Homefitnesscode F521 vs Y1: Which Walking Pad Suits Your Home?
The F521 and Y1 are two under-desk walking pads from Homefitnesscode. They are aimed at different users: the F521 is a simple, fixed-incline walker, while the Y1 offers a wider speed range and automatic incline. This comparison looks at what each model offers and who each one suits, based on retailer specifications.
Model status: The F521 is an earlier Homefitnesscode model. Our brand review of Homefitnesscode notes that the F521, along with the S1, is no longer listed among the retailer’s current active products in Ireland. This comparison page remains available for reference, but if you are buying today, check the retailer’s current range before ordering.
If you want a currently available alternative in a similar price and use case to the F521, the Q2 Pro is worth checking — see the retailer link in the comparison below.
The two models at a glance
Homefitnesscode F521
- Speed range1–6 km/h (retailer-listed)
- InclineFixed 5% (retailer-listed)
- Motor2.5 HP, retailer-listed
- ConnectivityLED display, no app
- Best forWalking only, quiet spaces
Specifications are retailer-provided and were not independently measured by GymBunny. Confirm current details on the product page before buying.
Check Current OptionsHomefitnesscode Y1
- Speed range1–10 km/h (retailer-listed)
- InclineAuto incline (check current % on product page)
- MotorRetailer-listed, see product page
- ConnectivityApp tracking, retailer-listed
- Best forWalking and light jogging, more variety
The auto-incline figure in the URL slug is an older reference and may not match the current listed spec. Always check the live product page for the current incline range.
Check Today’s PriceF521 vs Y1: side-by-side comparison
| Feature | F521 (legacy) | Y1 (current) |
|---|---|---|
| Speed range | 1–6 km/h | 1–10 km/h |
| Incline | Fixed 5% | Automatic (check current spec) |
| Use case | Walking only | Walking and light jogging |
| App connectivity | No | Yes, per retailer listing |
| Current availability | No longer in Homefitnesscode’s current active Ireland range | Currently listed |
A closer look
Watch: Homefitnesscode walking pad review
Who each model suits
F521 (legacy)
If you already own an F521 or find one in a clearance listing, it suits slow, steady walking at a desk where a fixed incline and simple controls are enough. It is not a running-capable pad and has no app tracking. Because it is no longer part of the retailer’s current active range, we would not recommend buying it new as a first choice today.
Y1 (current)
The Y1 suits people who want a wider speed range for both walking and light jogging, plus app-based tracking. It is the more versatile of the two and is the model Homefitnesscode currently lists for Ireland. Confirm the current incline spec and price on the product page, as retailer listings change.
Frequently asked questions
Is the F521 still available to buy?
According to our Homefitnesscode brand review, the F521 is no longer listed among the retailer’s current active products in Ireland. Check the live product page for current status before assuming it is in stock.
What is the main difference between the F521 and the Y1?
The F521 has a lower top speed (6 km/h) and a fixed incline, aimed at walking only. The Y1 has a higher top speed (10 km/h), an automatic incline, and app connectivity per the retailer’s listing, making it suited to a wider range of workouts.
Can I run on either of these walking pads?
Neither model is designed for running. The Y1’s higher top speed of 10 km/h can support light jogging for some users, but both are primarily built for walking. If running capability matters to you, compare options in our C1 vs Q2 Pro comparison.
Where can I see the full range of current Homefitnesscode models?
Our Home Fitness Code brand review covers the current active range, company information, warranty and delivery details.
How we compared these models
This is a specification-led comparison based on retailer-listed information for the F521 and Y1, checked against Homefitnesscode’s Irish product pages. GymBunny did not independently test either unit for this page. For our hands-on testing approach across the Homefitnesscode range, see how we test.
