Selecting the right Workout Bench for your Home Gym is uber important. You need something to sit on to do overhead presses, concentration curls, and resting between sets. You need to trust your bench to hold your weight, as well as the barbell, which is carrying a couple hundred pounds above your chest. A cheap bench may buckle under the weight. An expensive bench may do everything except make you a cup of coffee, but do you need it to do all that?
There are A LOT of bench options out there! I mean, how can you pick just one?! All you need is a flat bench? How about one that adjusts? Do you need it to fold under a bed or against a wall? Will you be jumping on it?
These benches will pair well with the equipment found on our Functional Trainers page!
We focused on many factors when identifying the best of workout benches:
- Adjustability
- Durability
- Stability
- Load Capacity
- Accessories
- Dimensions
- Padding
What can you use a workout bench for?
- Barbell work
- Dumbbell work
- Bodyweight work
- Plyometrics
- High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)
- Cardio
- Rehabilitation
So, how versatile of a bench do you need to get the job done?
Only you can decide which bench is best.
Instead, we’ll show you a variety, which are strong and safe. Keep an eye on the weight capacity and dimensions to meet your specific needs
Workout Bench Categories
Flat / Fixed Workout Benches
If you are searching for a basic bench, which does not incline/decline, nor has attachments for legs or arms, then this would be the section for you!
The competition is fierce in this segment and the prices comparable across brands.
For safety & stability, we prioritized the list to dual, wide-set legs. A wobbly bench is just asking for injury!
Titan Flat Weight Bench ($139.97)
At 1,000 lb. weight capacity, a pair of wide-set legs for maximized stability, and a high-density Hefty-Grip Vinyl pad, this bench packs a punch in the value department.
- Dimensions: 48″L 12″W x 17″H
- Capacity: 1,000 lb.
- Comes with a handle and wheels for easy transport
- Positions: Flat
- Attachment: None
- 11 gauge steel
- Weight: 40 lb.
- Warranty: 1 year
REP FB-3000 Flat Bench ($149.99)
700 lb. weight capacity, a pair of wide-set legs for maximized stability, and a super grippy pad.
- Dimensions: 47.2″L 17.7″W x 18″H
- Capacity: 700 lb.
- Positions: Flat
- Attachment: None
- Separate Wall Hanger available ($39.99)
- 11 gauge steel
- Weight: 40 lb.
- Warranty: 10 years on the frame. 1 year on the pad.
Rogue Flat Utility Bench 2.0 ($210)
One word: Solid! At 1,000 lb. weight capacity, a pair of wide-set legs for maximized stability, and a high-density Neoprene pad, this bench will handle whatever you throw at it.
- Dimensions: 47″L 14″W x 18″H
- Capacity: 1,000 lb.
- Positions: Flat
- Attachment: None
- 11 gauge steel
- Weight: 40 lb.
- Warranty: Lifetime Warranty on the frame. 90 days on the upholstery & grips.
Amazon Basics Flat Weight Bench ($53.74)
NOTE: If you are searching for a lower weight requirement, then this bench may be all you need.
At 385 lb. weight capacity, a pair of wide-set legs for maximized stability, and a PVC pad, you may be limited in weight capacity, but as we said at the top of the page, why buy more than you would use?
Not the best materials, including the nuts & bolts, but the reviews have been great, regarding its ability to handle everything people have thrown at it.
- Dimensions: 41.34″L 18.9″W x 17.72″H
- Capacity: 385 lb.
- Positions: Flat
- Attachment: None
- 14 gauge steel
- Weight: 24 lb.
- Warranty: 1 year
Adjustable Benches
Adjustable benches give you a range of angles. We focused on benches that adjust below flat, so exercises like declines are possible without needing to raise the bench on blocks/weights, etc.
FID = Flat, Incline, Decline
Titan Single Post Adjustable FID Bench ($269.97)
A whopping 1,500 lb. weight capacity, wide-set legs in rear, single post in front, and a high-density non-slip , grippy, textured vinyl pad.
Slight concern of stability with the lack of dual legs in the front. But while sitting back, most of the weight will be balanced by the rear base. Overall, a very capable adjustable bench.
- Dimensions: 56.75″L 25.5″W x 18.25″H
- Seat: 15″L x 15″W
- Back: 36″L x 11.75″W
- Capacity: 1,500 lb.
- Comes with a handle and wheels for easy transport
- Positions: 7 back positions (85° to -20°). 4 seat positions. 28 total possible configurations.
- Attachment: Leg attachment for securing during decline angle.
- 11 gauge steel
- Weight: 71 lb.
- Warranty: 1 year
Flybird Fitness Pro Weight Bench ($299.99)
1,100 lb. weight capacity, wide-set legs in front and rear, and a high-density foam padding.
Tons of stability with the wide legs in front and rear! Too bad there’s no leg attachment for holding during declines.
