In-depth review
Sole F65 Review (2027): A Gym Deck That Happens to Fold
Full research review of the Sole F65: 22-inch belt, kick-release fold, 15% incline, and the moving-day reality of a heavy folder.
Sole F65 Treadmill
The heavy folder: 22-inch belt, 15% incline, kick-release deck.
- 3.25 CHP
- Motor
- 0.5-12 mph
- Speed range
- 0-15%
- Incline
Our verdict
The F65 is the answer to a specific frustration: every other folding treadmill asking a big runner to accept a smaller deck. Sole simply built its gym-grade belt and motor on a frame that tips up, added a kick release that works with your hands full of nothing, and accepted the weight that honesty requires. Fold it weekly and it is superb. Fold and roll it daily through a small apartment and its mass will argue with you every time.
What we like
- 60 x 22 in belt, the full runner standard, on a folding frame
- 3.25 CHP motor and 350 lb capacity
- Kick-release folding is simple and mechanical
What to watch out for
- Heavy to roll even on its wheels
- Console is plain next to screen models
Who it is for
Larger and taller runners with a semi-permanent spot and occasional folding needs.
Deck and drive
Sixty by twenty-two inches, 3.25 CHP, 15 percent incline, 350 lb capacity. Read as a fixed treadmill those are strong numbers; as a folder they lead the guide. Owners coming from gyms describe the transition as seamless, which is the highest compliment this category gets.
Kick-release folding, assessed
Press the release with a foot and the deck lowers on its strut. It is less elegant than Horizon's FeatherLight branding and just as effective in practice. The lift up is where the weight speaks: technique over strength, and a clear floor path every time.
Console modesty
A clear LCD, quick keys, Bluetooth for your apps, and no membership in sight. Buyers who want classes on the machine itself should look at the EXP 7i or Carbon TLX; buyers who bring a tablet get everything they need here.
Key specifications
- Motor
- 3.25 CHP
- Speed range
- 0.5-12 mph
- Incline
- 0-15%
- Belt size
- 60 x 22 in
- Capacity
- 350 lb
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Feels like a fixed gym deck that happens to fold
- Deck release works with a foot, hands free
- Strong warranty framing for a folder
Common complaints
- Moving it through doorways takes planning
- Fan and speaker quality lag the frame quality
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
Sources: Sole F65 product documentation, Amazon listing specifications
Also consider
NordicTrack EXP 7i Treadmill
iFIT folding runner with a 7-inch screen and an assisted deck lower.
- Motor: 2.75 CHP
- Speed range: 0-10 mph
Sources: NordicTrack EXP 7i product documentation, Amazon listing specifications
Check price on Amazonor add to your Amazon cartChoose the EXP 7i for daily folding ease and built-in classes, accepting the shorter belt. Read our NordicTrack EXP 7i Treadmill review
Horizon FitnessHorizon Fitness Horizon T202 Treadmill
FeatherLight fold, dial controls, and a 60-inch belt at a mid price.
- Motor: 2.75 CHP (Johnson Drive System)
- Speed range: 0.5-12 mph
Sources: Horizon Fitness T202 product documentation, Amazon listing specifications
Check price on Amazonor add to your Amazon cartChoose the T202 to spend less and fold lighter, giving up belt width and capacity. Read our Horizon Fitness Horizon T202 Treadmill review
Research-based assessment: manufacturer specifications and documentation, cross-checked against retailer listings and recurring themes in published owner feedback. We do not claim hands-on testing we have not performed.
FAQ
Questions, answered straight
Is the F65 hard to move when folded?
It rolls on transport wheels, but it is one of the heavier folders here. Straight, clear paths are fine; stairs and tight turns are a two-person job.
Does the deck wobble at speed?
Owner themes say no; locked down, it is repeatedly described as gym-solid, which is the F65's whole reputation.