2017 Schwinn 870 Treadmill MY17, Review

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The 2017 Schwinn 870 Treadmill MY17 offers the same high-quality features as its predecessor (the Schwinn 870 Treadmill 2013) but comes with a redesigned console that’s easier to use and now includes Bluetooth connectivity for quick and easy transferring of workout data to your own smart device for online performance tracking.

Like the previous model, the 2017 Schwinn 870 Treadmill features a powerful 3.0 CHP motor and offers a speed range from 0 to 12 mph as well as a motorized incline from 0 to 15% for additional challenge.

Schwinn 870's running deck 20" x 60"

The electric-powered Schwinn 870 Treadmill’s running deck measures a generous 20” wide by 60” long and features 6-cell Softrak cushioning that absorbs the shock for less impact on your joints.  The running belt is 2-ply (2mm thick) and runs smoothly on large 2.5” crowned rollers.

The newly designed console on the 2017 Schwinn 870 features the same amount of workout programs as the previous model, i.e.  26 preset programs including manual, quick goal, training, weight control, heart-rate, intervals and custom programs so there’s plenty of variety to keep your workouts interesting and challenging.

Schwinn 870's console with
Dual Track blue backlit LCD display

The Schwinn 870 Treadmill allows for 4 different user profiles and the console features a Dual Track blue backlit LCD display for easy viewing of workout stats.  Feedback includes data such as time, speed, distance, pace, laps, calories burned, heart-rate (grip and telemetry-enabled), last 7 days, longest workout and more.  The Schwinn 870 also displays your Schwinn Fitness Score which determines your current fitness level at the end of each workout.

For those of you who like to keep track of your workout data using online fitness apps, the 2017 Schwinn 870 offers seamless transition of data to your mobile device with Bluetooth connectivity (with the previous model you had to transfer data via a USB port).

The 2017 Schwinn 870 Treadmill includes the same premium features of the previous model including USB charging port, media shelf, Acoustic Chamber speakers with MP3 input, 3-speed cooling fan and 2 water bottle holders.

The 2017 Schwinn 870 Treadmill is sturdily built with a steel frame for long-lasting durability and offers a maximum user weight capacity of up to 300 lbs.  To save space when not in use, the Schwinn 870 features a SoftDrop deck folding system and also included are transport wheels for easy relocation.

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Let’s take a closer look at the features and specifications in detail of the 2017 Schwinn 870 MY17 to help you decide if it’s the best treadmill for you:

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).

 

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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

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.

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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.

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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:

Comparing Nautilus T616 versus Schwinn 870 Treadmill, What's the Difference?

The Nautilus T616 and Schwinn 870 are both impressive treadmills with high-end features for home use. Nautilus and Schwinn come under the Nautilus Inc Brands umbrella and the Nautilus T616 and Schwinn 870 are virtually the same treadmill but with different branding.

If you look at the pictures of the 2 treadmills, the Nautilus T616 and Schwinn 870 treadmills appear different in the way the frames have been color-styled.  The same goes for the different color-style of the consoles on both of these treadmills, but they both offer the same features and program variety.

 

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Both the Nautilus T616 and Schwinn 870 offer 26 workout programs, 0-15% incline, a powerful 3.0 CHP motor with speeds up to 12 mph, and large 2.5” crowned rollers for smooth and quiet operation.

Both the Nautilus T616 and Schwinn 870 treadmills offer s a generous running surface of 60” long x 20” wide.  The cushioning of the running deck on these 2 treadmills is referred to differently in the specifications, with the Nautilus T616 featuring a 6 Hex Cell StrikeZone Cushioning System, while the Schwinn 870 features a 6 Cell SoftTrack Cushioning System.

Both the Nautilus T616 and Schwinn 870 treadmills incorporate a dual-track LCD console display and offer Bluetooth connectivity, a USB charging port and data export to MyFitnessPal and/or NautilusConnect for the Nautilus T616 or SchwinnConnect for the Schwinn 870.  Both treadmills allow up to 4 user profiles.

Premium features on both the Nautilus T616 and Schwinn 870 include acoustic chambered speakers for big sound, a 3-speed fan to help keep you cool, and a media shelf to place a book or tablet to help watch the time fly by!

Both treadmills are sturdily built with a 300lb maximum user weight capacity and both feature the SoftDrop folding system to help save space when the treadmill is not in use.

Nautilus T616 conole

Schwinn 870 console

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Useful tip: Jogging for just 30 minutes on a treadmill could burn approx. 465 calories for women or 566 calories for men, dependent on the intensity of the workout.

Let’s take a look at the features and differences in detail between the Nautilus T616 and the Schwinn 830 to help you decide which is the right treadmill for you:

Comparing Schwinn 830 versus Schwinn 870 Treadmill, What's the Difference?

Offering a host of high-end features and plenty of programs to keep your workouts interesting and challenging, the Schwinn 830 and Schwinn 870 are solidly-built high-quality home treadmills that represent excellent value for money.

Both the Schwinn 830 and Schwinn 870 Treadmills feature a SoftTrack cushioning system in the running deck that helps to reduce the impact on your joints, while the large 2.5” crowned rollers help to ensure a smooth and quiet workout.

High-end features included with both the Schwinn 830 and Schwinn 870 Treadmills include:  sound system with acoustic chambered speakers and MP3 input; charging USB port and data export to SchwinnConnect; grip/telemetry enabled heart rate monitor; 3-speed fan; media shelf.

 

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With both treadmills incorporating high-quality features, how do the Schwinn 830 and Schwinn 870 compare and just what are the differences between the two treadmills?

The Schwinn 870 Treadmill is the higher-end and higher-priced model over the Schwinn 830, offering more workout programs and incline levels, along with a host of other up-grades including: a more powerful motor; a longer running belt surface; a thicker cushioned deck; a dual display compared to single; additional user profiles; and Bluetooth connectivity.  (See below for full features and specifications compared.)

Schwinn 830 console with
large single LCD display

Schwinn 870 console with
dual LCD display &
Bluetooth connectivity

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Useful tip: Just a 30 minute jog on a treadmill could burn approx. 465 calories for women and 566 calories for men, dependent on the intensity of the workout

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