In addition to being able to replace up to 10 single weight dumbbells, the Weider dumbbells, which measure 13 x 4 x 7 inches (length x height x width), can be stored practically anywhere by virtue of their size and handy storage tray. For additional convenience, the storage tray also features a color-coded weight guide for easy reference when changing weights. The Weider PowerSwitch dumbbell handles also come with a cushioned grip with the user's comfort in mind.

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Easily Changed Weight Plates, Comfortable Grips

Users were enthusiastic over how easy it proved to switch between different weight plates. The well-designed dumbbells ensured that the operation only took a few seconds to be completed, and the dumbbells themselves felt balanced during use.

The cushioned grips did exactly what the manufacturers promised they would do – eliminate the discomfort people have come to expect from uncomfortable rectangular handle designs. The high-density rubber padding meant that extended workouts would not pose any trouble to the user. Furthermore, the dumbbells are extremely durable, and can last for many years.

Affordable and Convenient

One attractive aspect of the Weider dumbbells was its price. Users experienced in the use of adjustable dumbbells deemed this set to be the most affordable and economically advisable choice for a beginner-level adjustable dumbbell. They also felt that it was suitable for people who wanted to build up muscle tone without adding bulk or getting involved in tiring workouts.

More than one user review reported that the Weider dumbbells made it extremely convenient to work out at home while also providing easy storage options. Even better, the accompanying storage tray made of hard plastic, for extra sturdiness and durability, minimizes clutter and ensures that the dumbbells don't roll around or damage wooden floors when not in use. They also found the color-coded tray helpful reference when they needed to change weights.

Doesn't Help To Build Bulk

Some users who bought this dumbbell set reported disappointed review when they were unable to increase muscle size. As such, this dumbbell set isn't the best choice for users who want to bulk up and build muscle mass. Rather, it would cater perfectly to those who want to increase muscle tone.

Due to their compact size, the Stamina Versa-Bell dumbbells promise to provide you with a space saving solution as well. The adjustable weights included enables the dumbbell set to replace up to nine dumbbell sets, making it an economical means of obtaining an all-round workout. The dial mechanism changes weights in the span of mere seconds, and an easily visible window displays the current weight. The painted steel weight plates (eight per handle) are resistant to rust, and a heavy-duty durable nylon tray accompanies the set for quick storage.

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More Precise Weight Adjustment Provided

Users were enthusiastic about the sturdy and compact design of the dumbbells. Although they found their size similar to that of a 25 lbs dumbbell, the amount of variation that the adjustable set provided offset the initial price and far outweighed the price a person would pay to obtain the same number of standard, non-adjustable dumbbells. Additionally, the Stamina Versa-Bell dumbbells have a more reasonable price compared to other dumbbell sets with similar specifications.

Many a review was appreciative of the dial mechanism for weight changing. They felt that a twist knob option was much easier to use than a selector pin system. The time taken to change weights also came in for praise, as it took only a few seconds to switch the dumbbells up from 5 lbs to 15 lbs.

Easy To Read Display

The 2.5 lbs increments did not only provide a greater level of precision and control over a workout, more than one review that felt that the display window was a much simpler method of determining the weight on hand. This was compared to adjustable dumbbell sets that came with color-coded weight plates, which meant the user spent more time ascertaining the corresponding weight colors before making sure he or she had selected the correct weight.

In addition to the overall user-friendly design, many people found the textured handle comfortable to grip. A definite plus point for a number of users was how convenient it was to store the dumbbell set. Their accessibility and size also made working out greatly convenient, and not a tiresome chore.

Weights Can Be "Sticky"

There were a few review comments who felt that the weight plates had a tendency to stick to the bar from time to time. The plates could be dislodged or secured properly by shaking or rattling the handle, which can prove to be an inconvenience if it takes place often enough. Others felt that dumbbell balance could be an issue due to the dial mechanism that selects the weights.

Cost effective and efficient strength training is no longer a pipe dream with this dumbbell set, which allows users to use a range of seven weights spanning 3-24 lbs. A selector pin, just like the sort used with a gym's weight stack, makes it easy to adjust the weights in 3 lbs increments. Each dumbbell measures 10.5 x 5 x 5 inches (length x width x height) and is capable of replacing the need to buy up to 16 individual weights.

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Design Ensures Stability

An overwhelming plus feature of these dumbbells is how easily they can be stored. For one thing, the dumbbells are smaller compared to standard dumbbells, and a review noted that their square shape makes storage easy and ensures they don't roll away when they're set down during workout intervals.

