{"id":3733,"date":"2026-09-18T16:38:16","date_gmt":"2026-09-18T16:38:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drsoniafawad.com\/?p=3733"},"modified":"2026-09-18T16:38:16","modified_gmt":"2026-09-18T16:38:16","slug":"kingsmith-walkingpad-g5i-review-2026-folding-incline-treadmill","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drsoniafawad.com\/?p=3733","title":{"rendered":"KingSmith WalkingPad G5i Review 2026: Folding Incline Treadmill"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div id=\"g5-review-page\">\n<header class=\"g5-hero\">\n<div class=\"g5-hero-text\">\n<nav class=\"g5-crumbs\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumb\">\n<ol>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/\">Home<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/walking-pad-reviews\/\">Walking Pad Reviews<\/a><\/li>\n<li aria-current=\"page\">KingSmith WalkingPad G5i<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n<p class=\"g5-lede\">The G5i is KingSmith\u2019s first folding treadmill with a powered incline: up to 18% across 25 levels, speeds to 16 km\/h and a deck that folds in half. It is a treadmill rather than a walking pad, and at \u20ac1,699 it costs several times more. This review sets out what you get for that, and when a walking pad is the smarter buy.<\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-byline\">By the GymBunny Editorial Team \u00b7 Updated 17 September 2026<\/p>\n<p>      <span class=\"g5-badge\">Research-led review<\/span>\n    <\/div>\n<figure class=\"g5-hero-media\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" class=\"g5-img\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-main-product-image-01-768x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-main-product-image-01-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-main-product-image-01-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-main-product-image-01.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 470px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"KingSmith WalkingPad G5i foldable incline treadmill, side view unfolded\" loading=\"eager\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><figcaption>Retailer product image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<aside class=\"g5-card\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-verdict-title\">\n<p class=\"g5-eyebrow\" id=\"g5-verdict-title\">GYMBUNNY VERDICT<\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-score\"><strong>3.9<\/strong><span>\/ 5<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-stars\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"GymBunny editorial rating: 3.9 out of 5\"><span class=\"on\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"on\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"on\">\u2605<\/span><span class=\"half\">\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-rating-label\">GymBunny editorial rating<\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-verdict\">Impressive engineering: real running performance and 18% incline in a machine that folds away. The price puts it in a different league from the walking pads most Irish buyers compare.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"g5-subs\">\n<li><span>Performance<\/span><span class=\"g5-bar\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"width:90%\"\/><\/span><span class=\"g5-val\">4.5<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Incline<\/span><span class=\"g5-bar\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"width:100%\"\/><\/span><span class=\"g5-val\">5.0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Storage<\/span><span class=\"g5-bar\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"width:70%\"\/><\/span><span class=\"g5-val\">3.5<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span>Value<\/span><span class=\"g5-bar\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span style=\"width:50%\"\/><\/span><span class=\"g5-val\">2.5<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p class=\"g5-howrate\"><a href=\"#g5-scoring\">How we rated the G5i<\/a><\/p>\n<\/aside>\n<\/header>\n<section class=\"gb-cc-block\" aria-labelledby=\"gb-cc-t-top\">\n<p class=\"gb-cc-badge\">Discount codes<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"gb-cc-t-top\">Discount code by country: 5% to 15% off<\/h2>\n<p class=\"gb-cc-lead\">Choose your country to visit the relevant Home Fitness Code store and get your discount. Use codes: <strong>FIT5<\/strong> or <strong>FIT15<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-specs\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-specs\">WalkingPad G5i specifications<\/h2>\n<p class=\"g5-intro\">Manufacturer specifications from the official EU KingSmith store, checked on 17 September 2026. GymBunny has not measured these figures.