The Rep Fitness Competition Flat Bench is designed to handle the heaviest weights, and has compatibility with the Rep Fitness Wide Pad or the Thompson Fat Pad with 4-bolt mounting pattern, please check yours for those seeking an extra-wide pad.
A heavy-duty bench for big lifts. Why a 3-Post Flat Bench? Nothing in the way of your feet, at powerlifting competition spec height, and rated to 1, lbs at an incredible price. Dims: 17" high top of pad , 48" long pad , 12" wide pad , 62 lbs. Designed to meet IPF specs of height, width, and length Heavy-duty 3x3" 11 gauge steel frame with even thicker connecting plates.
Durable vinyl upholstery with 4" thick pad with plywood base. Connects with 4 bolts. Our bench height allows athletes to use proper positioning of the feet, and arch the back to push up serious weight with proper form.
Height stays the same when using the Rep Fitness Wide Pad. Similar to a tripod--lay down and let all 3 points support you, not just the front foot. Welded metal endcaps Handle and wheels for easy transport. Easy assembly, 15 minutes with a wrench. REP is absolutely dominating most other companies in terms of great value benches, and this is their magnum opus. This is a competition-style flat bench with a heavy-duty design capable of handling weights up to 1, pounds.
REP covered every detail, including grippy vinyl to help push against during the bench press. Construction-wise, this bench has a 3-inch x 3-inch gauge steel frame with 7-gauge connecting plates.
It features a height of 17 inches from the floor to the top of the pad, and, most notably, a three-post design with wheels and a handle for easy maneuverability and the ability to tuck your feet uninhibited under the bench.
The thick foam pad is similar to the Rogue Competition Fat Pad and the Thompson Fat Pad, although not quite as big which I think is a good thing for most people. Are the padding and vinyl overall as nice as Rogue? Yes, definitely, which is the reason I recommend it. In addition to all of the specs we listed, the REP FB also comes in a variety of colors to match your rack. Simple, stable and strong as an ox, the AB version is perfect for commercial gyms that just need a heavy duty adjustable bench, or someone who wants the best for their garage gym.
Commercial grade features include an 11 gauge steel frame, high end metallic and hammertone color paint finishes, rock solid stability, thick vinyl and padding, laser cut numbers, and more. A full FID bench with the optional decline attachment, the solid steel pin locks into place at multiple angles for any bench workout - incline, decline, or flat. With other inferior benches at over twice the price - make the smart choice and go REP. Pivoting urethane grip handle and wheels for easy maneuverability Simple 20 minute assembly with a wrench and allen key provided.
Everything else is pre-assembled. REP Fitness took the top spot for both the flat bench and adjustable bench categories this year. The AB bench uses a ladder-style adjustment system that is quick and easy to change. It features laser-cut numbers, stainless steel details on the handle and logo, and overbuilt caster wheels for easy maneuverability. The adjustment system also has quite a few options including seven back pad adjustments and five-seat pad adjustments.
The back pad adjustments include the following: , 0, 15, 30, 45, which are laser-cut in the side of the ladder system. This is a premium feature typically found only on benches that are much more expensive. When flat, this incline bench is Ideally, it would be 17 inches, however, this is extremely hard to do in an incline bench, if not impossible, so this is a good compromise. Understand that this is a heavy bench, weighing in at pounds.
The pads themselves are premium with a grippy vinyl top, high-density foam core, and a plywood backing. The benchtop has a width of The Monster Utility Bench is designed with an extra-wide 24" base and a heavy-duty 3x3" gauge steel frame. Manufactured in Columbus, OH, each unit ships disassembled from our warehouse to reduce shipping costs, and comes with all necessary hardware for a quick set-up, including a set of rubber feet for added sturdiness on uneven surfaces.
The overall footprint is 44" long x 24" wide. You can customize the Monster Utility Bench during the ordering process by selecting your preferred bench height standard vs.
Competition Fat Pad vs. Thompson Fat Pad. Our new Shorty Bench option allows athletes to use a Fat Pad while keeping the unit at a more traditional flat bench height. The Rogue Monster Utility Bench 2.
I initially did a review on the bench and rated it pretty average largely because we knew what it could be. Then it happened. Rogue basically took all of our critiques and redid the bench based on our specs.
