TITAN T3 Tall power rack vs Rogue RML 690c
This is a comparison between the TITAN T3 power rack and the Rogue RML 690c. Follow the links for more details.
Rogue fitness vs TITAN Fitness
Rogue Fitness is the current market leader when it comes to a functional home gym and commercial gym equipment. They have one of the widest portfolios including racks, barbells, benches, dumbbells, and apparel for the weekend warrior and dedicated athlete. The biggest downside of Rogue Fitness is their comparatively high prices to the competition.
TITAN Fitness is the clear cost leader when you want to build a home gym on a budget that is still similar to what Rogue offers in function, look, and feel. While you will save about half on the sticker price you will run a higher risk of inconsistencies in quality compared to a purchase from Rogue. The equipment will be safe but is more likely to have blemishes, quality issues with welds or that pieces will not easily fit into place. That makes TITAN a good option for a DIY enthusiast who does not mind tinkering with their equipment, but not the first choice to get the best equipment and treat yourself.
Overview and review of the Rogue RML 690C Power Rack
The video above summarises my personal opinion for purchasing a Rogue RML 690C for a home gym. If you want to just lean back and get information, watch it and then dig into the details below. In the following paragraphs you will find details on dimensions and alternative choices. I invite you to leave a comment on Youtube if you have direct questions.
Price: 1.750
This review was originally posted in the longer article "Which strength equipment to buy from rogue" in which you can read about 25 products of Rogue which cost more than 1.000$. The Rogue RML 690C rack is a great option for style and storage to build your home gym. See the details in this article.
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Overview of the Rogue RML 690C
The Rogue
RML690C Rack weighs in at 530LB. It has 76'' of length while being 49'' in width. The height comes in at 90.375''. When you want to place the
RML690C into your gym the footprint will be 80''x53''. With this rack, you are getting the little sister of the
RM6 rack. It is compatible with the
Monster Lite series and gives you a full and
half rack to work with. The
half rack can either be used for
plate storage or have more athletes train in the rack.
The
690C is available in the following colors:
- Bright Blue
- Bright Green
- Burnt Orange
- Dark Blue
- Dark Red
- Gun Metal
- Light Gray
- Rogue Red
- Satin Black
- Satin clear
- White
In a Semi-Gloss Powdercoat. You have
Westside hole spacing at the bottom to have more options for bench pressing setups. Another big advantage of this rack is that it does not need to be bolted to the floor.
The Rogue
RML690C is a solid all in one solution for storage and training space for a home gym or in a professional gym to make the best of the space.
How many clients should the Rogue RML690C bring you?
If you think that the Rogue
RML 690C will bring you 6 new clients who pay you 50$ on a 1-year retainer it is worth the investment. This will yield 3.600$ net new revenue against an investment of 1.750$. Adjust the numbers for your own gym accordingly.
Pros of the Rogue RML 690C
The Rogue
RML 690C is a bit lighter on the budget than its bigger brother the RM6. It still provides storage options and space to train multiple athletes and hold
plates at the same time. It comes in different colors to fit your taste or gym setup depending on how you want to express your branding.
Cons of the Rogue RML 690C
The Rogue
RML690C might be a bit too big for home setups. There are reports of people who purchased it for personal use and came to the conclusion that the
490 would have more than sufficed. Think about how you will use the additional
half rack, as otherwise, it will only be a waste of valuable floor space. You can also not use the
RML 690C with the
Rhino Drop in, which is one of my personal biggest reasons not to get it.
Alternatives to the Rogue RML 690C
Here are some alternatives for you from Rogue for a budget of 1.750$
The RML4 still gives you the option to choose a color of your liking while saving you 700$ USD which can be used towards a
barbell and
plates on your first purchase for a home gym. For professional uses, you can also fit more
490C into your facilities if you already have solutions for string the
plates.
