KingSmith

About KingSmith

Beijing KingSmith Technology Co., Ltd., founded in 2015 by Albert Jing, is a specialized developer and manufacturer of intelligent home fitness equipment. Operating under the brand name WalkingPad, the company targets the direct-to-consumer market, offering fitness solutions for home and office environments. The business model relies on direct sales through its website and partnerships with major online retailers like Amazon, Walmart, and Lowe's. KingSmith's revenue stream is generated by the sale of its fitness equipment, with the company experiencing significant growth, including sales in the U.S. reaching over $10 million in 2021.

The company's history is marked by a significant milestone in 2018 with the invention and launch of the first WalkingPad via the Mi Crowdfunding platform, effectively creating a new category of home fitness equipment. This was followed by the company's contribution to drafting the industrial standard for walking machines in 2019. By 2021, KingSmith had expanded its global footprint, shipping products to 57 countries and selling over one million units. In 2022, the company established a U.S. office in Dallas, Texas, to better serve its growing North American customer base. The company has received multiple design accolades, including Red Dot and iF Design Awards.

KingSmith’s core product is the WalkingPad, a line of foldable treadmills designed for space-saving and convenience. These devices are characterized by their patented double-folding technology, which significantly reduces their storage footprint, allowing them to be stored under furniture. The product line includes various models, some designed strictly for walking (like the C2 and A1 Pro) and others, known as 2-in-1 models (like the R2 and X21), which can be used for both walking and running. Key features across the range include a low-profile deck to minimize the risk of falling, foot-sensing speed control in automatic mode, and manual control via a remote or the KS Fit mobile app, which also tracks workout metrics. Some higher-end models feature larger running surfaces and can reach speeds suitable for jogging or running.