SNODE AD80 Drop Proof 80 lbs Adjustable Dumbbell Set -Adjustable Weights with Cast Iron Plates and Cradle, Knurled Handle, Fast Adjust, Compact Home Gym Equipment for Bench & Press

I've been working out at home for many years and have used the Bowflex 552s for over a decade. You can see them in the picture and I don't regret buying them. After one finally broke, I looked around at a better, heavier set of adjustable dumbbells. I looked at - and tested - a number of different products including Powerblocks and NuoBells. I finally settled on the Snodes since they easily adjust, they are cast iron and they feel like real dumbbells. I'm not disappointed at all. They're exceptionally well made and even with 70-80 pounds on the bar the weights don't wiggle or feel loose. The mechanism to adjust is easy and rarely binds (and then simply pushing down the dumbbell a bit more to fit it in better works every time), allowing for quick adjustments. The more compact size allows me to get a better range of motion on many exercises. The only downside is the 10 pound increments. If you get these, spend a bit of extra money and get some 2.5lb magnetic weights as the 1.25s are inadequate and they stick out too much, making it more difficult to rest them on your legs while getting into positions for stuff like the bench press. But they feel great, the 80lbs is plenty and they're just really well made. Other products either felt bulky, cheap or awkward. The stand is also well made and was easy to put together. Not having to pick the weights off the floor is a major benefit to my 55 year old back. A home gym is an investment in your health and you're worth the extra money to buy better, well-made equipment.

Updated review: As previously stated the product is 5/5, very well built; since original review I received an email that Amazon sold Snode AD80 dumbbells and variations now have (great) 2 year warranty. I’ve never had such good experience with customer care. Amazing product and now amazing customer service. Also another note: the side dial mechanism is ideal if you want to attach Kettlebell handles to Snode AD80. ————— Initial review: Dumbbells themselves deserve 5 stars, IMO best adjustable dumbbells out there (I’m coming from PowerBlock Elite 90lb and Bowflex 552 ); easy and quick to change weight, enough weight for most people and most lifts, very well built; Reason for 3 stars on Amazon: beware when you purchase Snode AD80 on Amazon you only get 1 year warranty, these are very well built dumbbells and I don’t think anyone will need a warranty used that early but still would be good to get the same warranty as buying from website (2 years) I was told the reason is slightly lower price on Amazon and to encourage buyers to buy directly from their own website.

The packing was good - foam everywhere! Even though it was 103 lb, 103 lb, 49 lb packages from Fedex, they survived amazingly well the travel from New Jersey. Ordered via Amazon on July 31st, delivered on August 8, so decent for delivery time. They promised by August 25, so guess maybe it could go longer. No damage to the contents. The weight rack is heavy duty - all cast iron. One bracing component is heavy sheet metal in the back, but that is complemented by another brace of steel 1/8 inch thick. The legs themselves are exceptionally heavy duty - I would hazard a guess it could even support a small car. The weight cradles (which come with the weights) are compatible with the rack - they sit on top of the rack and then are held down on top of it with L-brackets, not bolted on. That did surprise me. I did have some issue with getting one of the cradles to not slide around due to the spacing of the L-brackets not making contact, so I had to fill in the gap with some washers then cinch it down. It didn't move around at all when I used it with those spacers in place, so I'm okay with this only modification I had to make. The weights themselves are very solid - only one plastic piece used to select the weights, but otherwise is all metal. I don't think that plastic piece will be a problem. The weights fit well in the cradle and rack, I did have to rotate them a bit sometimes putting them back in each time (there is a knob on the bottom as a safety that lets the weights be adjusted, when lifted the safety engages so the weights can't be accidentally adjusted off). I didn't notice any more rattle with these than my old power blocks, maybe just slightly less. There is some medium/heavy gnarl on the handles of the weights. I like that for grip, but it does make using regular straps on them troublesome since you can't rotate the dumbbells in the cradle to get the straps wrapped around. When I switched to my off brand versa grips, it worked great with them. Weight distribution was great, the dumbbells felt balanced.... until... You put the magnetic 1.25 lb weights on them for adders. So you have to be strategic about where you put those magnets to have a good balance. The magnets are very strong - don't need to worry about them falling off! They work on my power blocks too. There are 4 per dumbbell for a total of 8. However, this only gets you up to 5 lb additions per dumbbell, so you can't do things like 27.5, but can do 22.5. I'm considering getting a 5 lb magnetic adder - still on the fence about that, what I have may be good enough. The magnets can be stored anywhere on the rack since it is all metal. I'd recommend getting the adders since 10 lb jumps are a bit much. Doing shoulder press, chest press, etc - the dumbbells do have a dovetail on each end that attaches to the next plate. That dovetail sticks out about 1/8 inch and has some nasty ends on it. So when they are on your legs sitting to kick up, or when pressing if the dumbbell ends tap you (like when doing a chest press to know you went deep enough), it lets you know with a nasty poke. So, either rotate the dumbbells slightly so the dovetail faces a diff direction than the contact tap point, and wear workout sweatpants vs shorts. The rack is wide enough I can stand comfortably between the dumbbells to pick them up on either side of me, just a slight bend in the knees is all that is needed to reach. I did shoulder presses and shrugs just standing there then racked them fine. I was able to step out easy enough too with them. Not needing to bend over a flat table or deadlift to grab the weights was great. The weakest points likely of the rack are the leveling spinner legs on the bottom. Overall, would ride again.

I recently invested in the SNODE AD80 Adjustable Dumbbell Set, and it has completely transformed my home workout routine. These dumbbells are a testament to durability, with all major parts crafted from cast iron, ensuring longevity and resilience. The adjustable feature, allowing up to 80 lbs, makes them perfect for my exhaustion training, adapting seamlessly to different workout intensities. What truly sets these dumbbells apart is the precision in design. The anti-slip metal handle provides a secure grip, and the compact design allows for efficient storage. The fast adjustability feature lets me transition between weights effortlessly, optimizing my strength training sessions. The cast iron plates are not only sturdy but also deliver a balanced feel during exercises. SNODE AD80 has truly crafted advanced strength training equipment. If you're serious about your fitness journey and demand quality, these adjustable dumbbells are a game-changer. A 5-star investment for anyone looking to elevate their home workouts with reliability, precision, and versatility!