Bowflex
Mid-range Bowflex
Bowflex SelectTech 1090 (Single)
Bowflex's heavy dial dumbbell: a single bell adjusting from 10 to 90 lb, built for serious pressers who outgrew the 552.
- Max per hand:
- 90 lb
$429 MSRP 4.4
Adjustable Dumbbells
Adjustable dumbbells are the single biggest space-saver in home strength training: one pair stands in for a whole rack of fixed bells. The differences that matter are how the weight changes (a quick dial vs. a selector pin vs. swapping plates), how wide and how heavy the range goes, and how solid the unit feels at the top end. Filter by adjustment type for the speed you want, by max weight so you don’t outgrow it, and by whether a stand is included.
Bowflex
Mid-range Bowflex
Bowflex SelectTech 552 (Pair)
The dial dumbbell that defined the category: 5 to 52.5 lb per hand in seconds, replacing fifteen pairs of fixed weights in a single footprint.
- Max per hand:
- 52.5 lb
$429 MSRP 4.6
Ironmaster
Premium Ironmaster
Ironmaster Quick-Lock 120 lb (Pair)
The heavyweight Ironmaster set: 5 to 120 lb per hand of plate-loaded steel, built to outlast a lifetime of garage-gym pressing.
- Max per hand:
- 120 lb
$949 MSRP 4.6
Ironmaster
Budget Ironmaster
Ironmaster Quick-Lock 45 lb (Single)
Entry single from Ironmaster: plate-loaded steel handle adjusting 5 to 45 lb, with the same rattle-free lock and expandability.
- Max per hand:
- 45 lb
$199 MSRP 4.4
Ironmaster
Premium Ironmaster
Ironmaster Quick-Lock 75 lb (Pair)
Bombproof plate-loaded adjustable: solid steel plates lock with a quick-screw rod for a tight, rattle-free, droppable dumbbell.
- Max per hand:
- 75 lb
$679 MSRP 4.7
Nuobell
Mid-range Nuobell
Nuobell 550 Adjustable Dumbbell 50 lb (Pair)
The lighter, more affordable Nuobell: same twist-handle elegance and steel build, capped at a more apartment-friendly 50 lb per hand.
- Max per hand:
- 50 lb
$595 MSRP 4.6
Nuobell
Premium Nuobell
Nuobell 580 Adjustable Dumbbell 80 lb (Pair)
Premium twist-handle dumbbell that looks and balances like a real iron bell, adjusting 5 to 80 lb per hand by rotating the grip.
- Max per hand:
- 80 lb
$749 MSRP 4.7
Nuobell
Budget Nuobell
Nuobell Classic 550 Adjustable Dumbbell 50 lb (Single)
Single-bell Nuobell Classic: twist-handle adjustment from 5 to 50 lb in a compact all-metal package, sold individually.
- Max per hand:
- 50 lb
$295 MSRP 4.5
PowerBlock
Mid-range PowerBlock
PowerBlock Elite EXP 50 (Pair)
The expandable workhorse: 5 to 50 lb per hand out of the box, upgradeable to 90 lb with stage kits, using fast selector-pin changes.
- Max per hand:
- 50 lb
$369 MSRP 4.6
PowerBlock
Mid-range PowerBlock
PowerBlock Elite EXP 70 Stage 2 (Pair)
Elite EXP base plus the Stage 2 kit: 5 to 70 lb per hand of selector-pin nesting blocks for stronger home pressers.
- Max per hand:
- 70 lb
$519 MSRP 4.5
PowerBlock
Mid-range PowerBlock
PowerBlock Pro EXP Stage 3 90 (Pair)
Fully loaded PowerBlock Pro: 5 to 90 lb per hand in one nesting block, replacing a full dumbbell rack for heavy home training.
- Max per hand:
- 90 lb
$649 MSRP 4.5
PowerBlock
Budget PowerBlock
PowerBlock Sport 24 (Pair)
PowerBlock's compact entry set: a selector-pin block adjusting 3 to 24 lb per hand, ideal for beginners and light home circuits.
