Wellfit TM029 Treadmill Review: Run or Walk Anywhere

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Build Quality

I put the TM029 together myself. There aren’t too many steps, and I had it assembled without help in about an hour. Honestly, it would have been faster if I had gotten some help taking everything out of the box, but at least my efforts show that doing it by yourself (even if you are a rather small person) is doable.

Frame

The deck is pretty solidly built. It’s the best part of the treadmill, in my opinion. It has a nice steel alloy frame and is reinforced well.

Most of the assembly involves attaching cosmetic parts. These attach with screws instead of bolts. I prefer the bolts that most treadmills use, but the TM029’s plastic components seem pretty secure.

The uprights are steel, but they aren’t too thick. I do not recommend using the treadmill arms to support yourself, as they aren’t that sturdy. They provide guidance and balance for staying centered on the treadmill deck, though.

Don’t place your full weight on the treadmill uprights and arms; they aren’t designed for it.

The TM029 has a 500-lb weight capacity. We don’t have a way to test this in our studio, unfortunately. Based on our testing, we recommend a weight limit of 265 lbs for running. Lower forces are generated during walking, allowing you to exceed our weight recommendation.

Factors that impact a treadmill’s weight capacity include the frame’s design, the deck thickness, and motor power.

I was also impressed by the leveling feet on the TM029. They are large, providing the deck with a lot of support.

Motor

Another strength of the TM029 is its motor. The motor is rated as a 4.5 HP motor, which is the kind of power we look for in a running treadmill. There’s a lot more to motor quality than just the horsepower rating, but it’s a good starting point.

The TM029’s 4.5 HP motor allows you to run for up to two hours.

Wellfit recommends letting the motor rest for at least 10 minutes for every 2 hours of use. Because this is not a commercial machine, I think 2 hours of use per day, especially if you are running, is probably a good limit. However, if you give the motor that rest time, you should be good to go again if desired. Just remember to turn the treadmill off when it’s not in use.

The TM029’s speed range is 0 to 10 miles per hour.

Incline training on the TM029 is great. It has 10 levels of incline. The treadmill is flat when set to level 0. I measured level 10 to be 10.7% incline. This range is really nice for such a compact treadmill, and I felt stable while using it while walking and running.

As for responsiveness, this motor is on the slower side. It adjusts speed and incline at a steadier pace, which makes the treadmill feel safer and more stable. It’s not as ideal for HIIT workouts, but I think they are still doable.

I measured the noise level at 3 mph and 10 mph. The results were 51 dB and 65.6 dB, respectively. Then, when I inclined the treadmill while it was running at 3 miles per hour, the noise level was 53.5 dB.

Compared to other treadmills we have tested, the TM029 is fairly quiet and produces noise that’s comparable to a dryer.

Deck

We measured the belt and got 19” x 53”, so just keep in mind that the running surface is a little more compact than the average residential or commercial fitness treadmill (20 to 22” wide and 60” long).

Most runners should be able to run up to 6 miles per hour comfortably, but faster speeds may require you to shorten your stride.

I didn’t have any trouble running on the TM029. Most of my runs were at a maximum speed of 7 miles per hour, though. I think many runners might have a harder time hitting the top speed without running out of room.

The TM029 is more cushioned than running on the road but firm compared to treadmills from Horizon and NordicTrack.

The deck is ¾” of an inch thick. This thickness is pretty typical for a residential treadmill. It’s comparable to what we see in Sole and NordicTrack treadmills, for instance. A thicker deck is more durable, as it increases the load a treadmill can bear and reduces the likelihood of the deck cracking.

As I mentioned before, the deck has a 6” step-up height, so it’s pretty low profile. There are footrails on either side of the deck. These footrails have little plastic extenders that feel very secure, much to my surprise. You can stand on them when needed.

The plastic footrail supports are very sturdy and attach to the deck with screws.

Warranty

Wellfit gives you a 3-year warranty on the frame. This is much shorter than the standard 10-year warranty we encounter on more expensive treadmills, but it’s longer than the 1-year warranty on cheap machines. I would like it if the warranty were a little longer, but it’s not far off what I expect at this price point.

The parts warranty (including the motor) is rather short. Parts are only covered for 180 days, while most treadmills have a 1-year parts warranty.

Should You Buy the Wellfit TM029 Treadmill

The Wellfit TM029 is a lightweight treadmill that supports up to two hours of walking or jogging at a time. It is easy to move around and wouldn’t be a bad choice for a walker or runner who needs a small treadmill for an apartment. It’s more durable than most budget treadmills, too, ensuring you can do a substantial amount of training.

My favorite features on the TM029 are the onboard training programs and Bluetooth connectivity. The Wellfit app is free and connects to the treadmill so you can record your training and follow along with outdoor classes. You can also connect the treadmill to apps like Zwift and Peloton.

The Wellfit TM029 is more compact, so it may not be the best option for advanced runners who need a longer deck and a higher speed limit. Yet, for beginner to intermediate exercisers, it’s a great space-saving option!

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