- Compact, sturdy stepper ideal for toning the waist, hips, calves, and thigh
- Unique adjustable tension pulley system makes stepping action smoother
- Perfect for low impact exercise
- The dual hydraulic cylinders work independently
- Constructed of heavy gauge steel
Product Description
The mini stepper exerciser is a compact, sturdy stepper ideal for toning the waist, hips, calves, and thighs. Features a unique adjustable tension pulley system that makes stepping action smoother for low impact exercises. The dual hydraulic cylinders work independently, replicating stair climbing. Constructed of heavy gauge steel, the footrests are high-impact plastic composite and the non-skid feet prevent slipping. Includes a built in digital computer that calculates elasped time and number of steps, comes with two AA batteries.
I bought this based on WSJ reviews. At first it was fine. I was happy with a sturdy piece of equipment. Then after a few uses the squeaking began. Ok WD40 once a week. Then after about three weeks the bolt that held the pulley broke rather suddenly. I was able to fix that, I used a higher grade bolt. Then after about two months the steel cable that runs from each step through the pulley broke. Well that is fatal. I tried rigging up a cable but wouldn’t hold. I couldn’t get a replacement part. (anyone find a source for parts let me know) Tried the duro med site. Leave a message, never a person. Did it every day for a weeks, nothing. I weight 180 used it 2-3 times a week and it made it a couple months. Maybe if you are little and don’t use it much it may last longer. I say save your money and go out and walk.
Rating: 1 / 5
This product seems to be overpriced at Amazon.com. The mini-stepper seems to cost 66.50$ at other online vendors (just google by the name of the product).
Rating: 3 / 5
I do not recommend this mini stepper.
First of all, even if you set the resistance to the hardest setting, it’s way too easy. It’s hard to get a workout.
Second, it broke after 8 months of light to moderate use.
Rating: 2 / 5
I’ve bought two of these in the past year… Both had welds snap rendering them unusable.
The second one happened within two months of buying it. I’m 195 lbs, not too heavy for something like this.
Great product, though, if you want to buy a new one every few months but I sure as hell won’t be.
Rating: 2 / 5
I can’t complain one bit. fast shipping, great product. no assembly required, very stable and easy to use. for the price and size i would recommend this to anyone interested.
Rating: 5 / 5