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Fitness Most Wanted 2025
The Best of the Best in the Industry
How We Chose Our Top Picks
At Garage Gym Reviews, fitness and nutrition are what we do and what we know. Our team of experts, including certified personal trainers, nutrition coaches, Olympians, dietitians, and more, spend a considerable amount of time actually using these products, testing them during our own workouts and rating them using our proprietary multi-point methodologies.
We created Fitness Most Wanted to shine a spotlight on the products that we think are the best out there—those that innovate, those that provide great value to the user, and those that challenge others in the same product category to up their game.
Relying on our years of collective experience, we present to you the products on our Fitness Most Wanted 2025 list.


Our Strength Favorites

Functional Trainer
Rogue Monster Rhino Trainer
This heavy-duty rack combines powerlifting and cable training, making it perfect for building strength and adding versatility in limited gym spaces.

Posterior Chain Trainer
Freak Athlete Nordic Hyper Pro
Crush posterior chain training with Nordic Hyper Pro‚ 9 elite machines in 1 for back extensions, Nordic curls, belt squats, and more.

Adjustable Dumbbells
REP x PÉPIN Fast Series
Level up your training with REP x Pepin Fast Series—pro-style dumbbells that adjust in seconds, saving space without sacrificing serious strength.

Nordic Curl
Shogun Sports NORD-EX Max
This combines a back extension machine with a Nordic bench in a compact package; we can’t recommend it enough for posterior chain work.

Leg Extension/Leg Curl Combo
Prime Fitness Plate-Loaded Machine
This 2-in-1 combo machine allows you to easily transition from the leg extension to the leg curl and is equipped with special technology to allow the user to overload different portions of the movement.

Compact Cable Machine
Beyond Power Voltra I
Meet the future of resistance. The Voltra I uses digital force and app control to redefine strength training.

Most Innovative Brand
Temple of Gainz
Train like a deity in the Temple of Gainz, a hardcore gym setup built for serious lifters chasing legendary results.

Weight Bench
ForceUSA C10 Sliding Bench
This 5-in-1 cable-connected, adjustable bench features a sliding leg press, hack squat, preacher curl, leg curl, and leg extension.

Cable Machine
Bells of Steel All in One Trainer
All-in-one, all-out performance! This trainer combines a cable machine and squat rack in one beastly home gym system.

Lat Pulldown
Ironmaster IM2000
The Ironmaster IM2000 is a self-spotting system with built-in safety features, offering a smith machine, cables, and a pull-up bar for safe solo training.

Workbench
Powertec Workbench Levergym
Maximize your space with the Levergym—a full-body functional system delivering iso-lateral resistance and pro-level results.

Leg Press
ForceUSA Leg Press & Hack Squat
We love that this dual-mode machine makes leg day smarter. It offers serious strength in a compact, plate-loaded frame.

Bodyweight Equipment
Total Gym
You can train everything, everywhere. Total Gym delivers full-body workouts using just your bodyweight in one foldable unit.
Our Strength Accessories Favorites

Most Innovative Attachment
Prime Fitness Smart Arm
The Prime Smart Arm is adjustable and engineered for optimal muscle engagement. It works on a 3-inch square upright with 1- to 2-inch holes on 2-inch centers.

Rack-to-Cable Machine
Get RXd Tornado Arms
Experience unmatched versatility with Tornado Arms. We love these adjustable, space-saving attachments for sculpting the upper body with precision.

Most Innovative Lever Arms
PRx Halo Arms – Profile Rack
The PRx Halo Arms are sleek, foldable attachments that are made for high-performance functional training at home.

Best for Cables
Kaizen Multi Link
Combine your pulleys in seconds with Kaizen Multi Link. This innovative tool provides a single attachment point to give you a streamlined setup.

Best for Smith Machines
Bulletproof VTS
Compact, smart, and effective. The VTS helps transform your barbell and rack into a Smith machine.

Safety Spotters
Stray Dog Half Rack Spotters
Lift with confidence using Stray Dog Spotters‚ which are customizable safety tools that protect your max lifts without compromising space.

Barbell Collars
Mackey Mack Lite Clamps
We love these sleek, ultra-light, and built-to-grip collars. They weigh just 0.25 kilograms and are easy to get on and off your bar.

Tricep Bar
American Barbell Rotating Press Down Bar
This bar attachment, from one of our favorite barbell brands, provides smooth rotation and grip. It’s designed for serious lifters but would work well for beginners.

“Surprisingly Useful”
Prime Fitness Adjustable Stability Pad Attachment
Stabilize your setup with Prime’s pad attachment. We find it’s great for core, balance, and isolating those hard-to-hit muscles.

Landmine
REP X Kleva Built Multi-Grip
This is more than just a landmine. This attachment features various grips and knurling styles so you can move between landmine and cable workouts.

Dumbbell Stand
Black Widow Training Gear Dumbbell Cart
Black Widow’s dumbbell cart helps you store your weights smarter. This heavy-duty cart is mobile, so you can move it around your space as you go.
Our Cardio Favorites

Rowing Machine
Rogue Echo Rower
We love a trustworthy cardio machine. The Rogue Echo Rower delivers smooth resistance, rugged design, and serious conditioning power.

Rowing Programming
Peloton Row
It should come as no surprise that Peloton nabbed this title. The Peloton Row combines sleek design, scenic rides, and leaderboard motivation for next-level fitness.

Budget Rower
Merach 950 Dual Resistance Rower
The Merach 950 provides air and magnetic resistance in one sleek, silent rower with app connectivity. The best part? It’s priced under $1,000.

