TITAN fitness flat bench vs Rogue Utility bench

This is a comparison between the TITAN fitness flat bench and Rogue Utility bench including pros, cons, and alternatives. This article was originally posted in Which TITAN bench to get? Follow the links for 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 TITAN fitness flat bench

This is an overview of the TITAN fitness flat bench including pros, cons, and alternatives. This article was originally posted in Which TITAN bench to get? Follow the links for details.

Overview of the TITAN flat weight bench

Price: $135

The TITAN flat weight bench is a simple flat bench with two T posts. This is what most people think of when they are imaging a home gym with a bench in it. The design is simple and classic. Great bench to get in bulk or, a starting setup or a second bench in a bigger home gym setup beside an incline. The full specifications of this bench are:

Meets requirements for Competition Bench
Rigid Steel Base
Comfortable Padding
Sleek Leather Finish
Wheels for Quick Workout Changes
Overall Length: 52-in.
Overall Width: 17-in.
Overall Height: 17-in.
Bench Width: 12-in.
Bench Length: 48-in.
Capacity: 1,000 lb.

This is a low price, practical bench from TITAN for many purposes.Just do not expect too much from it.

Pros of the TITAN flat weight bench

The pros of the TITAN flat weight bench are:

Low price
Easy to transport
Versatile

This is a bench that can be used for many purposes without hassle. With the low price, it also will not be a problem to use the hell out of it. Especially if you are planning on stepping on this bench quite a lot, it is a great piece to get. As with all TITAN products the price undercuts the market by about half for a comparable product.

Cons of the TITAN flat weight bench

Cons of the TITAN flat bench are:

Fairly light
Finish
Not adjustable

This bench is fairly and easy to move around. This is great if you are not a beast bench presser, but pretty counterproductive if you have a massive bench. In that case, you right want to opt for the Hefty bench instead which is just slightly more expensive.

As with all TITAN products the quality of the finish and material is slightly worse compared to similar products from Rogue or Eleiko. A company has to cut some corners to save against their competition and this is usually done in how fast and well things are put together or how much money is being spent on the material in the first place.

For home gym owners it might be a better choice to get an adjustable bench to have more variety. Most commercial gms will buy one or two adjustable benches and then fill the remaining slots with a flat bench like this one to save cost.

Alternatives to the TITAN flat weight bench

Alternatives to the TITAN flat weight bench are:

The hefty bench is a great option for anyone who weighs more than 120kg. It is also a good option if you already have a massive bench press, but still want to be able to move your bench around easily.

The FID adjustable bench has the same amount of padding than the TITAN flat bench, but can be adjusted for several inclines. This is a good versatile option for any gym at a reasonable price.

The single post competition is very similar to the flat bench with one major change. At the foot end of the bench you only have a single post. This makes it easier to get into an arching position for the bench press, as the feet of the bench do not get in the way.

Conclusion to the TITAN flat weight bench

The TITAN flat weight bench is a classic design at a reasonable price from a budget vendor. It does not do a lot, but it does what it says on the tin. If you do not have any specific requirements for your bench press setup and just want an all-purpose bench for your gym which does the job, this is the one to get.