WalkingPad X25 Treadmill Review: A Walking Pad To Run On

Dimensions/Storability

The WalkingPad X25 is compact and very storable. When unfolded and during use, it measures 60.8” L x 30.4” W x 40.3” H. It folds up to just 10.1” long. The deck folds in half and then folds again at the top to store vertically under the front handle/console.

Its dimensions are 10.1” L x 30.4” W x 40.3” H when completely folded.

When folded, it is the appropriate size to roll against the wall, behind some furniture, or in a closet. You could also lay it flat and store it under a tall bed. The console/handle and uprights don’t adjust to fold flat, so you must lay the treadmill down when it’s folded to store it this way.

To fold, you lift the back of the deck and fold it in half.

Then, you lift the folded deck back while pulling the handle under it. The deck will naturally fold up and lock into place vertically under the uprights and handle.

When it is completely folded up, you can move it. The X25 has two small orange transport wheels. When you’re standing behind the treadmill, you can grab the handle and tip it back towards yourself to move it.

I found it pretty easy to roll across hard floors and our workout mats.

If you have a thick carpet, the X25 might be harder to wheel around. The wheels are pretty small for its size.

Considering the treadmill’s size and that it only weighs 104 lbs, most people can move it, and this is a pretty transportable treadmill. You might not want to drag it up and down stairs frequently, but moving it from against the wall to the middle of the room or in and out of a closet is easy.

There is a small handle that you lift up to unlock it when folding and unfolding.

Unfolding it is as easy as folding it. With the small handle above, you pull it to unfold it, and the deck folds to be folded in half on the floor. Finding a good spot to grip and unfold the deck entirely is a little tricky. You’ll also notice that the belt sticks to the deck and might make a noise when you fold and unfold the deck.

Because the decks fold in half, WalkingPad treadmills can make this noise that sounds like the belt peeling off the deck. Based on our experience testing, this is normal and is the nature of this design.

Onboard Workouts & Apps

We don’t expect much from simple treadmills like the X25 for onboard workouts and apps. It does pair with WalkingPad’s app, though. I’ll get into that soon. First, let’s check out the console.

Console

The console is built into the handle. A sleek and easy-to-see OLED screen is fixed to the handle at the top of the deck. The OLED screen displays your time, speed, distance, and calories. Like the WalkingPad X21, the handle doesn’t adjust up and down.

I’m only about 5’1”, and this doesn’t bother me. I have to look down at it, which means that someone like Matt, who is 6’5”, really has to look down at it.

This isn’t too much of a problem because there isn’t a screen to constantly stare at mounted on the X25.

The treadmill’s lack of side handles, though, might make it unsuitable for people with balance issues.

I like the dial in the middle of the console.

You press it to start and stop the treadmill and turn it to adjust the speed. Just like the X21, the X25 is simple to use. It doesn’t feature any onboard workouts. Instead, you just hop on, press the dial, and adjust it throughout your workout.

I noticed that the dial wasn’t as responsive as I wanted it to be when I pressed it to start and stop the belt sometimes. Most of the time, it would respond with the first press, but I had to push it a second time a couple of times.

When you press it during a workout, it pauses the workout. You must hold the dial for a few seconds to clear your workout data and start a new one.

The dial is very responsive when you turn it in either direction to adjust the speed. It has a quick-adjusting setting that allows you to skip between 3, 6, and 9 mph when you turn the dial quickly.

If you turn it more slowly, the speed adjusts by a tenth. When you turn the dial clockwise, it will change from 3.2 to 3.3 mph. If you turn the dial more quickly, it will jump to 6 mph from this speed.

Each time the dial is pushed or turned, the treadmill beeps. This is for safety to indicate whether the belt is stopping, starting, or adjusting. Unfortunately, it’s annoying, and there isn’t a setting to turn it off. It can be a little disruptive, but most treadmills beep as a safety feature.

A removable device rack has also been fixed on the other side of the console.

The safety key in front of the dial must be plugged in for the treadmill to work. It has a clip so you can clip it to your clothing for safety. If it is suddenly unplugged, the belt immediately stops. Most treadmills have this safety feature.

The device rack is large enough for your phone or tablet. This is convenient if you want to watch or read something from your device or if you plan to connect the X25 WalkingPad’s KS Fit app. You could also set the X25 in front of your TV for entertainment.

KS Fit App And Other Features

The KS Fit app is free to use with WalkingPad equipment. It connects to your phone through Bluetooth to track your metrics and adjust the treadmill in real time.

The manual has a QR code for the app, which tracks metrics like pace, steps, and stride rate. It also charts your workout’s speed per hour. You can set target distances and compete with other members on a leaderboard in the app.

There are onboard workout programs with preset speeds and intervals and the ability to create your own. During these workouts and manual mode, you can adjust the X25’s speed using the app. The treadmill will automatically adjust with some of these workouts, too. You can also start and stop the belt using the app.

There are also features like the child lock, which prevents the belt from turning on unless you unlock it in the app. You can also set a maximum speed and startup speed in the app.

The X25 also features a no-load stop feature. This turns the belt off if it doesn’t detect anyone on the treadmill after a few seconds.

