WalkingPad MC11 Review: Folding Treadmill up to 12 km/h (US+UK)

Availability (as of 25 Sep 2026): the MC11 is currently not listed in the WalkingPad US or UK store. The closest model from my tests that you can buy is the WalkingPad X214: up to 14 km/h (8.7 mph), with foldable side grips for jogging and only 22.5 cm (8.9 in) deep when folded.

WalkingPad MC11 test report

Hello everyone, in this test I’d like to introduce you to the WalkingPad MC11. It is a folding treadmill in the WalkingPad series with a brushless motor that allows speeds of up to 12 km/h and can be used up to a body weight of 110 kg. As someone who regularly tests WalkingPads, I was very excited to see what the MC11 had to offer.

Key facts at a glance

• 1 to 12 km/h (0.6–7.5 mph), rated for up to 110 kg (242 lb), 930-watt motor with touch display.
• 35.5 kg (78 lb), folds 180 degrees down to 102 cm (40.2 in), large wheels for moving it around.
• Measured: 48 to 70 dB depending on speed, quiet while walking.
• For a long time my price-performance pick, now succeeded by the WalkingPad Z3 Hybrid+.

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Design & Build Quality ★★★★☆ (4.6/5)

The WalkingPad MC11 impresses with its modern and robust design. The materials have a high-quality appearance and the workmanship is solid. Despite its weight of 35.5 kg, it is easy to move thanks to the large transport rollers.

Category	Rating	Comment
Material quality	4.7/5	High-quality materials, robust and durable
Design quality	4.6/5	Modern, appealing design
Workmanship	4.5/5	Clean workmanship, delivered well packaged
Transportability	4.5/5	Large transport wheels make transportation easier

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Functionality ★★★★★ (4.7/5)

The treadmill offers extensive functions that are suitable for both beginners and advanced users. The combination of touch display and app control enables flexible use.

Category	Rating	Comment
Speed range	4.8/5	1 to 12 km/h, ideal for walking and running
Control options	4.6/5	Touch display and app control
Safety functions	4.7/5	Safety plug, automatic stop, child lock (“LOC”)
Display	4.7/5	High-quality OLED display, easy to read

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Ease of Use ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)

The handling of the WalkingPad MC11 is very good overall, but there are some minor drawbacks with the touch control, which takes some getting used to.

Category	Rating	Comment
Setup	4.8/5	No assembly necessary, ready to use immediately
Operation	4.5/5	Touch control takes some getting used to
Mobility	4.6/5	Easy to move thanks to large castors
Maintenance	4.5/5	No lubrication required, low maintenance

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Performance ★★★★★ (4.8/5)

The treadmill’s performance is impressive across the board. The brushless motor enables a pleasant and efficient workout, even at higher speeds.

Category	Rating	Comment
Motor power	4.9/5	Brushless motor, quiet and efficient
Running feel	4.8/5	Comfortable and easy on the joints, even at 12 km/h
Stability	4.7/5	Robust construction, secure footing
Load capacity	4.8/5	Max. Weight of 110 kg, sufficient for most users

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Noise ★★★★☆ (4.5/5)

The volume of the MC11 is pleasantly low, which is a particular advantage in living rooms. The background noise can be reduced even further with a rubber mat.

Category	Rating	Comment
Running noise	4.6/5	Quiet, even at higher speeds
Motor noise	4.7/5	Barely audible thanks to brushless motor
Vibrations	4.4/5	Low vibrations, especially with rubber mat
Overall impression	4.5/5	Low noise, does not disturb when working or watching TV

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Value for Money ★★★★★ (4.9/5)

For a long time the MC11 was my price-performance pick, but that role has now gone to the WalkingPad Z3 Hybrid+. The MC11 still offers more functions than some more expensive WalkingPad models and remains the faster of the two at up to 12 km/h.

Category	Rating	Comment
Price	4.9/5	Cheapest treadmill up to 12 km/h in the WalkingPad range
Performance	4.8/5	High quality and functionality
Durability	4.7/5	Robust materials, long service life expected
Potential for improvement	4.8/5	Hardly any criticism, excellent overall package

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Kingsmith WalkingPad MC11: what’s in the box and setup

The package weighs 41.5 kg (92 lb); my carrier and I carried it up together, so plan for two people depending on the floor. The MC11 arrives in the box fully assembled and very well secured, along with:

• Power cable
• Safety key
• Smartphone holder
• User manual
• Allen key for the rear belt tension

No lubricating oil is included; more on that under Maintenance below.

