The Schwinn 470 looks the part. The dual screen display, multiple user profile, vast array of workouts, and Explore the World App gives the Schwinn 470 a striking number of great features for an elliptical under $1000. The best model for families who work out at different paces and the best overall elliptical on our list.

Schwinn 470 Specs

• Resistance Levels – 25
• Bluetooth – Yes
• Display – 2 LCD Screens
• Built in Speakers – Yes
• Cooling Fan – Yes (3 powers)
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• Programmable – You can program up to four people into the Schwinn 470’s onboard computer so everyone in the family can track their fitness goals. 29 different workouts come programmed into this great machine.
• Intuitive and Beautiful Display – The dual display is easy to use and gives you tons of info.

If you want to feel like you’re going places even when you’re stationary, it’s time to check out Nautilus’s E616. The E616 comes pre-loaded with several resistance levels and pre-loaded workouts but it can also link to Explore the World. Explore the World let’s you sail through a Japanese garden or national park directly from your living room. The best elliptical if you bore easily.

Nautilus E616 Specs

• Resistance Levels – 25
• Bluetooth – Yes
• Display – Dual LCD display
• Built in Speakers – Yes
• Cooling Fan – Yes
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• So Many Workouts – There are already 29 pre-loaded workouts but with the Explore the World app you can link dozens more.
• Deep Discounts – The Nautilus normally retails for around $1500 but is available now at under $900.

By design all ellipticals are low impact but the EX59 GO concentrates on this quality with a short distance between the pedals, low set pedals for easy onboard, and large articulating pedal pads for comfort. If you need to exercise but have achy joints the EX59 GO takes an elliptical’s low impact qualities a step further than most.

EX59 GO Specs

• Resistance Levels – 10
• Bluetooth – Yes
• Display – 5” LCD
• Built in Speakers – Yes
• Cooling Fan – Yes
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• Award Winner – 2021 FitProf Best Elliptical under $1000
• Easy – Anyone can set up in about a half hour. Intuitive controls are easy for all age groups.

The Schwinn 430 comes with tons of great workouts, programs, and a dual screen to help you maintain and track your fitness goals. You can easily pull up past workouts to compare times or goals for up to two users. Fitness is more fun when you’re competing against someone.

Schwinn 430 Specs

• Resistance Levels – 20
• Bluetooth – No
• Display – Dual LCD Display
• Built in Speakers – Yes
• Cooling Fan – Yes, 3 settings
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• Variable Workouts – With 20 resistance levels, 6 incline options, and a boatload of workouts you can mix up your workouts to keep things fresh.
• Big and Easy – The 430 comes with large, cushioned pedal pads, a 20” stride length, and a 300 lb. weight capacity. It’s built to take on loads and heavy workouts.

Body Power’s 3 in 1 combines an elliptical, upright bike, and recumbent bike into one solid workout machine. All 3 workouts are low impact to help you get into shape without killing your knees. A 3 in 1 is a smart choice if you get bored with the same routine.

Body Power 3 in 1 Specs

• Resistance Levels – Manual resistance adjustment
• Bluetooth – No
• Display – LCD
• Built in Speakers – No
• Cooling Fan – No
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• 3 in 1 – You get to choose between three different workout machines. A simple pull and latch system lets you change equipment easily.
• Tons of Programs – Despite the low-price tag the 3 in 1 comes pre-loaded with 21 unique programs.

The Sole E25 has everything you need for a great workout including several resistance levels, 10 pre-loaded workouts, fan, Bluetooth connectivity, and more. Normally a Sole E25 would cost at least $1500 but thanks to holiday sales and promotions you can snag it now for under $1000.

Sole E25 Specs

• Resistance Levels – 20
• Bluetooth – Yes
• Display – 6.5
• Built in Speakers – Yes
• Cooling Fan – Yes
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• Tremendous Value – The Sole 25 is available now with deep price cuts. Take advantage before they run out of stock.
• An Awesome Flywheel – The flywheel provides resistance and smooths your elliptical ride. The Sole E25’s large 19” flywheel keeps things quiet even when you’re going for broke.

Sunny Health and Fitness’s elliptical packs a surprising number of features into a great price point. It’s got more than a dozen resistance levels, two dozen unique workout programs, and an LCD to track your moves. It doesn’t come with Bluetooth but with a low price there’s plenty of money left over for a Bluetooth speaker.

Sunny Health and Fitness Elliptical Specs

• Resistance Levels – 16
• Bluetooth – No
• Display – LCD
• Built in Speakers – No
• Cooling Fan – No
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• Most Programs Under $500 – This elliptical comes with the most resistance and pre-loaded workouts for any of our ellipticals under $500.
• Steel Construction – Steel over aluminum gives you a tough machine that can handle large frames and up to 330 lbs.

The Niceday is built for both people whose waist sizes have gotten out of hand and taller people. This elliptical cross trainer is built with large pedals, more robust handlebars, and a 400 lab weight limit. If you’re looking to really slim down the Niceday will support you. It comes with several resistance levels to continually up your game and a smart LCD screen to track workouts and results.

Niceday Cross Trainer Specs

• Resistance Levels – 16
• Display – LCD
• Built in Speakers – No
• Cooling Fan – Yes
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• Heavy Duty – Most ellipticals on our list support 300 lbs. at most but the Niceday can handle up to 400 lbs.
• Customer Service – The Niceday is backed with a lifetime warranty and direct online customer service. Niceday boasts that all messages are responded to within 24 hours.

The Schwinn 470 looks the part. The dual screen display, multiple user profile, vast array of workouts, and Explore the World App gives the Schwinn 470 a striking number of great features for an elliptical under $1000. The best model for families who work out at different paces and the best overall elliptical on our list.

Schwinn 470 Specs

• Resistance Levels – 25
• Bluetooth – Yes
• Display – 2 LCD Screens
• Built in Speakers – Yes
• Cooling Fan – Yes (3 powers)
• Heart Rate Monitor – Yes

• Affordable Workout – Ellipticals aren’t normally cheap, but the 2 in 1 is. You can get a great bang for your buck with the 2 in 1.
• Has Your Features – It’s affordable but you still have needed features like different resistant levels, a display to track your workout, and an adjustable seat to keep you comfortable.

You can’t exactly pack up a traditional elliptical and take it to the office, but you can with the Stamina Inmotion. The Inmotion is a small pedal-only system that won’t burn calories like a full elliptical but is meant for on the go exercise. You can place the Inmotion below your desk or couch to help get some movement when you’d otherwise be sitting still.

Stamina Inmotion Elliptical Specs

• Resistance Levels – Manual resistance knob
• Display – N/A
• Built in Speakers – No
• Cooling Fan – No
• Heart Rate Monitor – No

• Workout Anywhere – The Inmotion is small and can be taken virtually anywhere. Get a good workout in while you file taxes or play video games.
• Great Price – You can get Inmotion Ellipticals for every member of your family at the same price as many of the above ellipticals.