SOLE F63 Treadmill Review | No-Frills Design for Everyday Walking and Running

Confession time: I am absolutely thrilled to have the opportunity to share my thoughts on the SOLE F63 treadmill. If I had to describe this treadmill in one word, it would be: simple.

And when it comes to an electronic device, rarely is ‘simple’ a negative descriptor. 

Given a few more words, I would say this treadmill is perfect for those looking to simply enjoy a walk (leisurely or more high-intensity) or an easy run from the comfort of their own home.

When I lived in Houston, I finally broke down in the spring of 2019 and purchased a treadmill from Nextdoor in preparation for a summer of 50k training. 

If you have ever experienced a Houston summer, you know why this ended up being one of my top five smartest decisions of all time. 

That treadmill and I spent many miles together, but it just did not make sense for it to make the move to Colorado with me. 

When I moved back to Texas last summer, it did not take long for me to remember just how difficult it is to seriously train through a Texas summer. I know many around the country utilize the treadmill to get through the dark and icy winter months, but as a (nearly) lifelong Texan, the treadmill is my saving grace during the summer months. 

While I am a runner who craves running outside, I also really value the treadmill for the sheer fact that it allows you to get your workout done no matter the weather. 

Driving rain and lightning? The treadmill is there for you. Icy roads on a dark morning? The treadmill is a safe option. Tired of the southern humidity? The treadmill provides some much-needed relief.

Sole F63 Overview

If you are someone who does not need all the bells and whistles of some of the top-end, high-priced treadmills, the SOLE F63 is really the perfect treadmill. 

If you have ever felt overwhelmed by some of the features that come with new electronics, this treadmill will be a breath of fresh air. 

My mother is one of my favorite people on this planet, and she would be the first to tell you that too many buttons are an immediate turnoff for her. I can say with full confidence that she would be able to fully operate this treadmill. 

There is no fancy touchscreen or even a screen; it is a very simple, some may even say old-school, LED display with the usual metric displays of time, pace, and distance, alongside more advanced features like Bluetooth speakers and heart rate strap connectivity capabilities.

And while there isn’t a screen to mimic running in a more scenic destination, there is a ledge that perfectly fits an iPad or iPhone for your own streaming preferences (hi, Gilmore Girls!) as well as a USB cord that will help keep that device securely attached. 

My electrolyte-filled water bottles fit perfectly in the two bottle holders, and for me, this is the perfect treadmill to get in a walk or an easy run when getting outside is not an option. 

Belt Design

The belt is 20”x60” and feels wide enough that I never felt as though I was walking or running on a tightrope. 

The length is perfect for my 5’5” frame – especially as a treadmill runner who runs closer to the front of the deck, but I could see how those over 6’0” might have to alter their stride length to avoid constantly kicking the motor cover. 

It isn’t overly soft or plush, and I find the recently upgraded belt to feel firm and supportive. This feel matches the treadmill’s claim to increase shock absorption while reducing joint impact.

Motor Performance & Stability

The 3.0 HP motor supports a weight of up to 325 pounds, and the belt cushion genuinely felt similar to the feel of running outside. 

Ultimately, the SOLE F63 has everything you need and nothing that you don’t. 

Of course, no treadmill is perfect. Would I do a speed or tempo workout on this treadmill? I personally wouldn’t. But could you? You certainly could. 

While, again, I think this treadmill is designed more for walking and easy running, and I wouldn’t make it a habit to do faster-paced, higher-intensity running on this treadmill, in a pinch, you could check off a steady-state or interval run. 

The machine is undeniably sturdy, though as I got closer to the 12.0 MPH speed, it did start to feel a little bit shaky.

Tech & Controls

I will also admit that the speed and incline dials were something a little bit different for me. I am used to pressing a button, and there are preset speed and incline buttons, but I quickly got used to the ease of the dials. 

Again, this is not a treadmill with all the bells and whistles, but one that makes the most of what you get. 

Finally, I am someone who sweats when she works out. Walking, running, it does not matter. Hot, cold, it also does not matter. I am going to break a sweat quickly, and I am going to sweat a lot. 

I do not expect a built-in treadmill fan to be enough to keep me cool when running indoors, but this fan felt particularly weak. 

Even when running on a treadmill at the gym, I have my very specific fan setup, but the fan built into this treadmill is what I would consider to be a sad excuse for a cooling system.

This treadmill is no-frills, but for the price you pay, you get what you need. 

Size

If you are not someone with the space for a full home gym, but who, like me, has a makeshift workout room in the second bedroom, you will be happy to know that this treadmill folds up in order to save space.

Here’s a breakdown of the measurements:

• Unit measurements: 75 x 34 x 52″
• Folded measurements: 42 x 34 x 71″
• Box measurements: 77.6 x 31 x 13″

The wheels make it fairly easy to move around, so it is not a situation where the treadmill has to live where you first install it. 

App & Integration

And while you are not going to have the built-in workouts on display via a screen, you can use the (free!) Sole+ app via your phone or iPad, which connects via Bluetooth and allows you to access free fitness classes and track workouts.

And if you are someone who already pays for a Peloton subscription, or something similar, you can absolutely queue that up on your phone or iPad and check another workout off your list. It is great for those who do not want to pay for yet another subscription service. 

Noise Level

While I am fortunate enough to live in a house where I am not having to worry about noise from a treadmill bothering my neighbors, if you are worried about waking up those living in your house, I find that the belt runs quietly enough so as to not disturb those on the inside or outside of my four walls. 

Now, when I picked up the pace, the noise naturally picked up along with it, but generally speaking, and especially for the price point, the belt remains relatively quiet. 

We hope that our review of the Sole F63 was helpful! If you’re looking to add a treadmill to your home gym, this may be the perfect fit.

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