The Weslo Momentum 220X elliptical is for those people on a budget who don’t want to spend an arm and a leg on a home fitness gym, especially when they aren’t in the habit of exercising and have doubts that they stick with a program.
But fitness equipment is not cheap and you should never scrimp on price. Otherwise, you’ll get stuck with a heavy piece of junk -- like this machine -- to haul out for the trash guys to pick up.
What You Get
The Weslo Momentum 220X elliptical has a bright LCD display window which tells you calories burned, as well as fat calories that are burned. The display also shows heart rate, speed, and time, and includes a feature to dial in resistance to make your workout more challenging. The rest of the specs include:
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- SMR™ Silent Magnetic Resistance
- 10 Levels of Resistance
- 4 Personal Trainer Workouts
- Easy Pulse™ Heart Rate Monitor
- 18' stride
- Oversized Cushioned Pedals
- 90 day parts and labor warranty
The Word on the Street
UPDATE: As of 2016, it looks like Weslo is no longer making elliptical trainers.
Take a look at our list of Best Ellipticals Under $500 to find a good machine in this price range.
Experts point out that the Weslo Momentum 220X elliptical has every typical problem of a low-end machine: the frame stability is poor, the warranty is ridiculously short, it’s noisy, it’s unreliable, and it usually starts giving off a clicking sound or begins to squeak within weeks of purchase.
The Weslo Momentum 220X is the type of machine that consumers tend to try and fix with a can of WD-40 with limited results. These low cost units squeak badly and the bolts need to be tightened often by people who try to ride them daily.
You might, in fact, come across some positive Weslo elliptical reviews for this model, but keep in mind that these people are posting their thoughts after only a few days, or weeks, of use.
They should have waited with their opinions until the machine was broken in, because once this trainer shows signs of wear within 2 to 6 months, they are sorry they bought one.
Our Thoughts
The $299 Weslo Momentum 220X elliptical looks cheap, feels cheap, and sounds cheap. We can’t recommend this headache of a machine for anyone, not for themselves or to give to someone else as a gift.
With gym fees costing only $30-$50 a month, you’d be better off getting a six-month membership and getting in shape that way.
The Weslo Momentum G 3.8 elliptical is sold at supercenters like Wal-Mart and Sears, and about what you would expect for the price paid.
At $199, the Weslo Momentum G 3.8 is tempting for first-time fitness equipment buyers, but you should be weary of an elliptical with very little warranty coverage.
It will meet the requirements of some smaller, lightweight users who will be able to fit into the short stride length (12″) and smaller frame (250 lbs. max user weight). Learn more by reading our full Weslo Momentum G 3.8 elliptical review below…
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Specifications
| Model | Weslo Momentum G 3.8 |
| Rating | |
| List Price | discontinued |
| Best Price | discontinued |
| Resistance | Not Listed |
| Resistance Type | Adjustable |
| Stride Length | 12 inches |
| Pedals | Standard |
| Incline | None |
| Flywheel | Not Listed |
| Programs | None |
| User Profiles | None |
| Heart Rate | Easy Pulse™ |
| Display | LCD |
| Max. Weight | 250 lbs |
| Dimensions | 44' x 21' x 54.5' |
| Upper Body | |
| Accessory Tray | |
| Speakers | |
| Cooling Fans | |
| Folding? | |
| Quick Controls | |
| Warranty | Parts: 90 Days Labor: 90 Days |
Full Review
Quick Summary
Rating: 28.6/100. Very affordable yet extremely basic elliptical provides the means to an exercise but little else. Appropriate for those on an extremely tight budget.
Pros:
– LCD display w/ speed, time, distance readouts
– Monitor heart rate with EasyPulse
– Designed for smaller users w/ short stride length
– Compact trainer for those on a budget
– Burn more calories with upper-body workout
– Get the most intense workout w/ RPM meter
Cons:
– Extremely poor warranty coverage on trainer
– Stride length, frame will not support larger users
– Very few extras (cooling fan, quick controls, mp3)
Introduction
The Weslo Momentum G 3.8 elliptical is appropriately classified in the “budget elliptical” price range and is pretty bleak in terms of quality features.
For starters, the basic resistance and 12 inch stride will not satisfy most consumers looking to break a little sweat during their exercise, but it will fulfill a particular niche of body size.
Just know that at 89 lbs., the elliptical is unsteady, shaky with a resistance system that some consumers complain is prone to breaking.
Workout Programs
The Weslo Momentum G 3.8 offers absolutely no pre-defined workout programs.
Therefore, you’ll have to go old school and research different elliptical workouts on the Internet and then print off the instructions.
If you’re a Go-Getter that likes to experiment and research different exercise options, catering the workout 100 percent to your own preferences you might like this fact.
However, most would just prefer a few standard workout options given that practically every other elliptical on the market has at least something.
Elliptical Features
You get what you pay for. The Weslo Momentum G 3.8 has very few extra features, but enough to get you exercising.
The LCD display is a nice addition. It tracks your RPM to inform you when to pick up the pace or slow down, including the standard speed, distance, time readouts.
Mass effect 3 citadel party miranda. The G 3.8 elliptical is also equipped with an EasyPulse sensor to monitor your heart rate.
Burn more calories and add muscle tone with the upper-body arms.
When you are finished with a workout, easily transport the trainer across any room with built-in transport wheels. If space is an issue, you’ll really appreciate the fact that the elliptical weights less than 100 lbs.
The ellptical also features a water bottle holder, though no quick controls, cooling fan, mp3 port, etc that are fairly common on most ellipticals.
Warranty & Guarantee
The lousy Weslo Momentum G 3.8 elliptical offers no warranty coverage on frame and electronics. It does include:
– Parts: 90 Days
– Labor: 90 Days
Contact ICON Fitness for more information.
Conclusion
The Weslo Momentum G 3.8 is a means to exercise, though the durability of the trainer is certainly questionable bringing up the point of whether or not it is a smart long term investment.
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