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High Intensity Interval Training for Maximum Results
The ProForm SMART HIIT Trainer Pro is the long anticipated answer to the popular Bowflex Max Trainers. This machine compares specifically well to the Bowflex M6 and M8 models. All of these machines are vertical ellipticals with a steep 10” vertical motion that activates more muscle groups and creates a sweat inducing/heart pounding/air gasping workout in no time flat. They use the principles of HIIT workouts to burn more calories and ramp up your metabolism.
For those unfamiliar with HIIT training it stands for “high intensity interval training”, which is the recent rage in the fitness industry. The theory is by alternating intermittent high intensity workouts with cool downs you can achieve better results in less time. In fact, many professional athletes adhere to training regiment.
Read our comparison of the ProForm SMART HIIT Trainers and the Bowflex Max Trainers here.
The ProForm SMART HIIT Trainer Pro comes from the same manufacturer as the well-known NordicTrack brand. Both ProForm and NordicTrack are recognized for providing higher specs at a lower price. You really do get ‘more for your money’ with these brands. Read on to see our comparison of the ProForm SMART HIIT Trainer Pro to the Bowflex Max Trainer M6 and M8 models.
WEEKEND SALE ENDS MONDAY: The ProForm SMART HIIT Trainer Pro has been DISCONTINUED. Instead, you may want to check out the ProForm Carbon H7 which is currently FREE with the purchase of a 3-year iFit Membership.
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Our Review: ProForm SMART HIIT Trainer Pro vs. Bowflex Max Trainer M6 and M8
The main competition for this model is going to be the Bowflex Max Trainer M6 (priced around $1,699) and M8 (priced around $2,299). Both of those machines are comparable in price to ProForm SMART HIIT Pro which is usually priced around $1,999, and sometimes goes on sale for much a lower price. Bowflex also has an M3 model for $999.
Both machines have the ability to track your workouts and make recommendations on training plans. The Bowflex machine uses the Max Intelligence Platform while the SMART HIIT trainer uses iFit Live, both of which require a subscription fee. One major difference here is that the SMART Trainer Pro uses the 10” HD Touchscreen to access this content, while the Bowflex models require you to provide your own device. Overall, if you are looking for a great vertical elliptical for a lower price, you will be very pleased with the SMART HIIT Trainer and SMART HIIT Trainer Pro from ProForm. ProForm stays true to their mission of providing more specs at a lower cost than the competition with this effective machine. If the annual subscription for iFit isn’t something you’ll use (and you don’t mind losing the 10” color touchscreen), then the Bowflex M6 is going to be a comparable option. Read a more in-depth comparison of the two machines here.
The SMART HIIT Trainer and SMART HIIT Trainer Pro are very similar machines with around a $500 difference in price. For the additional money, you will get a 2 lb heavier flywheel, 2 additional programs, a 10″ Smart HD Touchscreen, 2 additional resistance levels, and a 2 yr additional parts warranty. Honestly, the $999 price on the SMART HIIT Trainer is a very attractive offer. You get a lot of machine for a great price. The main attraction to buy the SMART HIIT Trainer Pro is that 10″ Touchscreen. We feel that additional money may be better spent purchasing a smart tablet of your own that you can use both on and off your fitness equipment. So, overall, our top recommendation is that you purchase the SMART HIIT Trainer instead of the SMART HIIT Trainer Pro. Check out a comparison chart of all the ProForm ellipticals.
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