Many magazines conduct tests to discover the best elliptical trainers, and now you can take advantage of their findings. No more guesswork! Read here to find out which elliptical trainers were rated best by consumers.

Consumer Reports magazine conducted a test of elliptical trainers which range in price from inexpensive to more than $2000. When it comes to elliptical trainers, apparently you get what you pay for. The results of the research test indicated that the most effective trainers cost more, and that if you go for a cheap model, you might end up with an piece of equipment that is not very useful.

According to Prevention magazine, the ProForm 900, the Nordic Track CXT990, and the Precor EFX 5.17i are the three models that are easiest on the joints.

Prevention rates the ProForm as best value in an elliptical trainer. The NordicTrack has the best features, and the Precor EFX is the highest quality model, according to Prevention.

Good Housekeeping also conducted tests, giving elliptical trainers to staff members of different fitness levels. Models were rated for comfort and safety. The best trainer was without question the CardioCross Trainer ProForm 800. Next in line was the Stamina Conversion II Elliptical/Stepper 55-2050.

Which? Magazine also conducted an online test of seven different elliptical training models. This test included the Tunturi C6 model and the Vision Fitness X6200 HRTDA. These models are rated according to convenience, suitability, and features.

You can find more detailed information in the research reports themselves, including the good and bad points of each model. But this overview provides a guideline that will help you pick the elliptical trainer that is right for you.