If you’re looking to pick up one of the best treadmills for your home gym, finding the best option can be confusing. Many profiles have similar features and designs, and we know that you’re probably not able to test all of the most popular treadmills yourself.
That’s where we come in. As fitness equipment experts, we test and evaluate as many products as we can get our hands on, including the latest treadmill from ProForm—one of the most popular treadmill brands for home gym owners.
In this ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 review, I’ll share our honest opinion of this compact-yet-capable treadmill, based on extensive testing from our treadmill expert and lead reviewer, Lindsay Scheele, CPT, CNC.
Our ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 Review, Summarized
The ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 treadmill is an excellent mid-range machine for those who want something that’s compact, lightweight, and durable. It doesn’t have all the bells and whistles you’d find on more expensive, commercial-grade treadmills, but if you want something with plenty of incline settings, a built-in screen, and solid warranty coverage, the Carbon Pro 2000 can be an excellent choice.
How We Test Treadmills
For durability, we’re looking to assess both the longevity of a treadmill, as well as the performance during use. This means taking note of any shaking, wobbling, or instability that could compromise our workout experience. To earn an average rating of 3 out of 5 stars, we expect to see a weight capacity of at least 275 pounds, a motor size of at least 2.5 CHP, and little to no instability (even at high speeds).
Since many home gym owners need something that can be moved around with little resistance, we use this category to assess the space requirements of a given treadmill, as well as how easy it is to maneuver within your training space. The average treadmill is roughly 6 feet long and 3 feet wide, so we use this as our baseline for an average 3-out-of-5 rating. We also expect one or two people to be able to easily move the treadmill without much difficulty.
Treadmills typically come with built-in workouts, which can be as simple as a few preset programs, or as complex as streamable, on-demand classes viewable through a large HD touchscreen or separate smart device.
Treadmills can earn 3 out of 5 stars if they have at least a handful of built-in workouts that are easily accessible via the control panel or a compatible app. We give higher scores to treadmills with better interactive programming, live classes, and other such features.
After extensive, hands-on testing, each product is carefully reviewed and scored using our treadmill testing methodology.
This structured testing protocol provides guidance and instruction for clear, detailed testing as we examine each treadmill for a variety of important factors, such as customizations, ergonomics, tech capabilities, overall value, and more.
The GGR testers have years of experience testing fitness equipment. To date, we’ve thoroughly tested and used over 50 treadmills from the likes of popular brands including NordicTrack, Sole, and Peloton, among others. Our team includes certified personal trainers, nutrition coaches, strength athletes, weightlifting coaches, CrossFit enthusiasts, and more.
In 2024, we helped over 7,300 people find their ideal treadmill, and we’re continuously testing as many treadmills as we can get our hands on.
Take your training to the next level with an iFIT family membership on the Carbon Pro 2000 treadmill. Engage in a whole new workout experience as on-demand personal trainers lead you in studio classes and take you all around the world, automatically controlling your treadmill’s speed and incline to give you a unique, hands-free workout.
What our tester says:
“This was very solid and very steady. I didn’t notice any type of shaking on the machine, even at higher speeds.”
What to Know Before You Buy
- The ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 treadmill has incline settings from 0-12%, meaning this cardio machine does not support decline training.
- The 10” HD touchscreen is compatible with iFIT workouts, but our tester found that it wasn’t the most responsive console she’s ever used.
- The built-in ProShox cushioning results in a pleasant running experience, and the treadmill feels very durable with very little wobbling or shaking during use.
ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 Video Review
Is the ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 Worth It?
If you’re looking for a challenging indoor workout, especially when the weather doesn’t permit a jog through your neighborhood, treadmills have shown1 to provide similar physical fitness and weight loss benefits to outdoor running.
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That said, high-quality and worthwhile treadmills aren’t cheap, so it’s important to make sure you’re choosing the right one before you finalize a purchase. Here’s who we think should consider buying the ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 treadmill, as well as a few camps that may be better served with a different cardio silhouette.
Think the Carbon Pro 2000 is still the ideal fit for your training setup? Let’s pick up the pace and dive into the machine’s key features (and how they influenced our overall experience).