If you do not want to compromise on having a full and
half rack at your disposal you can go for the
R6. The
R6 is part of the Infinity series which uses less material to build the racks. It is still more than enough to train heavy in them as the
Monster Lite and
Monster series bear their names for a reason. With this, you would still be able to sneak in an
Ohio Bar while staying under 2.000$.
Conclusion
The Rogue RML 690C is a great option for home gyms or commercial gyms for mere mortals. Be mindful about the space you have before buying the 690 versions of Rogues racks. If you do not know what to do with the half rack at the back, go for something smaller.
Further reading
Overview and review of the T - 3 Tall power rack $539
The T3 tall power rack will put you back about $500. TITAN is well known for their very good prices compared to their competition and will get you started on your home gym. This review was originally posted in “which Titan rack to buy for over $500”
Overview of the T3 power rack
The
Titan T3 comes with 2x3 steel tubes instead of the other racks from TITAN which are available as 3x3 and 2x2. You can also get the
T3 as combos
with a pulley or a bench depending on your needs. With the 2x3 beams, you get a good solution for your home gym and wide range of attachments which are available from Titan. The price is usually around $500 - $600 depending on the time of year and Discounts applicable. With the
T3 you have the following options for your rack
Short 24" Deep Power Rack
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Weight: 230 LB
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Height: 82 1/4"
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Height of pull up bar: 77"
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Outside width: 53 1/4"
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Inside width: 42 1/8"
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Outside depth: 32 3/4
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Inside depth: 24"
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Floor space: 12.11 square feet
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Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
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Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
Tall 24" Deep Power Rack
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Weight: 281 LB
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Height: 91 1/8"
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Height of Pull Up Bar: 89"
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Inside Width: 42 1/8"
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Outside Width: 53 1/4"
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Inside Depth: 24"
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Outside Depth: 32 3/4"
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Floor Space: 12.11 square feet
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Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
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Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
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Material: Steel
Short 36" Deep Power Rack
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Weight: 254 LB
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Height: 82 1/4"
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Height of pull up bar: 77"
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Outside width: 53 1/4"
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Inside width: 42 1/8"
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Outside depth: 44 3/4
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Inside depth: 36"
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Floor space: 12.11 square feet
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Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
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Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
Tall 36" Deep Power Rack
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Weight: 281 LB
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Height: 91 1/8"
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Height of Pull Up Bar: 89"
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Inside Width: 42 1/8"
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Outside Width: 53 1/4"
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Inside Depth: 36"
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Outside Depth: 44 3/4"
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Floor Space: 16.7 square feet
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Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
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Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
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Material: Steel
With this, you have many options to think about how to integrate your future
T3 into your home gym.
Pros of the T3
A definitive pro for all TITAN products is their price compared to comparable alternatives in the market. You usually pay about half of what you might pay with others. To sweeten the deal shipping is also free with TITAN in the US. THis makes the T3 a very good option if you are on a tight budget or need to buy anything in bulk. You can also choose from multiple colors.
Cons of the T3
Who wants to compromise if you are already buying from a vendor known for its low prices. You might as well upgrade to the 3x3 versions. If you are in Europe you want to closely watch the shipping prices as they might even exceed the price of the rack.
Alternatives to the T3
The
TITAN rack is the top of the crop rack from TITAN. It has 3x3 uprights and 1” bolts. This is the heaviest and sturdiest rack you can get from TITAN. Compared to market prices it is also very affordable.
The X3 is basically the same model as the
Titan rack with two differences. It doesn’t have numbered holes on the uprights and the keyhole design. This means that you can use fewer attachments with it which you have not necessarily bought from Rogue.
The T2 model comes in various shapes and heights and can be configured differently for your home gym to make it fit your space. The main difference to the other Titan racks is that the uprights are 2x2 instead of 2x3 or 3x3.
Summary for the T3
The
T3 is a Great middle of the portfolio option to train for athletes of most sizes. If you are an elite lifter or very big you might want to upgrade.