Best Adjustable Bench for Home Gym? REP AB-5200 Review & Comparison
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- Опубліковано 16 лип 2024
- Is the Rep Fitness AB-5200 the best adjustable bench for a home gym? After owning and reviewing benches from Rogue Fitness, Rep, Ironmaster and others I have to say, this is a bench worth looking at (especially that clear coat).
In this video I compare the Rep AB-5200 to the Rogue Adjustable Bench 3.0 (ladder style benches), Rep's AB-5000 (pop pin system) and even make some mention of the Ironmaster Super Bench Pro (foot lever adjustment). All well reviewed adjustable benches for home gyms but hopefully after watching this video you'll be able to pick the best adjustable bench for your gym.
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0:00 Introduction
1:41 Clear Coat Finish
2:34 Ladder Adjustment System
4:05 The Back Pad & Seat
5:35 Build Quality
7:34 Bench Specs
9:57 Alternative Choices - Спорт
Let us know what benches you want in our adjustable bench showdown!
Rogue AB 3.0 and Primefitness adjustable bench with all the attachment.
Show them with the new name Gobroke's Gym.
too bad they don't ship to Singapore...
@@yiukwong___ International shipping of the single and heavy item is even more expensive than the item itself.
@@sagaking9736 yeah that's why I can't get it 😭😭
I'm sorry I've caused such pain 😂😥
12 min video on a bench I've owned? I'm in!
And have reviewed
I been doing the whole garage gym thing for over 10 years now. So I didn't have that issue with a shortage of gym equipment during covid lock down. Over the years I bought and resold a lot of equipment. By far rep and Ironmaster are my favorite gym equipment companies. Home/garage gyms are very addictive.
Awesome video!
Thanks! It's important to note that some of these companies have been around awhile and that always plays a role with me.
That bench looks awesome!!! Great job on this Gluck!
Thanks! Glad to hear the feedback, I never truly know because I'm always so close to it you know?
I wasn’t planning on buying this, but after watching your video today, you convinced me. Thanks for the great review. Right now I only have a flat bench. You convinced me that I need an adjustable bench. Great video man.
I'm sorry I'm spending your money 😢😂
Just ordered one…in clear coat. Should be here on Wednesday. 🤟 Thanks for the review
Best bench I have ever owned. When flat it feels as solid as a comp bench. I find that whatever little side to side play the back pad has disappears once I am weighted down with a bar or dumbbells. Keep posting the great content!
Glad to hear it! It's really a great bench, hard to want much more (but I can always dream)
Wow, great video man. I've been happy with my AB3000 but now I feel the need to upgrade. Thanks a lot Gluck!
My only job is to get people to spend more money so you're very welcome
@@GlucksGym I would but I'm boycotting REP until they approve my affiliate application
@@KaizenDIYGym you gonna he waiting 😂
I just recently upgraded from the Rep AB 5000 to the Get RX'D FidAB-2 bench. It is definitely an upgrade in every way from the AB5000 and I highly recommend you review it if possible. I Always enjoy your content. Have a blessed day.
Been working towards reviewing that one and hope to get it done eventually. Just needed a break from benches 😂
Omg Gluck, I never thought about it. I could literally use my adjustable bench as chairs for the dinning room. You are a genius.
See, now you can justify so many more benches!
@@GlucksGym this is perfect though. You can put it on incline and take a nap after a huge meal.
@@satinderjit4 now that's thinking
thanks for the review!
Thanks for the support!
Been gone for a minute but glad to be back and seen the channel has grown and I see SR. Gluck has gotten a little funnier, I said a little ;)
Hey a little funnier is the best compliment I've ever gotten! Channel is growing but please don't leave again, I almost gave up and deleted the channel.
@@GlucksGym yeah yeah I won’t leave again, wouldn’t want you to delete the channel over little old me. Lol 😂
@@ciscothekid9131 DON'T THINK I WON'T!
Another great video!
Thank you! Glad you think so
Nice review and comparison with the oThers. The 5200 is surely a quality piece and with or without my fix (thanks for the mention), it will satisfy most everyone! Really wish they had that raw clear finish when I bought mine.
