Rogue adjustable bench 2.0 vs Utility bench

Written by Pascal Landshoeft | Jul 18, 2020 4:00:00 PM

Rogue adjustable bench 2.0 vs Utility bench

This is a comparison between the Rogue adjustable bench and the Utility bench including pros, cons and alternatives. Follow the links for more details.

Overview and review of the Monster utility bench

The Rogue Monster Utility bench comes in at $265 and is 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

Overview of the Utility bench

The monster utility bench is the workhorse in the Rogue portfolio. It is the best portable bench from Rogue which you can not adjust. The Utility bench can be customized which leaves you with six different configurations. You can choose between:

Regular height
Shorty height
Thompson fat pad
Competition pad
Standard pad

The three different pads will give you more grip when you are on the bench, depending on your size. The shorty setup enables to have the bench at the same height while having a big pad. The specs are:

Made in Columbus, OH, USA
3x3” 11 gauge steel tubing
Footprint: 44”L x 24”W
Weight (without pad): 52 lbs.
Gussets feature laser-cut Rogue "R" logo
Rubber feet for added stability
Includes hardware for assembly
Available in Standard or Shorty height
Choice of Standard, Comp Fat Pad™, or Thompson Fat Pad™
Color: Black

Pros of the Utility bench

The pros is the Utility bench is its low price and versatility. With the new pad options, there is even some individualization possible.

Cons of the Utility bench

The Utility bench can not be adjusted. Some big athletes moving very big weights might also find it to be too flimsy to bench 600 pounds on.

Alternatives to the Utility bench

Alternatives to the Utility bench are

The Rogue Adjustable bench is still budget-friendly and comes with the option to adjust the bench for incline bench presses or dumbbell exercises.

The west side bench is the ultimate station for the serious bench presser. If you aspire to or already bench more than 400 pounds, this might be the way to go.

The Rogue AB3 is the crown jewel of Rogue’s portable bench portfolio.

Summary for the Utility bench

The Rogue Utility bench is the workhorse of choice of you do not need an adjustable bench or high-performance setup

Overview and review of the Rogue adjustable bench 2.0

The Rogue Adjustable bench 2.0 comes in at $545 and is 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

Overview of the Rogue adjustable bench 2.0

The Rogue Adjustable bench 2.0 is the best value for bench out of the Rogue portfolio. This is the bench to get when you do t have the money to invest into an AB2 for your personal gym or want to upgrade from the Utility line for your commercial gym. The special features of the adjustable bench two are its cost-efficient design and the pad with no gap. This makes it a solid choice. The specifications are:

Made in the USA
(6) Adjustment Positions: 0-85 degrees
Pad Height: 17.5" , 56.25" at 85 degrees
Pad Width: 11.25" (Pad)
Length: 52" (Overall Pad Length)
Virtually No Gap between Seat/Back Pad
(2) Seat Positions: Flat or Upward Angl
Wheels and plastic-lined handle for mobility
Rubber caps on legs to prevent sliding, protect floor
Optional Spotter Deck
Color: Black

This is the bench for every occasion.

Pros of the Rogue Adjustable 2.0

Good balance between features and cost for a Rogue bench. Almost no gap between the upper and lower pad.

Cons of the Rogue Adjustable 2.0

Limited range of adjustments and no decline bench press possible.

Alternatives to the Rogue Adjstable 2.0

Alternatives to the Adjustable bench are

The AB3 is the Porsche of portable benches from Rogue. If you want to be able to do it all while still rolling the bench around, this is the one to get. However, for the price of this bench, you can also get a very good rack.

The Utility bench is not adjustable but has up to 6 custom configurations for the flat bench press. If you don’t care about the incline or decline bench press, look into the Utility bench.

Summary for the Rogue Adjustable 2.0

The adjustable bench 2.0 is the best value for money option from Rogue for an adjustable bench. Compared to other models you will save money. If you don’t want to decline bench press or bench 1000 pounds, this is the one for you.

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