3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer Machine with 18”- 23” Adjustable Stride, Small Space Saving 49.2” Footprint, FreeSync™ FTMS Smart HD Connectivity, 350LB Max Weight, 5 Year Parts Warranty.

Superb quality machine for runners (and walkers too!)
This is the first time that I have written an Amazon review but, having spent a long time researching ellipticals before deciding on the 3G Cardio Elite, I thought other potential buyers might be able to benefit from my thoughts and experience with this wonderful machine. It was a substantial purchase and I am convinced that I bought the best product available for my needs.I am an avid runner (50-70km/week) but was not able run from June 2024 to April 2025 due to calcification in my Achilles. The calcification was removed in an operation in Feb and I’m now well into my rehab.My surgeon believes that the calcification was caused by over-use (I expect from coming back too hard and too soon from various lay-offs) and I am determined not to have the problem again so have been looking for an alternative to keep my mileage up whilst not putting the same number of hours into the road.An elliptical seemed the answer, but I specifically wanted one to simulate running without the impact. (For what it’s worth, I plan going forward to alternate 3 days at the track/on the road with 3 days of elliptical per week, allowing for one rest day.)Given all this, my main criteria (along with quality) was stride length and, at 23 inches, the 3G Cardio has one of the longest that I found in my research. Furthermore, the stride length can be adjusted easily between walk/jog/run by pulling a knob forward to enable a tube to be extended/retracted. (The instructions are less clear here. The knob needs to be unscrewed a little before it can be pulled out and I always tighten it back up completely as this prevents rattling).The stride adjustment mechanism is not ‘auto’ or ‘on the fly’ like some but, from my research, the machines that offer this seem to have histories of the adjustment breaking down. I needed to have my machine shipped out of the States and so wanted something that would not need repairs or parts replacements as they will be tricky for me to arrange.This is the next area where the 3G Cardio shines above its competitors – quality of build. The machine is not cheap, but the cost has been funnelled purely into producing a well constructed machine from the highest quality materials. The design is very straightforward – simply put, there seems little that could go wrong. Competitors seem to use their high price to add gimmicky extras that, based on customer feedback, are not reliable rather than focusing simply on quality of product as 3G Cardio does.The screen is a good example of this. It is a simple display that shows you the key metrics of your workout. Rather than wasting money on something more fancy, 3G Cardio have simply enabled the machine to connect with your tablet or mobile, even adding a shelf for it to sit on and a charging port. I like that the money I have paid has gone into the machine itself and, frankly, my iPad is a far better and well equipped screen than anything available on even the highest end ellipticals.I have signed up to Kinomap which has hundreds of video routes to discover as well as specific training workouts. Kinomap displays on my iPad and they communicate with each other so that the resistance on the elliptical increases or decreases as the path I’m on goes up or downhill. A nice way to bring some extra interest to my workout.For those who are not interested in this type of thing, the 3G Cardio Elite does come with a good number of pre-loaded workout programmes to follow.The 3G Cardio Elite does not yet have a lot of customer reviews (one of the main reasons I decided to write this one) but I expect that this is simply as the manufacturer is not as well known as their competitors, or perhaps this elliptical is still new to the market. I took a lot of comfort from the more extensive and glowing reviews of 3G Cardio’s treadmills – this is clearly a manufacturer who puts quality first.Yes, there are cheaper ellipticals out there but, from my research and subsequent actual experience, this is probably the best value machine available. It’s gym sturdiness and quality at a reasonable price and I’m sure will give me many, many years of trouble-free use.One final point that might not be relevant to many readers of this review but was extremely important to me given my situation, is that the machine is powered by a DC adaptor. This means that it is not only suitable for the US 110V mains system but can be plugged in anywhere in the world with a relevant adaptor. I plan on taking the machine with me when I relocate to Europe in a few years time so this was a deal-maker for me.

Very well built.
I couldn’t be happier with my elliptical! The build quality is top-notch – it’s incredibly sturdy and stable, even during intense workouts. Very quiet too; I can easily watch TV or listen to music without cranking up the volume. The stride length is perfect, offering a smooth, natural motion that’s comfortable for older knees and hips.On top of that, the customer service is outstanding. From my initial inquiries to after-purchase support, the team was responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely helpful. (There was a mild knock at first, but it was related to my assembly.) It’s clear they care about their customers’ experience.If you’re looking for a reliable, well-designed elliptical with excellent support, I highly recommend this one!

Just what we wanted!
We were the unlucky recipient of a cheap elliptical during covid and the machine finally died. We did enjoy using an elliptical so this go around we decided to get a higher quality unit. After doing a fair amount of research we landed on this one. Overall the size is perfect, it doesn’t take up much room but still has a big adjustable stride. Comparing this to our last Nordic Track is a world of difference. I assembled this by myself which took about an hour but it was nice to see how it went together. Definitely high grade components. We were missing a heart rate strap out of the box (maybe I threw it away thinking it was garbage) but we called 3G Cardio and they were fantastic! Sent us a new strap right away. The customer service lived up to our expectations and overall we are very happy. You can use a tablet to connect to the 3G and it will interact and control the resistance. That was a nice surprise!