Bowflex SelectTech 552 vs NÜOBELL 80 lb Adjustable
Quick verdict
Winner on Gym Score: Bowflex SelectTech 552 (100)
NÜOBELL 80 lb Adjustable still wins for some buyers — see the fit cards below.
Best for
- · Apartment lifters who can't fit a rack of fixed dumbbells
- · Intermediate lifters working in the 10 to 50 lb dumbbell range
- · Hybrid home gyms that need one tool covering curls through goblet squats
$429Buy on Amazon
Best for
- · Lifters who want adjustable dumbbells that feel like fixed bells in the hand
- · Strength athletes working up to 80 lb per hand on rows, presses, and goblet squats
- · Aesthetic-conscious home gyms where build quality is part of the room
$725Buy on Amazon
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Bowflex SelectTech 552 | NÜOBELL 80 lb Adjustable |
|---|---|---|
| Weight Range | 5-52.5 lb | 5-80 lb |
| Increments | 2.5 lb | 5 lb |
| Mechanism | Dial selector | Twist-and-lift |
Bowflex SelectTech 552
Strengths
- +5-52.5 lb in 2.5 lb increments
- +2-year warranty
- +Proven 20+ year track record
- +Global aftermarket
Weaknesses
- −Handle diameter feels bulky
- −Drop damage voids warranty
- −Plastic shell looks cheap
NÜOBELL 80 lb Adjustable
Strengths
- +Feels like real dumbbells
- +All-metal construction
- +1-second adjustment
- +Compact profile
Weaknesses
- −Pricier than Bowflex
- −Only 80 lb max (2x40)
- −Stand sold separately