Comparison: Horizon 7.4 AT vs. Sole F80

The Horizon and Sole line-up of treadmills offer a high-quality exercise experience in home or the gym, and there’s no surprise that their products wind up as top choices for savvy consumers. The Horizon 7.4 AT and the Sole F80 both offer a remarkable machine for a budget-conscious price, and each has unique features which could make them the right fit for the right person. Both priced at $1,599, the first thing consumers will notice is the F80 is a longer, shorter machine at 82 inches long and 57 inches high, compared to the 76-inch long and 63-inch high 7.4 AT. Meanwhile, the 7.4 AT is designed to integrate with any on-demand workout app the user chooses, while the F80 comes equipped with the Sole Fitness App. And, the 7.4 AT comes pre-loaded with its innovative Built-In Sprint 8 Training Program, compared to the F80’s included pre-set of 10 workouts with customization options. These are just a few of the distinguishing features customers will want to check out in a side-by-side analysis before securing one for their home.

Horizon 7.4 AT Vs. Sole F80 Comparison Chart

	Horizon 7.4 AT	Sole F80
Price:	$1,599	$1,599
Drive System:	3.5 HP RapidSync Drive System	3.5 DC
Weight capacity:	350 lbs.	375 lbs.
Display:	8.25” LCD Screen	9” LCD Touchscreen
Interactive Training:	Integrates with any on-demand app: Peloton, Studio, Daily Burn, Aaptiv, Treo and others	Sole Fitness App
Entertainment Options:	Audio In/Out Jack, Bluetooth Speakers, USB charging	Bluetooth Speakers, USB charging
Workout Programs:	5K, Calorie Burn, Custom, Custom HR, Distance, Fat Burn, Heart Rate, Hill Climb, Manual, and the Sprint 8 Training Program	10 Preset programs and Sole Fitness App
Heart-rate monitoring:	Bluetooth Heart Rate monitoring with wireless chest strap	Integrated pulse monitors on the handrails with included wireless chest strap
Speed:	0-12 mph	0-12 mph
Incline:	0 – 15%	0 – 15%
Dimensions:	76” L x 37” W x 63” H	82” L x 37” W x 57” H
Deck:	22″ x 60″	22″ x 60″
Shock Absorption:	3-Zone Variable Response Cushioning	Cushion Flex Whisper Deck
Folding:	Yes	Yes
Warranty:	Lifetime frame/motor, 5-year parts, 2-year labor	Lifetime frame/motor/deck, 5-year electronics, 5-year parts, 2-year labor
	View Horizon 7.4 AT	View Sole F80

Horizon 7.4 AT Vs. Sole Fitness F80 

Mechanically speaking, both treadmills feature a comparable motor, with the 7.4 AT bringing the 3.5 HP RapidSync Drive System and the F80 the 3.5 DC, which would help explain the proximity of pricing between the two units. Both motors are sufficient to ensure continuous running without a slow-down or chug-a-long, but weight capacity of the two units does offer a difference. The 7.4 AT offers a maximum user weight of 350 pounds against the machine’s weight of 318 pounds, while the F80 boasts a 375-pound user weight capacity on a 278-pound frame. The difference is in the build of the machine, with the 7.4 AT measuring 76” L x 37” W x 63” H, and the F80 coming in at 82” L x 37” W x 57” H. Interesting that both units are the same width, with the F80 some eight inches longer and the 7.4 AT eight inches taller. Stride length and overall size of the user would be a big consideration here when purchasing given this difference as both offer the same 60” x 22” tread deck, each with its own anti-shock cushioning system. Both treadmills offer a folding option and a lifetime warranty on frame and motor, with a 5-year parts and 2-year labor guarantee, while the F80 specifies an additional 5-year electronics. One unique element of the F80 is its innovative reversible deck which helps promote longevity by allowing users to flip the deck over when one side begins to wear.

As should be the case, the biggest difference seems to be in the individual user features. The 7.4 AT offers a 16-digit alphanumeric LED 8.25” LCD screen, and an included phone/tablet pro app which interfaces with the machine. Programs loaded in the machine include a 5K, Calorie Burn, Custom, Custom HR, Distance, Fat Burn, Heart Rate, Hill Climb, Manual, and the Sprint 8 Training Program. Promising to help users lose up to 27% fat in eight weeks, the pre-programmed Sprint 8 Training Program is designed to be used in 20-minutes sessions. Sessions are designed around the concept of 30-seconds of intensity and 90 seconds of active recovery so as to activate HGH release. The dynamic program does have individualization capacity yet the beauty of HIIT training is that by maximizing personal efforts during the 30-second bursts, the user is creating their own adaptation. In addition to the pre-loaded programs, the 7.4 AT also brings new system whereby the user can interface with their choice of on-demand training apps instead of being locked into the one partnered with the manufacturer. So 7.4 AT users can access online systems as diverse as Studio, Daily Burn, Aaptiv, and Treo, with the Horizon purchase securing them a discount of upwards of 30% off those purchases. The only downside relative to competitors is that the 7.4 AT does not come with its own tablet. The F80 comes built with a built-in tablet holder and Bluetooth connectivity compatible with most iOS and Android devices, and able to sync with FitBit, Apple Health, and other apps.

Both treadmills offer heart-rate monitoring capabilities with the 7.4 AT including a wireless chest strap, as opposed to the F80 and its integrated pulse monitors on the handrails in addition to the wireless chest strap.

Given that the two machines come at the same price and have comparable motors, the decision comes down to the individualized features. And in terms of special extras, the 7.4 AT comes out on top. A slightly smaller machine, it still offers a great weight capacity while taking up less space in the home, and with a few more extras in the training department, we’d say it’s the better buy.