Lifting Belt reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 152 Reddit reviews across 23 subreddits and 40 posts to rank the best Lifting Belt brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/powerbuilding, r/crossfit, r/Fitness, r/StartingStrength, r/strength_training. Top-rated brands include Inzer (4.4/5), Pioneer (4.7/5), SBD (4.4/5).
Stats
Reviews152
Subreddits23
Posts40
Brands47
Products77
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#1
Inzer
4.4
(33)
"My Inzer Forever Lever has yet to let me down and just feels so good."
"Love my Inzer Forever Lever. Worth every penny."
"Inzer lever belts have sizes that get up to 58”"
"I use whatever makes me strong. Braces, belts, and wraps make me stronger."
"Don’t be stupid. Get an inzer."
"I like my Inzer lever belt and can't imagine I would need another, pretty much ever."
"Been using the same inzer lever belt for 5.5 years and it's still rock solid."
"Finally went with a heavy duty belt. Inzer. Paid about $100 and that was in 2016. Still to this day it's in perfect condition."
"They’re ~$100 and me and all of my friends have them and they’re great."
"I absolutely love and would definitely recommend this belt."
#2
Pioneer
4.7
(24)
"It’s amazing for me."
"Powerlifting - Pioneer."
"Don’t go cheap, get a custom one with an adjustable lever!"
"I went for a customized 3" Pioneer belt."
"Pioneer cut belts are very well made"
"Pioneer stock belt is some of the best value you’ll find."
"I use this guys belts. Very customizable."
"My wife and I both have belts from Pioneer and love them."
"Pioneer, last belt you'll ever need."
"Pioneer belts are amazing with a lifetime warranty and you can customize them. I’ve been using one for years."
#3
SBD
4.4
(13)
"SBD is amazing, doubt I'll ever own another belt."
"From research when I do chuck money down it will be SBD."
"The brand SBD is the best out there."
"SBD."
"They make powerlifiting gear and apparel. Their products are basically the gold standard for powerlifting gear."
"Some good ones are SBD, INZER, gym reapers"
"Sbd is the best one."
"Or an SBD looks really like the latest thing if you can afford it."
"Great for adjustability but the buckle eventually wears out and the pins fall out."
"Trying out different belts with friends can help you find the right style before making a purchase."
#4
2pood
4.1
(8)
"It's comfy, love it."
"I've had a 2POOD belt for maybe 4 or 5 years now and have never had a problem with the velcro."
"I have the 2pood belt and I really like it."
"The velcro ones are much more similar than they are different. I like 2pood mainly for the funny designs."
"2pood is definitely one of the most popular these days, that’s what I have and I like it."
"My E26 is pretty much the same as a 2Pood."
"2pood straight belt."
"Had quality issues with the 2Pood, so I moved away from it."
#5
Strength Shop
4.7
(7)
"Strength shop is the answer. Had mine since 2019, trained and competed in both pl and strongman, has held up great."
"I got a strength shop belt recently and really like mine as well."
"Strength shop belts are the only ones I know of. I've had no complaints with mine."
"It's made from synthetic 'leather' and has a high-quality feel. I've been very satisfied and can recommend it."
"Get yourself a nice leather belt and itll last your whole life."
"This is a 10cm tall power lifting belt and is not really suitable for weightlifting."
"Strength Shop seems to be the go to belt that most recommend."
#6
Dominion
4.3
(7)
"Dominion 3 inch single prong are excellent."
"I love my Dominion Strength 3" Double Ply, it's a fantastic belt. 4 years going strong."
"Incredibly pleased with their products."
"Starting strength belt (dominion) 3"."
"Got a Dominion 3 inch single ply."
"Dominion 3-inch with lever"
"Haven’t used it much. Well built, but not necessarily life changing."
#7
Best belts
5.0
(5)
"Best belts are truly the best. Each one is fully custom to you, made by real leather workers that lift heavy and have their own name on the product."
"I like bestbelts.net. They have a lot of customization options to get the right fit (and color, if that's important to you), and the quality is great."
"Best belts are good choices."
"I squat in a 4" belt, and pull/bench in a 3". The belts provide the right support for my lifts."
"They make every belt custom - the customer service is incredible. Well worth the price."
#8
Rogue
4.0
(5)
"I'm partial to Rogue's 4" belt because the micro adjustments are really convenient for weight fluctuation."
"You really can't go wrong with any of the major brands."
"I prefer leather buckle belts, they feel safer."
"It's pretty good, not as expensive as an Inzer which will cost anywhere from 200-300+ and only cost me 150."
"Lifting only: Rogue Oly Ohio."
#9
Best Belts
4.8
(4)
"You can get a 2.5" belt from Best Belts by calling customer service!"
