Landice has placed over 50,000 treadmills in the health club environment - which gives them a lot of experience making a high end treadmill that lasts.
While a Landice isn't for everyone (prices start around $2600), compared to what similarly built treadmill brands would cost you, it's actually an excellent value.
Top Strengths:
1) Excellent Cushioning - Landice treadmills offer VFX cushioning (which is 5 times softer than grass) and Orthopedic cushioning (which is 7 times softer than grass)
2) 4-ply treadbelts are twice as strong as the 2 ply treadbelts most other treadmill brands use. (This helps prolong the life of the treadbelt and improves cushioning).
3) Lifetime treadmill warranty (for home use) that can also be assigned to the next owner. (1 year service)
4) Aircraft locking hardware makes the frame even stronger than the standard welded treadmill frame.
5) 400-500 pound user weight capacities make them perfect for higher weight users, sophisticated runners and athletes. This also provides an extremely stable feel when working out at full speed.
Landice Brand (General)
Runner's World Customer Satisfaction Survey:Landice Rated #1 beating out Precor, Pacemaster and Life Fitness
"Landice prides themselves on manufacturing treadmills, and their focus pays off in units like the L7. The four-ply belt and VFX shock-absorption system work wonders, but the real magic is in the control panel... The Landice L7 Executive Trainer is surely top of the line.
Runner's World:
"An exceptionally solid, stable machine with a unique multi-feature display."
Also named fastest treadmill in seconds - from 0 to 10 mph in 16 seconds
6) Landice home treadmills carry some of the best expert ratings in the industry, having been voted #1 by Runner's World Magazine for customer satisfaction.
They also rate well with users - mainly getting 5 out of 5 stars at Amazon and epinions (although there aren't a lot of user reviews).
The only drawback to these treadmills is the price. These are high end, commercial grade treadmills and are probably more than the occasion walker needs.
However if you are a serious trainer and want a commercial machine, Landice treadmills offer excellent construction for the price.
Conclusion:
With high grade construction, advanced electronics, superior cushioning and lifetime warranties, it would be hard to find a similar quality commercial treadmill.
While it does offer excellent value, a Landice is probably more than the average home treadmill shopper needs. If you still want commercial grade treadmill for under $2000, you might want to check out the Sole brand.
However if you're looking for a health club treadmill that can take a serious beating and still last you years, Landice is a great option.
Landice treadmills are some of the highest rated commercial treadmills in the industry. They are excellent in terms of construction, cushioning and components.
They have taken home several 'Best Buy' awards including high ratings from Consumer's Guide, Runner's World and other leading Consumer Magazines.
Landice units are a popular choice for gyms or health clubs. However they have also introduced a 'Lighter' lineup (the LTD series) suitable for the home.
Landice has a long history behind them. They have been making treadmils for over 35 years. One thing that sets them apart is that they specialize in making only treadmills (not treadmills - and ellipticals and exercise bikes and home gyms and free weights and etc...)