Another aspect of the PowerBlock SportBlock set that appeals to consumers is its relatively narrow handles. Users with smaller hands, most of them women, were pleasantly surprised to find that the dumbbells provided a perfect grip without detracting from the normal range of motion. This feature was something that garnered much appreciation because dumbbells with weight plates exceeding 20 lbs are often much larger. These often have cumbersome grips that can be uncomfortable for those with small hands to use. The padded grips made workouts more comfortable as well.

Simple Weight Selection System Eliminates Guesswork

The simple selector pin system also came in for much praise. The pin only has to be slotted into the pinhole of the desired weight, cutting down vastly on time spent changing weights between reps. Users also thought the color-coded weight plates were very helpful, as they enabled the exerciser to determine which weight was being used with just a brief glance.

Difficult To Change Weights on Soft Surfaces

There was a review or two where the user found it difficult to change the weight plates when the dumbbells were placed on a carpet or uneven surface. The suggestion is that PowerBlock might want to consider designing a set of dumbbells whose weight plates can be adjusted on a variety of surfaces. Another user felt that the selector pin system was not sufficiently secure, given how the weight plates tended to rattle around when in use.

Measuring 12 x 6 x 6 inches (length x width x height) each, it's incredibly easy to change weight on the PowerBlock dumbbells. A simple selector pin system lets the user change weight as easily as you would with a weight stack in a gym. The dumbbells also come with padded handles for added wrist protection. Their compact sizes make the dumbbells a space-saving option compared to standard dumbbells.

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Cost Effective Purchase

The initial price of the PowerBlock dumbbells may cause some to balk, but, as any favorable review will attest, it is actually much cheaper than buying several, separate sets of dumbbells. Users also found the price of the PowerBlocks reasonable especially when compared to individual dumbbells that encompass an identical weight range.

Users also appreciated the space saving storage of the dumbbells, which took up no more than a square foot of space altogether when not in use. As promised by the manufacturer, the cushioned handles were indeed comfortable to use, and provided an additional incentive to work out consistently.

Virtually Damage-Proof Selector Pin System

More than one review felt that the selector pin was an easy and simple system for changing the weight plates. Unlike dial-adjusted dumbbells, the PowerBlocks' simple system ensured that users would never have to worry about damaging an intricate locking mechanism by dropping the dumbbells.

A unique feature of the PowerBlock dumbbells is the color-coded weight plates. Not only did they make it easier for users to determine what weight they were lifting with a quick glance, weight plate lengths decrease in direct proportion to the amount of weight lifted. That meant that users lifting a lighter weight also lifted shorter dumbbells, which allowed a much wider range of motion. Users were also happy to report that the simple design and sturdy materials allowed the dumbbell set to last for more than a decade with hardly any signs of wear and tear.

Dumbbells' Length Can Limit Motion

There was a review or two that felt that the length of the dumbbells limited movement somewhat. Exercises like upright rows could not be performed perfectly due to the dumbbells' length, and their size might prove to be an impediment to those with smaller frames. Users who found the shape of the dumbbells unusual also expressed similar sentiments, while other users were slightly annoyed with the noise made by the PowerBlocks when in use.

Not only does the Powerblock Classic set save you from having to purchase 18 individual weights, the manufacturers also promise a more compact and balanced set of dumbbells, which makes for easier storage and safer workouts. The handles are also padded to protect those with weak wrists. With these dumbbells, which measure 12 x 6 x 6 inches (length x width x height), any health enthusiast can easily choose to have a simple toning workout or a tougher one that builds strength.

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Cost Effective Price Combined With Solid Construction

One of the best things about these dumbbells is how little space they take up. This makes the set a major asset for any beginner's home gym, and more than one review was pleased at how they don't get in the way at all. There was also the appeal of receiving the equivalent of 18 weights at a much lower price than one would pay for 18 actual weight plates.

Another appealing aspect of these adjustable dumbbells was how solid they felt compared to adjustable dumbbells from other manufacturers. Users were also appreciative of how the Powerblock adjustable dumbbells can be upgraded for use a heavier handle for a greater challenge, as well as to be used with a barbell.

Comfortable Padded Grip and Color Coded Weights

The decision to add a padded handle paid out for the Powerblock manufacturer, as exercise enthusiasts couldn't get over how it made the dumbbells much more comfortable to use as a result. Changing the weight plates with the selector pin didn't pose a challenge for anyone and could be accomplished in a very short time. The benefit of this feature was that it facilitated the undertaking of workout routines that only allowed short intervals of rest.

