This is an excellent Elliptical Machine Ellipse Leg Exerciser. With so much arthritis in my joints and knee problems, using the automatic mode allows the process to start on strengthing the ligaments and break down the arthritis. There is a manual mode as well. Extremely quiet, easy to use and light enough to pick up and move around if needed. I'm glad that I did a lot of comparing and not giving in to the infomercial until. This is by far better. Read more
What a great product! I'm utterly delighted with it. I have end-stage COPD and so very limited in the amount of exercise I'm able to do. This imposes no strain on my legs or lungs, is quiet and cut off automatically when the 15 minutes have finished. Great value. Great function. High recommended! Read more
easy to use and comfortable. really helps. Read more
Nothing difficult to set up nor operate. Once you set equipment to your specific level/pace, Sit and pedal manually or automatic on varying levels. Have a newspaper, iPhone, tablet, tv, music handy and before you know it time has elapsed;-). Have Used it daily. Legs knees feel great with no issues using this. Not difficult to operate with minimal noise level. Hardy and sturdy. Equipment is a tad heavy to lift but overall Good value. Remote is handy. Two drawbacks:: 1) feet will slip off pedals if pedaling too fast so straps come in handy 2)electrical cord could be a bit longer NOTE:: Abt feet sliding off pedals issue, if you go shoeless wearing only socks, NO problem with slippage encountered. ;-). Also can use with bare feet to really feel the nodes on pedals. Still using daily. Started level 12 in June twice a day. Hubby has been using since June daily as well. Amazing Read more
I looked at so many options before I ordered this Merach stepper elliptical machine and I'm thrilled with it! I wanted something basic yet effective, super quiet, easy to operate and lightweight. I got everything but the lightweight part, but thats subjective. For an old lady, this is not easy to lift and tote around, but it's possible (easier if you have sled dogs you can tie it to). I think I'll leave it where it landed cuz I use it there. The stepper has a remote control to run it but I've also discovered a certain channel put in my TV remote will turn the machine on too -- surprise!! That's kind of weird, especially because the machine remote has to be pointed directly at it to work. So the remote works fine and is easy to use or you can reach down and use the controls between your feet. There are different speeds and you can go forward and backward. The movement is smooth and very quiet, which are both important to me. Two other things I like about this: it doesn't have to be electrically powered to move but also works on human effort (and it requires real effort either forward or backward), and it has resistance handpulls that can be attached to both sides to work your arms too. This part is only through human efforts, so put your back into it and get a more thorough workout. This is a great product except for two things I don't like but never considered before buying. One is the darn plug cord is way too short!!! Like my new coffee maker, you're required to plug it into the most inconvenient spot available and that is super annoying! So mine is on an extension cord, but I don't appreciate the company being too cheap and lazy to make the plug humanely. The other thing is not just for this stepper elliptical but probably all of them. Never was height or angle talked about. You need to position this properly but you also have to be positioned properly. If you're vertically-challenged (uh, short) like many of us are, this is not as easy as it seems. The height is not adjustable, nor is mine, so I have to find the right chair and position and distance the machine according to my needs. Turns out that's a lot of work and effort so I was able to put off my workout that day. But make sure you consider ahead of purchase where the tiny plug can go and how you can reach it comfortably. The machine does come with a piece of nonslip stuff that's often used as shelf liner to keep your dishes from sliding. I haven’t used it because I put the machine on carpet and it sticks like glue. I can't even push it much so it's very stable here. I can't say about that small square of rubber shelf liner stuff. This review is honest based on my use, perceptions and flights of fancy, and I hope it helped you decide whatever or at least gave you more questions to help you make your excellent choice. Just because I'm happy with this purchase doesn't mean it's right for you -- do your due diligence and then buy it, lol!! Get moving and you might feel better! BTW, if your knees are iffy, start slow for just a minute or two several times a day and you can build up to more without causing pain. That worked for me! Read more
Super easy to set up. The remote control works well several different levels. Works great to use while working as it propels itself if you choose that option so if you are concentrating on something you don’t stop. Great deal for the price. It has a very smooth motion with a little height lift and noise similar to a fan running. The size is large. I have kid size feet so to me. It’s really big but would accommodate pretty much anyone most of the settings burn 50 to 66 cal for 15 minutes of use. I love it so much. I’m thinking of getting a second one for Home. Read more
The power switch is in the back next to the power cord. It took me a minute to figure that out. Seems like it is well made; very quiet. Great for seniors or anyone with weak leg muscles because it moves without any pressure or effort. Read more
Overall okay if you just need circulation. No tension to this at all and it cuts off no matter what the program you have it under after 15 minutes. No option for non-powered movements. It’s not that heavy to move around and it doesn’t scoot. The remote comes in handy so I don’t have to reach under my desk every 15 minutes to turn it back on. Read more
