WalkingPad Z1 Review: The Best Mid-Range Walking Pad?
The WalkingPad Z1 at $399 sits between the C2 and X25 in WalkingPad's lineup. It promises the half-fold design at a more accessible price. After 30 days of testing, here's our verdict.
Folds completely in half — reduces footprint by 50%. Perfect for tiny apartments.
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| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Motor | 2.5 HP |
| Top speed | 4.0 mph |
| Belt size | 47" x 17" (45" x 16" usable) |
| Weight capacity | 265 lb |
| Noise (2.5 mph) | 58 dB |
| Fold mechanism | Half-fold (180°) |
| App | WalkingPad app (excellent) |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Price | $399 |
The good
- Best fold mechanism in the $300–$400 range. Same half-fold design as the X25 — stands vertically, stores flat.
- Real 2.5 HP motor. Handles 265 lb users for 60+ minute walks without thermal issues.
- Quiet at 58 dB. Apartment-friendly, suitable for Zoom calls.
- Adaptive speed control. Foot-pressure-based speed adjustment works as advertised (though most users disable it within a week).
The not-so-good
- No incline.
- Price: $50–$100 more than comparable UREVO/DeerRun pads without significantly better specs.
- The remote is basic — no wrist strap, small buttons.
The verdict
The WalkingPad Z1 at $399 is a great foldable walking pad — but it's caught between the cheaper C2 (similar fold, $50 less) and the more expensive X25 (better fold, 300 lb capacity, 2-year warranty, $200 more). If you specifically want 2.5 HP + fold in the $400 range, the Z1 is the pick. Otherwise, step down to the C2 or up to the X25.
Folds completely in half — reduces footprint by 50%. Perfect for tiny apartments.
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