# Eight walking pads reviewed for comfort, noise and ease of storage

- URL: https://talkfuse.com/story/are-walking-pads-worth-it-we-put-the-best-under-desk-treadmills-to-the-test/
- Published: 2026-11-10T10:00:05+00:00
- Updated: 2026-11-10T10:32:24+00:00
- Original publisher: The Guardian (publisher lean: Left)
- Original article: https://www.theguardian.com/thefilter/2025/apr/03/best-walking-pads-under-desk-treadmills-uk
- Topics: Entertainment, Health, Mental Health, Technology, TV

## Key points

- Walking pads can add movement to desk-bound routines.
- Eight models were tested at home for at least three days each.
- Urevo SpaceWalk 5L was named best overall.

## Summary

The article reviews under-desk walking pads as a way to add movement to sedentary workdays or evenings, especially when paired with a standing desk. It says they are generally smaller, easier to store and cheaper than full-size treadmills, and notes that even short brisk walks can benefit health.

A fitness reviewer ordered and used eight models at home, testing each for at least three days for comfort, noise, storage, build quality, features and running costs. The article names the Urevo SpaceWalk 5L as best overall, Bigzzia’s inclined walking pad as the budget and beginner choice, and JTX MoveLight as the lightest; the Urevo is praised for its quiet motor, automatic incline and useful app.

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