I thought it was a cool idea. Mine didn't really have any wobble but I thought it would be nice for people to see. And thanks!
@@GlucksGym Absolutely agree. I’m glad to see that Rep seems to listen to the community providing feedback to improve their products where possible. Glad your bench is solid! Happy to help where I can because I’ve gained so much from others sharing info here.
@@twistedbarbell3950 trying to do my part to help out!
I was on the edge on pulling the trigger on this bench, but then I saw Gluck announced he'd be reviewing it I held back just to see what he'd say. Well thanks to Gluck, now I've gotta spend more money.
My plan is working!
Great content mane. Would love a review on the prime bench, since it's only 94lbs
That bench is getting a few votes, you guys are going to bankrupt me!
great vid! thank you
Thanks John!
I love that clear coat. Had to stop myself from getting a rack that finish over Black Friday since I move soon and have no clue if a 6 post will fit in my new space. One day though.
I kind of wish mine was clear but the damn attachments are all black so I tried to match the colors a little (on my new one)
I’m really happy with mine, this thing is a tank! I was torn between this one and the AB5000. My only complaint is you can’t do inclines inside the rack if you have the lat/low row system, no big deal really. Man that clear coat is amazing.
The clear coat rocks! Can't go wrong with either of those (or really any of these 3).
I think Im coming here for comedy more than the gym reviews. LOL Great personality
Hey as long as you keep watching we're happy 😂
I went for AB 5000 for the incline feature and zero gap. Thanks
Checking this out. I’m hearing alot of positive comments about rep and their benches
Still the king of benches
The clear coat looks sick! Now to get that anabolic chair in clear coat as well
That poor chair 😵
I got REP PR and AB 5000 both in red which are nice...but I'm a huge Raiders fan and would love the clear coat rack and bench to fit the theme.
A man of great taste, I have those exact things except I need to put my rack together
Love the vids, keep em comin'!! Question for you, will Ironmaster Super Bench Pro attachments fit the Rep Fitness AB 5200 or 5000?
They do not fit, the tubing sizes are different. Thanks for the support!
@@GlucksGym Arghhh...was really hoping they were compatible! Love my Rep bench but would like some attachment options. Thanks for checking!
@O'Riordan's Productions you're welcome. I would've checked quicker if one wasn't in the dining room and the other stuck in the corner of the basement atm
I'd like to see you talk about Primes Bench as well at some point if possible!
Come on guys stop asking for this Wynie is gonna kill me if I keep adding adjustable benches!
Love that clear coat rep offers I hope others follow suit
It looks so good!
Awesome video! Curious if you still have, and use, the AB-5200? If so, I'm curious how the clear coat is holding up now that it's been a year or more. I love the look of the clear coat, but don't know much about it's durability over the long haul. Thanks!
Still have it, still use it. I've got the 5200 2.0 on the way but they won't have clear coat on that at launch. Either way this is a quality bench and clear coat had a big sale going that we posted probably 2 weeks ago. Not sure if it's still on sale.
Don't forget the tolerance of your plates! Bar and collars, too!
8 plates for incline reps should keep those gains coming in safely.
Plates I'll give them. If I saw that on collars I'd lose it
what is the story with assembly? does it come fully assembled, partly assembled, or completely unassembled. love your channel subscribed!
I just saw you covered my question at the 7:30 minute mark..
One thing I noticed, however, since I’m a specialist in posture and biomechanics… is that you have a slight R head rotation since the camera captures more of your L ear during the video and a high L shoulder. If you don’t already see a chiropractor … I’d recommend one. If you do, perhaps something to bring up on your next appointment. Thx again for great content 👍🏼
Yeah I've noticed the tilt as well when editing. It's high on my list to get checked out. Not sure when I developed that but thanks for looking out.
Additional thought 💭… Bc you’re so aware of your health and fitness and have such a high commitment to maintaining it… you potentially could improve it a lot with specific, gentle stretching in opposite direction and holding those positions 10-20 seconds few times a day. The L shoulder may require assistance with a resistance band. Again having a specialist make some spinal adjustments and assist in rehab would help.