<\/p>\n<div class=\"g5-table-wrap\">\n<table>\n<caption>KingSmith WalkingPad G5i: retailer specifications<\/caption>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Speed<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Speed\">1 to 16 km\/h<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Incline<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Incline\">0 to 18%, automatic, 25 levels<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Motor<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Motor\">4.5 HP brushless<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Running deck<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Running deck\">130 x 50 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Max user weight<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Max user weight\">136 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Machine weight<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Machine weight\">68 kg<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Unfolded size<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Unfolded size\">164 x 85 x 111 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Folded size<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Folded size\">116 x 85 x 26 cm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Cushioning<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Cushioning\">SoftStep Incline (EVA and PET)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Controls<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Controls\">SpeedDial, display, KS Fit app<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Heart rate<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Heart rate\">Apple Watch sync<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Assembly<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Assembly\">Fully assembled<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Warranty<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Warranty\">1 year (retailer)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Price checked<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Price checked\">\u20ac1,699 on 17 September 2026<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-features\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-features\">What the G5i gives you<\/h2>\n<p class=\"g5-intro\">What the manufacturer\u2019s images show, and what each feature means in a normal Irish home.<\/p>\n<article class=\"g5-feature\">\n<figure class=\"g5-figure\"><img class=\"g5-img\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-incline-running-02-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-incline-running-02-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-incline-running-02.webp 1000w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 440px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"Man running on the KingSmith WalkingPad G5i with the deck raised on incline\" decoding=\"async\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-incline-running-02-768x768.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"g5-img\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-incline-running-02-768x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-incline-running-02-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-incline-running-02-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-incline-running-02.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 440px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"Man running on the KingSmith WalkingPad G5i with the deck raised on incline\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><figcaption>Manufacturer product image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\n<h3>18% incline across 25 levels<\/h3>\n<p>The G5i is the first WalkingPad that folds and still climbs: an automatic incline up to 18%, set in 25 steps from the SpeedDial or the app. Incline walking raises the effort at the same speed, which is the main reason to choose this over a flat walking pad.<\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-note\">Incline training is harder on knees and hips than flat walking. Build up gradually, especially if you are returning to exercise.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"g5-feature g5-feature--rev\">\n<figure class=\"g5-figure\"><img class=\"g5-img\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-folding-03-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-folding-03-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-folding-03.webp 1000w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 440px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"Folding the KingSmith WalkingPad G5i treadmill deck in half\" decoding=\"async\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-folding-03-768x768.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"g5-img\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-folding-03-768x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-folding-03-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-folding-03-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-folding-03.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 440px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"Folding the KingSmith WalkingPad G5i treadmill deck in half\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><figcaption>Manufacturer product image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\n<h3>Folds in half, stores upright<\/h3>\n<p>The deck folds in half with a foot-operated release, and the machine can be stored flat or stood against a wall. Folded it is 116 x 85 x 26 cm, which is compact for a running treadmill but far bulkier than a walking pad.<\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-note\">At 68 kg this is not something you move casually. Decide where it will live before ordering.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"g5-feature\">\n<figure class=\"g5-figure\"><img class=\"g5-img\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-upright-storage-04-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-upright-storage-04-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-upright-storage-04.webp 1000w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 440px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"KingSmith WalkingPad G5i folded and stored upright against a wall\" decoding=\"async\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-upright-storage-04-768x768.