I really like elliptical trainers, and the only time I ever used one in a gym (a couple weeks ago) it was better than the one I have; the handles didn't bother my wrists because they were tilted. Although it took me a little to get used to the foot holders that tilt up and down; mine are stationary.

Plus! The ones at the gym had TELEVISIONS. ON THEM. Hello! Bring your headphones!

This is from a person who used the treadmill at the same place and just about fell on my ass.