Total Gym XLS vs TITAN T3 tall power rack

This is a comparison between the TOTAL Gym XLS and the TITAN T3 tall power rack. Follow the links for more details.

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

Weight: 230 LB
Height: 82 1/4"
Height of pull up bar: 77"
Outside width: 53 1/4"
Inside width: 42 1/8"
Outside depth: 32 3/4
Inside depth: 24"
Floor space: 12.11 square feet
Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB

Tall 24" Deep Power Rack

Weight: 281 LB
Height: 91 1/8"
Height of Pull Up Bar: 89"
Inside Width: 42 1/8"
Outside Width: 53 1/4"
Inside Depth: 24"
Outside Depth: 32 3/4"
Floor Space: 12.11 square feet
Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
Material: Steel

Short 36" Deep Power Rack

Weight: 254 LB
Height: 82 1/4"
Height of pull up bar: 77"
Outside width: 53 1/4"
Inside width: 42 1/8"
Outside depth: 44 3/4
Inside depth: 36"
Floor space: 12.11 square feet
Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB

Tall 36" Deep Power Rack

Weight: 281 LB
Height: 91 1/8"
Height of Pull Up Bar: 89"
Inside Width: 42 1/8"
Outside Width: 53 1/4"
Inside Depth: 36"
Outside Depth: 44 3/4"
Floor Space: 16.7 square feet
Rackable Capacity: 1,100 LB
Whole Rack Capacity: 4,400 LB
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.

Overview and review of the Total Gym XLS

This is an overview of the Total gym XLS and alternatives. This article has been originally published under "Which total gym to get". Follow the links for more details.

Total Gym XLS $799 - $2000

The total gym XLS is my recommendation for home use when you get a total gym. You can stay under $1000 and have a full gym at home. Especially older beginners can consider this option as it can be stored away, does not challenge the lower body too much and still keeps you fit. The specifics are:

FREE streaming workouts
6 Levels of Resistance
Over 80 Exercises on One Home Gym
400lb User Weight Capacity
Arrives Fully Assembled

Lifetime Warranty on Frame, 6-Month Warranty on Parts

This will cover you for a long time to work out at home and improve your fitness to be healthy.

Pros of the total gym XLS

The pro of the Total Gym XLS is the price point. This is the best value for money options from the total gym you can get for a home user. You only lose little on the exercises compared to the Total gym Fit while saving about $700.

Cons of the total gym XLS

The total gym XLS has a very low warranty on parts. You will also get fewer increments in resistance compared to the total gym fit. If you are a heavy user or expect to train a lot to get stronger you might be better off with the Total gym fit.

Alternatives of the total gym XLS

Alternatives to the Total Gym XLS are:

The Rogue Echo bike will be a good alternative if you want to save space and focus on cardio. compared to the total gym you will give up the option of doing any pulley exercises.

The dealt CrossFit package will give a starter set for CrossFit with a few things to be desired. You will get bumper plates, a bar, rings, and a medicine ball. You might want to add some kettlebells for more variety.

A Y2 yoke is a great option if you want to build a home gym quick and easy without having to bolt anything to the ground. You will not have the safety options of a rack or squat stand and trade-off for plate storage and extra exercise options as you can use the Yoke for yoke carries and sled exercises.