Stairmaster SM916 Stepmill is an excellent revolving steps platform that provides actual stair climbing experience. This workout not only exercises the lower body but is great for cardio as well. The descent of the eight-inch high stairs is precisely controlled by the alternator and chain-drive mechanism to provide a smooth exercising experience. Users can adjust the stepping speed from 24 steps per minute to maximum 162 steps a minute. The console provides a slot for attaching an LCD 15-inch TV as well.
Features at a Glance:
- 8-inch high steps for duplicating actual stair climbing
- Maximum 300 lbs capacity for user weight
- Ergonomically placed handrails
- 6 workout programs including HR Zone, Fat Burner, Intervals, Calorie Burner, Manual, and firefighter fitness test
- 78″ height of the machine requires at least 10 feet high ceiling
- Machine weight is 409 lbs
- Range of stepping speed from 24 to 162 steps a minute
- C51 backlit LCD console display
- Slot for attaching 15 inches LCD TV
- Readouts include heart rate, equivalent distance, calories burned, speed, power output in watts, METs, and workout profile
- Contact sensors for monitoring heart rate and compatibility with Polar telemetry system
- Precision controlled chain drive with electronic alternator for smooth operation
- Accessory tray, reading rack, and holder for water bottle
Stairmaster SM916 vs. Stairmaster 7000pt Stepmill
Both models are sturdy and have the same user weight capacity, and range of stepping speed. However, Stairmaster 7000pt Silver Screen model has nine workout programs compared to six provided by the Stairmaster SM916 model. Secondly, as the name suggests 7000pt has silver backlit LCD C40 screen, whereas the SM916 has a backlit C51 LCD console display. The number of readouts provided by both machines is the same, and the main programs have individual buttons for quick access.