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BowFlex - SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells - Black
Average customer rating
4.8
(7,140 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 7,140 reviews
5 Stars
6,022
4 Stars
995
3 Stars
78
2 Stars
26
1 Star
19
99%of customers recommend this product.
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6,882 out of
6,974)
Customer Reviews for BowFlex - SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells - Black
Posted by: Dr. Blues
from New York City
Verified Purchase:Yes
I've downsized from a house to a 3 bedroom condo and had to get rid of an Olympic weight set. No problem; there's a good & affordable gym down the block. Then came COVID. I'm older and won't risk additional exposure, so I'm not going there. Tried yoga as a substitute, but it's not the same. Then I came across the dumbbells. The Bowflex weight bench stores upright and the dumbbells take up very little space. I'm able to fit them and an exercise bike in one of the bedrooms. I can do just about everything with these dumbbells that I could with the Olympic set. I only miss the gym's calf machines if you're used to heavy weights. Otherwise I get complete workouts. Dumbbells let you do a lot that you can't with free weights & a barbell. It's very easy to change weights on them; the dumbbells feel balanced (though larger than traditional dumbbells). Bowflex machines have a strong reputation for quality & I have no reason to think that the dumbbells are any less well made. Finally, I bought the package of the weight bench, the dumbbells, and the stand. They're all very well made. They're not intuitive to assemble, but the Bowflex people did an excellent job labeling everything so that it's straightforward to follow the instructional diagrams. There's one thing I don't like about the stand; other reviewers have noted it too. Their base straps onto the stand. Some s say that they can't get their hands fully around the dumbbells to lift them. I haven't had this problem but I've got toddler grandkids and I'm not sure that they're as secure as I'd like if the kids were fooling around in there. Otherwise, I'm completely satisfied.
Pros: Durable, Easy Storage, Easy To Set Up, Easy To Use, Quiet, Strengthens
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Customer Rating
3
I was hoping for a lttle better fucntionality
on December 3, 2018
Posted by: Al
from Cranston, RI
Verified Purchase:Yes
I do like the product but they're too bulky. It's a challenge to do certain exercises. another issue is that when placing them back in the stand they must be lined up perfectly. Sometimes when you pull them out they shift and it makes it difficult to place them back in. Also, after only using them a few times the grips are really slippery making it hard to hold on too. Do they work, yes. I was very happy with the M5 I purchased in March but the 522's, not so much. Maybe I should have opted for the newer version. They look slimmer. Thanks, Al
Pros: Easy Storage, Easy To Set Up
Cons: Flimsy, Heavy / Bulky, Uncomfortable
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Written by a customer while visiting nautilus.com
Customer Rating
5
We Love These!!
on April 6, 2016
Posted by: The Bird
from Cooper City, Florida
Verified Purchase:No
These dumbbells are one of the BEST purchases we have ever made! Slightly awkward at first because of the design, we quickly adapted and use them daily in our home. We strongly recommend getting the stand as well They are perfect partners and enhance your workout! We think anyone who works out at home should have a set of these! Thanks Bowflex!!!
Pros: Compact, Durable, Easy To Use, Multifunctional, Targets Muscles
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting nautilus.com
Posted by: Jeanne
from Arkansas
Verified Purchase:Yes
I bought the stand with them, so it is easy to pick them up and do some casual exercises when I am walking by. Love the product.
Pros: Compact, Durable, Easy To Use, Love Them, Multifunctional, Targets Muscles
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting nautilus.com
Customer Rating
5
Everyone Should Own A Set!
on April 5, 2018
Posted by: Sherryfitnut
from Edmonton
Verified Purchase:No
This is one of the best items I have ever bought. I believe everyone should have a set of these in their home, everyone. So easy to use. Makes exercising for your home, free so simple!
Pros: Comfortable, Durable, Easy Storage, Easy To Set Up, Easy To Use, Quiet, Strengthens
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting nautilus.com
Posted by: Mandy
from York, PA
Verified Purchase:Yes
I contemplated a "rating" simply because overall these dumbbells are extremely well made and sturdy. My PERSONAL issue with these dumbbells is that I do not feel they are designed for women; especially women who are smaller in stature (I'm 5'3" and about 130 pounds). They are quite bulky and trying to perform triceps and bicep exercises is pretty laughable. They are too "wide" for me which makes many exercises uncomfortable stance-wise. I do use them for lower body workouts and my boyfriend LOVES them. I'm glad we have them and another "tool" but I think if it were only me in the household, I would not have kept them. I hope this helps any woman looking to add these to her home gym!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting nautilus.com
Customer Rating
5
I would absalutely buy this Great product everytime .
on October 22, 2015
Posted by: pyschobob
from Port St Lucie,FL.
Verified Purchase:Yes
Your product is truly Amazing! I would shout from the Mountain Top! You must buy this product. At time there is No cons. Thank You for allowing Your to be sold to the General Pubic!
Pros: Easy To Use
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting nautilus.com
Posted by: BAYMANATOR
from Savannah
Verified Purchase:Yes
From day one, I was impressed how easy-to-use the dumbells are and the amount of various uses they provide. From heavy lifting to the burn out, tou can not go wrong with bowflex dumbells.
Pros: Compact, Durable, Easy To Use, Multifunctional, Targets Muscles
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting nautilus.com