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Dumbbells can be used for everything from competitive powerlifting training to cardio dance classes.<\/strong> They can apply to a nearly unlimited amount of movements and work almost any muscle in your body. But selecting a dumbbell isn\u2019t as simple as picking one up and lifting it. Dumbbells can range in weight from one pound to 150 pounds and beyond.<\/p>\n Dumbbells also come in different shapes and sizes. In addition to the traditional round heads, they can be hexagonal or square, as in Rogue\u2019s dumbbell line<\/a><\/strong>.<\/a> In addition, there are various coatings, handle shapes, and weights to consider. <\/p>\n Don’t worry if you\u2019re overwhelmed by the myriad options \u2014 we\u2019ve got you covered. Our staff and testers are experienced athletes with decades of experience, so we called in and tested loads of dumbbells to find the best ones for various users. We took dumbbells of various shapes and sizes through strength, conditioning, and bodybuilding workouts, evaluating them on comfort, ease of use, and utility across broad fitness modalities. <\/p>\n As a result, we’ve narrowed down our top dumbbells for all kinds of athletes. Check out our comprehensive Buyer\u2019s Guide<\/strong><\/a> and Frequently Asked Questions<\/strong><\/a> sections for helpful tips, and have a look at our Comparison Chart<\/strong><\/a> to steer your decision-making. We’re still testing, so feel free to check back in to see what new dumbbells make it onto this list. <\/p>\n Editor\u2019s Note: For our May 8, 2024, update, we updated specifications, removed several dumbbells that are no longer available, and added more test notes and new imagery.<\/em><\/p>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDurable<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tMild knurling<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRubber coating for shock absorption<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tOn the pricier side<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSun exposure over time breaks down rubber coating<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n It\u2019s hard to improve on the durable simplicity Rogue\u2019s Hex Dumbbells <\/strong><\/a>($17-455) offer. Sold in pairs, these weights offer chrome-plated handles with a slight taper to provide comfort no matter how you grip them.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The heavy-duty rubber coating on the heads limits wear and tear on both the dumbbells and the floors you work out on, and they minimize noise.\u00a0<\/p>\n The Hex Dumbbells range in weight from 2.5 pounds to 30 pounds in 2.5-pound increments and from 30 pounds to 125 pounds in 5-pound increments. We’ve personally used these dumbbells for over a decade in various CrossFit gyms and have purchased them for gyms we’ve owned.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n They\u2019re extremely durable \u2014 testers have dropped them from overhead on a daily basis for years without any visible damage. The subtle knurl on the grip makes them secure even in sweaty hands without digging into your palms or fingers.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n The only issues that have popped up are the rubber encasements on the heads. If left out in the sun over the summer, the rubber can stiffen up and eventually crack and peel off.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n On rare occasions (we’ve seen this happen on two dumbbells in 10 years), the dumbbell heads can loosen up and wiggle a bit on the handle.\u00a0<\/p>\n Other than that, the Rogue\u2019s Hex Dumbbells<\/strong><\/a> are durable and comfortable, and they fit well within a reasonable price range (as far as dumbbells go). Rogue Fitness is considered the premium in professional and home gym setups, and the Hex Dumbbells are a great example of why.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tExcellent price<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAggressive yet comfortable knurl<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tActual weight can vary<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSold individually<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n Looking to stock your home gym but don\u2019t have a Planet Fitness budget? It\u2019s no surprise Amazon has you covered with its Basics line. The Amazon Basics Rubber Encased Hex Dumbbell<\/strong><\/a>s<\/a><\/strong> ($16-55) are, at a glance, similar to the Rogue Hex Dumbbells<\/strong><\/a> but at a much lower price.\u00a0<\/p>\n The hexagonal heads are encased in rubber to minimize damage to the dumbbells and your floor if you drop the weight. And the knurled chrome-plated handle is grippy without sacrificing comfort.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Like any bargain, there are sacrifices. First and foremost, they\u2019re sold as singles, so don\u2019t purchase one and expect a pair to come in. It sounds like a no-brainer, but people have reported receiving one when they expected two, so just know that you need to actually order two to get a pair.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Also, we\u2019ve seen reports the actual weight of the dumbbells can vary. You may purchase two 50-pound dumbbells and have a 49-pound and 48-pound dumbbell show up.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n And while the Rogue Dumbbells seem to last forever, we\u2019ve noticed that Amazon Basics Rubber Encased Hex Dumbbell<\/strong><\/a>s<\/a> <\/strong>do have some substantial durability issues. After a few months of use, the dumbbell heads have started to loosen up from the handle (none have fallen off yet, but still). Also, the rubber casing on some of them has been chipping and peeling off, exposing the weight underneath.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n But if you\u2019re not a stickler for precise weights, are willing to treat the dumbbells gingerly, and are looking to save a few bucks, you could do a lot worse than these bad boys.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tTakes up minimal space<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSimple weight adjustment<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n \t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tAwkward weight placement at lighter settings<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n While it would be great to have a huge space for your workout equipment, most of us can\u2019t fit an entire rack of dumbbells in our spare bedroom or garage. This is where adjustable dumbbells are extremely useful.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n Ativafit\u2019s Adjustable Dumbbells<\/strong><\/a> ($420) can go from 11 to 66 pounds per dumbbell with the turn of a dial. To adjust the weight, users simply have to press the red button on one end of each dumbbell and twist the dial to the desired weight.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n As far as manually adjusting dumbbells go, it\u2019s hard to get simpler than this. Each dumbbell has a button and dial so that you can swap out the weights quickly. The iron plates are durable and tough, and the rubber-coated handle enables a slip-free grip.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/p>\n One caveat with the Ativafit\u2019s Adjustable Dumbbells<\/strong><\/a> is the lighter weights are at the farthest end of the dumbbell head. This means the weight will be farther away from the grip if you’re at the lightest setting. This creates a longer pivot arm and can cause instability during dynamic movements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\nThe Best Dumbbells of 2024<\/h2>\n
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\tRogue Hex Dumbbells\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t2.5-125 lbs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t25 mm to 35 mm<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHexagonal<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\n\tBilly Brown<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\tcheck price at rogue fitness<\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\tBest Budget Dumbbells\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAmazon Basics Rubber Encased Hex Dumbbell\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t10-45 lbs in 5 lb increments<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tNo<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t25 mm to 35 mm<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tHexagonal<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\n\tBilly Brown<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\t$27 at Amazon<\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\tBest Adjustable Dumbbells\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAtivafit Adjustable Dumbbell\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t11-66 lbs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t35 mm<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tRound<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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\n\tBilly Brown<\/span>
\n<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n\t$360 at Amazon<\/a>Check price at Ativafit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n\t\t\t\tBest Olympic Dumbbells\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\n\t\t\t\t\t\tAnnzoe Olympic Dumbbell Handles\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>
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\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t8 lbs<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tYes<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t50 mm<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n
\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tN\/A<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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