Bests & Worsts Reviews from Amazon

I almost never leave reviews but this is a big purchase and these machines aren't super common so I wanted to leave some details I was looking for before purchasing. I hate going to the gym and the only reason I do go is for high incline treadmill walking (10-15%). So I figured this would be perfect for me. The amazon description says the machine has a 6 and 10% incline setting, but according to the manual for the treadmill I received, it has 7,8 and 9% settings. I like all the incline I can get so I was hoping for 10% as advertised. I still work up a sweat so I'm satisfied. After I took everything out of the package and looked over the instructions it took me 40 minutes to put together without help. I'm an average strength woman and only one part was a bit tricky (tip, use the foam blocks that come in the box to lift up the belt and screw it into the base). Instructions were clear and nothing was missing. So, using the machine requires some adjustment if you're accustomed to gym treadmills but its very easy to get the hang of. Because of the incline, if you don't hold on to the handles there isn't enough resistance on the belt for you to keep a normal pace and use the machine safely. Holding the bar allows your body to apply the pressure to the belt to help it operate normally. If you change hand positions/posture you can also change your speed. Letting go will have you running hard to keep up, or flying off. I was a little disappointed in this because I know holding on allows you to do less work therefore burn less but I still get my heart rate up and I feel I'm getting a great workout anyway. EDIT: I’ve found that when I use the lowest incline (7%) I can use the machine safely without holding on. I'm 5'11" and its definitely not ideal for someone of my height. The bars are quite low for me so my posture when I hold on is a little less than ideal but not a deal breaker. I just have to pay more attention, and make sure I'm standing up straight. It sounds complicated but once you get on its super easy. But if you’re much taller than 6ft it may not be comfortable to use. I thought that the length and width of the belt would be a problem since I'm tall with long legs and big feet, but it isn't a problem. I don't feel awkward or that I have to change my stride. Anyway, its really small and fits perfectly in a corner between my bed and the wall. When I fold and lay it down it's invisible. For the price, its perfect and fits my needs exactly. It's been amazing to be able to practically roll out of bed and onto the treadmill to work out, and throughout the day when I'm home I just hop on while I'm on my phone reading or watching things. Even if it broke in a year or two I'd probably still buy another one.