If you've got any resources or advice let me know and I'll get on it. I'll also be finding a chiro.
Have you thought about lining up all your benches and using them as a queen sized bed? Also, I think it’s time for you to review the Titan Max FID bench.
It's on the list to get done. You know I love me some Titan! I might need to create a new bed if I keep buying benches
Hey Gluck if you had to pick, would you get the Rogue AB 3.0 or the Rep AB 5200 ? I can get the Rogue for about $800 to my door and the Rep bench in red would be $500, that $300 savings is looking pretty tempting but I don't want to regret it if the bench ends up being shaky or unstable. I love the rest of my Rogue equipment, this would be my first Rep purchase.
I'm guessing that's the 3.0 with the premium pad? Honestly even factoring in my love of American manufacturing $300 is a lot for a comparable bench. They're both rock solid, you saw my 520p with the bolt tight (which it already was), the rogue bolt not being tight would be funny since you assemble it yourself and it's much more involved. If they were the same (or remotely similar priced) I'd give it to Rogue. You can't go wrong with either but Rep has never let me down (yet).
Do you prefer the pop pin or the ladder style benches? I prefer the ladder because I've seen a lot of pop pins either break or don't work overtime.
For speed I like the ladder, it's just quicker and simple. I've never had issues with my pop pins but more pieces, more things that can break. Pop pin can be more secure though
Pop pin is more secure than ladder. The adjustable benches that allow you to do sit ups are usually pop pin style.
I have the AB5200 and have no complaints at all. I am not completely sold on the clear coat. Maybe it looks better in person.
It looks great! Idk about durability but the looks are top notch
@@GlucksGym Would you be able to do a 1 year on review, updating on the clear coat? Thinking aesthetically it would look quite nice with Ironmaster dumbbells and a concept 2 bike erg. A black and silver theme.
Why can't the 5200 use the decline pad?
It would be perfect if it could
Can u recommend a budget leg extension bench ?
Can you please review the Get RX'D FIDAB-2 ADJUSTABLE BENCH? I'm really interested in this bench, but there aren't that many reviews about it.
Yeah it's on our list. I just need to convince Wynie we need 3 more benches before the big showdown 😂
Wondered how the clear coat is holding up after a year Gluck? I was hoping to get the new BW and thinking I may hold out till the Clearcoat is an out. For context, I'm in the UK and have to buy via one of their distributors so would be a bit of a pain should anything go wrong
Mine still looks great. Honestly it's looking better than a few of the fancier clear grind we have.
Could you do a review of the Vulcan Prime bench?
I might have to add that one to to list as I've seen a few comments about it
@@GlucksGym any thoughts on the Vulcan adjustable bench? Has more adjustments,narrow pad.
I've long wondered what's the big difference between this tier of benches and the Rep AB-3100? I've got a 3100 and its been perfectly fine.
Great job on this channel - I always look forward to watching your new posts!
The big difference is the weight and rigidity. The higher tier benches are solid and heavy and almost feel like they won’t move despite being set at different angles. That and the finish options too. Usually has nicer finish details all over the bench.
There’s nothing wrong with the bench you have, it’s just a nicer product, especially if you need the stability on heavy weights, to have a nicer adjustable bench.
Thank you! KoZmo's pretty dead on there. These are more beefy and refined but they'll both work. I will be covering that level of bench as well just trying to get through this current tier.
@@GlucksGym
Glad to be of service, sir
o7
Can Chest Press replace bench press?
The basement is where the gym equipment belongs anyways :)
You might like a joke I make in our next video 😇
What do you recommend ladder style or blade adjustable system, winch is more stable?
They're both (depending who makes them) very stable. I like ladder style over pop pin because they're quicker to adjust but I've got benches in both styles I really like.
