The location I use my treadmill is just shy of 6 ft. From electrical outlet which is fine if I left my treadmill down and ready to use. I now have lifespan tr2000E so I can easily fold up and roll of to the side,folding up requires electric and the movement of the treadmill causes 6 ft cord to pull out of outlet,10 ft cord is a must for me seeing that extension cords are not recommended.Glad the longer cord is available.