Setting up the MC11

Loosen the rotary grips on the front left and right, raise the handrail, fold it up and tighten the grips again – it clicks noticeably into place. Then unfold the running surface and check that the belt sits centred at both the front and rear, otherwise it will rub against the side edges. Only connect the power once everything is fully unfolded, and unplug it again before folding the unit back up, otherwise you risk electronic damage. The MC11 will not start without the safety key at the front; clip the other end to your trouser pocket or waistband, though at slow speeds just holding it is enough.

WalkingPad MC11: build quality and stability

On the first start-up it rattled: the running surface knocked at the back because not all the feet had ground contact. If your MC11 clicks or rocks, disconnect the power first and look for the cause. You compensate for an uneven floor with the levelling feet – the six rear feet can all be screwed out; only the two front feet are fixed. Then press down on the back of the unit: once nothing rocks any more, you’re ready to start.

The middle feet matter most: on my first attempt they made friction noises that you don’t feel while walking but do hear. Set up correctly, the MC11 stands steady, and even at 12 km/h (7.5 mph) it feels secure. Two hard rubber pads protect the front of the handrail. It is rated for up to 110 kg (242 lb); more on that in my guide on weight limits for heavier users.

WalkingPad MC11: motor, speed and running feel

The brushless motor does without wear-prone brushes: longer service life, more efficiency, less maintenance and quieter running. After starting, the MC11 counts down for three seconds and sets off at 1 km/h (0.6 mph):

Control	What happens
Plus/minus on the touch display	0.5 km/h (0.3 mph) steps, up to 12 km/h (7.5 mph)
GO button in the KS Fit app	free running, 0.1 km/h (0.06 mph) steps
Pause button	the belt slows down smoothly and steplessly
Pulling the safety key	the belt stops immediately

The running feel is pleasant and easy on the joints, and the faster stretches are genuinely fun. Compared with a pure desk treadmill like the WalkingPad Z1, setting it up takes more effort, but it runs more comfortably. Which speed you need for what is covered in my guide on Walking Pad speed.

WalkingPad MC11: handrail and desk height

The handrail carries the display and stands fixed at 100 cm (39.4 in) during use. It cannot be height-adjusted; it only folds down for storage. Under a desk that means the tabletop has to clear the handrail, which works for me with my height-adjustable desk. The tabletop then blocks your view of the display, and since the buttons are pure touch surfaces, you can’t find them by feel. So at the desk you’ll control it via the app almost all the time.

If you want to walk faster while watching a video, move the treadmill a little further from the desk: then you can see the display and tap the handrail directly. I work out how high your desk needs to be for that in my guide on desk height and deck height.

WalkingPad MC11: touch display and KS Fit app

The OLED display is attractive and modern, showing time, speed, distance and calories while you walk. The touch controls work well but take some getting used to at first.

Connecting the KS Fit app

The power needs to be on. Tap the plus icon at the top right, search for the MC11, and connect via Bluetooth. After that you get:

• No-load stop: the belt stops if no one has been on it for a few seconds. Can be switched off.
• Child lock: locks the treadmill completely; the display shows “LOC”.
• Goals by time, distance or calories.
• Step count: the display on the unit shows time, speed, distance and calories; you only see your steps in the app.
• Analysis: hold the stop button to send the data to your health app, Apple Health in my case.

I completed my 10,000-step test in a good two hours. How to fit that into your workday is covered in my guide on 10,000 steps.

WalkingPad MC11: volume in everyday use

As always, I measured with a rubber mat under the unit, with the meter positioned about one metre away. The range came out at 48 to 70 dB, depending on speed. While walking, the MC11 is quiet enough for videos or a film on the side; at fast running speeds it becomes noticeably louder. The mat dampens sound, vibration and impact forces, and in a multi-family building I wouldn’t want to go without it. All measured values compared side by side are in my guide on how loud walking pads are.

WalkingPad MC11: storage and transport

Folding it up works right at the desk too: disconnect the power, loosen the rotary grips, fold down the rear running surface, lay the handrail on the floor and tighten the grips again. Then you lift the MC11 and store it standing up or lying flat.

