KingSmith (officially Beijing KingSmith Technology Co., Ltd.) is a Chinese fitness technology company specializing in compact, foldable, and smart home fitness equipment. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Beijing, China, the company is best known for creating the WalkingPad—a category-defining foldable treadmill designed for small homes and office environments. KingSmith has become one of the world’s leading brands in space-saving fitness equipment, selling products in more than 80 countries and regions. 1

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Foundation (2015)

KingSmith was established in Beijing by a group of engineers and researchers who wanted to solve a common problem in urban living: traditional treadmills were too large, heavy, and inconvenient for apartments and modern homes. Their vision was to build fitness equipment that could be easy to store, simple to use, smart, and suitable for everyday life. The company’s name “Smith” reflects the craftsmanship philosophy of creating products with precision and quality. 3

Birth of WalkingPad

One of KingSmith’s biggest innovations was the invention of the WalkingPad. Unlike conventional treadmills, the WalkingPad was designed to fold in half, fit under beds or sofas, operate quietly, and be used while working at a standing desk.

Relationship with Xiaomi

Many consumers associate KingSmith with Xiaomi because early WalkingPad products were introduced through Xiaomi’s crowdfunding ecosystem and were sold under Xiaomi’s smart-home platform. However, KingSmith is not owned by Xiaomi; it is an independent company. Xiaomi acted as an early crowdfunding and distribution partner, helping KingSmith gain visibility.

KingSmith’s mission is to help more people love fitness. The company believes exercise should fit naturally into daily life rather than requiring dedicated gym space or lengthy workout sessions. Its product philosophy centers on accessibility, convenience, and sustainable movement.

KingSmith has expanded beyond walking pads into a broader range of home fitness equipment.

Walking Pads

The company’s flagship products feature ultra-thin designs, foldable decks, automatic speed adjustment, quiet motors, and under-desk walking compatibility. Popular series include:

• A1
• C2
• P1
• R1
• R2
• R3
• Z3

Foldable Treadmills

Designed for both walking and running, popular models include the X21, X218, and WP Pro. These offer vertical folding, larger running surfaces, higher maximum speeds, and enhanced performance for home workouts.

Rowing Machines

KingSmith introduced TriFold™ Rowers, which fold into three sections for compact storage while maintaining the feel of a full-size rowing machine. 4

Strength Equipment

The company also manufactures adjustable benches, smart fitness benches, and compact weight-training equipment designed to integrate into home environments without occupying permanent floor space.

Office Fitness

KingSmith offers standing desks and under-desk walking systems to support active workstations for walking while working.

KingSmith has developed several proprietary technologies.

FootSense™

This technology automatically adjusts treadmill speed based on the user’s position on the belt:

• Move forward → faster
• Stay centered → constant speed
• Move backward → slower

SpeedDial™

A rotary control dial that simplifies speed adjustments with intuitive turning and pressing actions. 5

Folding Technology

KingSmith pioneered folding treadmill designs that allow equipment to fold in half, fold vertically, store under furniture, and save significant floor space. The company holds hundreds of patents covering folding mechanisms and related innovations. 6

SoftStep™ Shock Absorption

A multi-layer cushioning system designed to reduce impact on joints during walking or running.

KingSmith emphasizes minimalist aesthetics, space efficiency, quiet operation, smart connectivity, and ease of use. Its products are intended to blend into modern homes rather than resemble traditional gym equipment.

KingSmith products have received several international design recognitions, including the Red Dot Design Award, iF Design Award, and Good Design Award (Japan). These awards recognize the company’s innovation in industrial design and user experience.

Since its founding, KingSmith has expanded rapidly. It is available in over 80 countries and regions, has sold more than 1.7 million units, and distributes through major retailers and e-commerce platforms in North America, Europe, and Asia.

KingSmith positions itself as a leader in “folding fitness,” aiming to make exercise practical for urban living. Its products are especially suited to apartment residents, remote workers, home offices, users with limited space, and beginners seeking convenient ways to stay active. The company focuses on integrating movement into everyday routines rather than promoting high-intensity athletic training.

KingSmith has established itself as a prominent innovator in compact home fitness by introducing the WalkingPad concept and expanding into a wider ecosystem of foldable exercise equipment. Through patented space-saving designs, smart technologies like FootSense™, and a focus on accessibility, the company has grown from a Beijing startup into a global fitness brand serving users in more than 80 markets.

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