Aviron Victory Treadmill Review | High Score!
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A treadmill that makes walking and running all fun and games—that we just can’t stop playing.
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A treadmill that makes walking and running all fun and games—that we just can’t stop playing.
Updated: June 6, 2025
I’ve been running for over fifteen years, and I know quite well that most people don’t enjoy walking, hiking, and running as much as I do. Treadmills have a tendency to turn into coat hangers and feel like one boring slog. That’s what Aviron is trying to change. With games and endless entertainment, Aviron harnesses the power of all your most potent exercise distractions.
Though the Aviron Victory Treadmill might have cracked the code for reluctant treadmill users, it’s also a great way to tackle a difficult workout for dedicated runners. And more importantly, it’s powerful enough for advanced training.
The Aviron Victory Treadmill sounds like one problem-solving machine, so keep reading to find out more about its strengths and to discover its weaknesses.
The Aviron Victory Treadmill is a nice treadmill with a thoughtful design, which falls in line with what I know of Aviron’s rowers and their bike. Aviron doesn’t follow the example of leading brands when introducing a new product. Instead, they are innovative, making cardio machines truly their own.
A 10-year warranty covers the Aviron Victory Treadmill’s steel frame. Considering it can also support up to 400 lbs, I’m pretty impressed with this treadmill. The only detail that could be better is how shaky it is at high speeds.
You see, the uprights are attached to the treadmill deck. This feature is good for keeping the console at a good height; the console elevates when the deck elevates. Unfortunately, it makes the screen shake more, though I still really enjoyed the viewing experience.
Most running treadmills have a motor range between 3.0 and 4.0 horsepower. The Aviron Victory treadmill has a 3.5 CHP motor, falling right in the middle. It is good for daily running and should get you through even your toughest and longest workouts.
Aviron states that the Victory operates at 57 dB. We tested its noise level at 3 miles per hour and 12 miles per hour and measured it at 56 dB and 69 dB, respectively. While it's not outstandingly quiet, it falls within the normal range for a residential treadmill. The noise is also even and not too high-pitched, so it doesn’t bother me.
A standard running treadmill’s belt measures about 20 to 22” wide and 60” long. The Aviron Victory is 20.5” wide and 57” long. The width is fine, but that shorter length may limit some runners. I’m 5’4” and had no issues running fast on this treadmill, but Aviron recommends this treadmill for anyone under 6’5”.
Cushioning is a top treadmill feature. The Aviron has shock absorbers, but I find it to be a firmer treadmill than NordicTrack and Horizon machines. It’s softer than Sole’s treadmills, and I would put it on par with the current line of ProForm machines.
The deck step-up height is 4.5” to the belt and 5” to the footrails. If you are looking for a low-profile treadmill deck, this one is excellent. At the top of its incline, the deck is only about 12” off the ground, so you only need a ceiling height that’s 1.5’ taller than the tallest treadmill user to have more than enough room for incline training.
One of the best features about the Aviron Victory Treadmill is the prewaxed deck. You don’t have to lubricate this treadmill, cutting down on the amount of maintenance it requires.
The frame is a non-folding frame. Since the uprights are attached to the deck, they can’t fold together. The good news is that there is one less part to break. The bad news is that if you don’t have a lot of room in your home, this one might not fit as well as others.
Since the deck has transport wheels, you can roll it around as needed. You just have to lift it by the end of the deck. It weighs 242 lbs, and I can move it on my own. However, I prefer only to move it short distances.
The dimensions of the Victory are 77” long, 33” wide, and 62” tall. Aviron recommends setting aside an extra two feet in front of, behind, and on each side of the treadmill for safety. This recommendation isn’t specific to the Victory treadmill; it’s just good practice for any treadmill to ensure your safety.
The Aviron Victory Treadmill inclines from 0% to 12%. Our testing revealed that these incline measurements are very accurate. Many treadmills are off by about 1%, but not this one! The only downside is that it does not decline for downhill walking and running.
The incline motor is slow but very quiet. A slow incline feels stable, but it may not make the Victory the best treadmill for short hill repeats. It took 39 seconds to incline from 0 to 12%.
Aviron provides a 10-year frame and drive motor warranty. The Victory also comes with a 1-year parts warranty. However, you can get a lifetime warranty by adding it for $9 per month. It’s kind of like insurance. I’m not sure how I feel about this structure. It really depends on the level of service Aviron offers for this warranty.
In an effort to keep you engaged with the onscreen content and curate a streamlined look, the Aviron treadmill has only the necessities. The Victory doesn’t have the chunky and cluttered console of yesteryear; it’s thoughtful yet practical in its design.
Make no mistake. The Victory is a subscription-based treadmill. Its screen takes center stage, but it also has a few offscreen buttons. There are volume controls to the side of the screen, but my favorite controls are found lower, on the control pad.
Right at your fingertips is your game controller—Aviron is all about the games after all. It has switches for incline and speed that adjust by .5% and .1 mph, respectively. There are also three speed buttons: walk, jog, and run that jump you to 2.0, 4.0, and 6.0 mph.
There are also buttons for starting and stopping the treadmill. Of course, the safety key is also attached to this control pad. You have everything you need right there.
