FORGET foldable phones – Peloton has launched a SHRINKING treadmill that folds up to fit in tight spaces.

The new exercise machine launches alongside another new treadmill with a “cushioned” track – and a built-in camera to help you train.

A portfolio of three Peloton Tread treadmills with screens displaying fitness classes.
Peloton has totally revamped its Tread line-up Credit: Peloton
Peloton Tread Flex with a workout displayed on its screen.
The Peloton Tread Flex folds up to take up less space Credit: Peloton

Best known for its , Peloton is one of the biggest names in the world of fitness tech.

The company first launched a smart treadmill back in 2018, borrowing the Peloton Bike’s system of offering instructor-led classes on a large built-in screen.

Now Peloton is dishing out three new bikes – the Peloton Tread Flex, Tread Vision, and Tread+ Vision – although only the first two will be available in the UK.

Peloton says its gadgets are suitable “from the casual walker to the performance runner”.

The treadmills have also been upgraded with some clever AI tricks, to analyse your running.

And there’s even a special mode that lets you track real-life runs, and then repeat them on your at-home treadmill.

“From record marathon turnouts around the world to the rise of local run clubs, we’re rediscovering the joy of running, walking and hiking,” said Peloton chief Peter Stern.

“Expanding our treadmill portfolio and launching AI-powered software for runners will allow us to connect with a much wider audience.”

He added that it would “help many more people achieve their fitness and wellness goals”.

The cheapest of the new models is the Peloton Tread Flex, which lands in the UK in Spring 2027 for £1,999 / $2,195.

Peloton Tread Flex Cushioned Belt
Peloton’s Tread Flex starts at £1,999 in the UK and $2,195 in the US Credit: Peloton
Foldable Peloton Tread Flex treadmill in a folded position.
You can fold it up manually – and lock it in place for safety Credit: Peloton

And it’s also now Peloton’s most affordable treadmill, as the new range replaces the old Tread line-up.

The Tread uses a manual folding system that lets it shrink to 50% of its original size.

That means if you live in a flat – or in the UK where homes are generally smaller than in the US – it’ll be much easier to fit one of these in.

Peloton says that it’s relatively quiet (again, handy for a flat) with peak sound output of 70dB even when you’re running at the max 12.5mph speed.

For contrast, that’s about the same as a vacuum cleaner or washing machine.

The other UK release is the Peloton Tread Vision.

This is an upgraded treadmill that doesn’t fold up, but comes with some bonus perks.

For a start, it has a new cushioning system in the track so that you shouldn’t feel so sore after a run,.

A Swivel Screen showing a woman working out with a ball.
You can also use the Peloton Tread Flex for strength workouts Credit: Peloton
A black Peloton Tread with a screen displaying a person doing a side plank.
Peloton’s Tread Vision is a souped-up treadmill with bonus features Credit: Peloton

And there are new jump buttons built into the speed and increase dials, so you can quickly hop to the intervals you’re looking for.

There’s a built-in movement-tracking camera that can give you insights about your form after you’ve finished your run.

And if you’re using the screen for strength workouts near the treadmill, it can correct your lifting form too.

If you want the Tread Vision, you’ll be paying $2,999 in the UK or $3,495 in the US.

A third gadget – currently aimed at the US and Canada only – called Tread+ Vision adds a Sled Mode, a HYROX training function, and a push weight of up to 300lbs.

But that’ll cost you a hefty $6,695 in the US (or $8,395 in Canada).

No matter which model you buy, however, you’ll be accessing the same set of classes led by Peloton’s own instructors.

“The Peloton advantage has always been the sum of its parts,” said Peloton product chief Nick Caldwell.

Buttons on a Tonal handle to adjust weight.
The Tread Vision has jump buttons to quickly hop to nearest intervals Credit: Peloton
Tread Vision movement tracking camera.
There’s a built-in camera for monitoring your form while running or strength training Credit: Peloton

“It’s about the instructors and content you love, the software that simplifies wellness and equipment that fits seamlessly into your life and transforms your routine.

“The new Tread lineup is the clearest expression of that yet.”

He added that the new Peloton gear would effectively function as a “personalised training partner”.

Much of that customisability comes courtesy of new features that land on October 1.

For a start, the will analyse your running “cadence, vertical oscillation and stride length” to create a running efficiency score.

And it’ll give you custom tips to help you run better.

Peloton is also adding IQ Pace Targets that set personalised target speed ranges for every interval.

They work a bit like Power Zones on the Peloton Bike, as they’re based on your recent running performance.

A fitness trainer on a screen with a camera, fan, and textured border.
A Tread-topper fan helps to keep you cool while you run Credit: Peloton
A treadmill screen displaying a man in a yoga pose with workout metrics.
The screen is on a swivel arm so you can turn it to the side for strength training Credit: Peloton

Heart Rate Zone Workouts have been added as a new Just Guidance format that uses data from your smartwatch or tracker band.

There’s a ReRun mode that lets you track and save real outdoor runs that you’ve completed, giving you the option to re-run them on the Tread by syncing the inclines.

And Sled Mode lets you add up to 300lbs of resistance to your treadmill, which turns it into what Peloton calls a “high-intensity strength station”.