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Drive Medical Deluxe Folding Exercise Peddler with Electronic Display Black Model RTL10273
Last Updated: February 25, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.2
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Build Quality
91tension, pedal, resistance, arms, leg
+40%
-60%
" ... Not too good of quality, one of the straps broke with little use. ... "
" ... Snapped off from the base . ... "
" ... The item snapped off at the base within 2 weeks of very little use. ... It should not break with this little of use. ... "
" ... This product has no resistance and slides on the floor. ... "
" ... Its quite hard to pedal unless you are pedaling fast which isn't easy with metal knees. ... "
" ... the rubber feet slide on carpet . ... The rubber foot straps are attached by tiny plastic knobs the break of when used. ... And when you put the slightest tension on it the metal gets soo hot after 45secs of use before it breaks from being soo hot . ... "
" ... It's not very sturdy and the pedals are a pain to get your feet in, always flip the wrong way. ... "
" ... Very cheap, the gage was broken and the peddling did not change when adjusting the knob. ... "
Comfort
62tension, knee, legs, pedal, chair
+65%
-35%
" ... I used for warm up for exercising knees after surgery. ... "
" ... It fits great but if I'm a little too close to it, then my right knee (no idea why only my right knee) hits the desk. ... "
" ... My husband can sit in his favorite easy chair and exercise at the same time. ... "
" ... The device is adequate, but it would be more comfortable to use if the stirrups were adjustable. ... "
" ... It is a good work out for my legs & arms ... "
" ... I had a total knee replacement and this is the best way to keep my knee active and not loose the bending degree that the Dr. wants. ... "
" ... Great for arm and leg therapy. ... "
" ... She can easily use this from her couch to build up her leg muscles. ... "
Ease of Use
43easy, use, fold, easy to set, transport
+84%
-16%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... No assembly required. ... The function gauge is easy to set and couldn't be more pleased. ... "
" ... I liked the deluxe folding exerciser because it is very easy to use. ... "
" ... Pros: Easy to assemble. ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... -Easy to use ... "
" ... Its easy to assemble. ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... Wish it had handle for easy transport. ... "
" ... A little tippy but fun and easy to use. ... "
Fit
41carpet, straps, slides, pedals, legs
+39%
-61%
" ... It is very good as an arm bike but doesn't adjust for the legs ... "
" ... I tried using no resistance, but it's so cheap that it would jam every few spins . ... "
" ... the rubber feet slide on carpet . ... The rubber foot straps are attached by tiny plastic knobs the break of when used. ... "
" ... The ring that pulls the spring loaded folding feet broke off on first try. ... "
" ... I cut off straps to use. ... "
" ... It slips so I need to put it against something. ... "
" ... The tension set screw keeps loosening and the electronic counter already stopped working. ... "
" ... You also cannot use this under a desk as it is too high and my knees ended up hitting the underside of the desk. ... "
Size
36folds, fold, portable, lightweight, easy
+83%
-17%
" ... I especially like the way it folds up. ... "
" ... I bought this to actually use as a foot peddler under my desk at work. ... "
" ... Fine lightweight exerciser ... "
" ... It folds up, it is lightweight, and I can take it to work. ... "
" ... It does fold up nicely so you can tuck it away when not in use. ... "
" ... Still better than doing nothing at my desk . ... "
" ... Idk, it does fold for easy storage. ... "
" ... Very portable and easy to use. ... "
Product Reliability
27working, months, display stopped working, weeks, squeaking
+11%
-89%
" ... The tag got stuck in it and has been removed, but still broken. ... "
" ... On top of that, the display lasted less than a week before it quit working. ... "
" ... Update - I've peddles in my office for 35 mins today and just started again and the thing will not stop squeaking! ... "
" ... The pedal just broke off while using it after only 2 months . ... "
" ... I can't find a pattern as to when or why it stops or resumes. ... "
" ... In the first week, the display stopped working and it it now has a aweful high pitched squeal while using it. ... "
" ... I did as I was supposed to and pulled out the little red tab, and it flashed a couple times but has not worked since. ... "
" ... Broke after two days ... "
Price
25money, waste of money, something, reasonable, spend
+68%
-32%
" ... For the money, it is pretty good. ... "
" ... Not bad for the price, but it is what it is. ... "
" ... Perfect for the price. ... "
" ... The quality is surprisingly nice for such a low price. ... "
" ... But for the price I really can't complain. ... "
" ... Worth the money ... "
" ... The price is reasonable but do not expect it to outperform other brands. ... Overall, reasonable price. ... "
" ... Great product at an excellent price. ... "
Returns
