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Sleek and comfortable
Smart programming
Excellent adjustability
Heavy
Why we chose it
Sleek and comfortable
The ProForm 740 outperformed what we expected of a recumbent, improving on every standard feature and answering to every need. We loved the sleek, sculpted design, and appreciated how easy ProForm makes it to get comfortable — the seat cradles without confining, the pedal rotation remains effortless even as our effort increased. Of all the recumbents we tested, the ProForm struck this delicate set of balances best.
Smart programming
The technology of the ProForm 740 is both extensive and immediately usable. The console is a classic iFit creation (the fitness tech company created by ProForm and NordicTrack’s parent entity, ICON Fitness). Its high-quality, 7-inch touchscreen and bold icons depicting program categories makes for an intuitive interface that anyone will feel confident navigating.
Excellent adjustability
The ProForm won lots of points for adjustability. Simply lift up on the seat adjustment lever and the seat will easily move when you push it. Other bikes immediately started inching (or flying) down the shaft as soon as we moved the lever, which was a sometimes startling experience. We also enjoyed the innovation in the bike’s clever, tilting console. Twist the knob at the console base and it nods up and down, allowing you to tailor the positioning to your seated height. Since the majority of user interaction with the console takes place through the touchscreen, having it within easy reach and at a proper angle for clear sight is vital.
Points to consider
Heavy
Like most recumbent bikes, the ProForm is too heavy and bulky to be easily maneuvered. This model will serve you best if you can dedicate space to its permanent storage, rather than attempting to wheel it out of sight at the end of every workout. If storability is vital, look to a spin bike like the Echelon.
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