Horizon Fitness Brand
Company
Horizon belongs to Johnson Health Tech, an organization committed in designing and manufacturing health products for both local gyms and homes. They are the 5th largest fitness equipment manufacturer in the world. Vision, Cateye and Matrix are other brands that are under Johnson.
Their manufacturing facilities rank among the most sophisticated in the industry, with clean rooms that eliminate impurities and an intricate mix of robotics and skilled workers that maintain the highest standards of accuracy and quality.
Horizon strives for customer satisfaction. From providing retailers with on-time delivery to providing quality in-home service, scheduled at your convenience, and only a phone call away.
Pros
Horizon treadmills have good motors; all who which are warranted for a good duration. Other than the base models, you can expect at least a 2.0 continuous duty motor.
The running space on most Horizon treadmills is good. Again, besides the base model you can expect a belt size of 20 x 55 inch.
The overall rating on these fitness equipment are average. They are nothing spectacular, just a decent mid end treadmill.
Cons
The production of all of the Horizon line has been moved to China. The packaging on these machines is nothing short of spectacular, especially considering the price.
The reliability, quality and warranty on the Horizon models are of concern. These aspects are all related. A flaw in one will have a domino effect on the others.
Summary
The outlook of Horizon is promising. They will continue to eat up market share from other low-priced competitors and from Vision since their units are made alongside many of the Vision units.
One thing to note is Horizon treadmills are low-mid end machines. They specialize in the $1,000 – $1,500 range. We do not suggest its base model. Horizon treadmills are not for serious runners, but rather for those seeking a budget machine.
Horizon treadmills are better than the Icon collection. However, we would suggest other and better mid end brands.