Rucking Tool
Rogue Cast Sled
Push, pull, and dominate conditioning with the Rogue Cast Sled. We love this durable, compact sled, which is great on turf or pavement.

Cardio + Strength
Concept2 StrengthERG
From the brand that brought you one of the most recognizable rowers on the market comes the StrengthERG. Track reps, resistance, and output in this strength-focused ergometer.

Sled
Torque Tank M3
No cords, no limits. The Torque Tank M3 uses magnetic resistance to power your push workouts, whether you are indoors or out.

Treadmill
Wahoo Kicker Run
The KICKR RUN is a smart treadmill tech with auto incline, responsive belt, and seamless app sync that gives you a pro-level running experience at home.

Treadmill Programming
Aviron Victory Treadmill
There’s a lot to like about the Aviron Victory, but our favorite part is that this interactive treadmill comes with immersive content and serious performance.

Budget Treadmill
Centr Runner S
The Centr Runner S is built for speed and tech. It delivers real-time coaching, powerful incline, and sleek style at a price tag lower than most other smart treadmills.

Magnetic Bike
Keiser M3 1
This bike isn’t new, but we love an oldie that’s a goodie. The Keiser M3i offers magnetic resistance, Bluetooth tech, and an ultra-smooth feel that is built to last.

Bike Programming
NordicTrack X24i
One of our all-time favorite brands, NordicTrack, brings us the NordicTrack X24i. This upgrade from the previous model offers all the immersive iFit workouts we love.

Budget Bike
Freebeat Boom Bike
Party on the pedals! The Freebeat Boom is less than $700 and will have you dancing, sweating, and enjoying a great ride with built-in lights and energizing workouts.
Our Nutrition Favorites

Best Pre-Workout
Raw Essential Pre-Workout
We love Raw Essential Pre because it provides clean energy, laser focus, and pump-boosting ingredients. Time and again, it’s helped us power through our toughest workouts.

Best Energy Drink
Jocko Go Energy Drinks
One of the best parts of Jocko Go is that there is no crash, unlike other energy drinks. Bonus: There’s also no junk, just results-driven performance fuel.

Best Protein Shots
Genius Shot Whey Protein Shot
Genius Shot gives you a whopping 23 grams of high-quality whey protein in a convenient shot. No mix, no mess, just muscle fuel anytime, and in some pretty fun flavors!

Best Protein Powder
REP Fitness Purist Protein Powder
From the company that makes strength equipment comes a real strength-builder: REP Purist Protein. You get 25 grams of grass-fed wed protein without added sugar or fillers.

Best Collagen Protein
Sports Research Collagen Peptides
We’ve found that Sports Research Collagen is one of the best collagen powders for supporting joints, skin, and hair with hydrolyzed peptides that mix smoothly into any routine.

Best Electrolyte Powder
RedCon1 Canteen
Magnesium potassium, sodium, and coconut water powder: This has everything you need to hydrate. Canteen is packed with electrolytes and minerals to keep you fueled and focused.

Best Greens Powder
Bare Performance Nutrition Strong Greens
Clean, nutrient-packed greens that taste amazing (just ask our testers). We like Strong Greens because it support digestion, immunity, and energy in every scoop.

Best Lion’s Mane Supplement
Real Mushrooms Organic Lion’s Mane Extract Capsules
We have teammates who swear by Real Mushrooms Lion’s Mane. They love its organic, potent brain support in every vegan capsule.

Best Creatine Gummies
Legion Creatine Gummies
Who doesn’t love a gummy? Legion makes creatine tasty with gummies that deliver 5 grams of creatine monohydrate in every serving.

Best Meal Delivery Service
Dinnerly
Some of the people on our team have used Dinnerly for years. Why? Because it’s fast, fresh, and affordable. You’ll find easy-to-cook meals that keep weeknights simple and delicious.

Best Creatine Supplement
Promix Creatine
Promix Creatine is a clean, micronized creatine that is clinically dosed for muscle growth and strength. We love that it’s NSF-Certified for Sport as well.

Best Vitamin D Supplement
Thorne Vitamin D
Support bone, immune, and mood health with Thorne’s high-quality, bioavailable Vitamin D. We like it for its clinically-dosed servings and easy self-dispensing top.

Best Magnesium Supplement
Snap Supplements 3-in-1 Magnesium Complex
Sleep deeper, recover faster, and stay calm with Snap’s triple-magnesium blend. This supplement is optimized for absorption and provides 95% of your daily magnesium needs.
Our Recovery Favorites

Best Cold Plunge
Plunge All-In
We loved the OG model, and we love the All-In even more. The All-In features a sleek design as well as peak recovery through cold therapy.

Budget Cold Plunge
Desert Plunge
No, it’s not a cooler; it’s The Desert Plunge. This rugged iceless bath comes in extra-large sizes, which means you can enjoy an icy plunge alongside a friend!

Inflatable Cold Tub
Nordik Recovery Tub
Cold therapy meets craftsmanship in the Nordik Recovery Tub. We have put this durable, minimalist inflatable tub to the test and found it exceeded expectations over and over again.

Infrared Sauna
Heavenly Heat Infrared 2-Person
We have tested several saunas from Heavenly Heat and found them to be, well, heavenly! This infrared sauna is built for detox, relaxation, and full-body restoration.

Most Innovative Sauna
Sweat Tent
Why do we love the Sweat Tent? Well, it’s portable and powerful, and it brings high-heat sauna sessions home. Set it up in your back yard, your driveway, or anywhere else outdoors!

Recovery Boots
Hyperice Normatec 3 Legs
The Hyperice Normatec 3 Legs are newly upgraded to provide dynamic air compression that relieves soreness, improves circulation, and gets you back in the game faster.
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