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Best Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Dumbbells | Are These Worth It in 2025?
Posted on 10/23/25 at 12:14 am
Posted on 10/23/25 at 12:14 am
I researched the bowflex selecttech adjustable dumbbells over the past few days because I am planning to set up a small home gym and want something compact and versatile for strength training. I went through reviews on Men’s Health, Wirecutter, and T3, and these two models seem to be the most recommended ones:
Adjustable Dumbbells Set of 2
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CAP Barbell Rubber Coated Dumbbell Weight Set
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Both have great feedback for convenience and design, but I am a bit confused about which one would suit me better. I mainly do general strength workouts, some HIIT sessions, and occasional heavy lifting.If anyone here has used either of these models, I’d really appreciate your advice. Are the bowflex selecttech adjustable dumbbells still worth buying in 2025? Or are there any better alternatives you’d recommend for a home gym setup?Thanks in advance!
Adjustable Dumbbells Set of 2
LINK
CAP Barbell Rubber Coated Dumbbell Weight Set
LINK
Both have great feedback for convenience and design, but I am a bit confused about which one would suit me better. I mainly do general strength workouts, some HIIT sessions, and occasional heavy lifting.If anyone here has used either of these models, I’d really appreciate your advice. Are the bowflex selecttech adjustable dumbbells still worth buying in 2025? Or are there any better alternatives you’d recommend for a home gym setup?Thanks in advance!
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Posted on 10/23/25 at 2:03 am to dhoni4455
I’ve had the select techs and the powerblocks. Power blocks broke and felt awkward. Selecttechs have never had a problem. Had them since 2006.
Posted on 10/23/25 at 4:12 am to dhoni4455
SelectTechs are superior to powerblocks or other alternatives that I'm aware of, for sure. While I prefer separate fixed rubber cap dumbbells, the expense is off the charts, plus the space requirements, etc.
I used SelectTechs for several years for P90X. You cannot drop them and my set had a little quirk with some settings, but I would still give them a solid B+ for P90X and your intended purpose.
I used SelectTechs for several years for P90X. You cannot drop them and my set had a little quirk with some settings, but I would still give them a solid B+ for P90X and your intended purpose.
Posted on 10/23/25 at 8:18 am to dhoni4455
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CAP Barbell Rubber Coated Dumbbell Weight Set
Only goes up to 25 lbs. That is pretty limiting.
I went with the Nordictrack selectable dumbbells last year, and they are excellent.
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If cost is an issue, you can wait a few weeks until black friday and likely get a good deal.
This post was edited on 10/23/25 at 8:23 am
Posted on 10/23/25 at 9:19 am to dhoni4455
Pretty sure this is a bot post, but Core Fitness are better than the ones listed.
Posted on 10/24/25 at 9:29 am to dhoni4455
check out the Rep Fitness quick adjust dumbbells. A bit more expensive than the bowflex but way better in my opinion having owned both.
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