Adjustable Dumbbells reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 161 Reddit reviews across 7 subreddits and 12 posts to rank the best Adjustable Dumbbells brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/fitness30plus, r/homefitness, r/P90X, r/homegym, r/Athleanx. Top-rated brands include Bowflex (4.1/5), Powerblock (4.4/5), PowerBlock (4.5/5).
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Reviews161
Subreddits7
Posts12
Brands43
Products59
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#1
Bowflex
4.1
(34)
"They are perfect for the price."
"I've had my Bowflex dumbells for about 5 years now and they are still going strong. Quite expensive compared to some others but well worth the money imo."
"Bowflex is highly regarded for its quality and versatility."
"My Bowflex adjustables are going on about 8 years without anything but a light silicone oil twice."
"I have had my Bowflex for a decade, if not more… and they are still working great!"
"They are perfect for the price."
"Bow flex. I’ve been using their stuff since 04 and they are still holding up."
"They work very well."
"I’ve had Bowflex Select Tech’s for over 7 years now and still working great."
"Had some Bowflex 552 for about 5-6 years, still in good condition and use them multiple times a week."
#2
Powerblock
4.4
(31)
"Powerblocks are the answer."
"I would say go for either bowflex or powerblocks. but if i talk about myself i would choose powerblocks."
"Powerblock elite"
"Powerblocks"
"I bought the original powerblocks for around $380 and they still work great, quite frequently used for many of those years and little sign of meaningful wear"
"Powerblock is one of the most popular adjustable dumbbells."
"Powerblocks all the way"
"I've been using the same set of powerblock for a decade and I love it."
"Powerblock"
"Power block by far is the best in my opinion"
#3
PowerBlock
4.5
(22)
"I highly recommend checking out the PowerBlock Elite EXP!"
"They’re super straightforward to use and built to last, making them a smart investment for your home gym."
"They’re super straightforward to use and built to last, making them a smart investment for your home gym."
"I have powerblock adjustable sports and are very happy with them"
"Well worth it."
"I’ve had the power block classic 50s, adjustable from 10 to 50 pounds in 5 pound increments, for about 15 years. They still work perfect."
"They are a great purchase, and feel incredibly stable during lifting motions."
"I’ve had the Powerblock 125lbs polyurethane model for over a decade and I love them. The 2.5-2.5-5 lbs increment of weight works well enough."
"They seem to be the most durable and took no getting used to."
"I love them. Only regret is not getting the stage 2 extension at the time."
#4
Ironmaster
4.6
(14)
"Either Ironmaster or Powerblock."
"Ironmaster."
"They are extremely well built and customer service is great."
"Ironmaster. I have had a set for 5 or 6 years now and they are holding up great."
"Get ironmaster dumbbells if you’re looking for a set that will last a lifetime."
"Ironmaster DBs are fantastic and will never break."
"I love my Ironmasters. Not cheap but they're awesome."
"Ironmaster are rock solid (no rattle) and the handle is essentially the same as traditional fixed dumbbell."
"The Ironmaster dumbbells are incredibly versatile and durable, perfect for home workouts."
"Not the easiest to adjust, but I love my Ironmasters. They're bomb proof."
#5
Nüobells
4.2
(5)
"Nuos are maybe my best home gym purchase and I’m probably close to $10k deep at this point."
"Pricey but worth every penny. Easy to get to the right weight fast and blows power blocks clunky design out of the water."
"Very attractive design but concerns about durability."
"They work for me and have lasted over a year."
"I don't plan on dropping my dumbbells but I also don't want to worry about babying them."
#6
Snode
4.7
(3)
"I was very attracted to the Nuobell 580 but durability is of the highest importance."
"Durability is of the highest importance."
"I wanted a durable product that will hopefully last decades."
#7
Rep
4.3
(3)
"Probably going to upgrade to the Rep x Peppins eventually though. They look amazing."
"Those new Rep x Pepins (Repins) look damn nice, but not shipping until August I think"
"The Rep x Pépin adjustables look great as well."
#8
Core Home Fitness
4.0
(3)
"I have the corehomefitness ones and they’re great for what I paid (250)."
"They are great and feel like using a normal dumbbell."
"The CHF are way easier to change between weights and feel great."
#9
Lifepro
5.0
(2)
"Definitely the best adjustable dumbells for working out at home."
"Hands down, the best adjustable dumbbells in this price range!"
#10
PowerBlocks
5.0
(2)
"Power Blocks"
"I prefer my power blocks over iron master. The storage space and speed of use are incredible."
