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PowerBlock Elite Dumbbells
Last Updated: June 28, 2019 (Refresh Now)
8.5
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Build Quality
60weight, dumbbells, plates, dumbells, look
+83%
-17%
" ... I got the 70lb expansion and stand as well. ... "
" ... The design assures that you can move from one weight to the next and know that it is secure. ... "
" ... I wasn’t sure how these things would hold up, because parts of it are plastic, but the build seems well and I don’t see any future issues, well maybe one. ... Instead of spending 70$ on rack, I Brought a little rubber matfor 10$ and it keeps the weights from scratching the wood floor in my apartment. ... "
" ... These by far are superior, and easy to adjust the weight where others use a faulty lever mechanisms. ... "
" ... I wish the inside weights were easier to remove between sets, etc. ... "
" ... One is a slatted clamp that slides in between the weight layers. ... removing the 'handle' which is the center piece which has the hand grip ... replacing the grip and the 10 lb weight clamp. ... They MIGHT be more delicate than regular solid dumbbells. ... I write 'MIGHT' be more delicate as my weights haven't broke yet. ... I have made diligent efforts to PLACE my weights down and not DROP them on the ground, but that is all. ... Have I dropped them a few times, sure. ... It looks to be the paint coating on the weights, but I can't say for sure. ... I have been able to get into solid shape using just these, a weight bench, and a pull up bar! ... "
" ... After looking through many types of weights and adjustable weights i came across 2 companies that made great adjustable weight sets, The Bow Flex 1090 and the Power Block Elite, at first i was aiming for the bow flex but after long consideration and many reviews and ratings i found that the bow flex wasn't for me since there where many issues with the bow flex. ... *They look pretty sturdy and seem to hold 90 pounds without any issues when lifting them. ... *The weight lock insert pin is made of plastic and although it seems to be made of high quality plastic and is also very flexible, the durability is in question and wonder when it might break which could cause any weights to fall off and probably land on you or your feet or anyone else in that manner. ... Durability can be in question here. ... * Although this seem to be held in place pretty well and they seem rather durable, not all power blocks are made equality, care has to be taken when lifting them as durability when dropped and or thrown can damage them costing you a 500$ or more paper weight. ... "
" ... They are built solid and look like they'll stand up to heavy use." ... "
Comfort
43dumbbells, weight, exercises, dumbbell, powerblock
+86%
-14%
" ... turns out, you have to exercise to get those arms. ... It's compact, quick to change weight, and big enough for my (seriously) giant hands to fit in. ... "
" ... They work very well and you can change weights quickly. ... "
" ... They feel surprisingly natural to use for normal dumbbell exercises despite their seemingly awkward shape. ... The only thing that could be improved to me is that while it's easy to swap weight in 10-pound increments between sets, it's much less convenient to add or remove the 2.5-pound adder weights since this involves removing the handle and unlocking the adder compartments. ... "
" ... i love how you can chanage the weight easily and how the block feels in your hands when lifting with it. ... "
" ... Althought the bow flex are definitely a great adjustable weight set of 90 pounds, they are not only a pain to change weight sizes but are also longer in lenght since the weights themselves are an attachment to the already long bar thats attached to the grip which makes them not idea for areas with small space or areas to store them. ... This was a huge plus which allowed me to hold the weights better and work even harder. ... "
" ... Easy to use very durable and great feel, definitely takes a little getting used to at first but you'll fall in love with them real quick. ... "
" ... I used these weights on a near daily basis for the last three years and they show no negative signs of wear. ... "
" ... Much more convenient than adjustable dumbbells. ... "
Storage
40weights, dumbbells, set of dumbbells, weight, room
+98%
-3%
" ... i have limited space for my workout equipment so they're perfect and that respect, and once you use them a few times you can change weights faster than you could go pick up a different set of dumbbells off a rack. ... "
" ... Can't really see any reason to choose individual dumbbells over these - for the price and for the space savings. ... "
" ... They are compact enough to store anywhere. ... "
" ... The 4.5 star score is based off of needing a variety of dumbbells, but not having the space or money to buy them all! ... This holds the selected weights to the handle. ... "
" ... Great dumbbells for restricted spaces and cost efficient versus buying an arrangement of dumbbells. ... Doesn't take up much space, very compact, and the expandability of the dumbbells allow me to grow as my lifts go up. ... Overall I highly recommend these dumbbells, only reason to get traditional dumbbells, is if you have money and space for it. ... "
" ... These save space and time when it comes to working out. ... "
" ... I chose these over the Bowflex weights because they are more compact, don't need a tray, and can be expanded to 70 or even 90 lbs. ... "
" ... I definitely like the length of them and they are not as long/bulky as the Bowflex ones I saw in a sporting goods store. ... "
For Running
33workouts, workout, weights, dumbells, membership
+100%
" ... This is the most useful gym equipment I've had in a long time. ... "