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"g5-img\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-upright-storage-04-768x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-upright-storage-04-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-upright-storage-04-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-upright-storage-04.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 440px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"KingSmith WalkingPad G5i folded and stored upright against a wall\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><figcaption>Manufacturer product image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\n<h3>Room needed: 164 cm unfolded<\/h3>\n<p>Unfolded the G5i measures 164 x 85 x 111 cm, with a 130 x 50 cm running deck. That is a proper treadmill footprint, so measure the space, ceiling height for incline, and the door you need to carry it through.<\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-note\">Manufacturer figures. Allow clear space behind the machine for safety.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"g5-feature g5-feature--rev\">\n<figure class=\"g5-figure\"><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"g5-img\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns=\" http:=\"\" data-lazy-srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-speeddial-controls-05-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-speeddial-controls-05-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-speeddial-controls-05.webp 1000w\" data-lazy-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 440px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"Close-up of the SpeedDial control and display on the KingSmith WalkingPad G5i\" decoding=\"async\" data-lazy-src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-speeddial-controls-05-768x768.webp\"\/><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"g5-img\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-speeddial-controls-05-768x768.webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-speeddial-controls-05-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-speeddial-controls-05-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/walkingpad-g5i-ireland-speeddial-controls-05.webp 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) calc(100vw - 24px), 440px\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" alt=\"Close-up of the SpeedDial control and display on the KingSmith WalkingPad G5i\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"\/><figcaption>Manufacturer product image.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div>\n<h3>SpeedDial control and KS Fit app<\/h3>\n<p>A single dial changes speed: quick turns jump by about 5 km\/h, slow turns fine-tune by 0.1. The display shows live stats, and the free KS Fit app adds programmes that adjust speed and incline for you, plus Apple Watch heart rate.<\/p>\n<p class=\"g5-note\">App features can change over time and some third-party apps need paid subscriptions.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-procon\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-procon\">Strengths and limitations<\/h2>\n<div class=\"g5-grid\">\n<div class=\"g5-box g5-box--good\">\n<h3>Strengths<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>18% automatic incline across 25 levels, the steepest in this folding category.<\/li>\n<li>Runs to 16 km\/h with a 4.5 HP brushless motor.<\/li>\n<li>136 kg maximum user weight.<\/li>\n<li>Folds in half and stores flat or upright.<\/li>\n<li>Arrives fully assembled, with SpeedDial control and app programmes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"g5-box g5-box--bad\">\n<h3>Limitations<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>\u20ac1,699 is many times the price of a walking pad sold in Ireland.<\/li>\n<li>68 kg, so moving it regularly is not realistic.<\/li>\n<li>164 cm long unfolded: it needs a dedicated space, not a corner of a desk.<\/li>\n<li>1-year warranty, with support handled from outside Ireland.<\/li>\n<li>Brand new model, so long-term reliability is unproven.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-videos-title\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-videos-title\">Watch: the WalkingPad G5i in use<\/h2>\n<p class=\"g5-intro\">Independent YouTube reviews showing setup, everyday use and how it compares. Views are the creators\u2019 own.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-suits\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-suits\">Who the G5i suits<\/h2>\n<div class=\"g5-grid\">\n<div class=\"g5-box g5-box--good\">\n<h3>Good fit if you<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Want to run and train on incline at home, not just walk.<\/li>\n<li>Have a room where a treadmill can live, but want to fold it away between sessions.<\/li>\n<li>Are training for hills, hiking or a race.<\/li>\n<li>Have the budget for a full treadmill.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"g5-box g5-box--bad\">\n<h3>Look elsewhere if you<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Mainly want to add steps while working: a walking pad does that from \u20ac99.99.<\/li>\n<li>Need to move and store the machine daily.<\/li>\n<li>Want incline without the running features: auto-incline walking pads start at \u20ac169.99 in Ireland.<\/li>\n<li>Live in a small flat with no permanent space.