Adjustable benches, FID benches, flat benches, and specialty bench reviews.
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Functional TrainersStandalone trainers, rack-mounted cable systems, and compact cable machines.
Smith MachinesSmith machines, 3D Smith systems, all-in-one trainers, and hybrid machines.
Cable MachinesLat pulldowns, low rows, cable towers, selectorized systems, and plate-loaded cables.
Leg MachinesLeg press, hack squat, leg extension, leg curl, and lower-body machines.
Adjustable DumbbellsAdjustable dumbbells compared by feel, durability, increments, and speed.
Specialty BarsTrap bars, safety squat bars, curl bars, transformer bars, and specialty bar reviews.
Rack AttachmentsRack add-ons, lever arms, jammer arms, storage, handles, and accessory attachments.
Budget EquipmentLower-cost equipment that may actually make sense for a home gym.
DIY / How-ToBuilds, modifications, retrofits, fixes, and home gym setup projects.
Recovery / CardioCold plunges, recovery tools, cardio machines, and conditioning equipment.
MAXUM LEC3 Review
The MAXUM LEC3 is a combo machine that excels at lying hamstring curls but requires some tweaks for leg extensions. Here is my full review
Rogue Kabuki Transformer Bar Review
The Rogue Kabuki Transformer Bar is a highly versatile specialty bar that allows you to change the camber angle and weight distribution. Here is my full review.
Landmark Athletics TC-EXT3 Review
The Landmark TC-EXT3 is an all-in-one power rack that includes every attachment imaginable and features a brilliant swappable 1:1 cable ratio. Here is my full review.
Rogue Monster Lever Arms 2.0 Review
The Rogue Lever Arms 2.0 feature a brilliant trolley system, but do they solve the inherent problems of lever arms? Here is my full review.
GMWD Bench Press and Shoulder Press Machine V7 Review
The GMWD V7 gives you flat bench, incline, and shoulder press in one compact footprint for $600. Here is my full review of the best budget converging press machine for home gyms.
Force USA Solitude Leg Extension and Leg Curl Review: The Best Machine for Hamstring Curls?
The Force USA Solitude is a center-driven selectorized combo machine with commercial-grade build quality and the best prone hamstring curl feel I have tested. Here is my full review.
Fringe Sport Dane 2.0 Review: My Favorite Budget All-in-One Rack
The Fringe Sport Dane 2.0 delivers a 1:1 cable ratio, dual 160 lb stacks, and a full power rack in one footprint for under $3,000. Here is my full review.
NordicTrack X24 Treadmill Review
The NordicTrack X24 features a massive 40-degree incline and a 24-inch touchscreen, making it the ultimate indoor hiking simulator. Here is my full review.
XMaster Posterior Chain Trainer Review
The XMaster Posterior Chain Trainer is a massive, commercial-grade machine that combines a reverse hyper, GHD, and Nordic curl station. Here is my full review of this heavy-duty all-in-one unit.
REP Pegasus Review
The REP Pegasus is much more than a lat seat. It is a multi-angle utility pad that unlocks chest-supported rows and more. Here is my full review.
Ironmaster Super Bench Pro V2 Review
The Ironmaster Super Bench Pro V2 is a lightweight, highly versatile adjustable bench with a massive attachment ecosystem. Here is my full review.
REP Open Trap Bar Review
The REP Open Trap Bar is a rackable, multi-use specialty bar that excels at deadlifts, safety squats, and cambered pressing. Here is my full review.
Fringe Sport Kodiak Review
The Fringe Sport Kodiak is a $349 rack-mounted attachment that solves the biggest problem with cable belt squats. Here is my full review of this innovative system.
Tonal 2 Review
The Tonal 2 is a premium, wall-mounted smart gym that uses electronic resistance and AI coaching to deliver a brutal workout in a minimal footprint. Here is my full review.
Force USA Sliding Bench Review
The Force USA Sliding Bench transforms your functional trainer into a leg press, but its modular design comes with some major compromises. Here is my full review.
The Best Adjustable Benches for Home Gyms (2026)
If you are building a home gym, an adjustable bench is arguably the most important piece of equipment you will buy. Here are my top recommendations for the best adjustable benches on the market right now.
Freak Athlete ABX vs. REP Nighthawk: Which Adjustable Bench is Right for You?
The Freak Athlete ABX and the REP Nighthawk are my top two recommended adjustable benches. Here is a head-to-head comparison to help you decide which one fits your home gym.
Freak Athlete ABX Review: The Most Versatile Adjustable Bench (6 Months Later)
The Freak Athlete ABX is a 10-in-1 adjustable bench that boasts a multi-angle headrest, an auto-adjusting seat gap, and a massive ecosystem of attachments. Here is my full 6-month review.
Bells of Steel SS4 Safety Squat Bar Review
A long-term look at the SS4 safety squat bar, covering weight, handling, sleeve length, and why it works so well in a garage gym.
Force 6 Fitness Cable Attachments Review
A first-person breakdown of Force 6’s Flat Lat Bar, Offset D Handles, and Iso Deadblow handle focused on comfort, grip feel, and training impact.