When comparing True Form Runner - Performance vs Technogym - Skillmill Connect, the Slant community recommends Technogym - Skillmill Connect for most people. In the question“What are the best treadmills/ellipticals or similar that generates electricity or requires no electricity?” Technogym - Skillmill Connect is ranked 3rd while True Form Runner - Performance is ranked 4th. The most important reason people chose Technogym - Skillmill Connect is:
Designed intentionally so users can view guidance related content for their workout.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Color options
Customers can choose custom color options. It's an extra $300 though, so keep that in mind. Still it's nice to have the option.
Pro Has tethering system enabling full on sprints
The rail that wraps around the back from the right side can be used as the attachment point for a tethering system to allow for intense running sessions.
Pro Has options for different treads
Alternative options to the default black slats include green field turf and red running track. Unsure if it's just color or has actual material substance differences.
Pro Has a smart-phone holder
Designed intentionally so users can view guidance related content for their workout.
Pro Lever is provided to allow variable levels of intensity.
Pro Can adjust tension resistance
Technogym calls it Multidrive Technology. there is a lever where you can control the resistance of the belt for strength training.
Pro Pain free ergonomics
Pro Has metrics tracking and guidance options
Interfaces over 2.4 ghz wifi to Mywellness website and app / service which can pass fitness metrics to many other services including:
- Fitbit
- Garmin Connect
- Map My Fitness
- My Fitness Pal
- Polar
- Run Keeper
- Strava
- SwimTag
- Withings
Not sure if the treadmill can interface directly to these services w/o using mywellness.com. There is an accessory called Unity Artis or Unity Self Excite for this treadmill that have connectivity options that include NFC Bluetooth, Ant+ Bluetooth, Ethernet jack, Webcam, HDMI video audio out port, USB port & RCA for playing music.
Cons
Con Console / display is not included
It's an extra $300 for the LED display. It should be included at that price point. The metrics included are also very basic.
Con Overly expensive
Like the other treadmills in this category it is overly expensive for what it is.
Con It's very expensive
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