Not only is the weight plate changing process a simple one-step procedure, the weight plates themselves are color-coded to ensure the user knows how much he or she is lifting with a quick glance. As one review found, the Powerblocks are also built to last as they withstood years of use with the grip remaining comfortable and the weights being as stable at the day they came out of the box.

Rattling Weights May Be Unnerving

Some users felt apprehensive about using the Powerblocks due to the rattling that the weight plates made during certain exercises. While the dumbbells' solid construction was evident, routines like shoulder presses made exercisers slightly fearful when the weight plates clanked together overhead.

There were also some concerns about the selector pin, which could be inserted unevenly if the user was careless, and result in a half-secured weight plate that would eventually detach and cause injury or damage.

Not only is the Ironmaster a compact piece of efficient exercise equipment, the Quick-Lock design ensures that the exerciser will only need mere seconds to adjust the dumbbells in 2.5 lbs increments. The user can start with an easy 5 lbs for toning and work his or her way up to 75 lbs to build more strength and bulk.

The Quick-Lock handle design allows one to add and remove weight plates with a partial turn of the locking screws. Each dumbbell, measuring 14.5 x 6.5 x 6.5 inches (width x height x length) and weighing up to 75 lbs each, takes the place of 30 separate dumbbell sets. Storage is a no-brainer thanks to the accompanying stand, which is compact as well and has rubber feet to keep it level and stable.

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Sturdy Construction and Tightly Seated Weight Plates

Many users have praised the construction of the Ironmaster dumbbells. Not only are they good for easy exercises, the weights are locked so securely in the handles that they work perfectly well for full-body swings as well. The weight plates don't rattle or slide around no matter what the exertion. One review was so happy about the locking mechanism that he pronounced it the safest and most secure set of adjustable dumbbells he'd ever used, and there is totally no fear of weights detaching from the base when in use.

In addition to the tightly secured weight plates, another review reported that the dumbbells' well-proportioned handles made workouts, whether one or two handed, comfortable. The square shape of the plates initially appears odd, but lend themselves well to asymmetrical weight loading, making it easy and stable. Users cited the wide, flat permanent collars and flat-headed Quick-Lock pins as features that allowed the dumbbells to be used in horizontal or vertical positions and a variety of grips, and the dumbbells wouldn't roll away either.

Takes Storage Concerns into Account

The compact size of the dumbbells and accompanying stand mean that they take up a minimum of space when stored, and users felt the appearance added to the aesthetic appeal of the room in which they were stored.

Users also liked the versatility of the dumbbell set, which facilitates the addition of an extra set of separately purchased weight plates. Additionally, another review was enthusiastic about how the weight plates themselves could be used with other weight training equipment from Ironmaster.

Weight Plates Take a While to Change

Exercisers for whom time is a concern found the duration taken to change weight plates on an Ironmaster dumbbell excessively lengthy, although they take a shorter time to change compared to other dumbbells in the same category. The lack of a locking mechanism also caused worry in one review, although there have been no reports of weight plates falling out while the dumbbell is in use.

Although simple, the dumbbells of the Cap set, each of which measures 20 x 9 x 8 inches (length x width x height), feature ergonomic comfort grips and rubber-trimmed collars for a secure grip. The cast iron plates too are certain to last for years thanks to a semi-gloss finish that makes them rust and maintenance-free.

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Simple to Use and Value for Money

Contrary to the idea that washers and knobs would make changing weights a tiresome task, more than one review found that the rubber washers ensure swift and secure positioning of the individual weight plates. Weight plates are screwed in tightly and the weights do not slip around at all when in use. If anything, users appreciated the longer rest times that came with the 30 seconds needed to spin the washers off and on to change the weights.

Another aspect of the Cap dumbbells that users found appealing was the value for money they offer. The Cap set is one of the most affordable dumbbells sets available, and with very simple to no set up required. One user also thought that the accompanying plastic carrying case was sufficiently durable to withstand the vagaries of travel. The case also provided a convenient storage option for the dumbbells when they were not in use.

Comfortable Grip and Expandable

The size of the handles was also praised, as they fit comfortably in to a user's hand when in use. There was no need to grip it extremely tightly, nor did users struggle with too-wide handles. The diamond-patterned chrome finish also ensured the handles didn't become slippery in the later stages of a workout.

One feature of the Cap set that users especially liked was its expandability. A user can opt to purchase extra, individual weights once he or she has "grown out" of the 40 lbs provided with the set.

