Elliptical trainers are classified into two main categories. Home use elliptical trainers and commercial elliptical trainers. Commercial elliptical trainers are generally more durable and made for fitness clubs and other places where continuous use is expected.
The parts in a commercial elliptical are usually made of metal, and less overall plastic is used in the constructions of the elliptical trainer. This ensures less premature wear and a longer lasting piece of equipment.
There are many different types of elliptical trainers as well as brand names and options that are available when choosing an elliptical machine. There are home grade elliptical trainers or commercial grade elliptical trainers. What are the advantages of purchasing commercial elliptical machines vs. home elliptical machines? Well the most obvious reason to choose a commercial grade elliptical trainer is the fact that they are built more durable to handle allot of use.
Very few people truely need a commercial elliptical trainer in their home. Usually a traditional elliptical recommended for home use will be more than enough. If you have multiple family members consistently using the elliptical trainer you may want to consider a commercial elliptical as it will likely last significantly longer than the lower end machines.
Several high quality brand names to consider when purchasing a commercial elliptical machine are: Precor, Fitnex, Star Trac and Stairmaster, just to name a few.
One of the best elliptical trainers is the SportsArt Commercial Elliptical Trainer E82. This trainer has been given high ratings across the board with the only negative comments is the size of the trainer. People said it was fairly large and took up a lot of space(which is common with most commercial trainers).