Sunny E906 & E907 Magnetic Elliptical Trainers Review

The Sunny E906 and E907 elliptical trainers are small home exercise machines priced just under $300. Weighing less than 90 pounds, they’re best for occasional light workouts and aren’t intended to replace a gym membership.

The E906 and E907 are essentially the same machine, but the E907 weighs a bit more. It has a 220 pound user weight capacity.

Elliptical Hits: Best Features of Sunny E906 & E907 Elliptical Trainers

• Oversized pedals – The anti-slip pedals on Sunny trainers are oversized to promote comfort.
• Compact size – At just 54” and 53” long respectively, the Sunny Magnetic E907 and E906 are ideal for small home workout areas.
• Heart rate monitors – Hand pulse monitors help users keep track of cardiovascular progress.
• Data readout – Feedback is provided in the following categories: Scan, Time, Speed, Distance, Calories, Pulse, and ODO.

Elliptical Misses: A Cloudy Outlook for the Sunny E906 & E907 Elliptical Trainers

• Short stride – The very short stride makes these units move quickly; they don’t offer a long, easy glide. Some customers report that Sunny ellipticals are hard on the knees.
• Unstable – The E906 weighs 72 pounds and the E907 elliptical weighs just 85 pounds. They are rated for users over 200 pounds, but that claim isn’t easy to believe.
• Few resistance levels – This Sunny elliptical has eight levels of resistance. The industry standard is 16-20.
• Lack of programming – Although users can choose from 8 resistance levels, there are no programs to assist with training.
• Questionable ergonomics – The E906 and E907 have light flywheels and aren’t optimized in terms of cushioning, pedal spacing, and other features that characterize better low-impact workout equipment.

Overall Rating for the Sunny Fitness E907 and E906 Elliptical Trainers

Sunny’s cheapest cross trainers, the E906 and E907 included, compare very poorly with ellipticals that cost just a few hundred dollars more. Their short strides inhibit a full elliptical motion, their light flywheels provide little resistance, and they lack programming to guide workout sessions. Furthermore, since Sunny ellipticals are sold without standard industry warranties, customers are left vulnerable to costly repairs and replacement parts. These might be alright as backup trainers, but buyers should know that they’re getting a substandard product. For better options, see other discount brands such as NordicTrack and Schwinn.