I had another stepper "The Foldaway Lateral Stepper" that I also reviewed on Amazon.
I gave that one star as it seriously hurt my lower back and left knee.
If you're looking for a stepper that won't bankrupt you than I say go with this one instead.
It was a breeze to put together.
It has a very natural movement.
I'm pretty sore (in a good way this time) from using it.
I'm soaking wet within ten minutes on this thing and it doesn't cost that much.
So why four stars?
I'm knocking one star off due to the fact that it is a little too narrow for my tastes.
I would have liked a wider stance, it almost feels like I'm stepping with my feet right together even though they're not.
I'm also only 5'8 so my height is not an issue either.
That minor complaint aside, I can see myself using this along side "The Wave" consistently.
I have read other reviews that have said the shocks wear out way too fast.
I will update the review if that happens but I have only had this for a week and I love it so far.
Recommended.
Review update.............05-27-10
My machine after only one month has developed a very loud clunking noise when I step.
Rendering this machine almost unusable.
Also, both shocks are squeaking and appear to be losing pressure very quickly.
Pile of crap, I'd return it but it's not worth the hassle.
I've only been using it 20 minutes a day for four days a week.
This is INEXCUSABLE.
AAAAAAAAAAAVOID!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Further update....after one month this machine went into the dumpster. I found where the clunking noise was coming from.
The bar in the middle of the upper part of the machine where the logo is was wobbling up and down with each step.
I unscrewed both shocks and stuffed a tiny amount of washrag into the gaping hole hoping that would stop the bar from moving.
It did, till I tried to reattact the shocks and one of the screws broke right off in the machine bar.
There was ZERO way to even fix this.
I tossed it, what a nightmare and a WASTE OF MY MONEY.
I said it before, I'll say it again...
AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAVOID!!!!!!!!
(67 customers reviews)
Customers Rating=3.5 / 5.0
More Detail For Stamina SpaceMate Folding Stepper
- Independent design stepping action
- Two adjustable-resistance hydraulic cylinders provide a smooth stepping motion
- Foam covered handlebars for comfortable gripping
- Multi function monitor tracks number of steps per minute, number of steps during the workout, workout time and calories burned
- Folds for storage