Is it perfect? Of course not. But, oh man is it sweet. The Monster Utility Bench 2. It uses 3-inch x 3-inch steel all throughout the bench, including the frame and the cross member, and the legs. This allows the bench to sit 17 inches above the floor, from the floor to the top of the Thompson Fat Pad.
They have a tall version that is 17 inches tall with a thin pad, but because I like my pads fat and I kind of look like Donnie Thompson, I wanted 17 inches to the top, so I bought a short frame. See my full Rogue Monster Utility Bench 2. The Rogue Flat Utility Bench 2. As the most popular of all adjustable weight benches on Amazon, the Fitness Reality Super Max Weight Bench is very reasonably priced.
It weighs only 35 pounds and is incredibly easy to move around. There are six back rest positions and multiple foot rest positions. It folds all the way up for very easy storage and weighs just 35 pounds. Also, as an adjustable bench, it has six levels to move the backrest from flat into an upright position. The foot bar at the base of the bench also offers adjustability.
Although this is rated for pounds, I would be nervous at anything over pounds. Also, many reviews complain about how narrow the pad is and how cheap the materials are. Fitness Reality does have a no-gap upgrade on Amazon that has incline and decline positions. The Flat Bench by Titan Fitness is designed with enough integrity to handle your massive gains. Built at the perfect height for bench pressing and padded for long lasting comfort. Complete your home gym and your exercise routine!
Good for: Someone who wants a feature-filled bench with a high weight capacity at a good price. The Titan Flat Weight Bench combines a high weight capacity and good features at a great price. Sure, the quality of the welds, packaging, vinyl, etc. To be honest, weight capacity ratings are a bit subjective.
Although it says 1, pounds, it could likely hold more than double that, but suffice it to say, it will basically be able to hold any weight you plan to use for chest presses. In addition to the high weight capacity, the bench includes two wheels on the back and a handle on the front leg for easy maneuverability.
There are similarly priced benches that I weighed against this one, but what put this bench over the top was the addition of the wheels and handle for a similar price.
As with any Titan Fitness product, there are many issues discussed in the review sections. Things like pieces missing, the packaging being broken before the customer received it, surface rust within the tubes, and other minor things.
This is incredibly annoying, but most of the faulty reviews are from and Impex Powerhouse Olympic Weight Bench. Cap Strength Adjustable Weight Bench. Cap Strength Olympic Weight Bench. Cap Strength Standard Weight Bench. Cap Strength Weight Bench Instructions. Hammer Strength Bench Bar Weight. If there is a lot of plastic, move on. Up to a point, a bench should also increase its weight capacity in accordance with the asking price. The average bench might support about pounds, but the quality ones will be rated for 1, pounds or more.
Does the bench come with a warranty? Does the company selling the bench have a history of servicing warranties and will they be around for as long as the product is warrantied? Stay away from benches only guaranteed for a year. Does the equipment come in beat-up cardboard boxes often? Is the shipping timely?
I often hear from readers about issues in regards to their shipments and it can play a big part in the equipment if parts are missing or there are broken pieces. Also, factor potential shipping costs into the overall price of the equipment. Some of these benches have attractive prices but level out once you account for shipping. The amount of assembly required should reflect the price point. Benches are typically pretty easy to assemble. The IPF International Powerlifting Federation standard is 17 inches from the floor to the top of the bench, and this is what we prefer.
The foam used on the bench pad should be dense enough to provide stability, but soft enough to allow for comfort. You can take my recommendations and read user reviews for starters. The vinyl should also be durable to last years without ripping or overly stretching. This is another factor that you either have to test in person, or take my word for it, or read user reviews.
The more stable the bench, the better; obviously. Nearly every adjustable bench should have wheels and a handle. The more positions for the back pad and seat pad to be adjusted to, the better. Most bench frames use a standard pad mount pattern. The bench press is the undisputed greatest upper body strength training exercise ever created. There are few that would argue against the efficacy of heavy bench presses for increasing strength, muscle mass, or simply trying to look better.