" ... Maybe the best purchase I've made for my home gym. ... "
" ... Great addition to my home gym. ... "
" ... For a home gym, powerblock is the only way to go. ... "
" ... One of my favorite pieces of my gym equipment for sure. ... "
" ... These are a great time saver to maintain the intesity of the workout. ... "
" ... I have a home gym and wanted a set of adjustable dumbells to avoid clutter and these were perfect. ... "
" ... SO much more convenient than going to the gym. ... "
Size
31dumbbells, space, weights, little space, travel
+97%
-3%
" ... More money for more weight. ... "
" ... Total package in a small size. ... "
" ... Much more convenient than adjustable dumbbells. ... "
" ... It's a weight, waddaya want? ... "
" ... Occupies minimal space ... "
" ... Compact and exactly what we needed for our travel in an RV. ... "
" ... This is great dumbells in a more compact package. ... "
" ... It's compact, quick to change weight, and big enough for my (seriously) giant hands to fit in. ... "
Ease of Use
29weight, weights, quick, increments, change
+100%
" ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... easy to use and setup ... "
" ... Excellent and easy ... "
" ... This is in 10 lb increments and is super fast and easy. ... "
" ... It’s very easy to switch between weight settings, only takes a few seconds. ... "
" ... They work well, are easy and fairly quick to change the weight settings. ... "
" ... Easy to use (even my 4 year has it figured out) ... "
" ... Well made and easy to use! ... "
Fit
29weight, dumbbells, plates, lifting, powerblock
+48%
-52%
" ... The locking mechanism was bent and therefore made it totally useless. ... "
" ... They arrived no issues and have been working as intended, but I am frustrated with the fit when lifting the weights out/putting them back into one another. ... It's almost as if the fit is too snug. ... "
" ... These remove by taking the handle out of the weight cradle without any weight attached/clipped in, moving the lever to open, then tipping it towards the lever side so that the weight cylinders come out. ... "
" ... My only frequent issue is the excess friction when sliding in/out of this extension. ... "
" ... I tried everything, tapping, sliding one are at at time, even hitting with a mallet, and nothing worked. ... I disassembled everything and wiped down all surfaces and the locking grooves with lubricant and was finally able to get the retaining brackets to slide into the 60 and 70lb weights. ... "
" ... When I try to put the 50lb set inside of the 20lb expansion, it doesn't fit correctly. ... "
" ... Incredibly dangerous, I have to force plate down manually when lifting it from the stand. ... "
" ... These don't fit a lot of power blocks. ... "
Weight
28weights, dumbbells, lbs, increments, feature
+82%
-18%
" ... It is easy to change the weight and the 50 lbs should last me a lifetime. ... It was more cost effective than to keep purchasing heavier and heavier dumbbells. ... "
" ... One is a slatted clamp that slides in between the weight layers. ... "
" ... Changing weight isn't that difficult. ... "
" ... easy to use and tons of weight options ... "
" ... You can also purchase more weight to add on to them. ... "
" ... More money for more weight. ... "
" ... This weight set is exactly what I wanted! ... "
" ... What little extra time it takes to set up the selected weight I have gained in not moving around my pile of dumbbells. ... I also enjoy having my hands inside the weight. ... "
Product Reliability
26years ago, week, defective, ago, 20 years
+85%
-15%
" ... It will last. ... "
" ... They are well made, and seem as if they will last a life time. ... "
" ... I have been using these regularly (4-5x/week) for the past few months and I couldn't be happier. ... "
" ... I have owned this dumbbell set for well over three years. ... "
" ... I have had these for a few months and I love them. ... "
" ... Otherwise, they seem well made and I expect these to last for many years. ... "
" ... I have been using them in my workouts for at least 2 months now and I am very happy with them. ... "
" ... Turns out to be not an issue whatsoever. ... "
Price
16worth, powerblocks, pound, lbs, worth the money
+81%
-19%
" ... Then I moved around and sold it for still 2/3 the original price (same price almost 25 years ago!). ... "
" ... You are looking to buy a range of dumbbells from 5 lbs to around 50 - 70 -90 lbs. ... "
" ... They are worth the investment. ... "
" ... I love these so much, worth every dollar ... "
" ... A set of 5-50 pound rogue dumbells at retail costs around $600-700. ... A set of Elite Powerblocks from 5-50 costs $300 ... If you want to expand beyond 50 pounds, the cost of dumbells gets really expensive. ... A 55-100 pound set of rogue dumbells costs you $1860 retail. ... To upgrade the Powerblocks to 90 lbs, it will cost an additional $260. ... While a complete set of dumbells is unmatched, I do not want to spend thousands of dollars for a complete set up to 80-100 lbs, nor do I have the space for that at home. ... "
" ... Worth every penny! ... "
" ... it is an investment but well worth it. ... "
" ... But you are saving a ton of money if you were to buy two of every individual weight that this can adjust to. ... "
Marketplace
14order, described, advertised, works, work
+86%
-14%
" ... EDIT: After almost a month I was able to receive a shipment of both dumbbells. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Works as expected and exactly how the seller describes. ... "
" ... I talked to Amazon asking that they send me a replacement. ... only one shows up on my doorstep again. ... She also gave me a promo for the next time I ordered on Amazon. ... "
" ... Order well in advance! ... "
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... These work as advertised. ... "
