Peloton Launches First Foldable Treadmill, Adds More AI Features
The Tread Flex, one of three new models, is also the company’s least expensive treadmill at $2,200.
Peloton, the fitness company known for its connected exercise machines and streaming classes, has introduced its first foldable treadmill, the Tread Flex, at a lower price point. The new treadmill model, along with two others, will be available starting October 1st and retails for $2,200, $3,500, and $6,700 respectively. Peloton CEO Peter Stern expressed hope that the new treadmills and AI features would attract a broader audience, especially after a slump in revenues following the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Tread Flex is designed for walkers, hikers, and lower-impact exercises due to its foldable design, which reduces its footprint by 50%. The Tread Vision and Tread Plus Vision are targeted at walkers, joggers, runners, and strength trainers, featuring advanced technology and AI tools. These include a swivel screen with Sonos speakers, Run Analysis for efficiency improvements, and AI-driven features such as IQ Pace Targets, Heart Rate Zone Workouts, ReRuns for syncing outdoor routes, and Sled Mode for strength training.
These AI features are integrated within Peloton IQ, an AI-powered software suite launched in October of the previous year. With this launch, Peloton aims to return to its pandemic-era success, benefiting from more affordable pricing to attract new users.
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