However, there is some debate on which should be purchased in terms of fitness equipment: a flat bench, adjustable bench, or both? First off, the flat bench is vastly superior to the majority of adjustable benches also known as incline benches, FID—flat, incline, decline—benches, and decline benches; all of which will be used interchangeably throughout this review on the market.
If so desired, it can be stacked on plates for seal rows. Simplicity is great for its cost savings and reliability. For most lifters, the adjustable bench does everything a flat bench does, as well as it does, but also has increased multi-purpose functionality. Now, someone who has spent a lot of time with their back on a bench pad knows that a flat utility bench with a welded spine and a high weight capacity is superior to an adjustable bench that rocks, flexes, and has a much lower capacity for slag iron.
An adjustable bench, though, will allow trainees the ability to increase their exercise selection dramatically, target different primary movers, and never have to Macgyver something because they lack the equipment for the movements they want to do. So, should you get an adjustable bench or just a flat bench?
Others who know their way around the gym a bit would be fine with just an adjustable bench. Those that compete, like having a lot of versatility, or are just gear heads like me should get both. In order to properly recommend the best weight benches, it requires spending a large amount of time with your back on a lot of different bench pads.
I could arguably say that, despite not having the heaviest bench press in the world my current PR is LB at LB bodyweight , I have likely used, owned, and reviewed more weight benches than just about anyone in the world. After seeing what we had on hand, as well as reviewing the hundreds of benches that readers of Garage Gym Reviews have rated and reviewed on our Product Dashboard , I began to narrow down the list some. I then, as I always do, tried to get a feel for what the community collectively believes are the best flat and adjustable benches available.
I suppose this is another reason why Best-in-Class Reviews like this are so important. My top picks were pretty much synonymous among everyone I asked, and they were also littered with options from REP Fitness. Yes, yes, yes — a million times, yes! A weight bench transforms your typical dumbbell or resistance band workouts by adding in actual weight.
Push-ups are great, but bench press is better. Give your biceps and triceps a boost! The weight bench is such a multifunctional piece because you can use it for so much more than simply a barbell bench press. You can use the weight bench for:. But I consider the weight bench to be an essential part of every home gym. It just depends on how high-quality, high-feature you want to go.
Adding the best weight bench to your home gym setup may seem extra, but if you want to develop muscle mass and grow muscle, you may need to get a weight bench. Rogue Adjustable Bench 2. Rogue Westside Bench 2. Honestly, this bench is more about looks than functionality. Rogue Thompson Fat Pad: This is my favorite bench pad, although it is pricey. Donnie Thompson really revolutionized the industry a bit with this release as pretty much every company has copied it since.
Although we still recommend it due to how strong it is for the price, we think the FB is a superior option for not significantly more. We still like it, but prefer others.
We love the price point, color options, and overall build. It looks like the Rogue Adjustable Bench 2. Prefer the REP alternative. Kind of sad, but Titan did mess up part of the design as discussed by Brandon in this video. I actually really like this bench, use it often and despite it being one of the more expensive Titan items, they did a good job with it. My biggest complaint is that the back spine piece should be made out of thicker gauge steel.
Bowflex SelectTech 5. Vulcan Prime Adjustable Bench: I really like the looks of this bench, especially at the price point. This issue is, the feature set is kind of low in comparison to the price point.
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I like its compact size for people in tight spaces, and I also like that although imperfect, it at least makes an attempt at imitating higher-end treadmills through its connectivity with an interactive app. I conducted an in-depth Echelon Stride review to look at the way the Stride performs, its key features as well as some important things you need to know before you buy.
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My Favorite Things: Three-post design Weight capacity of 1, pounds Grippy vinyl on a thick foam pad 3-in x 3-in gauge steel inch height. My Callouts: Quick assembly required Not the highest quality bench, but the best value day return period and restocking fee applied to returns. REP AB Adjustable Bench Simple, stable and strong as an ox, the AB version is perfect for commercial gyms that just need a heavy duty adjustable bench, or someone who wants the best for their garage gym.
My Favorite Things: Can be used flat, incline or decline 7 back pad adjustments 5 seat pad adjustments Ladder adjustment system features laser-cut numbering Incredible stability.
Rogue Monster Utility Bench The Monster Utility Bench is designed with an extra-wide 24" base and a heavy-duty 3x3" gauge steel frame.
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