Precor EFX 5.33 Elliptical Reviews

Overall

4.36 of 5 (by 14 users)

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Precor EFX 5.33 Elliptical Review Summary

Precor is one of the leading brands of exercise equipment on the market. The Precor EFX 5.33 is a favorite exercise machine among reviewers who rate the elliptical trainer highly for its durability and heart rate monitor capabilities. They also love the Precor’s for low impact exercise and the different exercise modes available that target specific areas (from your butt to your calves!) While some have found this crosstrainer to be “big, bulky and expensive” for home use and give it a thumbs down for lacking a ramp, most reviewers think the Precor elliptical is a great alternative to treadmills. It seems to fit the needs of all types of exercises from busy parents on the go to seasoned gym-goers.

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Most Helpful
Favorable Review

An excellent machine to stay in shape despite a busy life

MAY

2008

I had been comparing elliptical machines for a while, trying to find a decent one for under 1,000. Despite the plethora of them out there, not a single one is high enough in quality to be worth buying. Then I cam across this one at a year-end sale and couldn't pass it up (only $2,000). Yes, the… read full review »

regular elliptical user

Korinthya
Walnut Creek, CA

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Critical Review

Club Quality. Short on features.

DEC

2007

Precor's health-club-quality EFX 5.33 elliptical trainer is a well built heavy duty piece of equipent. They added moving handlebars for an upper body workout. Unfortunately they lost the main feature that made Precor what it was. The incline is fixed at 20 degrees. There are 14… read full review »

regular elliptical user, willing to pay for quality

KenInBoca
Boca Raton, FL

Precor EFX 5.33 Elliptical Ratings and Reviews

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THIS MACHINE IS A GREAT ONE.

walking and running

MAR

2008

This is a great machine. My gym has it and I use it 2 times a week. I run all the other days. — It gives my knees a rest from all the jarring they get from running on the road. Whats great — about this machine is that you can elavate it to work certain parts of your legs all the way up — to you working your butt. I like that you can also speed up or slow down and still get a good — work out. I mean a good work out too. When I get off of this I am just as tired as if I just got — running. If you get a chance try it. The Precor is also a great brand.… read full review »

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tams1
Clermont, FL

It's so easy on my knees

budget conscious, regular elliptical user

DEC

2007

I can walk on this for 45 minutes and feel better than walking a mile in our neighborhood. It takes some getting used to the way you have to balance yourself, but now I can read a book while working out. It has several different modes, and you can create your own. I have seen cheaper brands at mass merchandise stores, and they are not as sturdy, and the space for your feet are much smaller. I hate to exercise, but I love this machine! —… read full review »

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FrugalMom
Holland, OH

AMAZING

regular elliptical user

APR

2008

I love this elliptical. It has many programs to choose from. It is easy to just jump on and get a great workout without having to fiddle with different settings. It is a comfortable machine. I find it user friendly. It is a good machine for all different types of people with different goals. Whether your goal is to loose weight, tighten gluts, cross train, or maintain weight, there is a program for you. — … read full review »

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ebmusic4life
Crystal Lake, IL

Easy to use and offers a great workout

regular elliptical user

MAR

2008

I like the cross country style elliptical machines and this is a great one. Programs are easy to use and the back and forth arm motion helps your shoulder and arms. Plus, the cross country style motion is easier on the body. I've used the ellipticals with no arm motion and have hurt by my hips and my feet. This machine is easy to stay centered which helps prevent… read full review »

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throwaway
Eugene, OR

It's great and burns of the fat in all the right places.

doing aerobics, regular elliptical user, a spectactor, playing recreational sports, strength training

MAR

2008

This elliptical is the best that I've ever used. If you don't like using a treadmill this is a great alternative. I've recommended it to all of my friends. I used this machine almost everyday. Guess what I've lost 25 pounds in three months by eating right and working out on this machine. I doesn't get any better than… read full review »

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unefilleedouard
Concord, NC

A great non-impact cardio workout.

doing aerobics, regular elliptical user

MAR

2008

This is a great, sturdy piece of equipment very suitable for a non-impact cardio workout. The ability to work in both forward and backward directions helps train balance and agility as well as all the core muscle groups. I love being able to check my heart rate and strides per minute to help me customize my workout. — — —… read full review »

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fitnessbuffy
Channahon, IL

Can't go wrong with this eliptical!

regular elliptical user

MAR

2008

This is a very good eliptial. It has all of the features that I as a regular eliptial user but not harcore athelete need. I really like the swinging arms as opposed to others in which the arms stay in place. It also gives alot of good information on the screen and aids in a great… read full review »

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Cjones815
Rockford, IL

Great, low impact workout

regular elliptical user

MAR

2008

This machine is a great elliptical. I prefer stationary handles, so that would be my only complaint, but if you're looking for a full body workout from your elliptical, this one is great. Many variable resistances and inclines to target specific muscles or capture the full… read full review »

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robynlianne
Goleta, CA

Amazing Machine that doesnt make you feel so weighted.

MAR

2008

This machine is one of the best. A lot of the ellipticals make you feel very weighted down or that there is more weight added to the rowing bars but this machine doesnt. It feels good and it is smooth unlike other machines. i well recommend this… read full review »

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cjwadsworth
Port Hueneme, CA

I love my Precor. And cant live without it!!!

regular elliptical user

MAR

2008

When my husband and i started the research on ellipticals the road always lead to precor. we went to a precor store and fell in love. we bought it the same day and have been on it every day since. we will never live without a precor again!… read full review »

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dandibrandi
Ypsilanti, MI

love it

regular elliptical user

FEB

2008

The only machine that i can do for more than 20 minutes at a high intensity. it cushions my feet and goes easy on the knees. smooth strides. what more can you ask… read full review »

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deblizard
Beverly Hills, CA

Gives me a great workout and it is easy on my bad knees.

regular elliptical user

FEB

2008

This machine is easy to use! It is a great way to do cardiovascular activity without putting too much strain on bad knees and shins! I love… read full review »

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heidy4
Rochester, MI

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