PowerBlock Elite 90 Adjustable 5 to 90-Pounds Dumbbell Review

The PowerBlock Elite dumbbells are adjustable dumbbells spanning a range of weights from 5-90 lbs for each dumbbell. The set makes it easy to adopt a healthy lifestyle while not burning a hole in your pocket to buy 28 separate pairs of dumbbells. Indeed, with weight increments of 5 lbs each, the PowerBlock Elite set replaces the same number of dumbbells, or 2565 lbs worth of weight plates, making them an extremely cost effective workout option!

Measuring 16 x 6 x 6 inches (length x height x width), the PowerBlocks promise a more balanced workout than regular dumbbells. The compact design of the color-coded weight plates means they occupy minimal space, and weights are easy and quick to change thanks to the simple selector pin system. The system works like a gym's weight stack, where the handle fits into the first weight, which fits into the subsequent weights. Nothing could be easier than selecting the desired weight by slotting the pin into the corresponding slot to lift the related weights.

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Good Size for Storage and Cost Effective

A major feature of these dumbbells is their size. More than one review commented on how easy they were to store, especially for people living in residences where space is relatively limited. For them, it was a boon to be able to store the set in something as small as a closet.

The price of the dumbbell set seems high, but users found that it was a more than worthwhile sum to pay when they found that they could vary their workouts between simple toning exercises or strenuous ones designed to build strength. The dumbbell set was not only an economically viable, easily stored purchase for more than one review writer. Contrary to the perception that a maximum weight of 90 lbs per dumbbell was excessive, it actually provided a reasonable challenge to exercise enthusiasts looking to move their weight training to the next level.

Comfortable Grips and Durable Construction

One common complaint about dumbbells is that the handles are too hard, and working out with them for long durations can be uncomfortable if the exerciser doesn’t use gloves. The PowerBlocks, on the other hand, were highly praised for their padded handles. Users found them so comfortable and working out without gloves was not a problem, which made workouts much more enjoyable.

The dumbbells also lived up to the manufacturer's promise of being easy and quick to change, with many users reporting that it was extremely simple to remove the selector pins to set the desired weight plate and change resistance levels. The dumbbells are also very durable, as one user reported that not a single part had rusted even after 10 years of constant use; the finish and grips looked as good as new as well.

Discourages Casual Handling, Can Be Costly

These dumbbells are not resistant to the impact of being dropped, so they require more care than the casual treatment of regular dumbbells. Some users found it slightly troublesome to exercise more control when using the PowerBlocks as a result.

The somewhat enclosed design of the dumbbells also had some users fearing that their hands would become trapped and injured should the dumbbells be dropped while larger weights were in use. The price of the PowerBlock dumbbells could also be off-putting, as the majority of casual users might be unable to see the long-term benefit of combining 28 pairs of dumbbells into one.