Wednesday 18 January 2017

Schwinn MY16 830 versus Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmill, Comparison Review

The Schwinn MY16 830 and Schwinn MY17 870 are both high-quality treadmills for home use, designed for durability and comfort, with plenty of features and options to keep your workouts varied and challenging.

Both the Schwinn MY16 830 and Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmills offer speeds of between 0 to 12 mph and feature large 2.5” crowned rollers for smooth operation.

The Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmill is the higher-end model over the Schwinn MY16 830 and as such offers several upgrades in build quality along with more program variety (26 programs compared to 22).
 
Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmill, review features compared with Schwinn MY16 830, with newly designed console with Bluetooth
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Schwinn MY16 830 Treadmill, review features compared with Schwinn 870
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Both the Schwinn MY16 830 and Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmills feature motorized inclines for additional challenge, with the MY17 870 model offering 0-15% incline while the 830 model is slightly less at 0-12% incline.

The Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmill incorporates a more powerful motor than the MY16 830 (3.0 chp compared to 2.5 chp) and features a slightly longer running belt at 60” long compared to the 830’s 55” long belt.  Both belts are 20” wide. 

The Schwinn MY17 870’s belt is also thicker (2 ply compared to 1 ply) and is constructed with more cushioning than the Schwinn MY16 830 (6 cell SoftTrack compared to 4 cell SoftTrack) providing less impact on your joints when running.

The Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmill comes with an upgraded console over the  MY16 830 - the 870 features a DualTrack display instead of the single display of the 830, and the 870 also offers Bluetooth connectivity which the 830 does not have.  Both consoles are packed with features, including a USB port, 4 user profiles, a sound system with acoustic chambered speakers with MP3 input, a 3 speed cooling fan, a built-in media shelf and dual water bottle holders.



Schwinn MY17 870's console, image, with DualTrack blue backlit LCD screens, Bluetooth
Schwinn MY17 870's console
Schwinn MY16 830's console with streamlined console for ease of use, image
Schwinn MY16 830's console
Both treadmills offer heart-rate monitoring so you can keep within your target heart rate zone.  You can measure your heart-rate via either the built-in contact pulse grip sensors located in the handlebars or use the telemetry enabled console with a wireless heart-rate chest strap.  A chest strap is included with the Schwinn MY17 870 but not with the Schwinn MY16 830.

There’s a slight difference in the overall size and weight of these treadmills (see table below) but both the Schwinn MY16 830 and Schwinn MY17 870 are well-constructed with oversized crossbar tubing for added stability and allow for a maximum user weight capacity of up to 300 lbs.

Both treadmills feature a Soft Drop folding deck system to help save space when not in use and both feature transportation wheels for easy relocation.





Alternatively you may still be able to get the previous models (2013) of the Schwinn 830 & Schwinn 870 Treadmills at a LOW PRICE while they're still available:

Note, the main difference between the 2013 and 2016/2017 models of the Schwinn 830 and 870 Treadmills comes down to the design of the console, with the new models being designed to be more user friendly and the 2017 870 Treadmill now having Bluetooth connectivity.

Ad >>Click here to buy the 2013 Schwinn 830 Treadmill at a competitive low price online<<

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Let’s take a closer look at the features and specifications and differences in detail between the Schwinn MY16 830 and Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmills to help you decide on which is the best treadmill for you:


Main DIFFERENCES in features between Schwinn MY16 830 versus Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmills:


SCHWINN MY16 830
TREADMILL
SCHWINN MY17 870
TREADMILL
Differences
PRICE
Retails online at around
$100 LESS than the Schwinn 870
Retails online at around
$100 MORE than the
Schwinn 830
MODEL NO.
MY16  830
MY17  870
LCD CONSOLE DISPLAY
·      Single large 3x5” high resolution  blue backlit LCD screen
·       Dual Track (2 windows) blue backlit LCD screens with BLUETOOTH
WORKOUT PROGRAMS
22 workout programs:
·         1 Manual
·         3 Quick goal
·         5 Training
·         3 Weight control
·         5 Heart
·         3 Interval
·         2 Custom
26 workout programs:
·         1 Manual
·         3 Quick goal
·         6 Training
·         5 Weight control
·         4 Heart
·         3 Interval
·         4 Custom
SCHWINN FITNESS SCORE
No
Yes
MOTOR POWER
2.75 chp
3.0 chp
MOTORIZED INCLINE
0-12 %
0-15 %
BELT SIZE
20” wide x 55” long
20” wide x 60” long
BELT THICKNESS / CUSHIONING
·         1 ply (1.5mm thick)
·         4 cell SoftTrack cushioning
·         2 ply (2.0mm thick)
·         6 cell SoftTrack cushioning
HEART RATE CHEST STRAP INCLUDED
No
Yes
WEIGHT OF TREADMILL
Approx.  200 lbs  (91 kg)
Approx.  215 lbs  (98 kg)
DIMENSIONS OF TREADMILL
Approx.  72.2” long x 35.2” wide x 57.6” high
Approx.  77.2” long x 35.2” wide x 57.2” high



In addition to the above features, the Schwinn MY16 830 and Schwinn MY17 870 Treadmills BOTH offer:

·         Speeds:  0-12 MPH
·         Quick Access buttons:  speed & incline
·         Rollers:  2.5” crowned rollers
·         Heart rate monitors:  contact pulse grip & telemetry enabled
·         Data displayed includes:  time, distance, speed, pace, calories, calorie record, heart-rate, laps, incline, longest workout, goal tracking metrics from last workout (7 days, 30 days)
·         Performance tracking:  Goal tracking & data export via USB port to SchwinnConnect
·         No. of user profiles:  4
·         USB port:  for charging & data exchange
·         Sound system:  acoustic chambered speakers with MP3 input
·         Media shelf
·         Cooling fan:  3 speeds
·         Water bottle holders:  2
·         User weight capacity:  up to 300 lbs
·         Folding deck:  SoftDrop system
·         Stability:  oversized crossbar tubing for added stability
·         Portability:  transport wheels included
·         Power:  electric, 120v, 15A, power adapter included
·         Warranty:  10 years on frame, 10 years motor, 2 years mechanical, 1 years electrical, 90 days labor



Summary:

Treadmills are an ideal way for getting fit in the comfort of your own home.  Both the Schwinn treadmills are packed with high-end features for a relatively low cost.

For many people looking for light-to-moderate exercise, the Schwinn MY16 830 Treadmill would be more than adequate for your needs with plenty of programs to keep your workouts varied and progressively challenging.  It offers the same 0-12 mph speed range and still has many of the high-end features and comfortable ergonomics but at a lower price!

If you’re looking for more intensive exercise or need a longer stride length, then opt for the Schwinn MY17 870 treadmill.  It has a more powerful motor to cope with more heavy-duty use along with a longer running deck and more cushioning.  You’ll also get the added bonus of more program variety and increased incline choice plus Bluetooth connectivity for seamless transferring of data to online fitness apps.  For the relatively little extra money, this treadmill offers great value for money!



Alternatively you may still be able to get the previous models (2013) of the Schwinn 830 & Schwinn 870 Treadmills at a LOW PRICE while they're still available:

Ad >>Click here to buy the 2013 Schwinn 830 Treadmill at a competitive low price online<<

Ad >>Click here to buy the 2013 Schwinn 870 Treadmill (without Bluetooth) at a competitive low price online<<


N.B.  It’s always advisable to consult your doctor or health care professional before undertaking any new exercise regime.

*Prices/discounts/shipping indicated correct at time of writing/publishing and may be subject to change anytime.  E&OE.


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