ProForm 9000 Treadmill Review: Is It Your Ultimate Fitness Companion?
By Ben Carter
8.7
Consumers Best Verdict: ProForm Highlights
As a brand, ProForm has built a reputation for feature-forward machines that don’t shred your budget, and the Pro 9000 is their crowd-pleaser. In 2025, it still stands out for value: immersive iFit workouts with AutoAdjust, a roomy running surface, and reliable folding design. It’s not perfect—content is best behind a subscription and the footprint’s no small fry—but for performance per dollar, it’s one of the easiest yeses we’ve seen at Consumer's Best this year.
If you’re eyeing the ProForm Pro 9000, here’s my straight take after digging deep for this proform 9000 review: it’s a powerhouse treadmill that nails the everyday run, the structured training block, and the rainy-day walk alike. The combo of a strong motor, cushioned deck, and that big, class-ready touchscreen makes it feel like a premium studio in your house—without the boutique-price sting. I keep coming back to this: it’s the treadmill most people will actually use and enjoy, not just admire.
In-Depth Look: ProForm Features & Considerations
Core Features & Consumer Benefits
Here’s what actually improves day-to-day training, not just specs on a page.
Immersive touchscreen + iFit classes
A large HD touchscreen (often 22") with iFit brings coached runs, scenic routes, and AutoAdjust that changes speed and incline for you—so workouts feel guided, not guessy.
Serious training range
Speeds up to around 12 mph and incline/decline training (commonly up to 12% and down to about -3%) let you nail hills, intervals, and recovery without leaving home.
Roomy, cushioned deck
A roughly 20" x 60" belt and impact-reducing cushioning help protect joints and give taller runners stride confidence—especially on longer efforts.
SpaceSaver folding design
Hydraulic assist makes it manageable to lift and stow the deck, freeing up floor space when the workout’s done. Small thing, big quality-of-life win.
Smart training tools
Bluetooth heart-rate support and adaptive training features help you progress with less second-guessing; pair a strap and you’re dialed in.
Important Considerations & Potential Downsides
- Best with a subscription
You can use manual modes without iFit, but the screen’s magic really lives in the membership—plan for that ongoing cost.
- It’s big and heavy
Stable is good, but measure your space and mind the ceiling for incline and running posture.
- Delivery and assembly
Assembly can be a two-person, take-your-time job. Pro setup is available in many areas but adds cost.
- Service expectations
Warranty coverage is solid for the class, but responses and parts lead-times can vary—build a little patience into the plan.
Who Is the ProForm Best For?
Everyday runners who want structure
You’ll get guided workouts, progressive plans, and AutoAdjust so training actually sticks.
Value seekers who still want premium feel
You want the big-screen studio vibe without the boutique price tag.
Homes that need to fold the deck
SpaceSaver folding makes it realistic in multipurpose rooms and apartments.
Hill lovers and interval fans
Speed plus incline/decline range keeps training varied and—dare I say—fun.
Beginners ready to build a habit
Press play, follow the coach, and let the treadmill handle the fiddly settings.
