If you’re going to be training from home, getting the best weight bench that you can is a must have piece of equipment for you. Having one as the corner piece of your home gym allows you to perform an abundance of various exercises that target multiple muscle groups. Most assume that the best workout bench allows you to just work your pectoral muscles but in fact workout benches allow you to work your back, arms, shoulders and even your legs. Making it an essential part of any great home gym.
When it comes to choosing the best weight for home gyms it can become overwhelming as there are hundreds of benches out there and it can be really hard to know which ones are worth the money and which ones should be avoided. That’s why we have gone to the trouble of testing out the best weight benches available and ranked the top ones for you. Instead of you spending hours and hours searching for the right one (not to mention the added time saved by not choosing the wrong one and having to return it) you can sit back and see right now which weight bench is right for you.
Below you’ll find our weight bench reviews in an easy to read table that breaks down our findings and then we break down the each one to help you make the best purchase based on your needs.
The Ultimate Weight Bench Review For 2017
| 1) Iron Master Heavy Duty Adjustable Bench | 2) Xmark Adjustable XM-7630 | 3) CAP Barbell Deluxe Bench | 4) Powerblock Sport Bench | 5) Phoenix 99226 Power Pro Olympic Bench | |
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| Rating | 5.0 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.5 | 4.3 |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Decline | Yes | Yes | No | No | No |
| Available Attachments | Yes | Yes | No | No | Yes |
| Length | 43.5" | 52.5" | 53" | 50" | 88" |
| Width | 20" | 22.5" | 27" | 21.5" | 60" |
| Height | 20" | 19.5" | 16.5" | 18" | 20" |
| Product Weight | 60 lbs | 64 lbs | 42 lbs | 57 lbs | 138 lbs |
| Max Weight | 1,000 lbs | 1,500 lbs | 500 lbs | 550 lbs | 275 lbs |
| Warranty | 10 Year | Lifetime | 30 Day | 10 Year | 1 Year |
The Various Types of Weight Benches
Picking the best weight bench for what you need really depends on what kind of bench you are needing and what goals you wish to achieve with your training.
Traditional Flat Workout Bench
The most basic type of bench is the traditional flat bench, but it doesn’t truly enable one the ability to perform a large range of exercises. The flat bench is not adjustable and doesn’t tend to have any accessories that help it round out a solid home gym. The flat bench is a solid piece of equipment but given the fact that there are other benches out there that allow you to have more flexibility and perform an even bigger range of exercises that save needed space in a home gym.
Adjustable Bench (Dumbbell Benches)
The adjustable bench is a very popular choice for home gyms as it allows users to perform more exercises without sacrificing extra space. All adjustable benches can be adjusted to go flat, varying levels of incline, and many will go completely upright allowing you to perform seated exercises, as well as many will go into a decline position as well.
Many of these benches also offer an increased value as some have attachments that come with them or you can purchase attachments that can allow you to train various muscle groups. Some of the attachments that you typically see available on adjustable benches are leg curl/leg extension attachments and preacher curl pads.
Most people either pick an adjustable bench or an olympic bench for the most part for home gyms. If you’re uncertain about what an olympic bench is just keep reading and we will go over them for you.
Olympic Bench
An olympic bench is pretty similar to an adjustable bench as you can adjust the incline or decline of the bench but these for the most part come standard with attachments and equipment that makes it more of a complete gym system. Most will come with a preacher curl pad and/or a leg curl/leg extension attachment and many also come with a squat rack, lat pulldown and other attachments as well.
The olympic bench is best paired with an olympic bar as well as many come with squat racks and/or bench press racks. Dumbbells can be used with these also but it’s something to keep in mind when choosing the right bench for your home gym.
Folding Weight Bench
This type of weight bench is pretty much just like it sounds, it’s an adjustable weight bench that folds up when it’s not being used to save on space. These can fold completely flat and be kept in tight spaces like underneath a bed, in a closet or other places. These benches are also popular among personal trainers that do in home personal training as they can take the bench on the go with them really easily.
The best folding weight benches are great for those that don’t have a lot of space to workout at home or need a bench to take on the go with them but they are also very durable and well built. Many people choose to go with a folding weight bench for their home gym as it allows them to utilize their space even further.
Decline Abdominal Bench
These benches are also referred to as crunch benches and decline benches. These benches are fixed at a steep decline angle with the main purpose to allow you to perform crunches, the decline angle makes the crunches more challenging. Some of these benches will allow you to adjust how steep the angle is so they can also be used to perform decline bench presses but usually the angle is still too steep to be recommended for doing them.
Best Weight Bench For Home Use
The benches in this article are all designed for at home use, some are built to commercial/industrial standards though. If you happen to need a weight bench for use commercially you should check with the manufacturer before purchasing as using them commercially may void whatever warranty comes with them.
Choosing the best weight bench for your home gym is an important decision and it’s one that we feel we have made much easier. Below you will find in depth reviews of the top 5 best weight benches on the market today, with this information you can sit back and make an informed buying decision that will save you a lot of time and perhaps even a lot of money.
