WalkingPad P1 Review: Classic Foldable Walking Treadmill

WalkingPad sells the P1 in its "Foldable Classic" series. It's a low-profile walking pad with no handle that folds in half for storage — the format WalkingPad says it invented. WalkingPad positions it for steady indoor walking and light cardio, such as walking during the workday or while watching TV.

It's not a running machine. For running speeds within the brand, the WalkingPad X21 is a different category of treadmill.

The deck folds 180° in half. WalkingPad lists it at 56.5 × 21.5 × 5 inches unfolded and 32.5 × 21.5 × 5 inches folded, so the folded footprint is about 32.5 × 21.5 inches and the height stays at 5 inches.

WalkingPad describes storing it under a bed or couch. WalkingPad's current P1 information does not clearly recommend upright storage, so we would follow the manufacturer's storage instructions rather than assume it can be stood vertically.

The walking area is 47 × 16.5 inches (1200 × 415 mm). That width matches the A1 Pro and is wider than the C2 (15.7 in) and Z1 (15.7 in); the length is within an inch of both. Compare it with your own stride and how much side-to-side room you like.

The P1 runs from 0.3 to 3.75 mph (0.5–6 km/h). 3.75 mph is a brisk walk for many people. It's a walking-only machine — WalkingPad describes the range as designed for steady indoor walking and light cardio.

WalkingPad lists a brush motor with a 746 W power input. It doesn't publish a horsepower figure for the P1, so we don't convert one. Motor figures alone don't prove durability, quality or lifespan.

The maximum user weight is 220 lb (100 kg). That's the person on the belt — not the machine's own weight, which is covered next.

WalkingPad lists a 62-lb (28 kg) net weight and a 68-lb shipping weight. That's heavier than the Z1 (51 lb) and C2 (55 lb) and about the same as the A1 Pro (63 lb). WalkingPad says it has transport wheels for repositioning; 62 lb is still a real lift if you need to carry it.

WalkingPad lists these control features for the P1:

• FootSense: walk toward the front to speed up, move back to slow down.
• Handheld remote: included, with a lanyard; it also shows steps, calories, distance and time.
• KS Fit app: listed as an additional option (see below).

There's no screen on the machine itself — WalkingPad lists "no screen display" for the panel.

Yes. WalkingPad's current P1 page lists KS Fit and describes a free KS Fit app for logging every mile and seeing performance insights. It doesn't spell out which app functions apply specifically to the P1, so we don't assume it matches the C2 or A1 Pro feature for feature.

On paper it fits the format: no upright handle, a 5-inch height, walking-only speeds, remote control and a 21.5-inch overall width. WalkingPad mentions placing it under a desk.

We can't guarantee it fits every desk. Measure your desk's height range (remembering you'll stand about 5 inches higher) and the floor space under and around it. See our best under-desk walking pads guide for alternatives.

WalkingPad does not list an incline function in the current P1 specifications. If incline matters to you, see our best walking pads with incline.

They share FootSense, a remote and a 220-lb limit. The P1 offers a wider walking area and a lower starting speed; the C2 is 7 lb lighter, reaches 4 mph and lists a brushless motor. Neither is better for everyone. Read the WalkingPad C2 review.

The Z1 is 11 lb lighter, has a higher 242-lb capacity and reaches 4 mph. The P1 lists FootSense (not listed for the Z1) and a wider walking area. Read the WalkingPad Z1 review.

These two are close in size, walking area, weight and controls. The main differences are capacity and motor: the A1 Pro is marketed at 300 lb in its current U.S. configuration — though WalkingPad also shows a 230-lb option, so check the exact listing — and lists a brushless motor. Read the WalkingPad A1 Pro review.

These are different categories. The X21 is an upright, double-fold treadmill that reaches 7.5 mph; the P1 is a flat walking pad for walking speeds. Read the WalkingPad X21 review.

• Someone who wants a walking pad that folds flat for storage
• Standing-desk users who've measured their space
• Walkers who need walking speeds, not running
• Anyone comparing compact WalkingPad models who wants FootSense and a wider walking area

• C2: if you want FootSense in a lighter machine with a 4 mph top speed.
• Z1: if lower machine weight or a 242-lb capacity matters more than FootSense.
• A1 Pro: if you need a capacity above 220 lb with the same walking area.
• X21: if you want speeds up to 7.5 mph.

Outside WalkingPad, see our best walking pads guide, or walking pad vs treadmill if you're unsure which format you need. For the general case for walking more, see walking pad benefits.

Walking Counts reviewed WalkingPad's current published specifications for the P1 and compared it with other current WalkingPad models.

We do not claim hands-on testing of this product.

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