PowerBlock Elite EXP Dumbbells Stage 1

I've had these for a little while now and really like them. I had tried one of the cheaper options that you rotate to engage different plates and they felt a little gimmicky. I've read tons of reviews on PowerBlocks and everyone loves them. Yes, the balance is a little weird, and adding incremental weight to the handles is both inconvenient and messes with the balance even more, but I see the unbalanced aspect as just something to get used to - and once you've accepted it, you can also tell yourself that you're working more stabilizer micro muscles. They also kinda suck for wrist curls, but they can be done with these weights. I'm mostly bouncing between 25 and 35 pounds right now depending on the exercise and find it really easy to switch the weights. They also make pretty decent kettle bells by gripping the bottom two bars of the frame - I pretty much just use this for goblet squats. I will also use one of the bottom handlebars when doing single leg Romainian deadlifts - it seems to be easier to balance with the weight hanging down just a little bit. These really shine for shoulder presses and inclined dumb bell presses, and hanging onto while doing things like lunges, they start to feel a little bulky for bicep curls and tricep extensions. I love how solidly they sit on the floor too - I even use them for step-downs. Pretty comfortable for adding weight to glute bridges and adding weight to crunches too. Between these, a pull-up bar (these are great for rows but I prefer to do them dangling from a bar ;), and a hyper-extension bench I have a nice little home gym setup here.

Best adjustable dumbells. They really are great. Beats the screw type handles with separate plates. Very quick to change. And i like the flat bottoms/sides for resting them between sets or on your leg. They look cool and unique. They should last forever and are expandable. Using them as a compact home gym.

Initially, I preferred the adjustable dumbbell versions as the quick change feature appealed to me. Having looked a bit closer and considering the reviews of the twist-adjust options, I chose this particular product as it is simple, no hardware to come loose or fall apart and compact in design. Fine tuning the weight you want to work with is not as simple as twisting the grip, but it is relatively easy nonetheless. The weight selector forks could be a bit longer so that they fully engage the rod of the weight packs at the far end when fully inserted, but so far they've not posed a problem as designed. I'm good with my purchase and would recommend them for consideration. Having the option of adding to the pack for heavier loads is also a plus.

Very convenient for when you don’t have the time to go to the gym. It can’t help me with all my muscles, but the performance for what it was made to do is fantastic. The grips are comfortable. Weight adjustment is pretty easy. Storage is pretty easy as the shape is square.

I've had them for over a year now and they are great. High build quality and easy change of weight. With the internal weights you can set your dumbbells to many total weight configurations.

The PowerBlock Elite EXP Adjustable Dumbbells have been a really solid addition to my home gym overall. Big win for space and versatility. Being able to adjust weight quickly without needing a full rack of dumbbells is a huge advantage, especially for home setups. The build feels durable and well-made, and switching weights is fast once you get used to the system. Works great for most exercises. For things like rows, presses, curls, and general strength work, they do exactly what you’d expect and make it easy to progress weight without clutter. Slight downside with certain movements. The only real adjustment is with single-dumbbell exercises like overhead presses. The shape/design can feel a little different compared to traditional dumbbells, so there’s a small learning curve there. Best for: Home gyms with limited space People who want a wide range of weights without buying multiple sets General strength training and progressive overload Not ideal for: Those who prefer the feel of traditional round dumbbells Exercises that rely heavily on single-dumbbell balance or positioning Bottom line: If you want a compact, adjustable system that replaces an entire rack of dumbbells, these are a great investment. Just expect a short adjustment period for certain movements.

I’ve had these for two years and still haven’t gotten tired of them. They’re still holding up like the day I bought them. The pin system is great because there’s no chance of mechanical failure unlike a locking mechanism. The ability to go up to 90 lbs is very nice, it’s unfortunate you can’t go above 100 though. My favorite thing about these dumbbells is how balanced they feel. Having five bars connecting the weight evenly allows for perfect weight distribution, it’s hard to go back to regular dumbbells. I also love the rectangular shape of the weights, it allows for a better range of motion in exercises such as shoulder presses or bench presses. I can’t recommend these enough for a home gym

Build Quality & Durability: 8/10 They are made of metal and hard plastic. The welds are great, and the powder coating is all right. On one of mine, the 50-pound weight is scratched pretty badly, from who knows what. Functionality & Performance: 9/10 It is easy to change the weight in 10lb increments. One can change it in 5-pound or even 2/5-pound increments, but it takes more effort. Can they get heavy? Yes. Can they get light? Yes. Value for Money: 10/10. This is where they shine. I have two dumbbells ranging from 5 to 90 pounds in 10—or 5-pound increments. I bought the base set and the two extensions, all on sale, and have 569.21 invested in them. That's the cost of one of their pros series, which is 10-pound heavier. Design & Aesthetics: 8/10 They look all right. They are not like what one thinks of when one pictures dumbbells. The design, however, is genius, easy to use, and effective. One downside is the grip. I wish it was knurled metal, but that is a 100-dollar upgrade. User Experience: 8/10 I love these dumbbells and am glad I chose them over some competitors. I have never been afraid of them coming apart, and I have dropped them without showing any signs of failure. 43/50 overall, a good score.

Fáciles de usar, duras. Sencillas y efectivas. Lo de poder quitar las dos cargas de 1kg a la vez, o separadas, es buenísima idea. Las recomiendo para gente que entrena en serio en su gimnasio de casa

Very pleased. Quick adjustment during superset is what I like

Så nöjd! Fick den på 2.5 dag levererade av MEIJER. De svarade snabbt på mina frågor och supersnabb leverans. Konstruktionen är så genialiskt simpel att man förstår varför de (enligt kommentarer) aldrig går sönder. Går snabbt och enkelt att byta vikt. Bekväma att använda i alla möjliga övningar. Viktigt att veta att EXP betyder att man kan expandera / utöka vikten genom att köpa tilläggs vikter / plattor. Jag kommer köpa till steg 2 om några månader. Finns inget pris för högt för hälsa och träning!

Great product!

Had these since lockdown and they are still working great! They are well made. I would recommend.