I have to praise the large transport wheels. They’re clearly better than on the WalkingPad X21 or R2; with them you can pull the treadmill even over a thick rubber mat and turn it easily – a genuine everyday upgrade. Which folding style suits your home is something I compare in my guide on foldable walking pads.

WalkingPad MC11: maintenance and care

No lubricating oil is included, and opinions differ on this: oil can harm the electronics of brushless motors, and they usually come optimally lubricated from the factory. Kingsmith does include a bottle when oiling is actually needed. So I haven’t oiled mine and plan to do the first lubrication only once I hear strong friction noises. In the meantime, you retighten the belt tension at the rear with the Allen key and keep the running surface centred. I show the exact moves in my guide on how to oil and centre a walking pad.

What the WalkingPad MC11 can’t do

• Fine-tune speed on the unit itself: the touch buttons jump in 0.5 km/h (0.3 mph) steps; 0.1 km/h increments are only available via the app.
• Be operated blind: the touch surfaces can’t be felt by touch, and you can’t see the display under a tabletop.
• Lower the handrail: the 100 cm (39.4 in) height is fixed, so your desk has to clear it. Only the MC21 offers height adjustment.
• Start up right away: without levelled feet, it rattles at the back.
• Be carried alone: 35.5 kg (78 lb) net, 41.5 kg (92 lb) in the box.
• Come with oil included: if you need some later, you’ll have to get it yourself.
• Show your step count on the unit: for that you need the app.
• Keep the price-performance crown: that now belongs to the WalkingPad Z3 Hybrid+. The MC11 is still faster, though: 12 km/h instead of 10 km/h.

Recommendation

If you are looking for a powerful treadmill for your home and can still find the MC11, it remains a good choice; it is currently not listed in the WalkingPad Stores US and UK. It is suitable for both walking and fast running and, thanks to its foldable design, also fits into smaller homes.

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The WalkingPad MC11 in comparison

I have created a comparison video (in German) comparing the WalkingPad MC11 with the X21 and the R2.

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WalkingPad MC11: availability

The MC11 is currently not listed in the WalkingPad Stores US and UK, so there is no discount code for it at the moment. The closest alternatives from my tests are the WalkingPad X214 (US store) and the WalkingPad Z3 Hybrid+ (US and UK stores).

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If you would like to see my practical experience in more detail, you can watch my test video here:

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You can find more reviews in the category Treadmills.

Kingsmith WalkingPad MC11: specifications

Feature	Value
Max. load capacity	110 kg (242 lb)
Unit weight	35.5 kg (78 lb)
Motor	930 watts, brushless
Speed	1 to 12 km/h (0.6–7.5 mph)
Running surface	120 × 44 cm (47.2 × 17.3 in)
Unfolded dimensions	145.2 × 73.6 × 100 cm (57.2 × 29.0 × 39.4 in)
Folded dimensions	102.4 × 73.6 × 16.1 cm (40.3 × 29.0 × 6.3 in)
Storage	Upright or lying flat
Controls	Touch display on the unit, KS Fit app
Display	OLED: time, speed, distance, calories (steps in the app only)
Special features	Large transport wheels, smartphone holder

Measurements from my test

What	Result
Noise level	approx. 48 to 70 dB with a rubber mat, depending on speed; quiet while walking
Deck height	approx. 10 cm (3.9 in) running surface, 100 cm (39.4 in) with the handrail; the handrail stays up during use, the desktop has to clear it
Folded size	102 × 74 × 16 cm (40.2 × 29.1 × 6.3 in), 35.5 kg (78 lb), store upright or lying flat
Test scope	at least 10,000 steps, walking and running (see comparison test)

How I test: every walking pad runs under my desk at home; wherever possible I measure the noise level from one metre away, and for newer tests the power consumption via a plug-in meter too.

Alternatives to the WalkingPad MC11

I have also tested these models, and they are the closest alternatives to the WalkingPad MC11. All eleven models I tested, with a comparison table, are in my big walking pad review. You can find more of my reviews in the walking pad category.

Further guides

• Walking Pad Speed: 6, 12 or 18 km/h? Which Pace You Really Need
• Walking Pad Noise: How Loud Are Under-Desk Treadmills Really? Measurements from My Tests
• Foldable Walking Pads: Which Design Fits Your Home? All Folded Dimensions from My Tests
• Walking Pad and Desk Height: How High Does the Desk Need to Go? Deck Heights of All Models

Frequently asked questions about the WalkingPad MC11