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Build Quality

As I mentioned, the WalkingPad X25 is currently the largest treadmill from WalkingPad. It’s the heaviest-duty WalkingPad treadmill I’ve used. The price is worth it for its size, folding ability, and quality.

With most things, you have to pay more for convenience, which is this treadmill’s size and storing ability.

The X25 is a treadmill to use in your upstairs studio apartment, so if you want to run inside said apartment, you’ll have to pay a little more than other WalkingPad treadmills. Some of these are only made to be used under desks, like the WalkingPad A1 Pro.

The WalkingPad X25 has a generous 300-lb weight limit. Most treadmills with this weight limit are a lot larger. Matt, who is 6’5” and around 230 lbs, could easily jog and run comfortably on the X25 without inhibiting its performance.

Frame

The frame is made of aluminum alloy. Like other walking pads, it sits directly on the floor, making it easy to step on and off and firmly planted.

The deck has eight adjustable leveling feet. You’ll probably want to adjust these when you first get the X25. After a few minutes, we had to change the rear left foot to help the treadmill sit more evenly on the floor. We also have unlevel flooring in our testing studio.

Once the feet were adjusted, we didn’t experience rocking or clanking on the deck while running.

Motor

The X25 has a 1.5 HP brushless motor. It’s relatively quiet and responsive. Although it doesn’t adjust the speed as quickly as other higher-powered treadmills, it’s smooth and consistent. It isn’t meant for heavy training, though.

I recommend it for walking, jogging, and lighter running. The motor should handle running for a few miles per day well. If you want to walk longer, that should also work well. If you plan on running for 5-10+ miles per day or training for hours at a time, you’ll need a larger and heavier-duty treadmill than this one.

It goes up to 10 mph. This is a 6-minute mile pace. This speed is quick and plenty for a treadmill of this size. It doesn’t incline, but none of the Walkingpad treadmills do.

Deck

The deck size significantly indicates who can run on this treadmill. For running, especially long distances, we recommend 60” long decks. The WalkingPad’s deck is only 19.5” wide and 52” long.

Before you gasp at the difference between these deck lengths, remember this is a compact treadmill. One of its big appeals and what it’s made for is being used in small spaces. We didn’t expect the deck to be incredibly long and the motor to be high-powered. It wouldn’t be a very compact treadmill if the deck were much larger.

For who can run on it, I ran on it perfectly fine. I had plenty of room to run at 8.5 mph or faster. I have a fairly short running stride. I’m also only 5’1”. However, Matt, who is 6’5”, could easily get up to 6 mph on the X25. He had enough room to go faster.

Shortening your stride is also an option if you want to use the X25 at higher speeds.

I noticed that my foot noise sounded soft while running on the deck. This and the motor noise make the X25 a good option for most spaces. It doesn’t make a lot of noise and doesn’t take up a lot of space.

The deck cushioning is minimal. It feels firm underfoot. Since the deck sits on the floor, there is less give with each footfall than on larger treadmills with taller decks.

The fold hinge was the first thing I noticed or didn’t notice when running on the X25. I’ve become used to feeling the part of the deck that folds in half under my feet on WalkingPad treadmills. I could barely feel it on the X25.

It feels like walking and running on a treadmill that doesn’t fold in half.

Warranty

WalkingPad includes their standard 1-year warranty with the X25. It is delivered folded up in the box and doesn’t require assembly.

Should You Buy The WalkingPad X25 Treadmill?

Is the WalkingPad X25 Treadmill for your home? If you want to walk, jog, and run inside but don’t have room for a big treadmill or need one that you can store out of the way in a closet or under a bed after your runs, then I would seriously consider the WalkingPad X25 in your search.

This isn’t a treadmill to train for a race on, but if you’re a runner who wants to run inside to avoid occasional bad weather or live in an apartment, the X25 is the treadmill for you.

We’re continuously impressed with the folding abilities of WalkingPad treadmills. The double-folding design makes the X25 very convenient to store and move. It’s a small treadmill that we recommend for larger folks because it has a 300-lb weight limit and a long enough deck to support jogging strides. Our shorter-stride team members and some of our taller teammates could easily run.

It isn’t the most affordable treadmill, but you’ll get your money’s worth for what it can do and handle.

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WalkingPad X25 Treadmill Q&A / FAQ

How fast can you go on the WalkingPad X25 Treadmill?

The X25 goes up to 10 mph. This is a 6-minute mile running pace.

Can you run on a WalkingPad treadmill?

Most people can jog, if not run, on the WalkingPad X25. Not all WalkingPads are made for running, but this one is currently the largest from the brand. Its compact deck supports all walking and jogging strides. Short-strided runners can run on the deck, too.

Is this a paid review of the WalkingPad X25?

This is not a paid review. WalkingPad sent us the X25 to test, and we have affiliate links where we earn a commission if someone purchases using them. To better recommend treadmills, we work with several brands to test all kinds of treadmills. This way, we can determine which ones are worth it and who they’re best for.

We create these reviews to help consumers make informed buying decisions. Buying expensive machines online can feel stressful because you don’t know what you’re getting. We hope to remove this stress to help you feel confident in your purchase. We also want you to buy a treadmill you’ll love and use regularly.

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