GGR Score: 4.4
Product Highlights
- Up to 300 lbs of force
- Upgrade to up to 600 lbs
- Free workout program included
- No assembly necessary
Video Review
In-Depth Review
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Pros & Cons
Pros
- Can create up to 300 pounds of force (up to 600 if you get the Elite Band, sold separately)
- Free 12-week workout program with high-quality workout and nutrition advice
- Bar has great knurling
- No assembly necessary
- Bands are dipped in layered latex, making them thick and durable
Cons
- Platform’s embedded rollers don’t allow bands to roll during lift, but that's nitpicky
- Quite pricey at around $550 (financing available)
- Only 1-year warranty for the bands
- Some complaints of the bands wearing down after only a few weeks
Specs
| Machine type | Portable functional trainer |
|---|---|
| Accessories | Layered latex resistance bands, steel bar |
| Footprint | 10” L x 19” W x 1” H |
| Weight | 17 lbs (19 lbs with Elite Band) |
| Warranty | 1 year on bands |
| Resistance type | Band resistance |
| Max resistance | 300 lbs |
Product Summary
A compact piece of strength training equipment that combines the best parts of resistance bands and barbells into one.
