TITAN X3 half rack vs Rogue RML 3WC [Article, Video]
This is a comparison between TITAN X3 half rack and the Rogue RML 3WC. Follow these links for more details.
Rogue RML 3WC Fold back Wall Mount stand
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Overview of the RML3WC
The
RML3WC is one of the best sellers of
Rogue. It has some of the most Reviews of all racks on the entire website and with good reason. This rack is affordable and practical. It has been designed to be easily mounted to a standard wood stud wall. This is the quick solution for home warrior dads who want a quick solution that they do not have to negotiate a lot with their wives with. Plus this version of it comes in color.
The
3WC comes with a length of 25'' or 44'' depending on which depth you choose. The width comes to 56'' on the wall, 49'' outside the uprights, and 43'' inside the uprights. It is 90'' high and weighs 190LB. You can choose between an inside depth of 21.5'' or 41.4''. In most scenarios, the rack space for 21.5'' will be sufficient according to
Rogue. The Steel notes are made from 3x3'' 11 Gauge Steel. As the
3WC is part of the Monster lite series it is compatible with the accessories and beams from the Monster lite product line.
The delivery list includes:
- J Cups
- Mounting Brackets
- Detent pins
- Pull up bar
- Hitchpins
- Plastic caps to protect the floor
- Stringer Pair
Rogue highly recommends using the included stringer pair to attach the rack to the wall. This is based on security and stability. If you want to mount the
3WC to a different wall as a standard wood stud wall, you are responsible to provide the necessary hardware. The colors you can choose from are:
- Bright blue
- Bright Green
- Burnt Orange
- Dark BLue
- Dark Red
- Gun Metal
- Desert Tan
- Light Gray
- Rogue Red
- Satin Black
- Satin Clear
This is a great rack that puts you at the heart of Rogue's innovative product lines. It also has a lot of positive reviews which is a good sign that you can not go wrong. If you are in the market for a home gym and do not want to alter your house much, this is the option to go for a reasonable budget.
Pros of the RML3WC
The two big pros of this rack are that it is foldable and still a sturdy rack. More often than that convertible options are poorly executed either in the folding mechanism or the steel itself. With this rack, you buy the highest quality build that has been adapted to make it fit snug against a wall.
Cons of the RML3WC
As this unit does not weigh a lot and cannot be bolted to the floor you will experience more movement than with other rack options from
Rogue. Especially if you want to kip a lot or when you are a huge lifter moving a lot of weight, you might want to look for something more rigid. Apart from this, you will also have to think about where to store your
barbell and
plates as you can not store them on the rack in this setup.
Alternatives to the RML3WC
Here some alternatives to the
3WC rack:
The RML 3W rack is the same rack as the
3WC without a color option. If you like black and want to save some money this is the one to go for. Apart from this, all other options are the same as described above.
The
W4 Garage Gym is a lower cost option compared to the
3WC and does the same thing. You will get a rack that is bolted to the wall and stays there. If your garage is mostly not used because you or your wife do not like to drive the car in, you might as well go for this option to save money and hassle.
The R3 W is an option from the Echo series from Rogue. It has the same mechanics and logic as the RML 3The W. Biggest difference is that it is made from 2x3'' 11 Gauge steel instead of 3x3'' 11 Gauge steel.
Overview and review of the X3 half rack
The TITAN X3 half rack will put you back about $550. 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 under $500”
Overview of the X3 half rack
The
X3 half-rack gives you the safety of a power rack while optimizing for floor space. You can even store your plates on it if you want to. The 3x3 steel tubes of this rack also provide Westside hole spacing which allows for smaller increments on your bench press setup. If this is the rack for you it comes with the following features and specs:
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3" x 3" 11 gauge steel uprights.
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Westside hole pattern through bench zone.
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2" hole spacing above and below.
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1,000 + lbs. capacity.
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Pair of UHMW lined X-3 J-Hooks included.
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Double-sided gusset plates.
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Overall height: 92"
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Overall width: 49"
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Overall depth: 48"
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Product Weight: 250 LB
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Finish: Black Powder Coating
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Floor Space: 16.3 sq ft (49" x 48")
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Rack depth: 17"
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Front upright height: 92"
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Rear upright height: 72"
This is a great option for college dorms or small spaces at home. It can also be used to have high quality in a gym while saving a little in overall floor space for a line of racks.
Pros of the X3 half rack
As with most of the TITAN line up first and furthermost the price for what you are getting. Apart from that, a half rack can be a great space saver whilst still functioning as a full rack. Especially the possibility to store your plates on the second set off uprights might make it superior to a
squat stand.
Cons of the X3 half rack
Squatting inside the rack might leave you constrained. Especially if you are very tall and big. Small athletes will have no problems, but if you are the next Eddie Hall or generally like a bit of space to do your exercises, go for a full rack like the T3 instead.
Alternatives to the X3
These are other options for the X3 half-rack:
If you already have a bench or just don’t need one you can invest just a little extra and get a colored rack.
Another way to go is to save on the color to have more budget for different size options on the
T3 and maybe even adding some plate holders. The
T3 is available in a short and tall version to adjust the height. For depth, you can choose between 24” and 36”.
If you want to stay within budget but start your gym with 3x3 tubing you can go for the
X3 squat stand. This is a good option for big and/or experienced lifters who prefer the freedom and flexibility of a
squat stand, yet still, move big weights. I recommend that you have enough space and experience on how to drop weights from a squat position if you opt for a
squat stand. Spotter arms are nice with a
stand but usually useless. You either miss them on a hardcore drop or the entire unit comes down because you didn’t bolt it to the ground.
The
T3 folding rack saves you about $200 on the T3 and can be installed in your garage. If you only train on the weekends or two days a week, this is a good option so that you can still use the garage or basement for your car/ miscellaneous rubbish you think is important ( I have that stuff in my attic). The savings can be put towards a barbell like the blues city or Atlas bar.
Summary for the X3 Half rack
If you are ok with squatting outside the rack and still want 3x3 uprights and are storage this is a great option for you. If you have Eddie Hall’s size, stay away from this as you will constantly bang off the uprights of you are squatting inside your rack. This injury risk is not worth the savings compared to a
T3.