Xiaomi Walkingpad C1 - The living room treadmill
After the enormous success of the A1 walkingpad, from the crowdfunding site YouPin comes its successor, the C1 walkingpad to try to oust the throne of living room treadmill.
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When in winter the adverse climate keeps us stuck at home, it also becomes difficult to go out for a healthy walk and in these situations or when there is simply no time available, have the tools to keep fit at home, it becomes very important.
Xiaomi Walkingpad C1 - Design
The C1 walkingpad is presented with arenewed aesthetics, with the new one aluminum alloy structure which is exposed unlike the A1 in which most of the body was in polycarbonate. This choice to permit significantly reduce the already small size both open and folded (0.45mq).
even the weight and robustness have helped: the maximum capacity is now 110kg and the total weight has been reduced by 6kg.
The C1 Walkingpad can therefore be folded, almost halving the space occupied and thanks to the wheels it can be moved without particular efforts. It can be stored vertically behind a door / curtain or horizontally under your sofa.
Xiaomi Walkingpad C1 - Operation
The engine which feeds the walkingpad delivers a power of 746W and according to Xiaomi tests, consumes about 0,325 kWh per hour at a maximum speed of 6 km / h, then in 3 hours around 1 kWh.
The carpet we walk on is made with a multilayer technology that provides fundamental characteristics: the first layer is shock-absorbing, the second is smooth to ensure uniformity, the third reduces friction, the fourth is robust and resistant to wear being in contact with the mechanical parts.
The operation of the new C1 model is exactly the same as the previous C1. We have two modes of activation available: manual or automatic.
In manual we can act on the remote control or on the app to adjust the speed from 0.5km / h to 6km / h which correspond approximately to a brisk walk or a light jog, depending on how long your step is.
Automatically instead it will be the carpet, through sensors placed under the carpet, to "understand" your gait and adjust the speed accordingly.
Through the supplied remote control it is possible to control all the functions of the device: start the same, increase and decrease the speed, alternate the two automatic and manual modes. The remote control also incorporates a large display that alternates the display of the training status in the running: calories, distance, time and current speed.
Xiaomi Walkingpad C1 - App companion
Like the previous model, the C1 walkingpad is equipped with a Bluetooth connection which allows interaction with our smartphone. The application, completely translated into Italian, can be downloaded directly from the playstore at this address: Walking Pad App
Through the app you can control all the functions and use the phone as a remote control. There is a history of training sessions even if I detected abnormal behavior: you need to synchronize the app (just open it and connect) before turning off the power to the mat, otherwise the current session will not be stored on the app.
The app is necessary above all for some operations and customizations, many of which are fundamental for the first start:
- Firmware update
- Setting the goal (distance / time / calories)
- Automatic mode sensitivity adjustment
- Maximum speed adjustment
- Child lock activation
- Ribbon calibration, rare but sometimes necessary. Just run the on-screen tutorial and use the supplied key.
Xiaomi Walkingpad C1 - Conclusions
Coming from a year of use of the aforementioned A1 models, the comparison is inevitable. I appreciated the smaller size and the lighter weight of this new walkingpad which makes moving around easier. Even the greater strength is noticeable and appreciable.
I didn't like the new remote control, not so much for the size as for choosing to move the display on it. The experience of use is practically the same even if the hinge connecting the two sections of the carpet is slightly more perceptible under the sole of the foot.
Overall it remains a fantastic tool to stay in shape. The great practicality is a real stimulus to daily use and the encumbrance does not affect the aesthetics and the spaces of the room in which it is positioned.
It is not suitable for those with professional needs and is looking for speeds above 6km / h.
Hello Simone.
I bought the Walking Pad C1 and it's great. I wanted to know if there are spare parts if for example I have to replace the carpet because I imagine that in the long run it is the component that sooner or later will have to be replaced. Thank you
Hi Simone, I would like to buy the Walking Pad C1 which right now is sold out everywhere. I found it on a couple of sites but at very high costs, starting from € 500 upwards. Is it worth it?
Hi Luisa. Unfortunately, at this moment there are not many offers, both for a widespread chaos for shipments, and because such objects are snapped up in quarantine.
The "worth" is a subjective concept. I have always used it a lot since I work from home and in this period even more (and my wife too). 500 € is all in all a fair price but only you can know if an “excessive” sacrifice is made.
Thank you! I'll think about it
Good morning Simone!
I just got my walking pad C1, but I have a problem with the tape: it moves to the left and I can't figure out how to balance it using the Allen screws on the bottom. Could you please explain to me how to do it or point me to an instruction manual in an understandable language? What came to me was only in Chinese ... 😬
Thanks a lot!!!
Your reviews are always interesting and comprehensive… 🔝🔝🔝… thank you very much !!!!
Hello, in case of assistance with a walkingpad r1 pro, who should I contact? Do you know of any centers in Italy that repair these products? I bought a R3PRO for 1 months, I noticed that the base is broken (I don't understand how it could have happened since I weigh 80 kg). I must say I am quite disappointed with this product, do you know what the base is made of? of Bakelite, absurd.
why is the application no longer in the Paystore?
It should be this:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kingsmith.xiaojin
Boh ... But since when? That is, is it normal that the old woman has disappeared ...? If there is a change the app usually changes automatically ...
I don't know what to tell you ... have you tried the one I linked to?
It works but in its own way… in the sense that when I'm on the move, I can't see anything. Then in the end, work saves him but during…? Okay, cmq thanks. The app is that.
I need help . It is normal for my C1 to make a noise when I walk in the middle, where there is the crease, like if there is something touching underneath, so calibration does not make any noise, only when I walk on it and only in the middle, if I walk in front or behind does not do… on what it can depend. Thanks
Yes, it is normal, it is the internal protective tape that is not perfectly stretched so that it can bend. When you walk over the middle part, at the height of the folding hinge, it makes creaks.
Everyone does it a little, perhaps the C1 more
Hi Simone, I received my Walkingpad C1 today, I found it difficult to get the remote to work, I can only do it with the phone app, practically the remote turns on but does not work. At a certain point ERR NO C appears on the display. Without reading any data.
Is there any calibration for the remote control as well?
Hi, I have the same problem, have you solved it?
No, I've never had a problem with the remote and honestly haven't even read any. Try contacting support and see what they tell you.
Keep me updated.
Hi Simone, yes I solved the next day. Could not pair with the remote control. I turned the walkingpad off and on several times by placing the remote control close to it, at a certain point the word WAIT appeared in the remote control and no longer ERR. And from there it started to work
I'm really happy to know… it still remains a mystery 😆
If you care, I just tried the R1 too https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aOIp4_dCYzo
Hi, I bought the WalkingPad C1 and I am quite satisfied.
One piece of information that I'm looking for and can't find is the minimum weight.
In fact, if my daughter, 13 years old, 36Kg goes on the roller, this stops practically immediately, as if she did not perceive the presence of someone above.
Now, I would like to understand if and how to bypass this check.
I can't find info or a support contact to call.
but is it possible that the shipping costs are around € 150,00?
It is always quite high, let's say you have to evaluate the price overall