Ellipticals

Go low-impact on commercial ellipticals from Body-Solid Endurance, Muscle D Fitness, Helix Fitness, and Best Fitness — including front-drive and rear-drive ellipticals, self-powered ellipticals, LED and touch-screen commercial models, and Helix's unique lateral trainers that work glutes and inner/outer thighs. Compare stride length, resistance levels, console type, and incline adjustability to find the right elliptical for your training goals and space.

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Helix Scoop Lateral Elliptical

Helix Fitness

Helix Scoop Lateral Elliptical

$149.00 $199.00
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Helix TheraScoop Lateral Elliptical

Helix Fitness

Helix TheraScoop Lateral Elliptical

$249.00 $349.00
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Body-Solid Endurance E300 Elliptical Trainer

Endurance by Body-Solid

Body-Solid Endurance E300 Elliptical Trainer

$1,935.00 $3,192.20
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Body-Solid Endurance E5000 Premium Elliptical Trainer

Endurance by Body-Solid

Body-Solid Endurance E5000 Premium Elliptical Trainer

$2,860.00 $4,210.60
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Muscle D Fitness Self Powered Elliptical

Muscle D Fitness

Muscle D Fitness Self Powered Elliptical

$5,550.00 $5,690.00
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Muscle D Fitness Commercial Elliptical Trainer

Muscle D Fitness

Muscle D Fitness Commercial Elliptical Trainer

$7,775.00 $7,859.99
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Muscle D Fitness Commercial Elliptical Trainer LED Screen

Muscle D Fitness

Muscle D Fitness Commercial Elliptical Trainer LED Screen

$6,219.00 $6,695.00
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Category Lateral Mini Elliptical Lateral Mini Elliptical (Pro) Home Elliptical Premium Home Elliptical Commercial Cross Trainer Commercial Elliptical (Touch) Commercial Elliptical (LED)
Best For Low-impact home use Home + pro clinical use Home cardio + full body Premium home / light commercial Self-powered commercial Commercial + user-friendly Commercial facility standard
Motion Type Lateral scooping Lateral scooping Front-loaded elliptical Center drive elliptical Elliptical (cross trainer) Elliptical standard Elliptical standard
Stride Length Lateral motion Lateral motion 21 in 21 in Standard Standard Standard
Resistance Levels Adjustable (moderate) 8 levels Adjustable 20 levels 32 modes 20 levels 20 levels
Power Source Manual (no power) Manual (no power) Self-generated Self-generated Self-powered Plug-in (touch) Plug-in (LED)
Upper-Body Handlebars ——✓✓✓✓✓
Heart Rate Monitoring ——Contact HR Wireless chest strap + contact Contact HR HR tracking HR tracking
Programs Live + on-demand via app Live + on-demand via app 6 + manual + 2 user 7 + 5 HRC + 2 user 32 modes HR control program 4 modes + HRC
Elevation / Incline Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed Fixed 17.5 in range 17.5 in range
Max User Weight 250 lb 315 lb 300 lb 325 lb 352 lb 450 lb 450 lb
Machine Weight 21 lb 27 lb 232 lb Heavy commercial 286 lb 291 lb 291 lb
Warranty Manufacturer Manufacturer 5 yr in-home Lifetime frame / 5 yr parts (home) 7 yr frame / 2 yr parts 7 yr frame / 2 yr parts 7 yr frame / 2 yr parts

Frequently asked questions

Why choose an elliptical over a treadmill?

Three reasons: no foot strike (much easier on knees, hips, and lower back), full-body engagement (moving handles work your arms and upper body), and lower injury risk. The trade-offs: ellipticals don't build bone density the way running does, and they're less functional for athletes training for running events. For general fitness, joint health, and all-around cardio, ellipticals are hard to beat.

Front-drive, rear-drive, or center-drive — which is better?

Front-drive ellipticals are the most compact and affordable — flywheel at the front. Rear-drive produces a smoother, more natural stride and is the commercial standard. Center-drive (newer design) keeps the user centered between two flywheels for the most upright, stable feel — great for tight spaces and shorter users. For most home gyms, rear-drive offers the best balance of quality and cost.

What stride length do I need?

Stride length matches user height. 18 inches fits most users 5'5" and under. 20 inches fits average heights (5'6"–6'0"). 21+ inches is better for taller users (6'0"+). Too-short stride feels cramped and doesn't fully recruit hips; too-long stride feels awkward and loses power. Shared-use units should aim for 20 inches as the best-fit average.

Are moving handles worth it?

Yes — ellipticals with moving (dual-action) handles let you push and pull during the stride, engaging your chest, back, and arms. This burns more calories and builds upper-body endurance. A few commercial machines have fixed handles only (for a pure lower-body focus), but most users prefer dual-action for the full-body workout.

What resistance type should I look for?

Magnetic resistance is the modern standard — silent, smooth, and maintenance-free. ECB (electromagnetic) resistance goes a step further with precise, motorized control through the console. Avoid friction-based resistance (found only on very cheap models) — it wears out quickly and feels inconsistent. All commercial ellipticals use magnetic or ECB systems.

How much space does an elliptical need?

Most ellipticals have a footprint around 6–7 ft long × 2.5–3 ft wide, and require 20–30 inches of ceiling clearance above your standing height (the foot pedals rise during use). Pay attention to the stride height — taller users on deep-stride machines can hit their head on low ceilings.

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