" ... Also made in the USA, not china 😂 ... "
Weight Tracking
11weights, increments, dumbbells, workout, pounds
+91%
-9%
" ... *The elites only have a max weight adjustment of 90 pounds so if you plan on lifting heavier weights, you will need to invest in more weights that hold 100 pounds or more. ... "
" ... I have owned the Weider, Bow Flex and Nordictrack Select-a-Weight dumbbells. ... "
" ... The ability to switch quickly between different weight amounts is the greatest feature. ... However, now I can usually change weight and get back to the exercise in less than 3 seconds which is perfect for certain workouts. ... "
" ... I do question the weight being matched exactly per a previous review saying it is about 2lbs lighter when he weighs on his scale. ... "
" ... I've only used them for one workout so far, but that workout was so much more intense since I could easily change the weight up or down for each exercise. ... "
" ... Very easy to go between each weight. ... "
" ... These add on weights are pretty straightforward and just as good as the other weight increments. ... "
" ... Looking for a workout routine - try Body Beast which is a full body workout with dumbells. ... "
Design
8look, looks like, looks, weights, powerblock
+100%
" ... they may look a little funky but you wont be disappointed. ... "
" ... The mechanism behind these is simple and elegant. ... "
" ... The design assures that you can move from one weight to the next and know that it is secure. ... "
" ... They are build solid and look nice. ... "
" ... I was a little skeptical of the design and the handle, but I really like the handle. ... Of course a nice complete set of dumbbells is the gold standard. ... "
" ... The look and feel are pretty much the same and it’s nice to have the quick adjustable inside metal weights. ... "
" ... and still looks like new after constant use. ... "
Capacity
6living room, floor, dumbbells, workout, weight
+100%
" ... Great addition to our home gym. ... "
" ... Best part is that this blocks didn't require alot of space to store them or keep them in a small area. ... "
" ... It's like having a gym in my living room. ... "
" ... I ended up needing to keep them on my living room floor in the corner but they look very neat/tidy/unobtrusive, are largely black and just sort of blend in. ... So I don’t think you would have to have a stand if you could either manipulate the entire weight easily or had more room to say please pick them up with good form off the ground. ... "
" ... This allows me to change the wight much faster while still taking up very little room. ... "
" ... My whole family workout. ... "
Delivery
6one dumbbell, received, opened, delivery, arrived on time
+50%
-50%
" ... Only received one dumbbell. ... "
" ... I only received one powerblock. ... "
" ... this is advertised as a set of dumbells and only one arrived. ... "
Device Stand
5get, buy the stand, also
+100%
" ... The stand is awesome. ... "
" ... I probably will order a stand. ... "
" ... Hopefully they will stand the test of time. ... "
" ... I also decided to buy the stand too. ... "
" ... We got the whole set and the stand. ... "
Product As Described
5advertised, works, work, see, pics
+100%
" ... Works as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as described. ... "
" ... Attached is a pic. ... "
" ... These work as advertised. ... "
Features
4ability, weight, lock, features
+100%
" ... way better than my old spin lock dumbbells. ... "
" ... The ability to switch quickly between different weight amounts is the greatest feature. ... "
" ... The ability to add onto them with expansion kits it also a genius feature. ... "
" ... I could write this long review about all their amazing features, but frankly I don't need to. ... "
Setup
3exercises, easy to use, 5
+100%
" ... I'll be buying the expansion kits soon once I get the rest of my home gym setup! ... "
" ... Not going to lie, some exercises are still difficult to perform due to the shape and setup of these weights, but I'm talking around 5% of exercises. ... "
" ... easy to use and setup ... "
For Kids
3uses, old, loves
+100%
" ... I've been lifting for 20+ years & now introducing my 13 yr old son. ... "
" ... We bought these for our son, who is taking a course to become a personal trainer. ... "
" ... He LOVES them and uses them daily. ... "
Controls
3easier, adjust
+67%
-33%
" ... for the $$, I’d prefer something that’s easier to adjust, you gotta figure out the math quick and in between certain moves the switch can be timely and that’s not a good thing with working out . ... "
" ... Easy to do front Raises, French Press, Bench pullovers, etc. ... "
Power Consumption
3blocks, even, weight, love, block
+100%
" ... *Working out with the Power Blocks is great with weight distribution as each adjuatment is always even. ... "
" ... I love the power block series. ... "
" ... Years of this routine has made me appreciate my power blocks even more. ... "
Overall performance
3job, get, best
+100%
" ... No frills and get the job done. ... "
" ... By far the best purchase for my performance center. ... "
Returns
3send, replacement, amazon, sent, order
+33%
-67%
" ... Contacted Amazon, who replaced the order almost three times! ... "
" ... I'm about to return the product for the second time. ... "
Defective Delivery
3received, opened, damaged, bent, arrived
+33%
-67%
" ... These arrived bent/defective . ... "
" ... I received mine and one of them was defective as soon as I opened it. ... "
Cleaning
3well, weights, care
+67%
-33%
" ... I bought Used but very clean .well ... "
" ... It did come with one piece of paper which was a "Care and Maintenance" sheet but it was more of how to clean/care for them. ... "
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