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Stair Steppers
- Budget mini stepper Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper *Est. $130
- Commercial-quality stair stepper StairMaster SC916 StairClimber *Est. $4300
- Hybrid stair stepper NordicTrack FreeStrider 35 S *Est. $1900
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Budget mini stepper
- Good value
- Adjustable resistance
- Folds for storage
- Squeaky after several months of use
- Handlebars don't provide an upper-body workout
Reviewers agree that the Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper is the best mini stepper. Unlike other budget stair steppers, the SpaceMate offers adjustable resistance. It also provides handles for balance, a feature that is often missing on other inexpensive mini steppers. Owners say the Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper offers a solid workout, while still being quiet and inexpensive. Users also like that it folds so compactly for easy storage. Overall, users say the Stamina mini stepper is a good option for those who can't afford to spend much. Still, you won't forget that the SpaceMate Folding Stepper is a budget machine; critics say the stepper starts squeaking after several months of use. Some reviewers also note that the SpaceMate stepper rocks from side to side, particularly on carpet. Others are disappointed that the handlebars don't move to provide an upper-body workout. If you have an unlimited budget, reviewers say the StairMaster SC916 StairClimber (*Est. $4,300) is the best commercial-quality stair stepper for home use, but it is very expensive.
Owner-written reviews are the best source of information on the Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper. There are enough reviews at Buzzillions.com, Amazon.com and Walmart.com to provide a consensus on this mini stepper. Most of these reviews are very detailed. Unfortunately, there are few professional or comparative reviews available for budget stair steppers.
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More than 130 owners rate the Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper on Buzzillions.com, where it averages a 4-star rating. A majority of reviewers say the folding stepper is easy to use and set up, but others say the stepper squeaks and feels flimsy.
Review: Stamina Products SpaceMate Folding Stepper, Contributors to Buzzillions.com
2. Amazon.com
The Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper receives about 70 owner-written reviews on Amazon.com, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars. Reviewers say it's a good deal for the price, but others report durability issues.
Review: Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper, Contributors to Amazon.com
3. Walmart.com
The Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper earns mostly positive reviews from more than 80 users at Walmart.com. Most of the reviewers are generally satisfied with the stepper, especially considering the inexpensive price tag. However, others report squeaks.
Review: Stamina Spacemate Folding Stepper, Contributors to Walmart.com
4. Sears.com
The Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper earns a 4.5-star rating from about a dozen users. All of the reviewers would recommend the stair stepper to a friend.
Review: Stamina Products SpaceMate Folding Stepper, Contributors to Sears.com
5. Target.com
Fewer than 10 users have reviewed the Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper at Target.com, but the opinions here are generally positive. Some say it's a great value, but others say it wears out too fast.
Review: Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper, Contributors to Target.com
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