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-scoring\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-scoring\">How we rated the G5i<\/h2>\n<p class=\"g5-intro\">The overall rating is the average of four equally weighted scores, based on documented specifications and current prices. It is not a hands-on test result.<\/p>\n<div class=\"g5-table-wrap\">\n<table>\n<caption>GymBunny editorial scoring for the WalkingPad G5i<\/caption>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"col\">Category<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Score<\/th>\n<th scope=\"col\">Why<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Performance<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Score\">4.5<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Why\">16 km\/h, 4.5 HP brushless motor and a 136 kg limit: genuine running specs.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Incline<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Score\">5.0<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Why\">18% across 25 automatic levels, the steepest we have recorded on a folding machine.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Storage<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Score\">3.5<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Why\">Folds in half and stands upright, but 68 kg and 116 cm folded length.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">Value<\/th>\n<td data-label=\"Score\">2.5<\/td>\n<td data-label=\"Why\">\u20ac1,699 against Irish walking pads from \u20ac99.99, though nothing cheaper offers this incline and speed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-buy\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-buy\">Buying the G5i in Ireland<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where:<\/strong> the official EU KingSmith store ships across Europe with free delivery. There is no dedicated Irish KingSmith store.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Price:<\/strong> \u20ac1,699 when checked on 17 September 2026. The US store lists it at $1,899, so check for European promotions before ordering.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Returns and warranty:<\/strong> the EU store states 30-day returns and a 1-year warranty.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Plug:<\/strong> EU stores usually ship a European plug, so check whether an adapter is included for Irish sockets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For a wider view of what is available here, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/walking-pad-ireland\/\">Walking Pad Ireland buying guide<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbunny.ie\/where-to-buy-walking-pads-ireland\/\">where to buy walking pads in Ireland<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-faq\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-faq\">WalkingPad G5i FAQs<\/h2>\n<details>\n<summary>Is the WalkingPad G5i a walking pad?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"g5-faq-body\">\n<p>Not really. It is a folding treadmill with handles, a 130 x 50 cm deck and a 16 km\/h top speed. It folds like a walking pad but it is a full treadmill in size, weight and price.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How much is the G5i in Ireland?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"g5-faq-body\">\n<p>The official EU KingSmith store listed it at \u20ac1,699 on 17 September 2026, with free shipping in Europe. There is no separate Irish store.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>How steep is the incline?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"g5-faq-body\">\n<p>Up to 18%, set automatically across 25 levels. That is steeper than any Home Fitness Code model sold in Ireland, where the maximum listed is 15%.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Can you run on it?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"g5-faq-body\">\n<p>Yes. Speeds go to 16 km\/h and the 4.5 HP motor and 136 kg weight limit are built for running, unlike walking pads that stop at 6 to 10 km\/h.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Does it fit in an apartment?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"g5-faq-body\">\n<p>Folded it is 116 x 85 x 26 cm and can stand against a wall, but it weighs 68 kg. It suits a room where it can stay put rather than being moved daily.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<details>\n<summary>Is there a cheaper way to get incline?<\/summary>\n<div class=\"g5-faq-body\">\n<p>Yes. Home Fitness Code lists auto-incline walking pads from \u20ac169.99 in Ireland, up to 15% incline, though they are walking machines rather than running treadmills.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/details>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"g5-section\" aria-labelledby=\"g5-next\">\n<h2 id=\"g5-next\">Is the G5i right for you?<\/h2>\n<p>The G5i does something no walking pad does: real running speeds and an 18% powered incline in a machine that folds away. If that is what you want and the budget is there, it is a serious piece of equipment. If your goal is simply more daily steps at your desk, a walking pad costs a fraction of this and does that job well.<\/p>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"gb-cc-block\" aria-labelledby=\"gb-cc-t-bottom\">\n<p class=\"gb-cc-badge\">Discount codes<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"gb-cc-t-bottom\">Discount code by country: 5% to 15% off<\/h2>\n<p class=\"gb-cc-lead\">Choose your country to visit the relevant Home Fitness Code store and get your discount. 