ProForm Carbon Pro 2000: Key Features & Specs
| Price | $1,499 (current promotional price) |
| Dimensions | 73.2” L x 34.6″ W x 60.6″ H |
| Deck Size | 60” L x 20” W |
| Foldable? | Yes |
| Step-Up Height | 7.5” |
| Product Weight | 249 lbs (in-box weight) |
| Weight Capacity | 350 lbs |
| Speed Range | 0-12 MPH |
| Incline Range | 0-12% |
| Motor | 3.0 CHP |
| Display & Programming | 10” Smart HD Touchscreen, iFIT integration |
| Warranty | 10-Year Frame, 2-Year Parts, 1-Year Tablet, 1-Year Labor |
Experience Using the ProForm Carbon Pro 2000
Lindsay Scheele, CPT, CNC, spent plenty of time testing this treadmill to prepare for her video review. She ran, walked, and jogged through the expansive iFIT workout library, making note of any noticeable flaws or standout aspects of her training experience. She even moved the treadmill around to test the portability and clocked how easy it was to fold up the deck for post-workout storage.
Overall, she had very positive first impressions of the Carbon Pro 2000. She said it’s comfortable to use, feels very durable, and is lightweight for its size (which lends itself to easier maneuverability).
Lindsay adds that the Carbon Pro 2000 holds its own, too, when compared to the features and workout performance of similarly priced treadmills, such as the Sole F65, Sole F80, or NordicTrack C1250.
She was especially impressed by the built-in programming, noting, “iFIT programming tends to be one of my top picks, especially when it comes to treadmills. They have a ton of program options like walking, interval training, hiking, hill workouts, spring workouts, and more.”
That said, if you’re not planning to use an iFIT subscription, you can probably find a better deal on a treadmill without virtual workout integration. However, Lindsay states that if you’re specifically looking for a treadmill with app compatibility for less than $2,000, this is the one she’d recommend.
If you’re a home gym owner looking for a well-rounded treadmill, the Carbon Pro 2000 can be a worthwhile consideration. It has a powerful motor, high weight capacity, and plenty of virtual workouts through iFIT, which can help keep you inspired to stay consistent with your training from the comfort of your own home.
-Ben Emminger, NASM-CNC, NASM-CSNC
ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 Rating
Footprint and Portability
For the footprint and portability, Lindsay gave the ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 a rating of 4 out of 5.
The Carbon Pro 2000 is a folding treadmill that’s relatively light with a listed in-box weight of 249 pounds. While this may sound like a PR lift initially, there are built-in transport wheels for easier moving endeavors, which can be helpful when trying to rearrange your training space.
If you plan on putting this in a smaller space and don’t want it to take up too much room, the ability to fold and move the treadmill is certainly a positive that we don’t always see in comparable cardio machines.
“This is a fairly light treadmill when we compare it to others with similar features,” Lindsay states. “The entire treadmill weighs less than 250 pounds, and it has wheels on the front, making it easier to maneuver. I wish it had a handlebar on the back to make it easier to grab onto, but otherwise, I don’t have any complaints.”
Delivery and Setup
The Carbon Pro 2000 earns 4 out of 5 stars for delivery and setup, and the ordering process is smooth and efficient. It’s available at several retailers, but when you order from ProForm, shipping to your doorstep is free. For an extra $199, ProForm will assemble the treadmill in a room of your choosing, and for $298, they’ll assemble the treadmill and dispose of an old treadmill you may be replacing.
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These add-on delivery and assembly services can be a useful upgrade, especially for those who aren’t comfortable building their own equipment. We didn’t measure the assembly time, but the assembly instructions seem similar to others we’ve tested and assembled, and we estimate it’ll take around 1-2 hours for two people to assemble.
Durability
Lindsay was also impressed with the durability, especially at this price point, and gave the Carbon Pro 2000 a 4-out-of-5-star rating for the category.
The treadmill’s 3.0-CHP motor has a max speed of 12 MPH, which is what we typically recommend for running and HIIT workout support.
Additionally, Lindsay said that the steel frame and uprights result in a very durable silhouette. Even while pushing the 3.0-CHP motor to the limits for our testing (running and walking at various speeds and inclines), she barely noticed any shaking or wobbling, saying, “It felt super cushioned, super smooth, and there was no point in my run where I felt unstable or unsafe as I was using it.”
