3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer vs SOLE E25 Elliptical
3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer (#1, best overall) vs SOLE E25 Elliptical (#2, best premium): in our Elliptical Machines scoring the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer totals 8.6/10 and the SOLE E25 Elliptical 7.8/10. At $1,999 versus $1,099, the SOLE E25 Elliptical costs $900 less.
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Side by side
| 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer | SOLE E25 Elliptical | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1999 | $1099 |
| Stride | Adjustable 18/20/23" | 20" |
| Resistance | 32 levels (magnetic) | 20 levels (magnetic) |
| Flywheel | 26.4 lbs | 20 lbs |
| Stored Length | 49.2" | — |
| Max User | 350 lbs | — |
| Incline | — | 20 levels (power) |
| Dimensions | — | 70" x 24" x 70" |
How they differ in real use
Built from our elliptical machines scoring, each product's published specifications, and verified owner feedback — not hands-on testing.
Both the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer and the SOLE E25 Elliptical made our Top 5 Elliptical Machines, at #1 (best overall) and #2 (best premium). Adjustable 3-position stride (18/20/23") with 26.4 lb flywheel and 32 resistance levels in a compact 49.2" stored footprint. 350 lb capacity and 5-year parts warranty back serious build quality. SOLE's lifetime frame/flywheel warranty and 20 resistance + 20 power incline levels deliver proven durability. 20" stride and 350 lb capacity in a well-documented package.
We score elliptical machines on Motion Quality (35%), Build Quality (25%), Features (20%), Footprint (10%) and Value (10%). On that basis the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer totals 8.6 out of 10 and the SOLE E25 Elliptical 7.8. The widest gap is Motion Quality, where the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer scores 9 against 8 for the SOLE E25 Elliptical — smoothness and natural feel. Footprint also separates them: 9 for the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer versus 6 for the SOLE E25 Elliptical. The SOLE E25 Elliptical claws back ground on Value.
On paper, the specifications that actually differ: Stride — Adjustable 18/20/23" on the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer versus 20" on the SOLE E25 Elliptical; Resistance — 32 levels (magnetic) on the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer versus 20 levels (magnetic) on the SOLE E25 Elliptical; Flywheel — 26.4 lbs on the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer versus 20 lbs on the SOLE E25 Elliptical.
Pricing as of February 19, 2026: $1,999 for the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer and $1,099 for the SOLE E25 Elliptical, a $900 difference in the SOLE E25 Elliptical's favor. Owners praise the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer for adjustable stride (18/20/23") and 32 resistance levels; the most common complaint is premium price (~$1,999). Owners praise the SOLE E25 Elliptical for lifetime frame/flywheel warranty and 20 resistance + 20 incline levels; the most common complaint is large footprint (70" x 24" x 70").
3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer
- Adjustable stride (18/20/23")
- 32 resistance levels
- Compact stored footprint (49.2")
- 350 lb weight capacity
- Premium price (~$1,999)
- No integrated touchscreen ecosystem
- Limited third-party reviews
SOLE E25 Elliptical
- Lifetime frame/flywheel warranty
- 20 resistance + 20 incline levels
- 350 lb weight capacity
- SOLE+ app integration
- Large footprint (70" x 24" x 70")
- Basic 7.5" LCD display
- Heavy (209 lbs)
Which should you buy?
The 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer is the better fit for those wanting adjustable stride and space-conscious buyers — it is the higher-scoring pick here, chiefly for Motion Quality and Footprint. The SOLE E25 Elliptical is the better fit for warranty-conscious buyers and subscription avoiders, and the stronger choice if Value matters more to you than the overall score. If the $900 saving matters more than Motion Quality, the SOLE E25 Elliptical is the better value. The 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer is a poor fit for budget shoppers; the SOLE E25 Elliptical is a poor fit for small spaces.
Choose the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer if
- Those wanting adjustable stride
- Space-conscious buyers
- Taller and shorter users alike
Skip it if
- Budget shoppers
- Those wanting touchscreen ecosystems
Choose the SOLE E25 Elliptical if
- Warranty-conscious buyers
- Subscription avoiders
- Those wanting incline variety
Skip it if
- Small spaces
- Those wanting big touchscreens
Common questions
Is the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer better than the SOLE E25 Elliptical?
In our Elliptical Machines ranking the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer scores higher overall, 8.6 to 7.8, with the biggest advantage in Motion Quality. The SOLE E25 Elliptical is stronger on Value, so it is the better pick if that matters most to you.
How much more does the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer cost than the SOLE E25 Elliptical?
$900 more as of February 19, 2026: $1,999 for the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer against $1,099 for the SOLE E25 Elliptical. Prices move, so the merchant page shows the current figure. What the extra buys is mostly Motion Quality — 9 versus 8 in our scoring.
What is the main difference between the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer and the SOLE E25 Elliptical?
The headline spec difference is Stride: Adjustable 18/20/23" on the 3G Cardio Elite EM X Elliptical Trainer versus 20" on the SOLE E25 Elliptical. In use, the gap that matters most is Motion Quality (9 vs 8 in our scoring): smoothness and natural feel.