Best Weight Bench Review of 2017
5) Phoenix 99226 Power Pro Olympic Bench
If you’re looking for an olympic style bench then you can’t go wrong with the Pheonix 9926 Power Pro as it came in as the top olympic weight bench for 2015. It’s a versatile piece of equipment that will help you get the most out of any space you’ve got while allowing you to get an all around workout in. Whether or not this piece of equipment is right for you depends on what you are looking for in a weight bench and also your fitness level. The maximum weight recommended for the bench press is 300 lbs and the maximum weight on the lat pull down is about 150 lbs. For some this won’t be an issue but for others it could be a drawback. It’s also more of a barbell based home gym system but can also be used with dumbbells but it may require you to remove some pieces to do so effectively.
Features:
- Olympic style adjustable bench
- Attachments include squat rack, lat pulldown tower, leg extension, leg curl and preacher curl pad which enables you to do many different exercises in one space
- Made with a very durable and strong, heavy duty steel frame
- 1 year manufacturer’s warranty
- Weighs 138 pounds and the dimensions are 83” high, 88” long and 60” wide.
4) Powerblock Sport Bench (Best Folding Weight Bench)
The Powerblock Sport Bench got our nod as the best folding weight bench of 2017. This has actually been the best folding weight bench for a few years running now. It’s ideal for those that need a weight bench that can be stored in tight spaces when it’s not being used. It’s also a favorite of personal trainers who do house calls as you can fold it up and take it with you very easily in the trunk of even a small car. It’s quick and easy to fold up and fold out for use. It’s also sturdy and made of the highest quality materials.
Features
- Folds up flat for easy storage and has a handle for easy transport
- Can be adjusted to go completely flat and can go incline at 30, 45 and 60 degree angles
- Has a weight capacity of 550 lbs
- Bench dimensions are 50” long, 21” wide and 16” tall and weighs 57 lbs.
- Rear wheels make it easy to maneuver
3) CAP Barbell Deluxe Bench
The CAP Deluxe Adjustable Bench comes in at #3 in our review and is one of the best adjustable weight benches on the market today. It has 7 different angles it can be adjusted to and the seat can be adjusted to 3 positions as well. It’s also our lightest bench in the review as it weighs 42 lbs but this also limits it’s maximum weight that it can handle at around 500 lbs (this includes the weight of the person FYI). This is a solid bench and really the only things holding it back are it’s rather low maximum weight capacity and the fact it only comes with a 30 day warranty.
Features
- The bench goes flat and incline in 7 different positions and the seat has 3 different positions it can be adjusted to
- Includes an industry first feature of hooks allowing the use of resistance bands to be used easily
- Dimensions: 53”x27”x45” and weighs 42 lbs
- The maximum weight recommended for the bench is 500 lbs in the flat position and 400 lbs when in the inclined positions
- Has wheels and a handle for transporting the bench easily
2) Xmark Adjustable XM-7630
Our 2nd place choice as the best weight bench for home use is the XMark XM-7630 Adjustable bench. This bench is one of the most versatile benches out there and it’s about as durable as they come. This bench is good for home use and could even be used for commercial use as well so you know it’s made to get through a lot of workouts. It has 7 different angles it can be adjusted to (including decline) and it can handle up to 1,500 lbs which is the most of any bench in our review. It has wheels on the rear that make it easy to move around as well. If you’re looking for a bench that does it’s job well then you can’t go wrong with this one.
Features
- Bench can be adjusted to 7 different positions including decline (-20 deg angle), flat, incline (35 & 50 deg angle) and upright positions (65 & 85 deg angle).
- The seat can also be adjusted to 3 positions
- Bench dimensions are 52.5” x 22.5” x 50.5” and when the bench is flat it is 19.5” high
- The maximum recommended weight for the bench is 1,500 lb
- Constructed with 11 gauge 2”x3” steel and has a scratch resistant powder coat finish
1) Iron Master Heavy Duty Adjustable Bench (Best Adjustable Weight Bench)
Coming in as our best weight bench for home use is the Iron Master Adjustable Workout Bench. It’s our top choice as the best workout bench you can get for your home gym because it’s a well built bench that can handle up to 1,000 lbs but it’s also extremely versatile. It can be adjusted to 11 different angles but what sets it apart from the rest is the fact that with attachments (sold separately) it can be used for pull ups, dips, preacher curls, abdominal leg raises, leg extensions and leg curls. For all it’s versatility and high quality build it’s the best workout bench to build your home gym around.
Features
- Adjusts to 11 different angles, the angles are flat, 5 deg, 10 deg, 20 deg, 30 deg, 40 deg, 50 deg, 60 deg, 70 deg, 80 deg, and 85 deg
- With additional attachments it can be used for pull ups, dips, preacher curls, abdominal leg raises, leg extensions and leg curls. You can find those attachments here.
- Bench adjusts by a foot lever so no more having to bend over and mess with pulling and pushing pins
- The bench dimensions are 44” x 10.25” x 21” and weighs 60 lbs
- The maximum recommended weight for the bench is 1,000 lbs
- Made with 11 and 12 gauge steel and has a powder coat finish to prevent scratching and rust
Now that you know about the top weight bench, you should also check out our article that goes over the best home gyms of 2017!