- Max per hand:
- 24 lb
$169 MSRP 4.2
Rep Fitness
Mid-range Rep Fitness
Rep Fitness QuickDraw 40 (Pair)
Lighter QuickDraw pair: cradle-lever selection from 7.5 to 40 lb per hand, a tidy choice for conditioning and accessory work.
- Max per hand:
- 40 lb
$399 MSRP 4.3
Rep Fitness
Mid-range Rep Fitness
Rep Fitness QuickDraw 60 (Pair)
Rep's clever adjustable: weight set with the bell still in the cradle via a sliding lever, reaching 10 to 60 lb per hand.
- Max per hand:
- 60 lb
$549 MSRP 4.5
Rep Fitness
Mid-range Rep Fitness
Rep Fitness QuickDraw 80 (Single)
Heavy single-bell version of Rep's QuickDraw: cradle-lever selection from 10 to 80 lb for strong home pressers.
- Max per hand:
- 80 lb
$379 MSRP 4.4
Rogue Fitness
Mid-range Rogue Fitness
Rogue Adjustable Dumbbell 50 (Pair)
Rogue's take on the adjustable dumbbell: a knurled steel handle and dial selection from 5 to 50 lb, finished to the brand's usual standard.
- Max per hand:
- 50 lb
$645 MSRP 4.5
Rogue Fitness
Mid-range Rogue Fitness
Rogue Adjustable Dumbbell 90 (Single)
Rogue's heavy dial single: one bell adjusting 10 to 90 lb, pairing the brand's build standard with a serious top-end weight.
- Max per hand:
- 90 lb
$425 MSRP 4.4
Titan Fitness
Budget Titan Fitness
Titan Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell 50 (Single)
Budget-friendly Titan dial dumbbell: a single bell adjusting 5 to 50 lb, delivering the convenience format at a low entry price.
- Max per hand:
- 50 lb
$169 MSRP 4.0
Titan Fitness
Budget Titan Fitness
Titan Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell 71 (Single)
Titan's heavier dial dumbbell: one bell spanning roughly 6 to 71 lb, offering rare high-end weight at a budget price.
- Max per hand:
- 71 lb
$229 MSRP 4.1
Titan Fitness
Budget Titan Fitness
Titan Fitness Loadable Adjustable Dumbbell 65 (Pair)
Budget plate-loaded pair from Titan: short loadable handles that take standard plates to roughly 65 lb per hand, no shell to rattle.
- Max per hand:
- 65 lb
$259 MSRP 3.9
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Buying guides
Adjustable Dumbbells — frequently asked questions
- Are adjustable dumbbells worth it?
- For most home gyms, yes — one pair replaces an entire rack of fixed dumbbells and saves both money and floor space. The trade-offs are that they're bulkier and longer than a fixed dumbbell at the same weight, the adjustment mechanism can fail or rattle over years of use, and dropping them can damage the internals. If you train in a small space and don't slam your weights, they're one of the best-value purchases you can make.
- Dial, selector pin, or plate-loaded — what's the difference?
- Dial systems change weight by turning a knob and are the fastest to adjust, ideal for drop sets. Selector-pin designs are similar in speed and feel. Plate-loaded adjustable dumbbells use a collar and loose plates, which is cheaper and more durable but slower to change between sets. Pick dial or selector for convenience, plate-loaded for ruggedness and lower cost.
- What weight range should I get so I don't outgrow them?
- A common range is 5 to 50 lb per dumbbell, which covers most beginners and intermediate lifters across pressing and accessory work. If you're already strong or expect to progress on rows and presses, look at sets that go to 70 or 90 lb so you don't cap out. Also check the increment size — some only jump in 5 lb steps, which can be too coarse for small muscle groups.
- How durable are adjustable dumbbells if I drop them?
- Most adjustable dumbbells are not built to be dropped, and impacts can crack the plate-holding mechanism or bend the selector. They're best for controlled training rather than CrossFit-style workouts where you let weights fall. If you anticipate dropping them, a plate-loaded design or a model with a protective tray is more forgiving than a dial system.