Of course, heavier individuals may notice more movement, but overall, this seems to be a very sturdy treadmill comparable to many of the more expensive models we’ve tested.
Customizations
We give the Carbon Pro 2000 5 out of 5 stars for customizations. It can achieve a maximum 12% incline with speeds of up to 12 miles per hour, which is more than the capabilities of your average treadmill (12% max incline, 10 MPH max speed).
When paired with iFIT, you can also use the auto-adjust features. If your virtual instructor says the speed and incline should change, the treadmill will automatically adjust itself.
“Whatever class you’re taking, the treadmill will automatically adjust the incline and speed as needed,” Lindsay says. “This allows you to have a hands-free workout experience.”
There aren’t any decline settings, but this is somewhat rare in the world of treadmills, and we feel this treadmill offers more than enough customizations for most users.
Ergonomics
For the ergonomics, we want to measure how good a treadmill feels during use, and the Carbon Pro 2000 earns 4 out of 5 stars for this category. The 20-inch by 60-inch tread belt is fairly standard-sized for this price point and should leave plenty of room for most users.
It also features built-in ProShox cushioning throughout the deck area, and Lindsay told me, “This is one of the more cushioned decks I’ve ever run on, so if you’re somebody with bad knees or shin splints, I would try this out.”
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Tech Capabilities
For tech capabilities, the Carbon Pro 2000 earns a solid 4 out of 5 stars. It’s good, but not perfect.
“This treadmill offers a 10-inch touchscreen, and I like the size of this display for this treadmill,” Lindsay explains. “However, the screen itself wasn’t the most responsive screen I have ever used. I had to swipe the screen a couple of times before it responded to what I wanted to see.”
The treadmill also has Bluetooth connectivity, a USB-C charging station, a media shelf for your smart device, and high-quality speakers. This means that if you’re not thrilled with the built-in console, you can always use your own phone or tablet to watch Netflix or browse the internet while you train.
One notable missing feature is a built-in heart rate monitor. You can always use a Bluetooth-compatible heart rate monitor or fitness tracker to keep track of your performance, but there aren’t any sensors built into the handles, which we see on many higher-end devices.
While the omitted sensors can be viewed as a letdown, it’s not the end of the world. In our experience, pulse sensors can be somewhat inaccurate at times, and you’ll need to use a wearable heart rate monitor, anyways, if you’d like to utilize iFIT’s ActivePulse features, which adjusts your treadmill settings automatically to keep your heart rate in a specific training zone.
Conveniences
The treadmill also earns 4 out of 5 stars for conveniences, as it has most of the features we’ve come to expect from a treadmill at this price point.
The Carbon Pro 2000 boasts a built-in workout fan for cooling yourself, as well as two cupholders and the aforementioned media shelf. That said, Lindsay found that the fan itself had a few issues, which is why we didn’t give this the full 5-star rating.
“The treadmill has a built-in CoolAire fan, and honestly, it’s both really good and really not good,” explains Lindsay. “It puts out a lot of air, but it’s not adjustable. One of our testers is about 5 feet tall, and found that it hit her chest. Another, who’s over 6 feet tall, noted that the air hit his stomach. Ideally, you want airflow to your face, so for me, this fan is a miss.”
Dynamic Programming
For dynamic programming, we give this treadmill 5 out of 5 stars thanks to its iFIT integration, which is one of our favorite workout apps for virtual classes. In addition to running, iFIT offers workout modules for strength training, cycling, pilates, HIIT, yoga, and more.
However, you’ll need an iFIT Pro subscription, which costs $39 per month, as the more affordable iFIT Train subscription isn’t compatible with built-in touchscreens. You’ll also need to have your treadmill on a strong Wi-Fi network. The Carbon Pro 2000 is built to work seamlessly with iFIT, and Lindsay told me that if someone wasn’t planning on using the service, they may want to choose a more affordable treadmill that doesn’t have the built-in screen, as these streamable classes are one of the main selling points.
Value
This treadmill is priced right around the average cost for something of this size, and Lindsay gives it 4 out of 5 stars for value.
“When I compare what this treadmill offers at the price point to others on the market, I think this is actually a very fair price,” says Lindsay. “It’s similar to others I’ve tested from Sole and NordicTrack, and I really love the cushioning on the Carbon Pro 2000.”
