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Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars with 69 reviews

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    Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars

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88%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers consistently note the sturdiness and durability of the 5.1S Stowable Bench. Many customers also find the assembly process straightforward with the help of the provided YouTube video. While some customers appreciate the adjustability and comfort of the bench, a common complaint is the presence of an uncomfortable gap.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great bench for all exercises. Like wheels to move

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Solid bench. Work well for weights and torso exercises. A 5” gap between seat and back when flat. I just made up an insert out of wood, foam and vinyl to fill that gap. See photos Like wheels to move around and store standing up when not in use

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bowflex Bench

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I needed a Bench to go along with my Bowflex Dumbells and since I love the dumbbells so much I bought the bench. My at home gym looks great and bench is good.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      We appreciate you and your feedback!
      We are happy you are enjoying your 5.1S bench.
      We wish you the very best on your fitness journey! - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bowflex bench

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great bench! Its very sturdy, strong and looks great.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      That's wonderful to hear! Thanks for taking the time to share such positive feedback with us.
      - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Really great build quality!

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I love this bench. The build quality is top notch. There’s no wobble or creaking while using. It’s a bit bulky for vertical storage but it’s manageable and not too heavy. Pairs great with the Bowflex adjustable dumbbells.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      We appreciate your willingness to share your experience with us. Your feedback helps us to improve and make sure we are providing the best service and products possible. Thank you! - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Sturdy and great finish

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the bench. It's tall, broad enough and has a beautiful finish.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    It’s ok

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Easy to assemble. I wish it was on sale like the dumbbells were.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      We appreciate you and your feedback! We are happy you are enjoying your Bowflex 5.1S bench. We wish you the very best on your fitness journey! - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness
    Cons mentioned:
    Backrest, Height adjustment

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality bench

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bought this to use with Bowflex SelectTech 552 dumbbells. Quality’s good but with a few quirks. They should’ve extended the wood support in the seat to the ends of the leg pads. I also think the pin setup to change the angle of the back rest isn’t as convenient as a pull out pin or bar on hooks. You have to screw in/out the screw every time you change the angle. Not a deal breaker though.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      Hi there! We really appreciate and value your feedback. If you're having any issues with your Bowflex 5.1S Stowable Bench, please feel free to reach out! Our Live Chat team can be found online at https://www.bowflex.com/ by using the Live Chat link at the top right of the page when our agents are available. We are open Sunday – Saturday from 7am to 6pm PST. You can also speak us over the phone at at (800) 605-3369, Monday – Friday from 6am to 5pm PST. - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness
    Cons mentioned:
    Height adjustment

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Sturdy bench with Minor inconveniences.

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good sturdy bench, great for my workout space I made in my at home office. Easy to put together. I have 3 very minor (for me) issues. The space between the cushions is a little farther than I’d expect. The wheels to move it come out right where you’d normally plant your feet, so you’ll have to get used to that. 3. In order to change the incline position is a peg that needs to be unscrewed. I would expect a peg that can be pulled out like on other benches. Overall the pros vastly outweigh the cons for me, and I really Enjoy this

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage, Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    STURDY EXERCISE BENCH

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This bench is very sturdy and easy to assemble. The adjustable section of the bench is nice because it gives you multiple settings while at the same time the mechanism is very easy to operate. I bought this because it's easy to store in the upright position and because it is a Bowflex product. I was also able to purchase it at a time when there was a promotion from the best from Best Buy so its price was significantly better than anywhere else

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are always looking to improve, and your feedback is invaluable. - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Assembly, Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Well worth the price

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Feels like the Tesla of workout benches. Perfectly engineered. Tough enough to handle us bigger people and yet as comfortable as a luxury ride. Some assembly is required but it’s very easy to put together and start working out (only two sizes of hex wrenches are required and they are included).

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      We appreciate your feedback and value your opinions. Thanks for taking the time to share yours with us! - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Assembly, Sturdiness

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good work bench

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Good quality weight bench. Easy to assemble and seems sturdy. One star less for the large gap between the back and the base. This gap is uncomfortable, something other people have complained about. Easy to transport and stow away. The wooden base may not be durable

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      We appreciate your feedback and value your opinions. Thanks for taking the time to share yours with us! - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Assembly, Storage

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    A great, space saving home workout bench

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is the perfect home workout bench. The delivery was as advertised and I was able to assemble it in under an hour. Plus, it can easily save space by folding up against the wall.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Storage

    Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Ok--not great.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Positives: Feels pretty solid. Stores easily. Height adjustment options are nice. Negatives: The gap that everyone is complaining about is really huge and uncomfortable in certain situations. I'm not sure how the designers of this bench thought that was OK. The screws that come with this bench are one of those really really cheap Chinese screws that will melt off if you use any amount of force. The leg holder pads are too close to the butt pad for my legs. How hard would it be to allow you do adjust the distance from the pad? A little disappointed given this is their best bench.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      Hey there - We're so sorry to hear that you are having some trouble with your 5.1S Stowable Bench. We appreciate and value your feedback and want to thank you for taking the time to provide us with this information. Your feedback has been noted. We wish you the best on your fitness journey! - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid Bench

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I chose the 3.1 because it has a knob that needs to be pulled out to adjust the height, which results in the strongest lock-up vs. the other offerings I found. Build quality is really good. I recommend adding small rubber pads to the feet so it doesn’t slide around on slick floors.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      That's wonderful to hear! Thanks for taking the time to share such positive feedback with us.
      - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Quality worth the price

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This bench is very good quality and worth the price. Great addition to any home gym!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you’re happy with your purchase and that it’s meeting your expectations. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we truly appreciate your support. - BowFlex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Assembly, Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good bench

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Sturdy and easy to put together. A little pricey , but overall great !

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Assembly, Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great bench!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The bench is sturdy, well-made, and easy to assemble. I'm very happy with my purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Solid bench

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This bench works great and is high quality. Assembly was easy. After a few weeks of use I recommend. Yes the gap is significant between the seat and back but it does not really impact me. I am 6’2 and not really an issue. I use bow flex 1090 dumbbells and between my weight and nearly 200 pounds of weights it is solid.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Perfect Bench for exercise

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    Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great bench for all weight exercises. Found it simple and easy to use. Very comfortable and holding up well. It delivers the features promised and kids love the colors!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      We appreciate you and your feedback!
      We are happy you are enjoying your 5.1S STOWABLE BENCH.
      We wish you the very best on your fitness journey! - Bowflex Team Bowflex

  • Pros mentioned:
    Sturdiness

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    It came on time

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This was a Christmas gift for my husband and he loved it. I ordered it on the 21st and it arrived at my door step on 23rd just as scheduled. Solid, durable, foldable and easyon the eyes.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Bowflex Customer Service
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      We appreciate you and your feedback! We are delighted you are enjoying your 5.1S bench! We wish you the very best on your fitness journey! - Bowflex Team Bowflex

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