10 Best Home Gym Brands
Finding The Best At Home Gym
We’ve all considered it at some point or another – getting fit, staying healthy, working out to feel good. It all sounds great in theory, but actually making yourself go to the gym (especially during a pandemic) doesn’t always work for everyone.
We’ll be honest, some of us at Honest Brand hate going to the gym. It’s crowded, sweaty, and you can easily feel like you’re putting on a show for others. That’s why we’ve put together an article all about how to get yourself the best home gym possible!
How At-Home Gyms Work
Home gyms give you all the equipment you need to get in shape in the privacy and comfort of your own home. No more changing in locker rooms, waiting in line for weights, or voyeurs checking out your form (sometimes in more than one way, but we digress).
Home gyms also let you build your body in a comfortable and safe environment that’s easily accessible whenever the mood strikes.
Operating from a single machine, home gyms offer up dozens of exercises for multiple parts of your body, helping you to work out every muscle from a solitary spot. These machines are often huge and, let’s be honest, overwhelming for pretty much anyone, so where do you even begin?
Our first piece of advice? Toss aside any stereotypes as to who home gyms and fitness are for and focus on the goal at hand. You don’t need to be a certain age, gender, race, or anything else to want to take care of your life.
The only motivation you really need is the desire to stay healthy.
The 10 Best Home Gym Brands
When it comes to getting the equipment you need to get started, research is a must. There are so many brands on the market offering a promise of the best home gym that it can be difficult to sort through them and actually find the brand that works for you.
We’ve tried to simplify things a little for you by putting together our list of the top home gym brands. We’ll take you through the companies, products, prices, deliveries, and more to give you a better picture of each brand.
We’re hopeful that by the end of this article you’ll have some idea of where and how to start buying to build your home gym to keep yourself in shape.
#1: Bowflex
We’re willing to bet this brand is one you’ve heard of before. Well known for their infomercials, Bowflex launched in 1986 as an accessible, affordable, and innovative way to stay fit.
This US brand chose to leave behind clumsy free weights and create multi-purpose exercise machines that worked to build up your strength and muscles.
Despite starting out with a single machine, their inventory has expanded over the years for a more rounded equipment selection. Some of their current products include:
- Bikes
- Max Exercise Machines
- Treadmills
- Home Gyms
- Dumbbells
Offering two models for their home gyms, these machines work entirely through resistance technology rather than relying on gravity and lifting.
Their top machine offers over 100 exercises with their second model providing over 70 possibilities to build up your body. Both machines have 4.6/5-star ratings with well over a thousand verified reviews per model.
Work out for yourself by setting your own routine or following along to the included video. Both machines offer resistance over 210 pounds, so settle in and get to work on your arms, legs, and abs all with one location and one purchase.
Delivery & Cost:
Cost can be a big point to consider which is why it’s nice to know that two models are available at differing prices. Shipping costs are dependent on the product’s cost and weight.
- Bowflex Xtreme 2 SE Home Gym
- $1,499
- $84/month plan available
- $170 Continental US shipping fee
- $425 Hawaii/Alaska shipping fee
- Bowflex Revolution Home Gym
- $2,899
- $162/month plan available
- $200 Continental US shipping fee
- $500 Hawaii/Alaska shipping fee
Bowflex is available in over 80 countries, so check out online to find out whether or not they ship to your location.
If you’ve received your item and decided it’s not for you, you can return your home gym within six weeks of delivery. Just contact customer service for an RMA number and instructions on the return process.
#2: Marcy Pro
Coming in second for the best home gyms is Marcy Pro, a brand established by IMPEX, a popular fitness product manufacturer. This company launched to provide quality machines to build up your home gym and keep you healthy.
Covering a variety of equipment, Marcy Pro’s popular Home Gym multi-purpose machine comes with nine different models, each catering to a different degree of exercise to fit your routine.
Marcy Pro’s home gyms machines operate under two different model names, with the selections galore from there.
