Customers recognize the Carbon Strength Adjustable Bench for its easy assembly process, as many reviewers mentioned that it was simple to put together. The bench's adjustability is also a key selling point, with users appreciating its stability and mobility. However, some customers have expressed concerns about the back of the bench being slightly wobbly.
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Pros mentioned:
Adjustability, Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Workout Bench - Gym Quality
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Seeing the 2 negative reviews on this workout bench compels me to write a review, since I consider this to be 5 stars. The bench is very solid, quite heavy, and it doesn't creak / lean at all when in use. Installation wasn't the easiest, and having 2 people was a must. The nuts they provide are self-locking, so require quite a bit more torque than usual, but I don't question they're going to hold during any abuse I put this through. The final installation step is a bit odd where you are required to torque the bolt everything rotates on - too loose and everything will wobble, too tight and everything is stiff. If you mess up that step, it will easily be a 1 star bench. Read the instructions and follow that step! My advice is torque it until it's slightly too stiff and then ease up (that's what I did and I'm happy).
The foam / cushion on top is stiff yet comfortable to use, with just the right amount of give. Adjustments are easily done with oversized knobs that you'll see in any gym setting, nothing cheap about them.
Overall it's a nice addition to my home gym and I expect to get a ton of use out of it.
Photos highlight some of the positions. Placement was moved for better photo taking, which the wheels make super easy to do.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Poorly manufactured.
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The Proform bench performed nicely for around 8 months. At around 8 months (4 or 5 months of regular use) the welds that hold the stabilizing bar to the handle sheered clean off.
Proform offers a 90 day warranty (they do offer an extended paid warranty through them directly) and Best Buy does not offer any extended warranties on these products.
If you're looking for a bench that will perform well for less than a year, this is the bench for you. If you're looking for something that will last for longer than a year, steer clear of this product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from iFIT - MANUFACTURER
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Uriah
Oh no! We are sorry this bench had this unusual malfunction and that it happened after the regular manufacturer warranty had expired.
If you reach out to us at [email protected], we will look into the options available to you at this time. Reference your personalized case number in the subject line for attention: 1-R102999.
Thanks - ProForm
Pros mentioned:
Adjustability
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice bench!
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very good bench for the price. Stable. It does decline, and includes many incline options. Other reviews speak of the "one bolt that rules them all." This is true, but easy to adjust. I have had no issues once I found the sweet spot. Just tighten or loosen as desired. I wish it had an option to add the leg stabilizer at the end to help me get back up, and to not slide down the bench when in decline. We make it work though.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Top Tier Quality
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I was nervous because of the other reviews but this is easily one of the best pieces of equipment I've purchased. Took my time putting it together as one review suggested. Everything hinges on 1 bolt that just needs to be tightened if the back starts to wobble at all. Very simple to use and very sturdy. This is top tier quality at a medium to low tier price.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Best bench for the value
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The back cushion is a bit wider than I’d like(but I’m a small framed guy) The back can also seem a bit unstable due to the pin’s short length. Other than that small detail which really is super minor and doesn’t move much if you assemble it properly using the right tools and torque. This is a great bench for the cost. I was looking at 1,300-1,600 benches and compared to those this is definitely worth it.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Nice Bench
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Well made bench overall, but the back is a little wobbly.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Faulty product - not safe
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Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Originally was happy with the purchase. I’ve had the item for less than a year. Today while incline bench pressing the bench collapsed and went from incline all the way to decline in the middle of my set. Thankfully I wasn’t maxing out. This could have been much worse. Upon inspection I found no areas of neglect on my part. I no longer feel safe using this product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Better off with something else
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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 poorly designed. The seat leans to one side, as the pull-pin mechanism just barely touches the position hole. The position hole ends up resting on the rounded end of the pull-pin which causes it to lean. I tried to reinstall/adjust it multiple times, but it would always end up in the same position, causing the lean. The bench seat/backing material is really thin and feels flimsy, I trust the frame to handle the weight limit, but not the bench attached to it. The material wrapping the bench looks nice, but feels really soft and I do not think would keeps its shape after a few uses. I only used it once, and felt the bench was not stable enough for heavy usage, with heavy weights. I would highly discourage anyone from buying this overpriced bench. There are better, more stable options out there. I ended up returning it to the store.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Icon Fitness Product Expert
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JEDMO
Thank you for taking the time to review your weight bench. We are sorry that you feel it is poorly designed and that it is not stable enough for heavy usage. Our products are designed to be of the highest quality. We appreciate this feedback and will pass it along to the appropriate team.
