Customer reviews from Johnson Brands
Bowflex - BXE216 Elliptical - Black
Average customer rating
4.5
(82 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 82 reviews
5 Stars
58
4 Stars
18
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Star
4
94%of customers recommend this product.
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76 out of
81)
Customer Reviews for Bowflex - BXE216 Elliptical - Black
Posted by: JAF
from Texas
Verified Purchase:Yes
I love having a cardio machine in the convenience of my home. I don't have to give up my workout because I'm too tired to go to the gym after work. It's always available anytime I choose to work out.
Pros: Easy To Store, Easy To Use, Operates Smoothly, Quiet, Sturdy Base
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Johnson Brands
Customer Rating
4
very nice
on April 18, 2018
Posted by: nathan
from Maricopa, AZ
This is a very nice elliptical. It is quite sturdy and would compare with commercial models. It runs smooth and quit. It was very simple to assemble and only took about 90 min. Assembly goes much quicker if you have some basic tools... Alan head ratchets and some wrenches plus a Philips head screwdriver. This machine is quite large, a bit over 6' long. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is the incline feature, while it inclines smoothly it feels as if you are going downhill and does not incline as much as some other models I've used. all in I love this machine and I am quite pleased with this purchase.
Pros: Easy To Use, Operates Smoothly, Quiet, Sturdy Base
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Johnson Brands
Posted by: William
from Rhode Island
Verified Purchase:Yes
Better delivery service needed big time, putting it together isn't hard but it isn't easy either,,,
Pros: Easy To Store, Easy To Use, Operates Smoothly, Quiet, Sturdy Base
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from Johnson BrandsBy bowflexpwr, bowflexpwr, November 10, 2025
Thank you for your review, William! Please keep us posted as you work towards your fitness goals! -- Bowflex Team
Written by a customer while visiting Johnson Brands
Posted by: dam379
from North Myrtle Beach, SC
Verified Purchase:Yes
My wife and I both use the BXE216. It is adjustable enough to satisfy us both. Solid, quiet. We are still figuring out all the settings, but it is great right out of the box.
Pros: Easy To Use, Operates Smoothly, Quiet, Sturdy Base
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Johnson Brands
Posted by: Leon
from Greeley, CO
Verified Purchase:Yes
I actually look forward to getting up in the morning and using this machine. I even use it at night during the week! I am not big on working out but this machine makes so easy and rewarding! I love the app for my phone and that it lets you customize your own goals.
Pros: Easy To Use, Operates Smoothly, Quiet, Sturdy Base
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Johnson Brands
Posted by: Matt
from Little Rock, AR
Verified Purchase:Yes
My wife and I both like this eliptical. We were happy about the workout options and the how loud the speakers were. My biggest issue is that you can't adjust the time of your non-manual workouts and they don't have cool down period after the workout is over. Also, I'm 6'3" and the gate is a little short for me, but I kinda guessed that would probably be the case when I was placing the order.
Pros: Easy To Use, Operates Smoothly, Quiet
Cons: Wobbles Under Use
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Johnson Brands
Customer Rating
5
Exceeds Expectations..Great Value
on August 27, 2019
Posted by: SeanIsBackOnTrack
from Phoenix AZ
I purchased this with the goal to continue improving my fitness level. I've used ellipticals before in the gym and was looking for that quality. I found that I enjoy this elliptical much more. It is meant for home, so it isn't as heavy as the commercial models but it is of high quality. What I am most impressed with is the number of programs that are available that allow you to customize your workouts. The App is outstanding, easy to keep track of personal goals and improvements. Outstanding product. Only complaint is that cup holder, brush it enough for it to be annoying, but the quality of the workout is outstanding.
Pros: Easy To Use, Operates Smoothly, Quiet, Sturdy Base
Cons: Why is the cup holder there?
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from Johnson BrandsBy bowflexpwr, bowflexpwr, November 10, 2025
Thank you for your detailed review! Please keep us posted as you work towards your fitness goals! -- Bowflex Team
Written by a customer while visiting Johnson Brands
Posted by: Lynette the 67 yo
from Krum texas
Verified Purchase:Yes
We are both senior citizens and my husband has slight issues with his knees. The elliptical does not hurt our knees but gives us a great workout and keeps our cardio up and healthy.
Pros: Easy To Use, Operates Smoothly, Quiet, Sturdy Base
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting Johnson Brands