The Kettler CT 307 Elliptical Trainer – A Budget Model Built to Last

The Kettler CT 307 elliptical trainer is from the German-based company that has been producing quality fitness equipment for over 60 years.

What You Get

On the Kettler CT 307 console, you get a large LCD high resolution display that shows time, revs, speed, training distance, calorie consumption, pulse, recovery pulse, and a strain graph. Along with 8 pre-set programs, it has a Recovery Pulse measurement with fitness rating.

The features on the Kettler CT 307 elliptical trainer include:

• 18" Stride Length
• 8 Programs
• Motor controlled Magnetic Brake
• 16 Resistance Levels
• Upper Body Handlebars
• Rear Drive
• 14kg Flywheel
• Unit wt/dimensions: 116 lbs/ 50.5" x 23" x 66.5"
• Front Transport Wheels, Floor levelers
• Folding Frame
• 285-lb. User Capacity
• Warranty: lifetime frame, 2 years parts, 6 months labor

The Word on the Street

UPDATE: As of 2021 it looks like Kettler is no longer making ellipticals. They used to have at least half a dozen models available for sale on the company website but now there is only one, the RIVO 4, and it's out of stock.

Check out our Best Ellipticals page to find a comparable model in your price range.

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The Kettler CT 307 elliptical has a 30-pound drive system (14kg), magnetic resistance brake system, ergonomic tube frame, pivot joints with double ball bearings, non-slip foot pedals, and contact hand pulse sensors in the handlebars.

Along with the quality components, these machines have good maintenance records. Rear-drive elliptical trainers such as the Kettler CT 307 require less repairs (if any) than front-drive units since there are fewer parts to break or that will wear down.

In addition, rear-drives offer a more natural walking stride. Keep that in mind when comparing quality Kettlers to other budget trainers especially those with front drive systems.

The elliptical reviews by consumers, equipment experts, and consumer reporting publications are above average to excellent on Kettler machines. Users say that their trainers are smooth and silent, and that the console is plain with little fuss reflecting its austere German styling.

The two most important points to note about the Kettler CT 307 are the 1) the outstanding quality, this is a budget elliptical that is built to last, and 2) the fluid operation thanks to the sealed ball bearings (instead of bushings) used on all pivot points.

Our Thoughts

This $699 unit is comparable in performance to units that sell for several hundred dollars more.

The Kettler CT 307 elliptical trainer offers solid stability, a great ride, forward and backward motion, easy assembly, the console is simple to operate, and the pulse rate sensors on the handlebars are accurate.

This is a high quality trainer at a budget price and rates a Best Buy.

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