Top 5 Best Dumbbells to Build Muscle at Home

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If you are unable to go gym or do not have the time to travel to gym, dumbbells are a great piece of gym equipment to use to workout at home. There are many dumbbells sets to buy from, but which ones are the best?

Don’t worry, I’ve done the research myself and listed out below the best options from Amazon, detailing the pros and cons of each based on reviews and star rating.

Amazon Basic Dumbbells

With an average star rating of 4.7 and over 7,000 reviews, the Amazon Basic dumbbells ranges from 1kg to 5kg and is for beginners who are just starting out on their fitness journey. These dumbbells are more for building strength and toning your body.

These dumbbells are made of neoprene which ensures a comfortable grip and is hexagonal shape which prevents rolling when on the floor.  

PROS:

• Comfortable to hold/grip
• Cheap
• Good quality
• Prevents rolling

Cons:

• For beginners mainly
• Maximum weight is only 5kg – may not be enough for advanced lifters

Summary:

Overall, this is a great dumbbell set for beginners who are just beginning their fitness journey and have no access to gym or want to get a quick workout done. It is also budget friendly as the current price ranges from $11 to $29, depending on the weight that you buy, on Amazon (Each pair sold separately). 

Amonax Dumbbells

With an average star rating of 4.5 and over 700 reviews, the Amonax dumbbells comes with cast iron weight plates, dumbbell barbell connector, and screw on caps. The total weight varies; you can choose a total weight of 20kg or 30kg.

The weight plates are made of cast iron which are much more durable and long lasting than plastic dumbbells.

It also comes with a barbell connector meaning you can use dumbbells and barbell interchangeably, depending on which exercise you are doing. It ensures a 2-year warranty so if you find any problems, you can return it or get a refund.

Based on the reviews, there are countless positive reviews on its high quality and long lasting of the plates. The downside of this set is that the grip can be a bit rough on the hands.  

PROS:

• Adjustable weights
• High quality cast iron – Long Lasting
• Comes with barbell connector
• Easy to Assemble

CONS

• Grip on handle can be rough on hands

Summary:

Overall, this is a great dumbbell and barbell set, and you choose the total weight you want; either 20kg or 30kg. In terms of price, it is more expensive than the Amazon Basic dumbbells as the plates are made of cast iron. The current price for 20kg is $99.15 and for 30kg, it is $119.00, and it is also amazon best seller at the time of this article.

Body Revolution

With an average rating of 4.7 and over 700 reviews, the Body Revolution Dumbbells are similar to the dumbbells used in commercial gyms. The weight ranges from 1kg to 40kg meaning you have a variety of weights to buy from. They are made of cast iron and coated with rubber to protect your home floors in case it is dropped.

The hexagonal shape of the dumbbell prevents the dumbbell from rolling on the floor.

Based on the reviews, the hexagonal dumbbell has been said to be of high quality, easy to use and is comfortable to hold.

PROS:

• Easy to Use
• Prevents rolling
• High quality
• Durable – long lasting

CONS

• Not adjustable weights so you have to buy different pairs if you want to use a different weight

Summary

Overall, this is a great option for those who are not looking for adjustable weights and don’t want to fiddle with screw caps and changing weights. However, if you want to use a different weight, you have to buy it accordingly. They are of high quality, durable and can last a long time.

The price ranges depending on the weight that you buy.

PROIRON

With an average rating of 4.6 and over 11,000 reviews (Yes, you read that right), PROIRON has an established reputation for their superior quality in their products and is a global brand of sport fitness equipment.

The dumbbell set is similar to the Amonax dumbbells as it’s made of cast iron, has a total weight of 20kg which is adjustable. It also has an extension bar which you can use to turn the dumbbells to a barbell.

Based on the 11,000 reviews, many of them contain positive reviews about the great quality of the plates.

PROS:

• Easy to assemble
• High quality – Long lasting
• Adjustable weights

CONS:

• Expensive

Summary

Overall, this is a great option and an alternative to the Amonax dumbbell. These dumbbells are for more experience lifters but can also be for beginners. The price, currently, is $99.15 (38% off currently) on Amazon.

ATIVAFIT

With an average rating of 4.6 and over 4,000 reviews, the ATIVAFIT is a great dumbbell set for those who don’t have enough space at home. These dumbbells are adjustable but not like the Amonax and PROIRON. Instead, it is one dumbbell in which you can turn a dial which changes the weight. The weight ranges from 2.5kg to 25kg and increases in increments of 2.5kg. There are also other weight ranges which have different increments so choose according to your needs.

PROS:

• Adjustable weight
• Saves space
• Easy to change weight by turning dial

CONS:

• Expensive

Summary

Overall, this is a great option for those who have a small space and don’t want to use a lot of dumbbells which takes space. They are easy to adjust and made to last for long time. The current price ranges from $161 to $582, depending on the range of weights you buy.

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