Spirit SL 218 Treadmill vs Smooth 7.1
How They Compare!

	Spirit SL 218	-	Smooth 7.1
Treadmill Weight	250 lbs		260 lbs
Running Surface	20 x 55		20 x 54
Heart Rate Control	Yes		Yes
Folding	Yes		Yes (Power Folding)
Deck Thickness	1"	-	1"
Motor (Continuous HP)	3.0 hp		2.50 hp
Roller Size	2.3"		2.5"
Speed Range	.6 - 10 mph	-	.5 - 10 mph
User Weight Capacity	330 lbs	-	350 lbs
Warranty	10 yrs motor, 2 yrs parts, 1 yr service		10 yrs motor, 5 yrs belt deck rollers, 3 yrs electronics, 1 yr service
Price	$1,545 (Plus Tax and Shipping)		$1,499 (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 218 Treadmill and the Smooth 7.1 have sufficient weight for a stable and solid feel.

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. Both treadmills have powerful enough motors to handle both walkers and runners.

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 SL 218 has a respectable 2.3" rollers, while the Smooth has 2.5" rollers. Both are more then sufficient and should add to an extended life of the belt.

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 218 treadmill only through retailers.

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

Learn more about the Smooth 7.1

** The Spirit SL 218 treadmill price represents the Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price. The Smooth treadmill cost is the everyday low price. Treadmillbynet does not sell Landice products. Prices and specifications are for comparison use only.