DeerRun Apex Flow 1 Review

DeerRun sells the Apex Flow 1 as a "Foldable Auto Incline Treadmill". It's a full-size home treadmill rather than the low-profile walking pads most of Walking Counts covers. See DeerRun's range on our DeerRun models page, and our walking pad vs treadmill comparison for how the two formats differ.

DeerRun lists a 0–15% automatic incline. It doesn't publish how many incline levels there are, so we list that as "Not listed". Browse more options in our best walking pads with incline guide.

DeerRun lists a 0.6–10 mph speed range — walking, jogging and running speeds, well beyond the roughly 3.8–4 mph top speed of most walking pads on this site.

DeerRun lists a 400 lb maximum user weight. For walking pads with high listed limits, see our walking pads with 300 lb+ capacity guide.

DeerRun doesn't list the running-area dimensions in the information we used. We don't estimate them from the overall size or from other DeerRun treadmills, and DeerRun publishes no user-height guidance.

DeerRun lists extended dimensions of 60.39 × 31.34 × 42.60 in. Measure the space you plan to use, including room around the machine, before buying.

Foldable; the handrail folds down. DeerRun does not describe the running deck itself as folding in half. We don't call it a folding-deck treadmill. See our best foldable walking pads guide for how other folding designs compare.

DeerRun lists folded dimensions of 60.39 × 31.34 × 8.58 in. Folding brings the height down from 42.60 in to 8.58 in; the length and width stay the same. DeerRun's promotional wording mentions "15% Standing storage", but 15% is the incline figure, not a storage specification, so we don't rely on it. We don't claim it fits under a bed or sofa.

DeerRun doesn't list the Apex Flow 1's machine weight in the information we used. We don't estimate it. If weight matters for moving or storing it, check with DeerRun before buying.

Motor horsepower and motor type aren't listed in the information we used. We don't infer them from other DeerRun models.

The information we used doesn't describe a remote control or the console controls, so we list both as "Not listed". DeerRun does list PitPat app compatibility and includes a phone/tablet stand.

DeerRun confirms PitPat compatibility. DeerRun promotes PitPat features including workout tracking, smart device syncing, AI training, virtual racing, 3D environments, leaderboards, health-app syncing, rewards and anti-cheat features. These are DeerRun's and PitPat's promotional claims, not independently established product specifications, and Walking Counts hasn't tested them.

The information we used doesn't describe the display, so we don't list what it shows or what type it is.

DeerRun describes the Apex Flow 1 as having a "Quiet Motor Design," but doesn't publish a decibel figure or test conditions. We can't say how loud it will be in your home.

DeerRun includes a Safety Lock. The information we used doesn't describe any other safety features, so we don't add details beyond that.

DeerRun lists these box contents:

• Main treadmill
• Phone/tablet stand
• Safety Lock
• 5.9 ft power cord
• Lubricating oil
• L-type 6 mm hex socket
• Two cylindrical bolts
• Manual
• Quick & Easy Guide card

• People who want jogging and running speeds (up to 10 mph) at home
• People who want steep automatic incline (0–15%)
• Users who need a listed limit of up to 400 lb
• Homes with room for a 60.39 × 31.34 × 42.60 in machine

• Under-desk walkers: see our under-desk guide.
• Anyone who needs a published running area, machine weight or noise figure: DeerRun doesn't list these for the Apex Flow 1; the X20 publishes a belt size and weight.
• Anyone who wants a published remote: a remote isn't listed.

DeerRun's and PitPat's marketing includes claims we don't present as fact: reduced joint strain or injury risk, superior joint comfort, apartment-friendly operation, AI-driven training effectiveness, increased fat or calorie burning, and other health outcomes.

We compiled this review from DeerRun's published Apex Flow 1 specifications and compared it with other models documented on Walking Counts. We have not personally tested the treadmill and haven't independently verified DeerRun's figures. Read more about how we review products.