Spirit Z9 Treadmill Review

The Z9 treadmill is one of Spirit's most popular models. Although a relatively new design, it is in a price range where Spirit has always been a top contender. Now that their treadmills are built overseas, they have gotten away from the dull boxy look, to a more streamline design.

You'll find the Spirit Z9 selling for approximately $1,300. In that price range they offer some of the best components you'll find. That includes a powerful 3.0 continuous duty motor that has a 30 year warranty. In other words, you get a motor that should last the life of the treadmill and more.

It is built with 2.5" rollers. With rollers the bigger the better, simply because a larger roller means fewer rotations. This extents the life of not only the roller, but the bearings, belt and motor. Which are some of the components most likely to wear out. The deck is 1" thick, and can withstand the impact of a runner or a weight challenged individual.

For the price you are also getting heart rate control, a six window LED display and a reasonable sized 20" x 55" walking/running surface. When you look at the complete package it is a "Good" value.

Spirit Z9 Treadmill Reviews

Our Review

Having worked with a company that use to private label Spirit Treadmills, we are familiar with this brand. With this particular model the only factor that is keeping it from being the best in its class, is the intensity of the competition. And that competition includes Sole Treadmills, which are built by the same manufacturer.

This treadmill is built to can handle walking and lite jogging. Other models to consider are:

Sole F80 - Walking/Jogging Treadmill
Smooth 5.45 - Walking Treadmill

Also see the Spirit Z500 Treadmill.