Customer Experience
The ProForm customer experience earns a 4-out-of-5-star rating. If you need help at any time, there’s an AI-powered chat box on the website that can try to answer your questions immediately.
If you need further assistance (or prefer to speak with a human), you can also call ProForm or send them an email.
In terms of product support, ProForm offers a 10-year frame warranty, a two-year parts warranty, a one-year tablet warranty for the screen, and a one-year labor warranty. We’d love to see slightly longer coverage windows, as some of the best brands offer 15-year treadmill warranties (or greater), but this is still pretty good, especially for the price.
Customer Reviews
While ProForm doesn’t list customer reviews on the company site, we were able to find some online testimonials from other retailers. Overall, most people seem to be quite happy with their purchase, though reviews are somewhat limited compared to other treadmills we’ve tested over the years.
In particular, reviews mentioned the sturdy construction and comfortable ergonomics, along with conveniences like the built-in fan and scenic walks.
ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 Vs
As you can expect, the ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 is certainly not the only treadmill on the market. So, let’s compare it to a few other popular options from NordicTrack and Sole.
We’ll start with the NordicTrack Commercial 1750, which is one of our current top picks for the best treadmill for home gyms. Compared to the Carbon Pro 2000, the 1750 has a higher price tag but offers decline settings, a larger screen, and a lifetime motor warranty, which many users may prefer. Both options are compatible with iFIT, so those who prefer a more budget-friendly option may still want to choose the Carbon Pro 2000.
For more, read our full NordicTrack Commercial 1750 review.
We also love the Sole F63, which is an even more budget-friendly option with a price tag lingering around $1,300. It doesn’t have built-in streaming capabilities like the Carbon Pro 2000, but it offers higher incline settings (15%) and better warranty coverage at a lower cost. For those on a budget, the Sole F63 can be a great alternative to the Carbon Pro 2000.
To learn more about this budget-friendly cardio machine, be sure to check out our Sole F63 Treadmill review.
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| Speed Range | 0-12 MPH | 0 – 12 mph | 0.5 – 12 mph |
| Incline Range | 0-12% | -3% – 12% | 15 levels |
| Deck Size | 60” L x 20” W | 60″ L x 22″ W | 60″ L x 20″ W |
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| Display | 10″ HD touchscreen | Pivoting 16″ touchscreen | 6.5″ backlit LCD |
Final Verdict of Our ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 Review
If you’re looking for an affordable, compact, iFIT-enabled treadmill that should fit in most home gyms, the ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 can be a great choice. The built-in touchscreen allows you to follow virtual workouts, there are plenty of speed and incline settings, and the treadmill feels very durable and stable, according to our tester.
Lindsay also said this is one of the most comfortable treadmills she’s used, and she loves the ergonomics and cushioning, especially at this price point. Here are a final few notes to help you decide whether this ProForm offering is worthy of a spot in your home training space:
- The Carbon Pro 2000 is foldable, maneuverable, and durable with a listed 350-lb weight capacity.
- The 10-inch Smart HD touchscreen makes it easy to follow along to virtual workouts, though it’s not the most responsive screen we’ve tested.
- Unless you’re significantly taller than the average person, the 20-inch by 60-inch running surface should provide plenty of space to comfortably perform any kind of training intensity.
ProForm Carbon Pro 2000 Review: FAQs
Can I use the Carbon Pro 2000 without iFIT?
You won’t be able to access any virtual workouts, but you can still use the treadmill in manual mode without an iFIT membership. That said, we recommend signing up for the training platform subscription in order to get the absolute most out of your cardio machine.
How long do ProForm treadmills last?
The exact life of your treadmill depends on how often it’s used, but most ProForm treadmills have a 10-year warranty, so it can be relatively safe to expect roughly 10 years of use assuming you’re supporting your machine with proper care and treadmill maintenance.
What is the weight limit on the Carbon Pro 2000?
The Carbon Pro 2000 has a 350-pound weight limit.
References
- Singh, G., Kushwah, G., Singh, T., Ramírez-Campillo, R., & Thapa, R. K. (2022). Effects of six weeks outdoor versus treadmill running on physical fitness and body composition in recreationally active young males: a pilot study. PeerJ, 10, e13791. https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.13791