Know that we care about your satisfaction with our products. Contact us directly at: [email protected] where we will be happy to assist you in finding a bench that may fit your needs better. Your personal case ID number is: 1-R100681.
Thanks! - ICON Health & Fitness
Pros mentioned:
Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid bench
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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! You wouldn’t think of Best Buy for gym equipment but it was much cheaper than other options of the sane quality. Watch for sales
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great workout 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 is a great work out bench. It allows me to do several workouts. Easy to assemble.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Decent for the price
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Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
It works well but I was hoping to get a more durable one. You can tell that this will need to be re screwed over time and break down.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great Bench!
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Great workout bench. Only minor complaint would be that I wish the back was a little taller when set up for incline.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good quality product
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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.
Installation was not difficult if you promptly follow the instructions provided in the manual
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from iFIT - MANUFACTURER
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Lliopqrew1
Thanks for the feedback! We're glad the instructions were clear for you to easily assemble this bench.
If you ever have questions, you can contact us at [email protected].
Thanks - ProForm, powered by iFIT
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
M10 LOCKNUT RUINED THIS BENCH
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
LITERALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO ASSEMBLE BECAUSE OF THE M10 LOCKNUT. GOOD LOOKING BENCH BUT CANT EVEN ASSEMBLE IT TO EVEN GIVE IT A TRY.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Icon Fitness Product Expert
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AdrianGym
We are sorry to hear that you are unable to assemble your bench. Can you give us more information about the M10 locknut and how it has ruined your bench? We do our best to make assembly easy for our customers when the product arrives at your home.
We care about you and want you to be able to use your bench as soon as possible. Please email us directly at: [email protected] with the personal case ID number: 1-R100649 so we can take a look into this. We look forward to getting your bench working as it is designed to.
Thanks! - ICON Health & Fitness
Pros mentioned:
Adjustability, Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Easy, Versatile Bench for the Whole Family
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
If you’re looking for an all-around easy to use and family friendly adjustable bench, this is a great option. For starters, it was extremely quick to put together. In about 25 minutes, I had it unboxed and assembled. Piece of cake. Further, it is super easy to adjust the seat and backrest. You just pull out the pin, move the seat or backrest to the desired position and the pin snaps back in to secure the desired position. The other great thing about the unit is that it is easy to move around. It has a handle on one end and built-in wheels on the other and take minimal effort to move from one location to another. My sons (10 and 9) can move it around without issue. Overall, I’m very pleased with the unit. I was given the unit at a reduced price for my honest feedback.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Adjustability, Ease of use, Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good Quality to add Complete Weight Routine
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
The ProForm Adjustable Bench was easy to set up and is easy and convenient to use. It works well and is of good quality. It improves my weight routine as I have a way to adjust my range while lifting. I have had it less than a month but feel it will last.
I previously reviewed a product for free from the company to share my honest opinion.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Adjustability, Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Amazing Adjustable Bench
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
We've owned several bench's and this is by far our favorite. The padding is comfy and it adjusts effortlessly as needed. Fair price, great value overall.
We were given the unit at a reduced price for our honest and sincere review
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Adjustability, Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
High end equipment
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Very happy with this bench. It took a little work to put together but the bolts used are very high quality and the bench is stable and doesn't make any noise when adjusting it. Very sturdy. You can tell it will last for a long time and that its quality equipment.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Mr
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
An absolute killer bench. All that i could have wanted. Easy to use and looks good as well. Recommend
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Adjustability
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solid bench.
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This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
This is a solid bench. You have to assemble it right and follow the instructions, and if you do, it's a great workout bench. Stable. Adjustable. And easy to move around with the wheels. I use it for traditional weight lifting but also as a plyo box (jumping up onto the bench).