Iâm still undecided about this stair stepper, so this review is based on my experience so far. I own a fitness studio in Michigan and purchased it for our gym. Before buying, I spoke with the company several times to make sure it could be used in a commercial facility. They described it as having a commercial-grade frame, although that doesnât always mean a machine is intended for commercial use.
We havenât had it for very long, so I canât speak to how it will hold up with consistent gym use. Thatâs one of my biggest concerns, and Iâll need more time to see how it handles the wear and tear.
There are also a few things Iâve noticed early on. The steps used to get on the machine stick out, and Iâve seen quite a few people walk into them. I understand theyâre there to help people get on safely, but I wish the design worked a little better in a gym setting.
As a trainer, Iâve also noticed that the machine takes a bit to reach the selected speed. I find myself explaining to clients when they get on that it will gradually get faster. The stop can feel a little jarring, too. I understand the safety features may be designed with home use in mind, including households with pets, but the experience doesnât always feel as smooth as Iâd like.
Overall, I donât think itâs a bad machine. Iâm just still getting a feel for it and have some concerns about the design and long-term durability in a gym environment. Iâd like to spend more time with it before making a final judgment.