Different types of dumbbells pros and cons!

Here at Workout Megastore we sell a good range of dumbbells to suit different needs and budgets.

To help you choose the right product you can use our basic guide below or give us a call if you need help. There isn’t a one size fits all product as we all prefer different features and have differing budgets!

Fixed round rubberised dumbbells –

Pros:

• Rubber coating helps to protect floor surfaces
• Quick and easy to change between different weights
• Very durable and will last for many years of continued use
• Usually suited to commercial use or heavy home use

Cons:

• Depending on requirements you might need numerous sizes to cover different exercises taking up more space
• If you need multiple sizes this will increase the cost

Hex rubberised dumbbells –

Pros:

• Rubber coating helps to protect floor surfaces
• Quick and easy to change between different weights
• Very durable and will last for many years of continued use
• Usually suited to commercial use or heavy home use
• They don’t roll around

Cons:

• Depending on requirements you might need numerous sizes to cover different exercises taking up more space
• If you need multiple sizes this will increase the cost

Spinlock collar dumbbells –

Pros:

• Cheap to buy and space saving so great for home use
• Durable as most are made from steel

Cons:

• Changing between weights can take time to remove plates and tighten back up the collars
• Metal weight discs can cause damage to some floor surfaces if dropped

Adjustable dumbbells –

Pros:

• Quick and easy to change the weight
• Space saving as you have several weights in one

Cons:

• Some brands are expensive
• Selector mechanisms can fail if dumbbells are dropped (not covered by manufacturer warranty)
• Bulky compared to fixed dumbbells

Chrome plated dumbbells –

Pros:

• Very aesthetically pleasing mirror finish suited to studios and luxury home gym setups
• Compact size due to solid steel construction
• Quick and easy to change between different weights
• Chrome plating helps to reduce corrosion
• Very durable and will last for many years of continued use
• Easy to clean

Cons:

• Chrome plating can chip on hard/rough surfaces like concrete floors
• Smooth handles can become slippery with sweat

Neoprene/studio dumbbells –

Pros:

• Cheap to buy
• Solid steel core keeping the weights compact
• Comfortable to hold due to the soft neoprene coating that covers the whole dumbbell
• The neoprene coating helps to protect floors from damage

Cons:

• These weights are typically lighter and for home gym or studio use
• The neoprene coating will degrade with heavy use