23item, returned, amazon, returns, returnable
-100%
" ... I attempted to return it, the same day it was delivered and Amazon will not allow returns. ... "
" ... And I just found out I cannot return it, so I am very disappointed. ... "
" ... THEY HAVE A NO RETURN POLICY, SO I HAD TO GET IN TOUCH WITH AMAZON SUPPORT ON THIS AND LUCKILY THEY WERE WILLING TO WORK WITH ME ON IT. ... "
" ... Tried to return it. ... So far no refund. ... "
" ... I give it zero stars because i just pulled it out of the box brand new and it’s defective yet i apparently cannot return it. ... "
" ... I waited too long to return. ... "
" ... I will keep it because I'm not losing $10 to return it. ... "
" ... Its poorly made and they do not accept returned items. ... "
Display Clarity
23digital, screen, display stopped working, working, minutes
+17%
-83%
" ... First, display stopped working after just a few weeks. ... "
" ... My big issue is that it the display screen stopped working the second day. ... "
" ... When I received, the digital display won't count. ... "
" ... The display stopped working after one use. ... "
" ... Display stopped working in less than 1 week . ... "
" ... The display would randomly not turn on and now it wont turn on at all. ... "
" ... ekectronic display did not work. ... "
" ... First the display wouldn't work. ... "
For Running
18perfect, gym, exercising, exercise, bike
+89%
-11%
" ... It is great and you can take it anywhere, I use it at work and have it under my desk and “workout” throughout the day! ... "
" ... Great for when you have long days at the office and need you are unable to workout ... "
" ... Like, in exercise. ... "
" ... It does the job fine for me to get a little exercise while I’m at work. ... "
" ... She needed something to help her begin exercising but was too winded to walk very far. ... "
" ... It does give a good workout. ... "
" ... Not the most sophisticated workout equipment but very practical depending on individual needs. ... "
" ... And helps with cardio and aching calfs ... "
Marketplace
16described, item, thank, returnable, return
+75%
-25%
" ... Take a look at the attached photos. ... "
" ... Very nice, as described. ... "
" ... so I am highly pleased & I would recommend this peddler I & seller. ... "
" ... Just as pictured. ... "
" ... I received this unit today in a quick arrival time. ... "
" ... Hope the picture below gives an idea. ... "
" ... Product as described. ... "
" ... I was so skeptical when I ordered this item. ... "
Delivery
11received, quickly, product, delivered, box
+82%
-18%
" ... Arrived on time and as described thank you ... "
" ... I was so skeptical when I ordered this item. ... "
" ... It arrived very quickly! ... "
" ... I received this unit today in a quick arrival time. ... "
" ... She was so excited when it arrived. ... "
" ... It arrived in great condition, box in good shape. ... "
" ... I received the product fast and it was exactly what I need for my therapy. ... "
Overall performance
10gets, fast, squeaky, reason, moving
+90%
-10%
" ... Good price and does job ... "
" ... Squeks and gets hot - but I gresed it OK does the job ... "
" ... I like this, for a sit down job its great to keep you moving, however its really squeaky! ... "
" ... As someone with a desk job and now online school, I have become very sedentary and was looking for something to use at work that wouldn't distract myself or my coworkers. ... "
" ... Only one 'speed' which is very easy. ... "
" ... It worked good for that reason, but if you try to use it for any long period of time or try to go too fast on it, it WILL heat up on you. ... "
" ... I lean back in my chair a bit and I can feel my core engaged also. ... "
" ... My puppy runs & hides. ... "
Sound Quality
9makes, squeak, tighten, tension, scraping
+11%
-89%
" ... It will move around and make noise when you put your feet on the paddles. ... "
" ... It does squeak sometimes, and recently it started to make a grinding noise/feeling. ... "
" ... It's really not practical and it just keeps making a sound. ... "
" ... If you tighten the tension knob it is no longer smooth and makes a scraping noise. ... "
" ... Also the firmness knob makes a painfully loud screech sound if you tighten it to be firm, making the pedal nowhere near as effective. ... "
" ... flimsy and makes noise when you use it. ... "
" ... Using the tension makes it have a high pitched squeak. ... "
" ... a very high-pitched squeaking noise when you turn the pedals. ... "
Battery Life
9new, dead, replace, day, working
+22%
-78%
" ... I ride two hours a day, every day. ... "
" ... After reading that means battery may be bad, I replaced the battery and that worked. ... "
" ... Arrived with a dead battery ... "
" ... I tried a new battery and it still does not work. ... "
" ... The battery section is loose, but I time myself by the wall clock. ... "
" ... Had to put in new batteries to function. ... "
" ... The battery that came with the unit arrived already dead so it seems it was sitting in the warehouse for a while since date of manufacturing. ... "
Pedometer
8calories, counts, calorie, burn, steps
+75%
-25%
" ... Real help with exercise ... "
" ... Great exercise peddler. ... "
