Sunny Health & Fitness Smart Upright Elliptical w/Pulse Sensor Built-in, Indoor Full-Body Cross-Training & Cardio Exercise Machine for Home, Free SunnyFit App Connection, Optional Long Stride Length

100 Miles Later, Thoughts–I feel healthier, I look better, I've burned off some of my too-much-screentime pudge, I have finally grown a fat butt (in the good way).I started real slow, short bursts, going only until I started huffing/puffing. First time: level 1, 8 mph, made it 0.3 miles. [Yeah, I know, don't shame me.] I have physical disabilities: I cannot bike, run, swim, jump. This is the only repetitive-motion workout (machine) that does not cause me harm.Careful never to push myself: because if I got hurt using it, I know I would stop using it, for months. Slowly stepped myself up to faster/longer. By one month: level 1, 12 mph, nearly a mile. Now: level 2, 15 mph, 2 miles. [Hey, for someone who has been derelict for 12+ years... Don't judge me.] I use it at least twice a week, before I take a shower, having made it part of my routine. [Or if I am passing by and want to power through a quick mile, if I'm feeling like a fatty.]This elliptical has a shorter ‘gait’ than others, looks a little odd. Consider: power walking looks silly, yet it works well, which is why people do it: same concept. Shift your weight slightly and use completely different muscles. If getting tired: twist instead at your knees, thighs, hips, waist, shoulders: work more of yourself, differently. Push/pull with your arms instead to relieve some pressure from the legs. An all-around decent workout.I did not need the Bluetooth-enabled display. I care only about how far I get at what speed, and don't need my phone judging me. [Or any insurance companies buying/selling my exercise progress.] Should you care about such things, or if you require an external source judging you: spend the extra money to track your progress.The motion is smooth, but occasionally the back-end starts getting a little ‘grindy’ in tone, but that usually passes. I thought I was going to have to grease the gears, so to speak, when it started sounding worse for a few sessions, but that went away of a sudden one day and hasn't returned. The right handle clicks a bit if I grip the top-half, but again only intermittently. [A crack inside the handle, mayhap? Squeeze it just wrong and it can be heard.] Overall, this elliptical is not silent, but also not loud.Starting out from stagnancy is difficult/discouraging, but worth it, if you keep it up. Make it a part of your routine, do not push yourself too hard, and do not deviate (more than one skip-day here and not-often there). Run yourself a little less hard/long if you don't feel up to it, but do not quit. Quitters only grow fatter assess (in the bad way).For your health: here is a good, affordable, reliable choice.

The media could not be loaded. This machine is decent for the price. It isn’t PERFECT, but it’s decent. I’ve only had it for two days and have used it both days. I had the Amazon people assemble it. They were nice and professional. My ONLY complaint about this machine is the fact that every time I use it (which is generally 30-45 minutes at a time. 3 of the screws in one area get loose (mid workout) which causes it to move a little, and eventually make a squeaking sound if you don’t tighten them up. You can continue on with your workout without tightening them, but I want them right. It takes about 4 seconds to tighten them, so it’s not like you TOTALLY interrupt your workout, but it is a little annoying. I say a “little” annoying because this was only $150 so for that price, you really can’t complain TOO much. The squeaking sound isn’t loud, you can’t hear it through your headphones, but you kinda know it’s squeaking because as I said, the machine moves differently also. Other than that, the machine is VERY quiet. You wont disturb anyone, family, neighbors, etc. I live in an apartment and I’m on the top floor, so I definitely needed a quiet machine. I’ve included a video so you can hear the machine. The machine is easy to move around, and it’s battery operated, so there are no cords. This machine gives you a great workout even on the first resistance level. You will be dripping in sweat, and there are 7 other levels, so you can really grow into doing more with this machine. You can also pedal in the reverse motion if that’s your thing. If I can find away to stop the screws from becoming lose. I would give this machine a full 4 stars.

So I love this Elliptical for the quietness, and space saver it is, but perhaps this is just my unit but there is an exceeding amount of grease/oil at the joint where the left pedal meets the actual body of the elliptical. It's not a BIG deal but it gets everywhere for some reason after an intense workout, and it doesn't clean up easily. I assume over time this will lessen. I'm sure the thing is put together correctly, as the right foot has no issues, and was assembled the same way. I do also notice the left joint/body area loosens and gets louder over a few workouts, and I've had to re-tighten several times already. Again, for the price, this is no issue and I don't mind tightening it occasionally.Building this was a bit time consuming and the biggest issue I had was the tension cable attachment, as you're almost forced the break the darn thing to get it to work. I watched videos, but it always seemed like they had more slack that this tension cable (yes it was at the lowest tension as the directions indicate, but it wasn't enough). I made it work and I was cursing all the way. Works fine, and all the other elements work well.Overall I'd give this a 4/5 for some odd quirks but the quietness, ease of use and how good of a workout it gives, it's a worthwhile purchase, just make sure you put down something especially if you're on carpet for my note above.***Update: I received great support from Sunny and confirmed it was put together correctly and the grease should dissipate over time but did offer replacement parts if need be. Now a 5/5 is definitely deserved!