"I love my belt from Best Belts (the 'Athlete' model), and they seem like a solid company. The width hasn't posed any problems for me, either in the gym or in competition."
"Best Belts are fantastic. You won't find a better made belt."
"I've heard good things about their 3" belt."
#10
Harbinger
4.8
(4)
"Very comfortable and don't limit mobility but still provide great support IMO."
"I've been very happy with it."
"I have a $20 harbinger belt and it's great. I would recommend one with Velcro."
"The Harbinger 4" belt is solid and not too narrow."
#11
EliteFTS
5.0
(3)
"Amazing."
"The EliteFTS leather single prong 6.25mm belt has been great. It'll wrap around you better than a thicker belt."
"I eventually ended up buying this one and I love it. Gives me much more intra-abdominal pressure when I lift and it's made of much better materials."
#12
Cerberus
4.5
(2)
"Same with the Cerberus deadlift belt. It's really durable and comfortable."
"Is great and cheap."
#13
Eleiko
4.5
(2)
"Eleiko belts are unmatched. It's quality leather and versatile for both Olympic and power lifts."
"Currently using the Eleiko EVA, it's a good choice."
#14
Valeo
4.0
(2)
"A lot of powerlifting belts are that width. Buy whatever fits your budget."
"Quick velcro strap that is easy to take off or put on during workouts. Works well enough overall."
#15
Toro Bravo
5.0
(1)
"Got a 10mm Toro Bravo belt nearly 8 years ago. Hasn't failed me yet."
#16
Aesthreadics
5.0
(1)
"I’ve LOVED mine. Also a local Idaho business with awesome quality belts."
#17
Texas
5.0
(1)
"It is very much worth it."
#18
PRLifestyle
5.0
(1)
"By far the best quality lifting belt I’ve ever tried."
#19
Warrior Gear
5.0
(1)
"They are made from good leather and hold up really well."
#20
King Kong
5.0
(1)
"Its the perfect size, not too big."
#21
General Leathercraft
5.0
(1)
"I have a few of their belts. They are great."
#22
Oni
5.0
(1)
"I picked up an Oni recently that is amazing."
#23
Alan Thrall
5.0
(1)
"Watch Alan Thrall's informative video on weight lifting belts to find what you need."
#24
Spud Inc.
5.0
(1)
"I love the Spud Inc. triple play deadlift belt. It's nylon with a Velcro strap closure. It's really durable and comfortable."
#25
Strength Theory
5.0
(1)
"An essential guide for anyone serious about strength training."
#26
Rippetoe
5.0
(1)
"Rippetoe recommends straight belts only."
#27
Steel Sweat
5.0
(1)
"The belt has never let me down and resizing was easy."
#28
Rogue Fitness
5.0
(1)
"I like it."
#29
Strong Strong Supply CO
5.0
(1)
"He loves it for WODs and general strength training."
#30
Bestbelts.org
5.0
(1)
"They make a wide range of belts for Olympic and powerlifting, similar quality to a pioneer belt without the price."
#31
Best
5.0
(1)
"Great construction. Can't recommend them highly enough."
#32
Best Belt
5.0
(1)
"I'm 5'3" and wear the 3" Best Belt comfortably."
#33
Pioneer Belts
5.0
(1)
"American made, high quality. I've seen people buy one for ~$100 and it lasted them 12 years before they even considered buying a new one. I have one and it's great."
#34
Anderson Powerlifting
4.0
(1)
"This is what I use. Works fine."
#35
RDX
4.0
(1)
"I have an RDX lever belt. $55 on Amazon and I love it."
#36
Quest
4.0
(1)
"I had a Quest lever belt for years. Just a little cheaper version of an inzer lever."
#37
Strong Stuff
4.0
(1)
"I only use Strong Stuff belts and the SSTH DL slippers on peaking weeks."
#38
One More Rep Fitness
4.0
(1)
"For powerlifting, best bang for the buck brands are One More Rep Fitness, Lockout Armory, and Strong Stuff."
#39
Scheik
4.0
(1)
"I've really liked it."
#40
Dark Iron Fitness
4.0
(1)
"If you can get it in EU."
#41
Everlast
4.0
(1)
"I use a dirt cheap everlasting belt and have had zero issues with it."
#42
Plant Forged
4.0
(1)
"Plant Forged (Australia based, worldwide shipping), Strength Shop (multiple worldwide warehouses), or use a Velcro/nylon one."
#43
Big Boy
4.0
(1)
"Bought a big boy chained belt when I moved up to a plate."
#44
Schiek
4.0
(1)
"Schiek."
#45
Bobs Belts
3.0
(1)
"Bobs belts"
#46
Mark's
3.0
(1)
"Mark's has them, not sure if you can try at the store..might be worth a look."
#47
Dark Iron
1.0
(1)
"That dark iron belt sucks. do not buy"
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