@@GlucksGym Thanks, I don't really care much about the speed of the adjustment but i saw some complaints about the back pad of the AB 5200 shake a little more than supposed
Tighten the bolt, they all ship like that. It's fine
Can you do preacher curl benches
I could and would love to butly one but Wynie seems to think I don't need one 😂
Used your affiliate code to buy the clear coat version of this bench. Now go buy yourself something new! 😂
hahaha. If only they paid that well. Thanks for thinking of us!
Lol um think I have those exact adidas fleece pants, slickdeal it?
Hm maybe do the Powerblock Sport bench vs Ironmaster Super Bench Pro. They seem to be the most similar in terms of versatility.
Wynie got me those pants! Something along the lines of stop walking around without pants on all the time or nude idk what she said. I've never tried the PB bench but I'd probably put it in a different budget range vs these ones.
@@GlucksGym
Yea those are some definitely high end benches, granted there are other crazier high end ones.
I think PB and IM benches fall in the mid tier price range? Like it's one step above walmart ones, yet as you said, below those commercial benches.
Anyways, awesome video. Stay real, you're like the ProjectFarm of Gym Equipment. Lol well not really, you're your own thing
Def agree though Iron going up to 465 gets it too close to the 5200 to not be compared. It's in an odd place now but I was trying to get this level done then go more to the "budget" level
@@GlucksGym
Oh dang, didn't know they raised their prices. Currently it's 460 lol so I guess they kinda went down in price
Got mine for 400 during their lottery thing and ended up selling the Standard bench version.
Yeah I got mine back in the 400 days. Great bench for the versatility but with my space I suppose I don't really need all the attachments.
Wep is weally weally good for the pwice. Especially against wogue
Your R key is broken?
@@sagaking9736 lmao I’m just poking fun at Gluck since his R vocal chord malfunctioned for a second
You'd think after 70 videos I could talk but you'd be surprised how incompetent I am
Wish it had the ankle to pads/restraints.
Can’t convince me to buy another bench I’m really happy with rogue 3.0 it feels like hammer strength bench and I love the feeling the pad and angles and it matches my rack 😂 only downside is that wen I use the bench prop the back part is not upright is at a angle
Everyone can use another bench 😁 ok maybe not me... 😂
no one ever commented first so i’m doing it 😮💨😮💨
Sometimes I get so sad when my friends forget me... I would never forget them
1:34 🔥
hahaha when we reviewed the video I said, Wyn we should put a joke in there because it looks like that's what I'm trying to do by having that clip there. And she said, nah, nobody will notice 😂
If the terminator was an adjustable bench!
Hmmm but where was the terminator manufactured?!
I've had my eye on the Bells of Steel Adjustable bench. Would love to see how they compare especially since they're my current go to since I'm in Canada.
Wish REP would ship here :(
Gearforfit sells benches that seem to come from the same Chinese supplier as Rep. I have their C3 bench which is the same as an FB5050, just without the Rep branding.
@@glavny7754 I have the Gearforfit preacher curl. Solid construction, nice firm vinyl and foam. VERY happy with the quality.
I'm in Mississauga, so I have the REP and titan stuff shipped to the UPS store near Buffalo, NY then go over to pick up. :)
I want to like Rep but my god the Quality control nightmares I’ve had dealing with them made me give up
I had the 5200 but the frame was bent somehow, and the replacement came all messed up. Great people though it’s just their packing? Their QC? I don’t know what it is but it bums me out
Idk though I've never had issues with them. I can't say the same with much... Larger American companies but in the end they've made it right. I mean towards well known and reputable companies because outside of those there's a lot of landmines
@@GlucksGym
Yeah I get it. It’s just one of those things, I’m an outllyer I guess. I’ve tried ordering a bunch of things from Rep and I can almost guarantee I will have an issue once it gets to me. Rogue on the other hand over the years, haven’t had a single issue with but I know others have.
I want to like the smaller guys though but man! So many failed delivery’s from Rep and Titan, maybe my UPS hates China? Hell one time I had a power bar bent, how the hell does that happen?? Throwing it off a plane? Running it over with a forklift?
Sigh…. I’m cursed to be a rogue fanboy
I dare you to buy and make a video on the Irwin Fitness Adjustable bench.