Their Stack Home Gyms focus on weightlifting and gain, though some reviews have commented that the weights included do tend to cap off at a relatively low weight compared to other brands.
This isn’t bad for starting out, but it’s not great if you’re looking to use this machine for years and keep building up strength to lift even heavier.
Their second model, the Smith Machine, focuses on a more rounded workout for a wider variety of muscle groups. Forget the weight stacks and upgrade to plates. You’ll be lifting like a pro in no time.
Delivery & Cost:
Marcy Pro pricing is extremely reasonable considering the amount of equipment you’re getting through a single purchase.
Simple home gyms run for around $599 while the more advanced versions sit somewhere around $1,299 to $1,799 depending on the model you’re looking at. Not too bad when investing in your health.
When it comes to shipping, you’ll get delivery within 7 days in the continental US. Unfortunately, Marcy Pro doesn’t ship to other locations.
Shipping costs will be determined at checkout after you’ve selected your purchase and put in your address as costs are determined by location, weight, and cost of the item.
Returns are eligible within 30 days of delivery, but to kickstart the process you need to contact customer service for instructions.
There is a 15% restocking fee for returns that fall under “Buyer’s Remorse” and “Better Price Found,” so make sure your mind is made up before purchasing or you may lose out due to indecision.
#3: NordicTrack
Let’s welcome another well-known and well-loved brand to this list of best home gyms. Reviewed by the likes of CNet, Forbes, and Wired, NordicTrack entered the fitness game with a strong focus on cardio and helping your heart stay young.
Offering gym equipment to give you the tools you need to stay healthy at home and also classes to motivate you and encourage you to grow, this company does it all with ease.
All NordicTrack equipment can be enhanced through this brand’s IFIT classes that are available through the app and accompany workouts for treadmill, cardio, elliptical, and more.
Pre-recorded classes are available at any time, but live classes are also accessible with a live leaderboard to get you fighting for the top spot.
You’re able to text trainers in live sessions to ask questions on the best methods for the workout to help you learn just how to get your body built in the right way.
Offering a line of treadmills, bikes, ellipticals, rowers, strength equipment, and more, this brand knows how to help you build the workout you want for your routine.
Delivery & Cost:
Prices with NordicTrack aren’t as low as other brands, but they do offer a range in their prices with some equipment found at more manageable prices of $1,100 going up to the $3,500 range or higher.
The good part about this brand is they offer payment plans to help you break down the cost into monthly fees. Plus, they tend to have great deals going to bring down prices – sometimes even by 50% off!
All shipping costs are calculated based on your location and purchase cost, so make sure to check out those additional fees and figure them into your budget before buying.
Shipping will require a signature due to the size and cost of the item. You’ll be called prior to delivery to figure out a time and date that works for both parties.
Returns can run a bit steep, with a fee of $250 to cover shipping costs. That said, if you’re not happy, don’t suffer and take advantage of the 30-day return policy for a full refund.
To start your refund, just head online to their refund section and start the guided process through the portal.
#4: Tonal
As seen in The New York Times, Men’s Health, and Bloomberg, Tonal brings home gyms to a whole new level through its sleek design and services.
Founded by a man who struggled with his weight as a child, Aly Orady decided fitness needed improvement to maintain a constant routine and fit within the average worker’s day.
No more waiting in line for machines or struggling to get to the gym before or after work, Orady brought the gym to you in one space-saving, intelligent machine made to grow stronger as you do.
Using an electromagnetic resistance system, Tonal replaces traditional equipment with digital weight that’s monitored and controlled by a system to track and assess your progress.
Fitting snugly to the wall, Tonal appears to be a rectangular box, with pieces that fold out from the sides for your training times.
Over 200 pounds of resistance are included in this machine, offering you well over 150 exercises to get a full-body workout. Included AI technology monitors progress and will naturally shift your training to help you continue the path of building up your body.
If you’re looking for motivation, then just check out the included coaches that guide you through a number of workouts to help you along your way.
