REP fitness AB-3000 bench vs Rogue Westside bench
This is a comparison between the Rep Fitness AB-3000 bench and the Rogue Westside bench. Follow the links for more details.
Overview and review of the Rogue Westside bench 2.0
The Westside 2.0 comes in at $725 and are a great addition to your existing gym to widen the possible exercises you can do. This article was originally published in "Which bench to get to from Rogue".
What else to consider from Rogue
Most popular Rogue bench
This is an overview of the most popular Rogue benches based on views and click throughs for purchase on Marathon-Crossfit.com in 2020. If you want to dig deeper on the details of the data you can read what were the most popular rogue products in 2020.
These were the most popular rogue benches on
Marathon-CrossFit.com in 2020. The rankings were as followed:
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The
Rogue AB3 is the most expensive bench you can get from Rogue. In return, you get a monster of a bench that can do incline and decline bench presses. I am not a huge fan of decline bench presses, especially for a home gym where you might pin yourself without any help around. Therefore I lean more towards the
AB2.
You can read the full review of the AB3 by following this link.
The
Rogue adjustable bench 2.0 is a cheaper design than the
AB2 which does the same thing. I personally prefer the pin and lock system of the
AB2 as it is sturdier and leaves you with less risk of catching your fingers in it. The
adjustable bench 2.0 is easier to adjust but more likely to slip a notch during exercise when not put in place correctly or catch a finger in the mechanics. You can read the full review of the
Rogue adjustable bench 2.0 via this link.
Overview of the Westside bench 2.0
The
Rogue west side 2.0 is a bolt-together version of the Westside
bench to bring down the cost in production and shopping. You will have more moving parts, but it is still a 1000+ pound
bench press set up for the serious athletes. One of the main features of this
bench is that you can adjust it in 1” increments and use it with bands and chains effectively. If you are a fan of the west side training method and benching big this is a great option. The specifications of the
Westside 2.0 bench are:
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Made in the USA
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2x3" 11-Gauge Uprights with Westside hole spacing
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Total Height: 54.625"
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Bench Height: 17.5” (adjustable up and down by 1" increments)
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1000+LB weight capacity
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Your choice of either a 12" wide standard bench pad or a 14.5" wide Thompson Fat Pad™ (at additional cost)
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NEW Bolt-Together Design with 0.625" Hardware
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NEW 7-Gauge Reinforced Steel Spine Under Pad
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NEW Laser-Cut Rogue Side Panels
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Infinity J-Cups with UHMW inserts to protect the bar knurl
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24" Pin/Pipe Safety Set
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4 Adjustable Band Pegs
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NEW Optional Spotter Decks (at additional cost)
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Color: Black
If you are into the Rogue setup for west side benching, this is the way to go.
Pros of the Westside 2.0
This is a lower-cost version of the west side bench and is probably one of the most cost-efficient setups in the market I which you can comfortably go to 1000 pounds for the bench press.
Cons of the West side 2.0
Compared to other bench stations or combos you will have little to no plate storage and no support for heavy incline or decline bench presses. If you care about a 1000 pound bench press you will probably more than this.
Alternatives to the Westside 2.0
If you care about a west side bench I would conveniently assume that you already own a normal bench press setup or just don’t care about getting a portable bench.
The
west side bench is the big brother of the 2.0. You will have fewer moving pieces and bigger beams which brings the cost up but also means that you get more integral stability. If you have the money and do not want to transport the
bench often, why compromise?
Summary for the Westside 2.0
The
west side 2.0 is a great option for the serious athlete who wants to train at home with a buddy. If you are equipping a professional gym you might as well go for the big one.
Overview and review of the REP fitness AB-3000 bench
This is an overview of the REP fitness AB-3000 bench including pros, cons, and alternatives. The original was published under which rep fitness bench to buy. Follow the links for more details.
REP AB-3000 FID Adjustable bench
This bench is a great low-budget option to build a solid gym. It is not as beefy as the
AB-5200 but still great for most home gym settings. The only downside is the considerable gap on this bench. The full specifications of this bench are:
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7 different angles, including -20 (decline), 0 (flat), 20, 35, 50, 65, and 85 degrees
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Weight capacity: 1,000 lb
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Thick, firm, 2.5" pad wrapped in very durable textured vinyl for maximum comfort and support.
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Wheels allow for efficient maneuvering around the gym.
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Solid steel ladder.
A great bench on a budget with which you can not do a lot wrong.
Pros of the REP AB-3000 FID Adjustable bench
This is a bench that is easy to adjust and comes with a leg attachment for added stability. REP fitness also did a great job by using a grippy sie face leather for all their benches which makes you less likely to slide on the bench itself.
Cons of the REP AB-3000 FID Adjustable bench
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Vertical handle
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Hands can get caught
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Gap in flat position
Even though you still find vertical handles on many benches out here to transport this design is not of its time anymore. A horizontal handle is easier to use and makes it more convenient to lift the bench off the ground to wheel it around.
This bench has no protective rail on the hook system to get it upright. This means your hand can get caught. The
REP AB-5200 design does a better job of protecting your fingers.
The biggest downside of this bench is the big gap in the flat bench position. If this turns you off you should go for the
AB-5200 or
AB-5000 instead.
Alternatives to the REP AB-3000 FID Adjustable bench
If you want to save a little more money you can opt for the smaller
REP 3100 which comes with very similar functions like the
3000.
The
REP 5200 is the top-of-the-line bench from REP fitness with all the bells and whistles. You will be hard-pressed to find another adjustable bench to at big and well designed for under $500.
The
Rogue adjustable bench 2.0 is the bench that I own as I have a fully equipped gym from Rogue fitness. This model is not outlandishly priced like the
AB3 and the
AB2 but still more expensive than the REP fitness models. In return, you get a high-quality almost
zero gap bench made in the US.
The
TITAN Max adjustable FID bench is the low-cost player in the market for adjustable benches. What TITAN saves you in money they cut short in quality control. Be mindful when you opt for TITAN.
Conclusion for the REP AB-3000 FID Adjustable bench
Great low a budget all-around option if you don’t mind the gap in the flat bench position.