Why would you say such things!?
You know that baby blue they offer is not that color shown online. It’s actually a beautiful sky blue. It feels very patriotic haha
I will be getting more blue in the future
I debated photoshopping in a real pic of the finish but didn't want mess with the listing
I feel like adjustable benches are just too long and a shorter bench would be more versatile, and versatility is the entire purpose of adjustable benches. With a short bench on an incline you can do more things where you're facing the bench, e.g. seal rows with your knees on the seat or spider curls but with these long benches your face is smashed into the bench. With a shorter bench you could do tricep extensions overhead, or skullcrushers with an ez curl bar on an incline without the extra headsupport getting in the way, or you could improvise a preacher curl at a high angle, with these size benches you can't because at 70+ degrees its like shoulder height. You seem like a normal sized guy and theres almost a foot of extra bench above your head when youre doing the incline presses there. The extra length doesn't serve much purpose unless you're about 7 feet tall, or like you say you want to flat bench without sitting across the joint, which seems like you dont want an incline bench if that is your purpose.
I agree with you and I’m a taller guy. Found a bench that fits your criteria? What do you use?
I agree completely. I owned this bench and sold it and haven’t regretted it. It was heavy duty and looked cool but that side to side play is a low hanging fruit that they could’ve fixed by now. In fact a competitor addressed it in Get RX’d. The ladder style system itself is all hype right now. It’s literally like a half second quicker to adjust lol. Pop pin is still quick and is more stable. I own a Rogue AB-2 now, got a steal price locally yet I still kept my IronMaster Super Bench Pro because it’s shorter and lighter.
Desert storm you need to get an iron master super super bench pro. It is short and compact as you would like.
I'm trying not to buy another bench but you're not making it easy. 😒 Great video as usual 👌
I'm sorry 😢 but thank you!
@Gluck's Gym 🤣🤣🤣
Ah, so the new squat rack is from Rep!
I don’t think the Rogue 3.0 is better, even if it was the same price. The premium foam pad brings the back width down to 11”
What about the GetRXd FID-AB?
The GetRXd is on the list to review! But maybe I should get this place together first... And deal with the basement equipment
Good review but needed more innuendos
I did think I could've poured some more jokes in 😂
Xebex FIDAB-2.
I think that's the Get RXd and it's on our list!
@@GlucksGym it's on my list of choices to purchase, so a review would be much appreciated.
@@GlucksGym That's the one. I have one and like it, I just wanted to put it out there for comparison.
What about the Rogue AB-3 ??
overpriced AF
Because of the price I didn't compare it. I wonder if they'll do a redesign of that now as well
@@GlucksGym have you ever used it? If so, how does it compare?
If they shipped to Canada I might choose this as my adjustable bench when the time comes to pick one up. But noooo I have to spend $50,000 to get one from Rogue
Only 50k? You should get two incase one gets damaged
@@GlucksGym smart, I'll be sure to do that!
Bench +1 Gluck +2 1:32 +100
T H I C C
I joked to Wynie we should put text there to make a joke but the funniest part is I didn't plan the words and shot to line up like that
Any discussion of benches and price points needs to include country of origin.
Rogue is building its products in Columbus, Ohio with entirely USA sourced steel. I bet they are paying $50 an hour minimum after benefits and payroll taxes.
Rep is surely paying somewhere around $8.00 per hour in China.
The question isn’t why is the Rep bench cheaper, but rather why isn’t it 1/3 the price of the Rogue bench?
But either way, if it’s always “price point” then Rep is always going to be the obvious choice. It’s not junk like most Titan products, but less expensive than Rogue.
Very true, that is mentioned in each of the benches reviews (AB 5000, Super Bench Pro, and Rogue AB 3.0) though not sure how I didn't mention that here. American manufacturing is very important and something I always try to talk about. The quality difference isn't always as far off as it used to be with robotics, etc but the value of the US shouldn't be understated.