Delivery & Cost:
Tonal offers direct purchase or finance pricing, with the total cost at $2,995 and the payment plan starting at $63/month.
A down payment of $495 for Smart Accessories isn’t included in either price and must be purchased separately. A further membership fee of $49/month is required for the classes and trainers.
Shipping fees are entirely dependent on your location, but all Tonal purchases come with installation of the equipment. If you’re looking to relocate after purchasing this product, contact the company for help with reinstallation.
Returns are only accepted within 30 days of delivery, so make sure you test it out when it first arrives to know that it’ll work for you.
#5: Fusion Motion Home Gym
Save some space and money with the Fusion Motion Home Gym. This brand works solely through resistance to sculpt your body and get you built in no time.
Rather than buying one machine to take up space and do it all, Fusion Motion works through smaller pieces that combine to create your workout.
Offering only two products, the Portable Gym and Push Up Board, this training service works entirely off of one small baseboard and builds you up with:
- Tension bands
- Handles
- Bars
- Wheel cores
- Door anchors
A training guide is included in every purchase to give you ideas on how to use your new portable home gym. The entire kit folds up into one bag to easily store or transport if you’re taking your fitness on the go.
The Push Up Board adds an additional workout component of a platform, handles, and a skipping rope to help you perfect your push-ups, planks, and get your heart racing with the jumping rope.
Delivery & Cost:
When it comes to cheap fitness, this brand is your winner for the best home gym workout at the best price.
The Portable Home Gym goes for $180, but deals are constantly popping up to reduce the price. If you’re looking at adding the Push Up Board kit to your collection, it retails for $70.
Shipping is solely available for US residents, but it’s also free! No additional costs are added, making this one of the most cost-efficient workouts you can get.
Returns will be fully refunded within 30 days of delivery for unused items. Items must be in the original packaging to the full amount to be refunded. To get details of the refund process, just check out their website for a step-by-step guide.
#6: Weider
Weider fitness comes into the game from the same parent company of NordicTrack, and you already know our feelings about that brand. This company offers a range of products from simple single-use fitness equipment to smith cages and dumbbells.
Whether you’re just starting out in fitness or you’ve been around for a while and are searching for a new brand to add to your home, Weider has some fantastic equipment to cover your needs.
Named after bodybuilder Joe Weider, this brand’s equipment is made to last with durability as the key component to each machine. Weider home gyms are well-known for their high quality, so these gyms are ones to invest in and own for years to come.
Based on more standard training routines, these cages and machines offer a variety of workouts to get your body at its peak health. Machines are made to be strong, but affordable to make health and fitness more accessible to a wider audience.
If you’re starting out, this brand definitely won’t break down on you too quickly.
Delivery & Cost:
Weider is widely available through Amazon, Sears, Walmart, and many other retailers, making shipping and returns susceptible to retailer policies and pricing.
The brand’s equipment runs much cheaper, with many pieces in the $100 to $500 range for costs. Shipping fees and return policies will depend on the company you order from.
#7: Total Gym
Total Gym brings the best home gyms to new heights (and yes, we mean that quite literally). Products with this brand work on an inclined bench to get you lifting upward and use your own body weight in addition to the exercises you’re completing.
This brand launched in the 1970s, first bringing home fitness equipment to the public in the ‘80s. Selling equipment, videos, commercial fitness, and physiotherapy, this company is all about building the best version of you to keep fit no matter the age.
Their Elevate series combine home gyms, rowers, bench presses, and more with a steady incline to make the workout that much more difficult. We won’t lie, you’ll probably hate it at first, but you’ll get the best exercise of your life for working all the harder at it.
Delivery & Cost:
Pricing isn’t available online, but you can contact customer service for a quote. Price match guarantees are offered on a number of items, so check around for the best cost and then head over to customer service to get yourself a deal.
