I walked 14,000 steps without leaving my apartment thanks to this under-desk treadmill — and it’s just $149

The deerrun q1 mini under desk treadmill walking treadmill in a home office with a blue wall and wooden floor.

The DeerRun Q1 Mini is one of the most affordable under-desk treadmills I’ve ever seen. Right off the bat, the price surprised and intrigued me. I thought, ‘How can a $149 treadmill compete when other treadmills start from $500?’

Fortunately, I have good news. If you’re a first-time treadmill user or you’re a home worker who just wants to get some extra steps at your desk, the Q1 Mini is the ideal cheap treadmill. Its top speed is 3.8mph, which I found ideal for mid-afternoon ambling, and it’s much smaller than alternatives, meaning it can slot away nicely between uses.