Answer is robotics. Not a ton of labor involved in this production anymore. Pieces cut with a laser cutter, put into a jig and robotically welded, then robotically painted. Rogue's comes completely disassembled while REP's is almost completely assembled.
@@rjm656 companies like Rep have pointed to robotics and their American designers, as to why made in the USA doesn't matter much. Rogue has 850 employees as of 2020, and it wouldn't surprise me if that number isn't over 1000 now. I don't begrudge someone for saving a buck, but do feel country of origin should be mentioned as long as the price is.
As it is in every other video I've made covering these companies
@@GlucksGym Agreed. I wasn't piling on. Your videos are awesome, as are you. :-)
I really don't want the best of anything. I really don't make the "best" amount of money. Would really like some "good enough" reviews because that's the type of money I have.
I hear you there. Got any suggestions? I'd love to hear your thoughts.
@@GlucksGym Well, I don’t actually want to fill your gym with the same “quality” of equipment that I have in mine, but you could always do something else with the item after you review it. I would love to see more comparisons between the great equipment you have and the cheaper stuff. I mean I will not spend over 200 for an adjustable bench, and I probably wont ever own a piece of equipment from Rogue. My top end stuff is probably Titan Fitness 😂
Oh you know why you NEEDED a new bench hahahahaha
No one has compared the new Rogue foam pad to Reps pad. I wish I knew which one had better grip. Literally 340,000,000 Americans and no one has compared them. Smh
But I love your new bench and would love to have it in my home. Well not your bench lol. My own. ;-)
If it was ever in stock for me I'd be right there, just gotta wait... A few more months?
@@GlucksGym If Rogue can sell just the upgrade to you that would allow you to compare/contrast not just the Rogue best to the Rep best but also the different versions of the Rogue 3.0 Plus you wouldn’t have to buy an entirely new bench. And we could all watch another review! And your Rogue bench would look more badass. A win for everyone here! Will definitely stay tuned!! ;-D
Ouch...RIP Chair.....
She gone!
@@GlucksGym She Gone!
Almost forgot it’s Thursday
I've never been so sad
I was like sweet I am about to see the dude’s new double garage gym, but then I was like awe hell full of 😩 dismay……..it’s just another AB5200 review lol DJ repeat 🔁 over here geeze
Just kidding buddy but the clear coat does looks sweet
😭 How could you! The gym is still being worked on! Ceiling will be painted this weekend but you're not gonna see it for awhile
I just thought you were Superman with winter beak lol. We had 3 days of out school for Snow in
TN could have helped ya out lol
The sheetrock and ceiling paint are the last big ones. Then I can start putting it back together
Wep weview.
I love wep!
There is no comparison between this bench and the ironmaster bench is there? The ironmaster bench looks like a toy next to the other benches
Before the price increase on the super bench I would've said they were far enough apart you could consider the super bench at a different level but now... The super can do a lot more (with the attachments) but what the 5200 does it does near perfectly. These 3 are commercial quality, the super is more home gym /versatility level
@@GlucksGym I just wish rep made a leg extension/ curl attachment for the 5100. That's what I really want
I swear somewhere I saw a CAD design from them that was a leg ext/curl and I was told there's some changes coming to the 5200 (no clue when) but none of that's official
@@GlucksGym how would it attach to the 5200?
They were early designs with nothing noted but it could also be for the 5000. For the 5200 they'd have to do a redesign
Brother, you need a fade haircut. Tell your barber you want a skin fade with a cowlick. You have the size but that's a boy's haircut.
I'm just happy I still have hair
Looks like a respectable hair cut to me. Worry about yourself
I really gotta stop watching you and Brandon cuz 2 words always come into play...need? or Want! **sigh** decisions decisions...
I was on the edge on pulling the trigger on this bench, but then I saw Gluck announced he'd be reviewing it I held back just to see what he'd say. Well thanks to Gluck, now I've gotta spend more money.
I'm really sorry 😢 you might wanna block the channel
Another great video!
You're just saying that so I cover that sick new bar you're working on!
@@GlucksGym did I mention how good looking you are?
Your plan is working
@@GlucksGym hahaha