Newshot Toputure TP6 Walking Pad for $238: This is a foldable, screenless walking pad that is ideal for small apartments and spaces. It takes only a few minutes to set up and compact, but it weighs 56 pounds, so it’s not the most portable. During my second day of testing, the pad began making a high-pitched scraping noise, which likely indicated a misaligned belt. This unbearable noise would come and go throughout my two weeks of testing. The handlebars are height-adjustable, ranging from 32 to 45 inches, and they are also tilt-adjustable. Be aware of the handlebar locks while walking by, as they can catch on clothing. As a budget option, I still prefer the Sperax, which is a couple of dollars cheaper.
Urevo SpaceWalk 5L Smart Walking Pad for $400: We’ve tested a couple of Urevo walking pads, and while the SpaceWalk 5L is decent and cheaper, we still prefer the CyberPad for Home for its 14 percent incline and the Strol 2S Pro for its speed and ability to double as a treadmill. The SpaceWalk 5L has a larger weight capacity, maxing out at 300 pounds, with the same incline as the Strol 2S Pro (9 percent) and max speed as the CyberPad (4 mph). Its track length is a solid 39 inches, and WIRED contributing reviewer Michael Venutolo-Mantovani said it’s compact enough to stash underneath a couch or loveseat.
Lifesmart TM2202 3-in-1 Treadmill for $699: The 3-in-1 Treadmill gets its name from its ability to serve as a walking pad (with the rail down, the speed tops out at 3.7 mph), a treadmill (with the rail up, you can run up to 7.5 mph), and a workstation (with the rail up and desk attachment on) for multitasking. It’s easy to set up, and switching between modes is quick and simple (you just need to use a small tool to adjust the rail; the tool is magnetized, so it can live on the rail and never get lost in a junk drawer). The desk’s height won’t accommodate everyone; it was lower than I’d like, and I’m 5'4". But for quick, basic work like answering emails or sitting in on a meeting, it got the job done just fine. It also doesn’t have any incline options. —Kristin Canning
GoYouth 2-in-1 Under Desk Treadmill for $270: This is an Amazon top pick, but it’s very bare-bones for this price. There’s no app, and the remote and controls are unintuitive. The built-in Bluetooth speaker sounds unsurprisingly crappy. But it does feel great underfoot, is very quiet, and has a higher weight capacity (300 pounds) and a slightly longer belt than the Sperax above. If you’re a larger person looking for a simple, affordable walking pad, this will work for you. —Adrienne So