With the ongoing worldwide health crisis, maintaining an active lifestyle from the comfort of one’s home has become a major priority for many. Treadly is an innovative company dedicated to developing a home treadmill designed for small spaces and ease of use, incorporating intelligent, connected technology to encourage consistent exercise. The company has recently launched its latest iteration, the second-generation model, which boasts an exceptionally small footprint alongside enhancements to its internal components, allowing it to accommodate a greater range of user weights and providing improved cooling for longer workout sessions.

Basics

The Treadly boasts a surprisingly compact build – the base measures only 3.7 inches in height and weighs a mere 77 pounds. The entire walking surface is 56 inches in length and 25 inches in width. A convenient, foldable handle extends for increased pace during jogging and retracts for focused walking sessions.

Key performance metrics are clearly displayed on a screen integrated directly into the deck, providing a straightforward black and white readout of speed, step count, workout duration, and distance covered. The handrail incorporates manual speed adjustments, and the Treadly 2 can be operated using either a dedicated remote (for the standard model) or via Bluetooth connectivity through the Treadly app (currently available for iOS, with an Android version planned for release) on the Treadly 2 Pro.

A built-in Bluetooth speaker enables wireless audio streaming from your smartphone and preferred music applications. The Treadly iOS app also provides access to interactive community training programs and live video features. Treadly is also enhancing the app with new group functionalities, allowing users to create personalized communities and participate in challenges centered around achievements like step count milestones.

Design and features

Treadly boasts a remarkably small footprint, making it an excellent choice for those with limited living space. Its low profile allows it to easily fit underneath many sofas, and it can also be conveniently stored upright against a wall or within a closet. The treadmill’s aesthetic is also appealing and understated, ensuring it blends into its surroundings rather than appearing as bulky exercise equipment even when left visible.

The integrated display on the treadmill deck itself is a thoughtful design choice, contributing to the overall compact dimensions while still providing users with the performance data typically found on home gym machines. While mounting the display on the folding handlebar might offer easier viewing, it would inevitably increase the treadmill’s size. Furthermore, slightly limiting access to these statistics could be beneficial for some, as excessive focus on metrics can sometimes make a workout feel more challenging than necessary.

The standard model includes a functional and compact remote control, complete with a wrist strap for secure keeping during use. The incorporated Bluetooth speaker, while not exceptional, is perfectly adequate for providing audio accompaniment if you don’t have alternative speakers or headphones available.

Regarding the actual experience of walking or running on the Treadly 2, it generally performs well, though with certain considerations: It’s important to understand that this treadmill isn’t intended to replicate a traditional indoor running experience. Despite its impressive weight capacity for a treadmill of its size, the maximum speed is 5 mph, which represents a light jog for many individuals. When the handrail is lowered, the maximum speed decreases to 3.7 mph, equivalent to a fast-paced walk.

Considering its compact size, this performance is quite noteworthy—particularly because the Treadly 2’s enhanced cooling system allows for unlimited use at the 5 mph setting. For individuals seeking to counteract a sedentary lifestyle while primarily staying indoors, the Treadly 2’s speed options are more than sufficient, and will likely meet the needs of most users, with the exception of those engaged in advanced fitness training.

Bottom line

The Treadly 2 represents a treadmill designed for the modern lifestyle, successfully integrating ease of use, interactive elements, structured workouts, digital management, and a compact form factor at a competitive price point beginning at $749 for the Basic model and $849 for the Pro, further reduced with current New Year promotional offers. It offers a practical alternative to the Peloton, potentially fostering consistent use, and serves as an excellent method for maintaining fitness throughout the extended winter season and the challenges of today’s world.