Best BudgetRank #5 in Weight Benches
YOLEO Adjustable Weight Bench (827 lb)
by YOLEO
Score
The budget bench, and it still carries an ASTM certification — the thing actually worth checking on a cheap bench, because the failure mode is you under a loaded bar.
Strengths
- ↑YOLEO state ASTM certification and an 827 lb rating
- ↑Cheapest bench in this roundup
- ↑Ships 98% pre-assembled per the manufacturer
Weaknesses
- ↓Stated ratings are the manufacturer's; we do not load-test
- ↓Padding is thinner than the commercial benches
Full specs
- Stated capacity
- 827 lb (manufacturer)
- Certification
- ASTM (manufacturer)
- Position
- Budget
Full buying guide
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