#11
Nuobell
5.0
(2)
"I second the Nuobells"
"Nuobell"
#12
Eisenlink
4.5
(2)
"Excellent also damage proof and they offer 20kg and 36kg sets."
"The Eisenlinks seem much more compact and easily upgradable."
#13
Nuobells
4.5
(2)
"Nuobells are amazing"
"Nuobells are pretty good. Had mine for a few years with daily use and no issues so far."
#14
PowerBlock Adjustable Dumbbells
4.5
(2)
"I got some 41kg power blocks second hand for £250 and am very pleased with them."
"I like that the power blocks come in 50lb and you can later add on kits to get them up to 90lb each."
#15
REP QuickDraw Adjustable Dumbbells
4.5
(2)
"REP QuickDraw go up to 60 lbs and are the fastest adjustables on the market."
"I have the rep quickdraws- they go up to 60 lbs each."
#16
Weider
4.0
(2)
"For the price I'm happy with my weiders"
"They work pretty well and it's nice to quickly adjust weights."
#17
Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells
3.5
(2)
"I have the Bowflex. I’ve had them since Covid, so they’ve held up well."
"I don’t love the Bowflex. They’re OK, but I find the plastic grips get really slippery as my hands sweat."
#18
Core Fitness
3.0
(2)
"I have the core fitness. i do think they are a great bang for your buck."
"The bad part is they only go up to 50 lbs."
#19
Rogue
3.0
(2)
"Rogue’s loadable DB looks close to being worth it."
"The olympic loadable Dumbbell is too long and bulky for most CF movements."
#20
Ironman
5.0
(1)
"They work damn well for everything and are incredibly convenient."
#21
DMoose
5.0
(1)
"Compact design and durability, with smooth weight transitions."
#22
Trulap
5.0
(1)
"They go up to 90lb, have a ton of adjustments and use the same mechanism as the Core Home Fitness dumbbells."
#23
Ativafit
5.0
(1)
"Love them otherwise though and I’ve had them maybe 6 or 7 years now with no issues."
#24
Ironmaster Adjustable Dumbbells
5.0
(1)
"The iron master adjustables are the best I've used you can get add on kits for up to 165lbs each."
#25
SMRTFT Nüobell Adjustable Dumbbells
5.0
(1)
"I’ve got the SMRTFT Nüobell adjustable dumbbells and I like them a lot."
#26
REP x Pepin FAST Dumbbells
5.0
(1)
"Just got the rep x pepin FAST dumbbells, they’re pretty great."
#27
BowFlex
5.0
(1)
"I have the BowFlex 552s and love them!"
#28
Olympic Dumbbell Handles
5.0
(1)
"If you already have weights this is the best option."
#29
REP
5.0
(1)
"I got my REP QuickDraw’s shortly before Christmas and that have been nothing short of magnificent"
#30
MX55
5.0
(1)
"If you can find a set of used MX55’s, you’ll probably get in that $400 range. I bought mine new at Costco for $700 in 2018 and they are still going strong."
#31
Rogue Loadables
5.0
(1)
"It’s 100% the Rogue loadables. There is now question here."
#32
Amazon
4.0
(1)
"The import PowerBlocks are fine, but the cage is a downside and the progression is irregular."
#33
PowerLock Adjustable Dumbbells
4.0
(1)
"I have the power lock and love them."
#34
Nüobell
4.0
(1)
"I have 5-80lb Nuobells and like them a lot."
#35
Selectech Adjustable Dumbbells
4.0
(1)
"I have the selectechs, have for years. They work great, save space."
#36
Norditrac
4.0
(1)
"I bought a set of Norditrac adjustable and I like them so far."
#37
Selectabells
4.0
(1)
"Bit chunky but do the job."
#38
LifePro Adjustable Dumbbells
4.0
(1)
"Is it worth getting one of the expensive ones versus something like this?"
#39
PowerBlock Elite
4.0
(1)
"Did you ever found out the difference between the Powerblock Elite vs others?"
#40
PowerBlock Sport Series
4.0
(1)
"One thing about the PB sport series is they don't have the large upper tubes."
#41
Wirecutter
4.0
(1)
"The Wirecutter just tested a bunch and put out a new review/recommendation."
#42
Gold's Gym
4.0
(1)
"I use Gold's Gym 25lb Spacesavers I bought at Wal-Mart for $65 ea."
#43
Reebok
2.0
(1)
"They work but aren't nearly as convenient as I thought they would be."
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