Octane XT-ONE Elliptical Review
$7,899.00
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How long will the Octane XT-ONE last?
The Octane XT-ONE weighs a colossal 395 reassuring lbs. when fully assembled and holds users up to a massive 400 lbs. maximum. It is designed for commercial use and will last numerous years for the consumer who will take proper care of their investment with regularly scheduled maintenance. There is a lower warranty covering only 3 years on parts and 1 year on labor, but the frame is solid and built to last so users should enjoy a multitude of worry-free workouts for years to come.
Brief Overview
The Octane XT-ONE is our 2022 4th place Best Buy Winner in the $4,000 and UP price range. It comes with the choice of either the SMART or the Standard console and is a workhorse of a machine designed to last in rigorous commercial settings. The XT-ONE has tremendous appeal and offers a total body workout for a plethora of fitness level users. Consumers looking to invest a large chunk of change can rest assured this hefty machine will last through years of workout fun. A bonus now is that True Fitness bought Octane in 2020.
Overall Quality
The Octane XT-ONE contains a SmartStride system that automatically adjusts based on a users’ personal gait through a stride length of 20” – 28”. This accommodates consumers of all sizes which is important in a commercial setting. There are 10 levels of incline that work with the 30 resistance levels to induce high intensity workouts for users of all fitness levels and keeps them motivated by targeting a variety of muscle groups as they trek their way to better overall health. The XT-ONE is ergonomically designed to better work upper body extremities with the use of handlebars that converge during use to mimic the path of naturally swinging arms. The handlebars also offer numerous gripping positions to maximize body toning and heartrate sensors for those looking to stay on target during exercise sessions. Incline and resistance quick access buttons are also located on handlebar tips. The choice of the SMART console supports web connectivity allowing users to select and browse through numerous apps and video streaming applications. The SMART console has a 10.1” touchscreen containing 21 built in programs and a USB charging port for charging streaming devices. Finally, a 3-speed fan offers premium cooling to sweaty users.
Things we like
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✓30 resistance levels
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✓automatically adjustable stride
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✓connectivity with SMART console choice
Things we dislike
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Xnot for the budget-conscious
Specs
| Adjustable Incline | 1 to 10 (10° to 28°) |
| Stride Lengths | 20" to 28" |
| Electronic Stride Adjustable | Stride |
| Low Step-Up Height | 5" |
| Covered Track and Rollers | Linkage System |
| Fingertip Controls on Moving Handlebars | Incline & Stride |
| Tablet/reading Rack | Smart Console Only |
| Resistance Levels | 30 |
| Quick Starts | 4 |
| Wireless Heart Rate Compatible | Polar®, Ant+ |
| Number of Programs on Smart Console | 21 |
| Number of Programs on Standard Console | 17 |
| Max User Weight | 400 lbs (181 kg) |
| Footprint | 33"W X 75"L (84 X 191 cm) |
| Footprint – Live Area | 33"W X 92"L (84 X 234 cm) |
| Weight | 395 lbs (180 kg) |
Warranty
Parts: 3 Years
Labor: 1 Year
History
The Octane XT-ONE is our 2022 4th place Best Buy Winner in the $4,000 and UP price range. We invite you to see our elliptical reviews to help you narrow your search for your next fitness machine.
Conclusion
The Octane XT-ONE is a mighty workhorse of a machine that is engineered for commercial settings and designed to last for many years. Console choices allow users to individualize their purchase and offer different technological capabilities though the price range is a deterrent for the average consumer.