TITAN T3 Tall power rack vs Rogue RML3
This is a comparison between the TITAN T3 power rack and the Rogue RML3. 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.
RML 3 Rogue Monster lite
What else to consider from Rogue
Overview of the RML3
The
Rogue RML3 is a half
rack from
Rogue that has been inspired by the classic Westside power cage. It comes in black and is made in Columbus, Ohio. This unit saves space and can fill a large establishment with many benches and squatting stations at an affordable price. If you need
to buy a bunch of racks, this might be the option for you.
The
RML3 is 49'' long and 30'' wide. It comes in at a height of 90.375''. The overall footprint comes
to 53''x34''. The stell notes are made from 3x3'' Gauge steel. This
rack is delivered with J CUps, Pin/Pipe safeties, and band pegs
to get you going. As it derives from the Monster lite series it is compatible with the line and provides the Westside hole pattern for your training needs.
Pros of the RML3
A big pro is the price. This is one of the most affordable options out of the Monster lite series which still keeps you in the two upper product ranges of Rogue. If you go any lower in the budget you will have a hard time to get a rack which is either from The MOnster or MOnster Lite series. The Infinity and Echo series just do not get as much attention from Rogue's product development.
Cons of the RML3
The RML 3 is a half
rack so you will have
to look for
plate storage. Otherwise, it will get very crammed
to exercise in there. Compared
to the Monster series you will also have
to wait longer for product upgrades in the future.
Alternatives to the RML3
Alternatives
to the
RML3 are
The
R3 is the
Rogue version of the classic Westside
Barbell Rack. You save another 100$ for about the same real estate of
rack space. Maybe bring your wife out for some dinner instead of buying the bigger
rack to appease her after taking up the floor space in the house.
If you want a full
rack instead of a half
rack for the same amount of money you can go for the
RE4 rack. The
RE4 is part of the
Rogue Echo series
which is the cheapest
to make as it has the least amount of metal. It will do the trick. If you are all for saving money and getting the most of it this might be the
rack for you.
The W4 Garage Gym is a classic from the Rogue portfolio. This will turn any garage into a functioning gym in no time. the of the steel notes have been removed to bolt the W4 system against one wall of your garage. With this, you make some additional savings which can put into equipment instead of rack space.
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.