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It is a treadmill rather than a walking pad, and at \u20ac1,699 it costs several times more. This review sets out what you get for that, and when a walking pad is the smarter buy. By the GymBunny Editorial Team \u00b7 Updated 17 September 2026 Research-led review Retailer product image. GYMBUNNY VERDICT 3.9\/ 5 \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605\u2605 GymBunny editorial rating Impressive engineering: real running performance and 18% incline in a machine that folds away. The price puts it in a different league from the walking pads most Irish buyers compare. Performance4.5 Incline5.0 Storage3.5 Value2.5 How we rated the G5i Discount codes Discount code by country: 5% to 15% off Choose your country to visit the relevant Home Fitness Code store and get your discount. Use codes: FIT5 or FIT15 WalkingPad G5i specifications Manufacturer specifications from the official EU KingSmith store, checked on 17 September 2026. GymBunny has not measured these figures. KingSmith WalkingPad G5i: retailer specifications Speed 1 to 16 km\/h Incline 0 to 18%, automatic, 25 levels Motor 4.5 HP brushless Running deck 130 x 50 cm Max user weight 136 kg Machine weight 68 kg Unfolded size 164 x 85 x 111 cm Folded size 116 x 85 x 26 cm Cushioning SoftStep Incline (EVA and PET) Controls SpeedDial, display, KS Fit app Heart rate Apple Watch sync Assembly Fully assembled Warranty 1 year (retailer) Price checked \u20ac1,699 on 17 September 2026 What the G5i gives you What the manufacturer\u2019s images show, and what each feature means in a normal Irish home. Manufacturer product image. 18% incline across 25 levels The G5i is the first WalkingPad that folds and still climbs: an automatic incline up to 18%, set in 25 steps from the SpeedDial or the app. Incline walking raises the effort at the same speed, which is the main reason to choose this over a flat walking pad. Incline training is harder on knees and hips than flat walking. Build up gradually, especially if you are returning to exercise. Manufacturer product image. Folds in half, stores upright The deck folds in half with a foot-operated release, and the machine can be stored flat or stood against a wall. Folded it is 116 x 85 x 26 cm, which is compact for a running treadmill but far bulkier than a walking pad. At 68 kg this is not something you move casually. Decide where it will live before ordering. Manufacturer product image. Room needed: 164 cm unfolded Unfolded the G5i measures 164 x 85 x 111 cm, with a 130 x 50 cm running deck. That is a proper treadmill footprint, so measure the space, ceiling height for incline, and the door you need to carry it through. Manufacturer figures. Allow clear space behind the machine for safety. Manufacturer product image. SpeedDial control and KS Fit app A single dial changes speed: quick turns jump by about 5 km\/h, slow turns fine-tune by 0.1. The display shows live stats, and the free KS Fit app adds programmes that adjust speed and incline for you, plus Apple Watch heart rate. App features can change over time and some third-party apps need paid subscriptions. Strengths and limitations Strengths 18% automatic incline across 25 levels, the steepest in this folding category. Runs to 16 km\/h with a 4.5 HP brushless motor. 136 kg maximum user weight. Folds in half and stores flat or upright. Arrives fully assembled, with SpeedDial control and app programmes. Limitations \u20ac1,699 is many times the price of a walking pad sold in Ireland. 68 kg, so moving it regularly is not realistic. 164 cm long unfolded: it needs a dedicated space, not a corner of a desk. 1-year warranty, with support handled from outside Ireland. Brand new model, so long-term reliability is unproven. Watch: the WalkingPad G5i in use Independent YouTube reviews showing setup, everyday use and how it compares. Views are the creators\u2019 own. Who the G5i suits Good fit if you Want to run and train on incline at home, not just walk. Have a room where a treadmill can live, but want to fold it away between sessions. Are training for hills, hiking or a race. Have the budget for a full treadmill. Look elsewhere if you Mainly want to add steps while working: a walking pad does that from \u20ac99.99. Need to move and store the machine daily. Want incline without the running features: auto-incline walking pads start at \u20ac169.99 in Ireland. Live in a small flat with no permanent space. How we rated the G5i The overall rating is the average of four equally weighted scores, based on documented specifications and current prices. It is not a hands-on test result. GymBunny editorial scoring for the WalkingPad G5i Category Score Why Performance 4.5 16 km\/h, 4.5 HP brushless motor and a 136 kg limit: genuine running specs. Incline 5.0 18% across 25 automatic levels, the steepest we have recorded on a folding machine. Storage 3.5 Folds in half and stands upright, but 68 kg and 116 cm folded length. Value 2.5 \u20ac1,699 against Irish walking pads from \u20ac99.99, though nothing cheaper offers this incline and speed. Buying the G5i in Ireland Where: the official EU KingSmith store ships across Europe with free delivery. There is no dedicated Irish KingSmith store. Price: \u20ac1,699 when checked on 17 September 2026. The US store lists it at $1,899, so check for European promotions before ordering. Returns and warranty: the EU store states 30-day returns and a 1-year warranty. Plug: EU stores usually ship a European plug, so check whether an adapter is included for Irish sockets. For a wider view of what is available here, see the Walking Pad Ireland buying guide or where to buy walking pads in Ireland. WalkingPad G5i FAQs Is the WalkingPad G5i a walking pad? 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