2 HP motor · 13.7 mph (22 km/h) top speed · 12% motorised incline · 140 x 50 cm deck · 130 kg max user · folds upright to 145 cm · 62 dB · 86 kg · rated for 20 hours a week
The Domyos Challenge Run is the fastest, most capable treadmill in Decathlon’s range, and it sits at the top of our RunRank table with a 4.5 out of 5. Where the rest of the Domyos line-up is built around walking and jogging, this is the one designed for people who actually run. A 2 HP motor pushes it to 13.7 mph (22 km/h), the incline reaches 12% and Decathlon rates it for up to 20 hours of use a week, which is double or quadruple the duty rating of the cheaper models.
It costs £899.99, down from an RRP of £1,299.99, so it is firmly the premium choice. One caveat worth being upfront about: it currently carries only 20 owner reviews, a small sample compared with the 1,661 behind the Run 500. The early rating is a strong 4.6 stars, but there is simply less long-term owner feedback to lean on, so we have weighted our assessment toward the specification and build.
Who the Challenge Run is for
A good fit if you
- Run regularly and want a top speed well above 10 mph
- Train most days and need a 20 hours-a-week duty rating
- Want a longer, wider 140 x 50 cm deck for a natural stride
- Have a corner or wall to stand it against when folded
- Use Kinomap, Zwift or FTMS apps for structured sessions
Look elsewhere if you
- Mainly walk or jog a few times a week
- Need to fold it flat to slide under a bed
- Want to spend closer to £500
- Prefer the most proven model with thousands of reviews
If you walk and jog rather than run, this is more machine than you need and the Run 500 will serve you better for nearly half the price. The Challenge Run earns its place for genuine runners who want pace and a duty rating the rest of the range cannot match.
Domyos Challenge Run specifications
| Price | £899.99 (RRP £1,299.99) |
|---|---|
| Top speed | 13.7 mph (22 km/h) |
| Motor | 2 HP |
| Incline | 12%, motorised |
| Running deck | 140 x 50 cm |
| Max user weight | 130 kg |
| Treadmill weight | 86 kg |
| Folded size | L112 x W87 x H145 cm (upright fold) |
| Console | TFT screen, 40 programmes, tablet holder, adjustable fan, USB |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth + ANT+, FTMS, Bluetooth audio (Kinomap, Zwift, E-Connected) |
| Noise | 62 dB |
| Frame | Steel |
| Usage rating | Semi-professional, up to 20 hours/week |
| Warranty | 2 yrs parts & labour, 5 yrs frame, 10 yrs spares |
| Owner rating | 4.6 / 5 from 20 reviews (small sample) |
| RunRank | 4.5 / 5 |
Key features
13.7 mph and a 2 HP motor
The headline is pace. At 13.7 mph (22 km/h) the Challenge Run is comfortably the fastest Domyos, and the 2 HP motor is built to hold that speed under load rather than struggle at the top of its range. For anyone training for distance or running faster intervals, this is the difference that justifies the step up from the rest of the line-up.
A 20 hours-a-week duty rating
Decathlon classes this as a semi-professional machine rated for up to 20 hours of use a week. That matters more than it sounds: the cheaper Domyos models are rated for 5 to 10 hours, so if you run most days the Challenge Run is the only one in the range designed to take it without wearing prematurely.
A longer, wider deck
The 140 x 50 cm deck is the most generous in the range. The extra length and width give a more natural stride at speed and more margin for error when you are tired, which is exactly what you want from a dedicated running machine.
TFT console with fan, USB and audio
The console steps up to a TFT screen with 40 programmes, an adjustable ventilation fan, a USB port and Bluetooth audio, alongside a tablet holder. Connectivity covers Bluetooth and ANT+ with FTMS, so Kinomap, Zwift and E-Connected all work for structured or scenic sessions.
Folds upright, not flat
At 86 kg this is a substantial machine, and it folds upward to L112 x W87 x H145 cm rather than flat. Wheels mean one person can still move it, but you need a corner or wall to stand it against. If under-bed storage is essential, this is not the model for you.
Pros and cons
Pros
- Fastest Domyos at 13.7 mph (22 km/h)
- 2 HP motor and 20 hours-a-week duty rating
- Longest, widest deck in the range at 140 x 50 cm
- 12% incline, the steepest Domyos offers
- Fan, USB, Bluetooth audio and a TFT console
- Still folds upright despite the performance
Cons
- £899.99 is a big jump from the rest of the range
- Only 20 owner reviews so far
- Upright fold needs floor space, not under-bed storage
- At 86 kg it is heavy to reposition
How it compares to the rest of the range
Challenge Run vs Run 500
The Run 500 is our best-overall pick and the right machine for most people, but it tops out at 10 mph and is rated for 10 hours a week. The Challenge Run adds genuine running pace, a stronger motor, a bigger deck and double the duty rating. If you run hard and often, the extra £400 buys real capability. If you do not, save the money.
Challenge Run vs T900D
The T900D is the quieter, more feature-loaded home machine at £799.99, with a heart rate belt included and a cushioned deck, but it caps at 11.2 mph and just 5 hours a week. The Challenge Run is the choice when performance and durability matter more than low noise and console extras.
The verdict
The Challenge Run is the Domyos to buy if you genuinely run. The pace, the 2 HP motor, the big deck and the 20 hours-a-week rating put it in a different class from the rest of the range, and it still manages to fold upright. The price and the thin pool of owner reviews are the only real hesitations, but on specification and build it is the strongest machine Decathlon makes.
Frequently asked questions
How fast does the Domyos Challenge Run go?
It reaches 13.7 mph (22 km/h), which is the fastest top speed of any Domyos treadmill and well suited to faster running and interval work.
Is the Challenge Run good for serious running?
Yes. It pairs a 2 HP motor with a 20 hours-a-week duty rating and a long 140 x 50 cm deck, so it is built to handle regular, faster running rather than just walking and jogging.
Does the Challenge Run fold away?
It folds upward to L112 x W87 x H145 cm and has transport wheels, so one person can move it, but it stands upright rather than folding flat for under-bed storage.
Why does it have so few reviews?
It is a newer and more specialist model, so it has only around 20 owner reviews so far. The early rating is 4.6 stars, but there is less long-term feedback than for high-volume models like the Run 500, which is worth bearing in mind.
Is the Challenge Run worth the extra money over the Run 500?
Only if you run regularly. For walkers and occasional joggers the Run 500 covers everything for nearly half the price. For dedicated runners, the Challenge Run’s pace and durability justify the jump.
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