Handles Can Feel Too Long, Off-Putting Odor

The length of the handles came in for some criticism in one review, which felt that they would impede the movement of exercises that involved simpler hex dumbbells. Others felt that having to remove the washers and knobs to change weight plates was a slightly troublesome step. The most frequently cited issue for the Cap dumbbell set was how the rust-prevention treatment used on the dumbbells made them smell variously like grease or gasoline.

The dumbbells are equipped with a unique locking mechanism that ensures that weight plates are secured in place while the easy to read display lets you know how much you're lifting at a mere glance. The compact size of the dumbbells also make them easy to store.

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Easily Changed Weights and Storage Options

One of the most highly praised features about the Bowflex dumbbells is how they make it so easy for a fatigued exerciser to change the weights being lifted. One review opined that the dial mechanism was much easier to manipulate than the magnetic weight-changing pins of dumbbells from other brands. The ease of operation made the dumbbells an optimum choice for exercise sets with short rest intervals.

Not only are the weights on the dumbbells incredibly easy to change, another person thought that they looked very stylish and were the perfect exercise equipment for a small living space as they took up a limited space when not in use. The compact dumbbells not only replace the need to buy 15 different dumbbells, they also take up 1/15 of the space needed to store them. Additionally, users were happy with the savings gained by buying a pair of dumbbells that provided weight variations equivalent to that of 15 dumbbells for the price of only one set.

Ergonomic Design Coupled With Solid Construction

The ergonomic design of the dumbbell handles ensured that they fit into the palm of any hand comfortably and with a grip that felt natural. One user found that the wider handle was more preferable to that of thinner, standard dumbbell handles.

The construction of the dumbbells is solid, so that the weight plates feel sturdy and stable when lifted. The plates that are secured to the handle don't shake or move at all while in use, and the entire dumbbell is solid enough to withstand a few bumps, although it would be inadvisable to drop the dumbbells from great heights.

Can Be Too Long For Comfort

The length of the Bowflex was a slight surprise to some users. Suspicions that the dumbbells' length would impede a good workout were proven when one user tried to do concentration curls with both arms at the same time. The relative width of the dumbbells also made them look intimidating and bulky. There were also some complaints about how it took time to get accustomed to turning the dial to increase the weights rather than just picking up another, separate set of weights.

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Makes Weight Changing Easy

Best used in a pair, the Bowflex, which measures 17.5 x 10 x 10 inches (length x width x height), offers an incredibly simple method of weight adjustment - a mere twist of the dial adds another 5 lbs to your exercise routine. A quick glance at the easy-to-read display lets you know how much weight you're lifting too. The avid exerciser does not have to worry about the weights coming lose either, as the handle hinges securely onto the selected weight plates when the dial is turned up, and durable molding around the plates let you do your bicep curls in perfect silence.

Great Incentive to Cancel Gym Memberships

More than one user who preferred to work out alone wrote a favorable review about the Bowflex dumbbell. Unlike working out with barbells and free weights, this dumbbell allowed exercisers to do away with a spotter, and dispensed with the need for help in adjusting the number of weights used.

Another feature highlighted by more than one review was the size of the dumbbell. Not only is it able to replace up to 17 separate dumbbells, the Bowflex's only storage requirements are a corner in the living room or indoor gym, proving to be a boon for former gym-goers who initially balked at the idea of storing dumbbells of varying weights in a home gym.

Cost Effective and Easy To Use

In addition to being an incredibly space saver, the dumbbell is also a cost effective purchase despite what seems to be a high initial price. It gives exercise enthusiasts the option of 17 weight settings at a price far lower than that of buying 17 separate dumbbells or weight plates. Users found the versatility especially appealing because it meant they could exercise at their own convenience and in the comfort of their own homes. Reviews also mentioned the monetary savings they enjoyed by no longer having to pay for a gym membership.

Users were unanimous in their praise for the weight indicators on the dumbbell as well. Not only was the dial sturdy, the clear labeling made it a breeze to change weights. The dial mechanism takes all the guesswork out of making sure the plates are balanced when the weights are changed. The design of the handle also came in for much praise. Despite its odd shape (rounded sides and flattened top and bottom), it actually facilitates a better grip when a person carries out an exercise like a shoulder press.

Handle Can Be Too Long

Some users found the length of the dumbbell quite unusual, bring up to 6 inches longer than that of a standard dumbbell. Although there were no complaints that the length impeded workout movement or efficiency, it nevertheless needed some getting used to.

Other users thought that the metal grip was too hard for use without gloves or some sort of protective padding. Due to its size, the dumbbell may be unsuitable for exercisers with smaller hands.

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.