MERACH Under Desk Elliptical Machine for Home, Electric Elliptical Machine for Seniors with 12 Adjustable Speed, Quiet & Portable Seated Pedal Exerciser with Remote Control & Non-Slip Pad

Excellent build quality, rubber grips on peddles as opposed to plastic like some others, feels comfortable on bare feet, looks prime quality and more discreet than some others. Resistance bands great, can lean back and sit forward on different height seating, the remote works well and rotation is good. To rotate in manual mode press on remote, it will stop and pause to change over and start again, the function button only works in manual mode to view each reading of choice, it won’t work in automatic mode- but it lets you see each reading one by one automatically. The auto modes have a pattern of going slow to fast, forward and rotating backwards by itself. It is .Relaxing whilst watching tv, couldn’t use with others in office as it might annoy others but certainly ok to use whilst watching tv. I could see this being good for elderly to improve circulation, ankle and calf strength whilst also strengthening wrists , shoulders, arms and chest muscles with resistance bands. You may lose some calories too and build up strength slowly and gently. Looks better than any others I’ve seen on Amazon. Delivered with care and has a years warranty which you need to register for- details in manual. . Weight 7kg lighter than most and was easy to pick up with one hand but elderly may need two hands but reasonable weight to lift short distances. Mat is thin but may not be required afterall. Used on a carpet. Impressed with overall quality. Once you get used to where the readings are on screen you can see it light up as each reading is presented. Not read instructions yet so was pretty easy to get going. It has a safety cut off after 15mins so as not to over do it but it’s easily started again with the remote or by touching the screen button. Just arrived so will update if any issues.

Excellent for my elderly parents they suffer with fluid retention in their ankles but are too frail to exercise sufficiently to alleviate the swelling. They have found the gentle movement gets the blood and fluid moving and has helped to loosen their ankles and knees.

tl;dr: Great little gadget for working out the legs under a desk, won't give you a super tough workout and the resistance is limited but certainly helps to add activity to where there would otherwise be none. I bought these to sit under my desk to try and get a bit more exercise in. Now these will not turn you into the next Lance Armstrong but you can certainly get in a reasonable workout with them. If I put some effort then I can get my heart rate up into the 100 range and I certainly feel the burn in my legs when I give it some gas and go for a decent length of time. The resistance adjustment range is poultry at best, I can certainly feel a difference but it's _very_ subtle. The machine feels well built and pretty solid however it does have a tendency to move around a LOT on carpet. Sticking it atop a rubber mat should sort that out thought. I've not used the automatic feature so I can't comment on that. I think the unit looks quite stylish, especially with the woodgrain finish.

Works just as described and expected. The outer delivery box was not very well secured, but the product was securely packed in an inner box. Very satisfied with purchase which, so far, is working fine. Has a variety of programmes and speeds which cover my requirements. Would recommend.

Machine works well and is very usefull, but cannot understand instruction book to opperate all the functions or modes.

I cannot believe how amazing this machine is!! It’s so easy to use, I use the preset programmes of which it has 12. My mobility is hindered with osteoarthritis and after numerous joint replacements exercise can be difficult, but having this machine had been wonderful!!! I cannot highly recommend it enough!!!!

This stepper is quiet, clever with it's different programs and a superb way to exercise, especially for the elderly. I've found the company very professional and speedy in handling any communications you may send or dispatch to them.

It does what it says on the specs.no probs so far.

I looked at so many options before I ordered this Merach stepper elliptical machine and I'm thrilled with it! I wanted something basic yet effective, super quiet, easy to operate and lightweight. I got everything but the lightweight part, but thats subjective. For an old lady, this is not easy to lift and tote around, but it's possible (easier if you have sled dogs you can tie it to). I think I'll leave it where it landed cuz I use it there. The stepper has a remote control to run it but I've also discovered a certain channel put in my TV remote will turn the machine on too -- surprise!! That's kind of weird, especially because the machine remote has to be pointed directly at it to work. So the remote works fine and is easy to use or you can reach down and use the controls between your feet. There are different speeds and you can go forward and backward. The movement is smooth and very quiet, which are both important to me. Two other things I like about this: it doesn't have to be electrically powered to move but also works on human effort (and it requires real effort either forward or backward), and it has resistance handpulls that can be attached to both sides to work your arms too. This part is only through human efforts, so put your back into it and get a more thorough workout. This is a great product except for two things I don't like but never considered before buying. One is the darn plug cord is way too short!!! Like my new coffee maker, you're required to plug it into the most inconvenient spot available and that is super annoying! So mine is on an extension cord, but I don't appreciate the company being too cheap and lazy to make the plug humanely. The other thing is not just for this stepper elliptical but probably all of them. Never was height or angle talked about. You need to position this properly but you also have to be positioned properly. If you're vertically-challenged (uh, short) like many of us are, this is not as easy as it seems. The height is not adjustable, nor is mine, so I have to find the right chair and position and distance the machine according to my needs. Turns out that's a lot of work and effort so I was able to put off my workout that day. But make sure you consider ahead of purchase where the tiny plug can go and how you can reach it comfortably. The machine does come with a piece of nonslip stuff that's often used as shelf liner to keep your dishes from sliding. I haven’t used it because I put the machine on carpet and it sticks like glue. I can't even push it much so it's very stable here. I can't say about that small square of rubber shelf liner stuff. This review is honest based on my use, perceptions and flights of fancy, and I hope it helped you decide whatever or at least gave you more questions to help you make your excellent choice. Just because I'm happy with this purchase doesn't mean it's right for you -- do your due diligence and then buy it, lol!! Get moving and you might feel better! BTW, if your knees are iffy, start slow for just a minute or two several times a day and you can build up to more without causing pain. That worked for me!

What we like about the exerciser is that it is easy paced and my husband (89 )and I (88) can both use it and I might add comfortably. Our plan (which we have already started), is to start out on the lowest setting and work our way up. We have also started at 20 minutes for workout and both have had no issues. We love that we are able to be getting a bit of exercise daily now. The exerciser appears to be well made and it's very quiet. Smooth glide pedals are nice and no effort on our part is needed. The machine does it all. We would give the machine 5 stars. It is perfect for us and we are happy to have it.

I purchased this leg exerciser to help me with my knee and to get a bit of exercise while sitting. The machine is quiet. I like it. It works with power or without power. I am still getting use to the remote control. I need to learn how to increase the speed and reverse my pedal direction. I am very glad I purchased it. The weight was more than I expected. It feels like 15-20 pounds. This for me is not very portable, but I can make it work. It also came with hand straps, foot straps and batteries for the remote. I received a floor mat to place the elliptical on and a user manual. Great elliptical. Good purchase.

I use the MERACH Under Desk Elliptical Machine every day, and it’s been a great addition to my routine. The low-intensity exercise is perfect for maintaining activity levels, especially for seniors or those in leg rehabilitation. It effectively promotes blood circulation, burns calories, and helps with muscle tension. The remote control is a standout feature, making it easy to adjust settings without having to bend over. This is especially helpful for those with limited mobility. The anti-slip design is another plus, providing stability and confidence during use. However, I’ve found that the higher settings don’t offer enough variation to meet my needs. The differences between the higher speeds are not as pronounced as I’d like, and the lower settings are too standard for my taste. It would be ideal if the machine offered more pronounced changes in intensity at the higher settings to better cater to different workout preferences. Overall, while the elliptical machine works great for everyday use and offers a smooth, quiet workout, there is room for improvement in the range of resistance settings.

This is a wonderful machine vary easy to use and quiet!