Urevo vs WalkingPad: how the two walking pad brands differ

The four models compared

These are the listing figures for each model. Where the listing gives imperial units, the metric conversion is shown and rounded.

Urevo: low, flat pads and 2-in-1 options

The Urevo SpaceWalk Lite is a simple under-desk pad. The listing states a 1 to 6 km/h speed range, a 100 x 40 cm walking surface, a remote with magnetic storage on the side and an LED display. At 16 kg and 126 x 51 x 11 cm, it is light enough to slide under a sofa or bed. The specs list a two-year warranty. It has no handrail and no incline, so it is a walking-only, desk-first machine.

The Urevo Strol is a 2-in-1 with a handrail, a safety strap and app support through the Urevo app. The listing gives a top speed of 6.2 mph, roughly 10 km/h, which allows light jogging, and a wider deck of about 49 cm. It is heavier at 24.9 kg. The maker notes that lubricant should be applied every 125 miles, which is a useful reminder that all belts need care.

WalkingPad: folding designs and handrails

The WalkingPad Z1r uses a brushless motor with a 1 to 5 mph speed range, which is roughly 1.6 to 8 km/h. It folds through 180 degrees, and the listing quotes an ultra thin cover of about 4.2 cm, so it is designed to slide under beds and sofas. A removable handlebar is included, along with a remote and app control. The listed maximum user is 242 lb, about 110 kg.

The WalkingPad R2 is the more running-capable of the two. In walking mode with the rail folded it tops out at 3.7 mph (about 6 km/h) for desk use. Raise the handrail and the speed goes up to 7.5 mph, about 12 km/h. The deck folds in half and stands upright against a wall, and it connects to the KS Fit app. It is the heaviest here at 36.7 kg, and the listing does not state a maximum user weight.

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How to choose between them

Start with storage. If you want to slide the pad flat under a sofa and leave it there, the SpaceWalk Lite and Strol are designed for that. If your floor space under furniture is limited, a folding WalkingPad that halves its length or stands upright may suit better. Read how to store a walking pad for the trade-offs.

Next, top speed. If you only walk at a desk, 6 km/h is plenty, and the SpaceWalk Lite or Z1r cover it. If you want to jog, the Strol and R2 go faster with their handrails up. Finally, check maximum user weight and belt width against your needs; the walking pad weight limit guide explains why the stated figure matters.

• Lightest, simplest desk pad: Urevo SpaceWalk Lite.
• Wider deck and faster speed with a rail: Urevo Strol.
• Folds in half to slide under a bed: WalkingPad Z1r.
• Stands upright and runs fastest: WalkingPad R2.

Apps, remotes and support

All four models come with a remote or app control, according to their listings. Urevo uses its own app; WalkingPad uses KS Fit. Apps usually record time, distance and speed, and some offer programmes. A pad should still be fully usable from its remote if you prefer not to install an app. Our article on treadmill apps and subscriptions explains what typically works without an account.

For warranty, only the SpaceWalk Lite listing states a term here. For the others, check the seller information and the maker's UK support page before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

Is WalkingPad the same as KingSmith? WalkingPad is the brand name used by KingSmith for its walking pads and folding treadmills.

Which Urevo or WalkingPad model can you run on? From these listings, the Urevo Strol reaches about 10 km/h and the WalkingPad R2 about 12 km/h with its handrail up. The SpaceWalk Lite and Z1r are walking-focused.

Which is lighter to move? The Urevo SpaceWalk Lite, at 16 kg according to the listing. The R2 is the heaviest at 36.7 kg.

Do they need assembly? The listings for these models state that no assembly is required, though the handrail on 2-in-1 models may need folding up or fitting.