Pros
- Built-in LED display shows speed, time, distance, and steps — no app dependency required, unlike the P1 which has no screen
- Wider 17.3" belt vs. the P1's 16.5" provides a marginally more comfortable stride and reduces accidental side-stepping
- FootSense automatic speed adjustment based on foot position is included — the same hands-free feature as higher-priced WalkingPad models
- Typically $100–$150 less than the P1 for more features — a strong all-around value case within the KingSmith ecosystem
- Brushless motor runs quieter and has a longer service life than the brush-type motors in competing budget walking pads
Cons
- 242 lb weight capacity is lower than the DeerRun Z10 (300 lbs) and LifeSpan TR1200Pro (330 lbs) — not appropriate for heavier users
- Motor HP rating discrepancy between official specifications and independent testing remains unresolved — the stated HP should not be treated as a definitive fact
- Shares the 1-year standard warranty limitation of the entire WalkingPad line, with no free extended coverage
- WalkingPad brand-level customer support has received criticism for slow responses and limited parts availability outside the warranty period
- Newer model with significantly less long-term owner data than the P1 — real-world durability track record is still being established
Specifications
- Motor
- ~1.25 HP brushless (official specs vary; independent testing measures ~1.25 HP)
- Speed Range
- 1.0–4.0 mph
- Weight Capacity
- 242 lbs (110 kg)
- Incline
- None
- Deck Size
- ~47" L × 17.3" W
- Machine Weight
- ~53 lbs (24 kg)
- Display
- Built-in LED display (speed, time, distance, steps)
- App / Remote
- KS Fit app (Bluetooth); FootSense auto-speed; 1-year warranty standard
Performance
On the belt, the Z1 walks like the P1 — a near-identical 47-inch deck (slightly wider at 17.3 inches, which cuts down accidental side-stepping), FootSense auto-speed, and a top speed of 4.0 mph for brisk walking, no jogging. The built-in LED display is the everyday upgrade: speed, time, distance, and steps at a glance without pulling out your phone, something the P1 cannot do. The one caveat is the motor — official specs and independent testing disagree on its true horsepower, so treat the rating as unconfirmed. In practice it handles desk-pace walking without complaint.
Build Quality
The Z1 uses the same brushless motor and fold design language as the P1, and brushless motors run quieter and last longer than the brush-type units in cheaper pads. Fit and finish are solid for the price. The honest gap versus the P1 is track record: the Z1 is newer, so it lacks the two-plus years of owner durability data that make the P1 the safe pick. It shares WalkingPad's weak spot — a 1-year warranty and limited post-warranty parts support — so it is not a machine built for a decade of service.
Value Assessment
This is the best pure value in the guide. For roughly $100 less than the P1, you get a built-in display, a wider belt, and a higher weight capacity — more machine on paper for less money. That is why it earns our Best Value award and a perfect value score. The catch is confidence: you trade the P1's proven reliability record for a newer model with less field data. If you want maximum features per dollar and are comfortable being an earlier adopter, the Z1 is the smart buy; if you want the safest known-good pick, pay the small premium for the P1.
Who Should Buy It
Value-focused buyers who want a built-in display, a wider belt, and the WalkingPad experience for the lowest sensible price. Ideal for desk-pace walkers who prefer on-machine metrics over app dependency and do not mind a shorter track record.
Who Should Skip It
Users over ~240 lbs, anyone who wants the most proven reliability (get the P1), buyers who need incline (DeerRun Z10) or a long warranty and all-day durability (LifeSpan).
Final Recommendation
The WalkingPad Z1 is our Best Value pick: it undercuts our Editor's Choice P1 while adding a display and a wider belt. Buy it if you want the most features per dollar and can accept a newer, less-proven model; choose the P1 if you would rather pay a little more for the category's most established track record.