#8: Mirror
For those looking to minimize the look and space of their workout, we’ve got the ideal home gym for you right here. Mirror blends in seamlessly to your home, appearing as no more than a mirror on the wall.
Endorsed by Jennifer Anniston, Reese Witherspoon, and more, this technology-based workout uses cameras, heart rate tracking, and personal trainers to help you reach your fitness goals.
This option works through a subscription-based service to provide you classes, live coaching, and community goals to work towards.
Instructors offer daily live classes, though the library includes thousands of pre-recorded sessions to work from. Classes can last anywhere from 5 to 60 minutes depending on the level of training you want to experience.
Subscriptions can include up to 6 members, so you can get your whole family in on the fun. Personal recommendations will be offered as the program learns your favorite training methods and times.
Delivery & Cost:
This service can seem a bit expensive for what’s seemingly just a mirror, but the technology behind it is worth far more than the $1,495 cost. You can also break the price down to payments as low as $42/month.
Delivery and installation costs run an additional $250 to ensure everything is set up and working perfectly.
Membership fees for this subscription service cost $39/month plus tax. This gives you access to all live classes as well as the extensive library available with classes on yoga, Pilates, boxing, cardio, and more. Classes are always expanding and more gets added to the list every week.
You’re able to return your Mirror Package for a full refund within 30-days of delivery. If you want to give it a shot, but aren’t sure, check out the free 30-day trial to see if this method works for you.
#9: Tempo
Tempo is a great solution for anyone who wants to be motivated by a coach and avoid the gym at the same time. Built to bring the support of competition and training to your personal space, the brand works through a subscription service that brings the studio to your own home.
The service provides recorded classes to watch at any time and is partnered with a 3D Motion Capture System that monitors and displays your form as you work out.
The three Studio options available are:
- Starter
o Includes classes and baseline equipment
o $2,495 or $69/month for 36 months
- Plus
o Includes classes, baseline equipment, heavier weights, heart rate monitor, and premium accessories
o $3,245 or $90/month for 36 months
- Pro
o Includes classes, baseline equipment, heavier weights with more variety in shapes and sizes, heart rate monitor, and premium accessories
o $3,995 or $111/month for 36 months
This brand joins our list of best home gym companies for their creative approach to bringing fitness classes to the privacy of your own home.
Classes in strength, cardio, yoga, boxing, and more are all available to you through the unlimited library that accompanies the subscription. If you want to be more active in the Tempo community, join in on the live classes and get instant feedback on your form.
Delivery & Cost:
As always, the price depends on the product when it comes to your purchase. Each of the three studio sets comes at different prices listed above.
The delivery fee for set up is $250, including a White Glove service to set your studio up and ensure everything is working for you before they leave.
If you’ve decided against Tempo after you’ve made the purchase, you can cancel your order or return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund minus shipping fees.
All returned items have to be in perfect condition or the full refund will not be given. You have 48 hours to report any damage or defects in your products in order to receive an exchange or return for a full refund.
#10: Body-Solid
Launched in the late 1980s, Body-Solid is a brand worth trusting when it comes to their equipment.
Known for supplying various police forces, fire stations, and military gyms, this company quietly follows their “Built for Life” motto by providing a lifetime warranty on equipment and making their pieces known to last.
Body-Solid’s superpower comes from their extensive inventory of equipment that far surpasses other fitness brands. With dozens of machines under each category, it’s incredibly easy to find something tailored to you and the work out of your dreams.
Our one criticism of this company comes in the naming conventions. The machine names are a list of numbers and letters, making it hard to track down what you’re looking for with ease.
Each machine page online offers a simple explanation as to what muscles will be worked and how the equipment will work for you.
It may take longer to find what you’re searching for, but there’s also the chance for you to stumble across something you never knew you needed. (That could be both a pro and con… sorry bank account!)
Delivery & Cost:
Body-Solid costs come in quite a range due to their endless inventory. Most individual pieces come for around $1,500 to $3,000 depending on the equipment. Prices are subject to change though, so check out their website for the most up-to-date listings.
