Smooth CE 7.4 Elliptical Trainer Review:
The Smooth CE 7.4 elliptical trainer is the "Big Daddy" in the new offerings in the Smooth CE line from Smooth Fitness. The CE 7.4 rounds out the very top end of the line. If you're looking for a solid, commercial grade elliptical trainer that won't break your bank account, then look no further than the Smooth CE 7.4.
Features:
- Eddy Current Brake - provides for a gradual change in resistance, which eliminates any jerking or catching of the brake. 16 resistance levels. Also no moving parts to wear out.
- Heavy Gauge 5" Oval Steel Frame - adds strength and durability to the supporting frame.
- Dual Action - upper body handles provide a total body workout. Unique 3:1 lower body to upper body resistance for a balanced workout.
- Heart Rate Monitor - sensors built-in to the handle grips. Also supports heart rate control with included telemetric chest strap.
- 4-Window LED Dot-Matrix Display - displays course profile, time, Watts, calories burned, speed, RPM, target heart rate, pulse, resistance level. and metabolic equivalents.
- Exercise Programs - 8 preset programs, all are customizable.
- Stride length - 21" fixed. Perfect stride length for taller users.
- Tilt and Go Wheels - for easy mobility
- Weight Capacity - 350 lbs
- Warranty - Lifetime frame and electromagnetic brake, 5 year parts and electronics, 1 year labor
- Free Shipping
MSRP - $3297.00
Average Selling Price - $1999.00
Dimensions:
- Length - 84"
- Width - 27"
- Height - 67"
- Weight - 210 lbs
- Flywheel Weight - 48lbs.
Our Recommendation: 
The Smooth CE 7.4 is a bit of a monster at 210 lbs and 85" in length. You'll want to make sure that you have the space to accommodate it and you'll also want to enlist some strong friends to help you move and assemble it! However, if you want a club style elliptical trainer in your home gym, then the CE 7.4 may be just what you've been looking for. When compared to commercial grade models from Life Fitness and Precor costing quite a bit more, it becomes a very attractive contender.
The new CE models have been recently introduced and as a result, there isn't any repair and reliability data to draw from. However, the Smooth Fitness reputation for well-built and reliable fitness equipment bodes well for the CE 7.4.
The sturdy frame, 3-year parts and electronics warranty, excellent stride length, and Smooth pedigree have earned the Smooth CE 7.4 an EH Best Buy.