre’ cemented Technogym Run’s place at the top of our guide to the best treadmills. I played around on the treadmill all day, trying out as many of its features and sessions as I could, and was left wishing I had had a bit more bang for my buck.