Shipping fees aren’t listed online, but that’s due to their calculation being dependent on location, weight, size, distance, and cost of the item. Upon checkout, shipping fees will be put through to give you a better idea as to what you’re dealing with.
To return a piece of equipment, you have a lifetime warranty. Just call customer service to receive a Return Authorization Number. Further instructions will follow the delivery of your number.
What Are The Benefits Of An At Home Gym?
Benefits far outweigh the costs when it comes to creating the best home gym you can buy. But just in case you need some convincing, we’ve got a few points for you to consider:
1) Work Outs
When it comes to home gyms, these machines are built with “multi” in mind. Made to house well over 50 different exercises, these machines work out your full body and allow every group of muscles their time to shine.
You won’t have an excuse to skip leg day after adding one of these to your home.
2) Accessible
Whether you’re waiting around for someone to finish up on a machine or you found an excuse not to go at all, there’s always something to stop you from reaching your peak level at the public gym.
With home gyms you lose the excuses and the commute, allowing you to fit it into your routine or work out whenever you’re in the mood.
3) Durable
Trust us when we say these machines are built to last. For the prices you pay, these machines have been tested extensively to ensure they’re safe and durable, easily lasting 5 to 10 years depending on the brand.
Some bigger names are known to stay strong even longer than that, keeping you set for life.
4) Environment
Privacy is always a point to consider as it stops many people from going or fully committing to gym life. Whether it’s because you’re shy, anxious, or you think you make funny noises when you lift, there are a myriad of reasons that hold people back from joining a gym.
Having a home gym gives you the privacy of your own places to make whatever sounds you want. Blast the music. Have fun!
What Are The Different Types Of Home Gyms?
“Home gym” is an all-encompassing term that can be hard to nail down. There are several machines referred to as “home gyms” that serve as multi-purpose machines. That being said, there’s a huge list of equipment you could bring home to make your own fitness room.
Every machine has its specialty. Multi-purpose machines are popular for targeting a bit of everything, but if you’re looking to focus your work out on one area, there’s definitely a machine for that.
Just take a look at the most common workouts and how many options are available. You’ll be amazed by the possibilities.
Cardio
- Treadmill
- Elliptical
- Stair climber
- Rower
Weights
- Weight bench
- Barbells
- Resistance bands
- Squat rack
That not enough for you? You can always look at ab machines, dueling ropes, stretching centers, and so many more. While it’s not an endless selection, there’s certainly a wide variety available to help you build the best home gym for you.
How To Choose The Best At Home Gym
Let’s throw it all together now and step back to find out how to choose the best home gym for you.
Purpose should always be the first consideration in making your purchase. If you’re looking for a full workout then a multi-purpose machine will be the most space and cost-effective purchase.
If you’re only hoping to focus on cardio, then other options are available that focus on that health element.
If you’re going multi-purpose, always check out what’s included in the machine. Some machines offer you over 100 exercises with 200+ pound resistance, while others are a little lighter on the number of pieces they have built-in.
Machines built with lower resistance may not require as much effort from you the more you work out, so try to buy with future strength in mind and aim for machines that will allow you to keep moving forward.
Space is always a consideration when working out at home. Some machines fold up for storage or take up a smaller area while others can be monsters.
Alongside the size of the machine comes weight, which you should always remember to consider in case you’ll need to move the equipment in the future.
Price and warranty are the last key points to consider when buying the best home gym. Always look for a long-lasting warranty on both the frame and the pieces. You want to make sure if any part breaks, you’ll be able to get an easy replacement that will hold up against wear and tear.
Don’t go cheap on machines like this. You want something made with durable materials that are built to last. Payment plans exist for a reason, so take advantage of financial assistance and any possible sales to help you save on quality machines.
With all of that in mind, you’re set to shop around and find what works for you. Don’t be intimidated by prices, pieces, and size. Take your time to find the right fit and build the best home gym for you and your space!
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