The only things you won’t find on this treadmill are EKG pulse grips and a fan.
On to the most important feature: the screen. It’s 22” and tilts up and down so you can get a better view. One of the most important tests, for me, that I do with a treadmill is to see how much space there is between my feet and the front end of the deck when I’m touching the furthest part of the touchscreen. Fortunately, the Victory’s screen is easy to reach and leaves my feet plenty of room.
The screen quality is pretty nice. Some of the content took a little longer to load than I would like, but I’m not surprised considering how much content is on this thing. However, I don’t like the Victory for anyone who wants a quick workout setup.
The Aviron has front-facing speakers. I can hear the audio clearly. The volume range is nice. Even when I’m running hard, I can hear everything clearly over my foot noise. I’m a loud runner, so that’s really important to me.
If you don’t want to play music out loud through the speakers, you can pair Bluetooth headphones to the treadmill. It’s easy to set up. You can also connect a Bluetooth heart rate monitor.
For storage, there are two cup holders and one foam pad where you can place your phone. There’s no tablet or phone rack for viewing your device. The pad just lets you keep smaller items nearby without them sliding around.
My first workout on the Aviron Victory Treadmill was supposed to be mile repeats at tempo pace with two minutes rest. For the uninitiated, a tempo run is a run done at a speed you might run a 10k race or so. To complete this workout on the Aviron, I made a slight modification. I used Aviron’s competition mode, where I raced against bots for 5 minutes. The time it took to restart the race was the perfect rest.
When you run a workout on the treadmill, it’s easy to just set your prescribed or usual pace. However, on the day I did that tempo workout, the bots urged me to speed up. My workout became more dynamic and intuitive, like it would be if I were running outside.
Aviron motivates me to push myself, and it’s fun. Yet, you have to remember that the subscription is responsible for what makes this treadmill worth it.
The Aviron platform costs $29 per month or $24 per month if you pay annually. For those of you who already have an Aviron membership, it’s only $10 per month to add the treadmill to your account. It’s unusual for a membership to increase with the addition of another machine, but Aviron’s membership is more affordable than competitors' for one machine, so I’ll let it slide.
Without Aviron, you are limited to just the Metrics Monitor. It shows all your metrics, including ones you might not find on other treadmills, like watts. You can also store and review your workout history and add friends. Yet, there are no other workout options.
If you subscribe, the content options are extensive. The Victory Treadmill has games, competitions, coached workouts, scenic workouts, guided workouts, and streaming apps.
Games are what Aviron is known for. You can earn points and coins, climb the leaderboard, and buy new avatars. Your speed and incline are your method of earning more points. You’ll have to be strategic to defeat each level.
One of the games is so large that it’s its own category. Sky Quest is kind of similar to Zwift, only you are a flying car. You can choose to use your speed or incline to control your cruising height. Then, you earn points by hitting the floating targets and avoiding storm clouds. It’s really fun, and there are multiple courses. You can lap the course as many times as you want.
The competition category allows you to race against other Aviron members, bots, and even your past self. I like that you can still compete even if you prefer to walk rather than run. And don’t think the bots will be easy to beat; they adapt quickly to your moves.
Power Play is my favorite category. These game-style workouts urge you to stay in the correct lane to earn the most points. Change lanes by adjusting your speed or incline. It’s great for a more structured workout, like HIIT.
Pros vs Joes is a competition option that is not yet available for the Victory Treadmill, though you will see a tile for it. I’ve used the feature on the Aviron Strong Rower, and it involves competing against an avatar that represents the performance of a professional athlete. I normally get my butt thoroughly kicked.
There’s more to Aviron than just games. You can also use a variety of social media and entertainment apps, including TikTok, Kindle, Tubi, YouTube TV, Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, Hulu, YouTube, Paramount+, and Max.
You can also do more traditional treadmill workouts. There are coached classes, grouped into series. While I wouldn’t choose Aviron as my favorite treadmill studio classes, they are a really nice option. Next, the scenic destinations are outdoor routes that loop, so you can train as long as you want.
The final category is guided programs. These are bootcamp-style or target workouts. The screen will tell you exactly what to do and when to do it.
But wait! There are also social features. You can add other Aviron users as friends. You can also join group workouts in the lobby or start your own public workout. Whenever you start a multiplayer-compatible workout, you can choose to make it public or private.
Finally, there are achievements that track and reward your progress. Don’t worry if you share the treadmill with others; you can make separate profiles.
If you are fed up with the same old treadmill workouts or studio workouts that all feel the same, the Aviron Victory Treadmill is a good choice. You do need the subscription for it, in my opinion, but you get so much with it. There are games, races, entertainment apps, and more. Aviron does the most, trying to redeem the treadmill from its boring reputation.
I’ve been a runner for a long time, and it’s as good for someone like me as it is for a beginner. The Aviron Victory Treadmill feels reliable and performs well. I’m looking forward to my next workout on this treadmill, and I think it will help you feel the same way.
The only things that could get in the way of you enjoying this treadmill are if you don’t want to pay for a subscription, need a folding treadmill, or really want soft cushioning. Those are the biggest roadblocks, but if they don’t matter to you, I’ll see you in the group workout lobby!