" ... It is very easy to use and even has a calorie counter and counts your steps/revolutions. ... "
" ... This particular exercise peddler was recommended to me by my physical therapist. ... "
" ... He is able to use this with great success versus having to get on an exercise bicycle. ... "
" ... It was not marking the counts, time or calories, even after following the directions (stayed at zero). ... "
Product As Described
7picture, works, product, look
+86%
-14%
" ... Just as pictured. ... "
" ... Product as described. ... "
" ... Very nice, as described. ... "
" ... Take a look at the attached photos. ... "
" ... Hope the picture below gives an idea. ... "
" ... It works as described ... "
Heating
7gets, use, heats, really, minutes
+29%
-71%
" ... You can only use for about 15 minutes then it gets hot. ... "
" ... Little to no resistance AND the metal gets HOT. ... "
" ... My mom likes useing these my only complaint is it squeals bad and over heats quickly if you loosen the tension it still over heats ... "
" ... After about 20 minutes it gets really hot. ... "
" ... My only complaint would be that it gets hot after use, like crazy hot, I didn't expext that. ... "
Setup
6set, pros, assemble, setup, easy to set
+100%
" ... Its easy to assemble. ... "
" ... -Setup took about 15 seconds ... "
" ... Comes assembled for easy start. ... "
" ... The function gauge is easy to set and couldn't be more pleased. ... "
" ... Pros: Easy to assemble. ... "
Band
6pedal, strap, small, shoes, broke
-100%
" ... Pedal straps fall off ... "
" ... Not too good of quality, one of the straps broke with little use. ... "
" ... Straps are too small to wear with shoes. ... I cut off straps to use. ... "
" ... The straps are pretty small, and cannot be removed, so I could either use the bottom of the pedal and have the strap scraping the floor with every turn, or put my feet on top of said straps, which are smooth rubber. ... "
" ... The foot pedal was too small, the stirrup strap wouldn't even fit over my foot without shoes. ... "
Controls
5tension, resistance, knob, pedals, pedal
+40%
-60%
" ... Tension control doesn't work. ... "
" ... The only problem is when you turn the dial to put any tension in the pedals at all . ... "
Capacity
5feet, desk, across, tall, room
+60%
-40%
" ... I like it because it takes up little room and didn't cost much. ... "
" ... I have this under my desk at home. ... "
" ... Exercise can be performed at home,plus it'S small & light weight to take from room to room. ... "
As Gift
5work, sent, one, like
+80%
-20%
" ... Was a gift for someone who had recent knee surgery. ... "
" ... My son got this for Christmas. ... "
" ... Gave this to my mom as a gift, she used one at Cardiac Rehab for her arms and thought she would like one. ... "
" ... This was a gift to my father and he tells me he uses it everyday at work so that makes me happy. ... "
Video Playback
5tv, use, school, uses, reading
+100%
" ... I use this when I am sitting and binge watching streaming videos. ... "
" ... My son uses it while watching TV, still waiting for my turn ... "
" ... Great to use while watching tv. ... "
" ... I found I really enjoy the "passive" way that I can get some form of movement in while watching TV, reading, or watching my lectures for online school. ... I will definitely continue to use this model daily at home while watching TV or doing school work. ... "
" ... Feels like on I am flying while watching TV ... "
Volume
4use, tighten, squeaks, makes
-100%
" ... then today, I went to start pedaling, and it just gave a loud "PING!" ... "
" ... Also the firmness knob makes a painfully loud screech sound if you tighten it to be firm, making the pedal nowhere near as effective. ... "
" ... It squeaks quite loud and offers very little resistance. ... "
Cleaning
4carpet, use
+75%
-25%
" ... Better on carpet. ... "
" ... it was sliding around hardwood floors but placing it on top of a rug with backing to help it stay in place. ... "
" ... Doesn't grip well to tiled floor, but good on carpets ... "
Storage
4storage, move, fold, taking, take
+75%
-25%
" ... Idk, it does fold for easy storage. ... "
" ... Great quality and I like that it can fold into a smaller space. ... "
" ... It comes already assembled and folds away easily for storage. ... "
For Kids
3year, old, mother, kids
+100%
" ... I bought a pair of these for my parents and they absolutely loved it. ... "
" ... My kids who are kind of lazy discovered it and fight over using it! ... "
" ... My son got this for Christmas. ... "
Device Compatibility
3use, home
+100%
" ... I use this for working at a computer. ... "
" ... It's great to have in front of the TV. ... "
" ... The home physical therapist recommend this device. ... She had it on her smart phone and sent me the link. ... "
Weight
3light, legs
+33%
-67%
" ... Its cheap, but losing weight doesn't have to be done on a fancy machine if your budget doesn't allow for it~ ... "
" ... I barely placed any weight on it at all. ... "
Water Resistance
3bike, muscles, leg
+67%
-33%
" ... The bike provides a way to remove the water from lower legs that is caused by edema. ... "
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