The Curator: The best walking pads for getting more steps in at home

This quiet under-desk treadmill lets you walk while answering emails or joining virtual meetings without disrupting your workflow. Its easy-to-use controls and compact, movable design make it a practical fit for a home office.

Short on space? A foldable walking pad could be the answer to your fitness prayers. This one tucks neatly under a sofa or bed when your workday is done, making it a smart pick for smaller homes or multipurpose rooms. Its slim, hinged design folds down without requiring assembly, so you can bring it out for a walk and put it away when you need your floor space back.

If you want to make your walking sessions more challenging without leaving your desk, the UREVO CyberPad features a 14% automatic incline that adjusts at the touch of a button. Its quiet brushless motor and slim profile make it practical for fitting workouts into a busy workday without taking over your space.

This Trisomy walking pad features a 15% automatic incline and speeds of up to 6 mph, so it’s suitable for everything from brisk walks to light runs. Its standout features include a 450-pound weight capacity, a built-in speaker and an LED display with dynamic lighting that changes with your pace.

With speeds reaching 7.5 mph, a 9% manual incline and 12 HIIT programmes, this FOUSAE treadmill is built for workouts that go beyond walking. It connects to fitness apps including Kinomap and Zwift, so you can track your progress, follow training plans and add a competitive element to your home workouts.

For a budget-friendly way to add more movement to your day, the DeerRun 3-in-1 walking pad offers plenty of features for the price, including a 6% manual incline to make your walks more challenging. It arrives fully assembled, has built-in wheels for easy storage and operates quietly enough for a home office.