Spirit SL 198 Treadmill vs Smooth 5.15
How They Compare!

	Spirit SL 198	-	Smooth 5.15
Treadmill Weight	180 lbs	-	190 lbs
Running Surface	18 x 51		18 x 53
Motor (Continuous HP)	2.0 hp		2.5 hp
Deck Thickness	1"	-	1"
Folding	Yes (Power Folding)		Yes
Roller Size	2.3"		2.0"
Speed Range	.6 - 10 mph	-	.6 - 10 mph
User Weight Capacity	275 lbs	-	275 lbs
Warranty	10 yrs motor, 2 yrs parts, 1 yr service	-	10 yrs motor, 2 yrs parts, 1 yr service
Price	$1,199 (Plus Shipping and Taxes)		$1099 (Includes Shipping)
Best Buy?	-	-

Weight = Stability - The treadmill weight is very important to the overall stability of the machine. The heavier the treadmill the more solid the feel. In this price range both the Spirit SL 198Treadmill and the Smooth 5.15have sufficient weight for a stable and solid feel. Recommended for walking and lite running.

Motor Output - Continuous duty horsepower ratings are the amount of power a motor will produce "continuously" at a given RPM (revolutions per minute). Continuous duty HP is the "working power" of a treadmill motor, providing constant power to the drive belt. The higher the HP output the less stress on the motor, which results in longer life.

Larger rollers provide for less friction and longer life - Large rollers provide a smooth walking/running experience and extend the life of the treadbelt. There is no substitute for size, the larger the better. That's why most commercial treadmills are equipped with oversized rollers. The Spirit has a respectable 2.3" rollers, while the Smooth has 2.0" rollers, which are more than adequate.

Factory Direct Sales - Smooth treadmills are sold factory direct and only on the Internet. This eliminates the costly overhead from resellers. Spirit sells their SL 198 treadmill only through retailers.

Shipping Included - The prices for all of the Smooth Treadmills includes shipping to your home.

Learn more about the Smooth 5.15

** The Spirit SL 198 treadmill price represents the Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price. The Smooth treadmill cost is the everyday low price. Treadmillbynet does not sell Spirit products. Prices and specifications are for comparison use only.