Comfortable and stable bench with plenty of adjustments to him your muscles at just the right angle.
- Dimensions: 56.75″L x 17.7″H
- Back: 34.25″L
- Capacity: 1,100 lb.
- Positions: 6 back positions. 3 seat positions. 18 total possible configurations.
- Attachment: None
- 6 gauge steel
- Weight: 56 lb.
- Warranty: 2 years on frame. 1 year on pads.
REP AB-3000 Adjustable Bench ($319.99)
1,000 lb. weight capacity, wide-set legs in rear, single post in front, grippy, textured vinyl pad. Comes in black, red, blue, or matte black.
Slight concern of stability with the lack of dual legs in the front. But while sitting back, most of the weight will be balanced by the rear base. Overall, a very capable adjustable bench.
- Dimensions: 55.5″L 26.4″W x 17.9″H
- Seat: 14.75″L x (ergonomic) 10.7″ to 15″W
- Back: 36.6″L x 11.4″W
- Capacity: 1,000 lb.
- Comes with a handle and wheels for easy transport
- Positions: 7 back positions (85° to -20°). 5 seat positions. 35 total possible configurations.
- Attachment: Leg attachment for securing during decline angle.
- 11 gauge steel
- Weight: 95 lb.
- Warranty: 10 years on the frame. 1 year on the pad.
XMARK 7604 FID Weight Bench ($332)
1,500 lb. weight capacity, wide-set legs in the rear and a U-shape base in the front for stability, and a high-density Duracraft pad.
- Dimensions: 62.2″L 25.8″W x 20.3″H
- Capacity: 1,500 lb.
- Comes with a handle and wheels for easy transport
- Positions: 7 back positions. 3 seat positions. 21 total possible configurations.
- Attachment: Leg attachment for securing during decline angle. 4 positions
- 11 gauge steel
- Weight: 88.18 lb.
- Warranty: Lifetime on Frame. 1 year on hardware & pop pins
Benches with Attachments
If you are searching for a basic bench, which does not incline/decline, nor has attachments for legs or arms, then this would be the section for you!
The competition is fierce in this segment and the prices comparable across brands.
Powerblock Sport Bench ($259) + 2 possible attachments
With an adjustable bench that has a slight decline, up to vertical, attaching a chin-up bar and/or dip station turns your bench practically into a power tower! Both attachments use the same attachment point, so only one can be used at a time. Before even adding dumbbells you can work your lats, biceps, delts, shoulders, chest, and triceps.
Our biggest concern is the width of the rear, dual wide-set legs when doing chin-ups. Be careful not to swing too much from side to side!
- Dimensions: Ergonomic. 50″L 21″W (seat) x 16″H
- Capacity: 550 lb.
- Positions: Flat, 30°, 45°, 60°, 90° (military position)
- Built in wheels and handle
- Attachments
- Chin-up ($99)
- 250 lb. capacity
- 48″W bar x 82.5″H
- Dip ($79)
- 250 lb. capacity
- 22.5″W x 47.5″H
- Chin-up ($99)
Space Saving Benches
If you are searching for a basic bench, which does not incline/decline, nor has attachments for legs or arms, then this would be the section for you!
The competition is fierce in this segment and the prices comparable across brands.
Flybird Fitness Adjustable Workout Bench FB149 ($149.99)
This review is based on the newer 2022 model where they addressed the height issues. Reduced to 18.8″ puts it more in range with the other benches on this page.
Made with Faux leather and allow steel, this foldable adjustable bench can handle weight up to 800 lb. Seeing as we reviewed flat benches that had trouble at this weight, the Flybird FB149 is great for those that wish to fold it up and put it away when not in use. There are many adjustments to get it set up and ready for your workout.
There are compromises with a foldable bench like this. If you are pushing really heavy weights, you may wish to pick a more sturdy model. It’s not that we don’t think this is a great bench, it’s that there will still be a bit of a wobble with the less than robust metal tubing, less flat feet, and the overall folding concept. But for average use under decent load (it is rated to 800 lb!), you still have a wonderful, foldable bench that is also adjustable.
- Dimensions: 49.2″L x 15.7″W x 18.8″H
- Folds down to: 30.3″L x 16″W x 9″H – 9″H thick!!
- Positions: 7 back positions. 3 seat positions. 21 total possible configurations.
- Attachments: Leg attachment for declines. 2 foot pad positions.
- Capacity: 800 lb.
- Warranty: 1 year on frame.
Powerblock Travel Bench ($179)
Fold out the legs and perform a wide variety of exercises anywhere. When finished, it’s easy to slide it under a bed or place in a closet. The sturdy design makes this a reliable and versatile piece of equipment, while a durable powder-coated finish and vinyl top resist wear.
- Dimensions: 40″L x 9.5″W x 15″H
- Capacity: 500 lb.
- Folds to 8″ thick
