Key facts
- Peloton launched the Tread Flex, its cheapest treadmill, for $2,195.
- The Tread Flex can be folded upright, reducing its floor space by 50% and offering a smaller footprint than the Bike Plus when stored.
- The treadmill features caster wheels for maneuverability and a two-cylinder release system that lowers the deck in about 25 seconds.
- The Tread Flex has a 21.5-inch Full HD swivel screen but lacks built-in Sonos speakers and motion-tracking cameras.
- Existing treadmills were rebranded as Tread Vision ($3,495, a $200 price increase) and Tread Plus Vision ($6,695, same price).
- New software features include personalized pace targets and ReRun, which allows users to upload outdoor run data to the treadmill.
Peloton is expanding its treadmill lineup with the introduction of the Tread Flex, its most affordable model to date, priced at $2,195. The new treadmill is designed to address user demand for a more easily stowed machine, featuring a foldable design that reduces its floor space by 50% and offers a smaller footprint than the Bike Plus when stored upright. It also includes caster wheels for maneuverability and a gradual deck lowering mechanism that takes approximately 25 seconds.
While the Tread Flex has a 21.5-inch Full HD swivel screen, it lacks the built-in Sonos speakers and motion-tracking cameras found on its pricier counterparts. However, it will still have access to Peloton's AI-powered software, including personalized pace targets and the new ReRun feature, which allows users to replicate outdoor runs on the treadmill with automatic incline adjustments based on elevation data.
Peloton also announced refreshes to its existing treadmills, rebranding them as the $3,495 Tread Vision and $6,695 Tread Plus Vision. The Vision models feature improved deck cushioning, redesigned jump buttons, and enhanced motion-tracking cameras that enable new running analysis features. The company is emphasizing that the Tread Flex is particularly suited for walkers, hikers, and individuals with limited living space.