XMark Adjustable Weight Bench, High Performance Adjustable Bench, 1500 lb Weight Capacity, Strength Training Adjustable Benches for Commercial or Home Use

Like a lot of people, I and my girlfriend were looking to create a small home gym (space) to stay healthy during these trying times. As a result, I found a great multi-functional bench made by a prominent fitness company found at a local fitness shop. We set it up over my girlfriend's house and I quickly realized that I needed one for myself. I went back to pick up one for myself and found that my local shop sold out of the said model. So I went on a search to find something comparable. This X Mark brand multifunctional bench is just as well built as the model I found locally but with a $50 savings. I would venture to say that they are made by the same manufacturer in China but just branded differently, have subtle structural/color variances. There are two minor, and one major difference to speak of in relation to the local bench purchase.. 1) The back pad is a dual section construction, and 2) the back support brace also has dual handles that can be used to adjust it's positioning. The major difference is that this model doesn't have the ability to add a preacher curl or hamstring curl attachment. Bummer: After purchasing this specific model I came across the exact model (produced by XMark) as the one that my girlfriend and I purchased locally. Originally this was really important to me but I soon got over it. Directions were super simple and set up was a breeze (45 mins), and only because I was watching a show while putting it together. Construction is of the highest quality. It can support up to 1500lbs, far beyond what I need it for. Quality welding is a thing of beauty. The padding is very dense and is an essential structural support component for heavy lifting, and long term durability. Some complain that the bench is too high off of the ground, I haven't found that to be true at all. Functionality is so very close to what I wanted (minus the potential for attachments). But even though I wanted a bench that could support attachments I am able to do without them due to what this great bench does offer. I recommend this product.

The last bench you may ever need. Solid, comfortable, and easy to assemble. I am 6'2'' and 220 i bench between 315 to 385 and needed a bench that would handle the weight. i have tried a few from academy like the marcy, which is a good bench if your benching under 250 but when you get more weight on the bar that marcy just doesn't seem safe. There was was another marcy that i thought about buying but this one seemed to be put together better so i took a chance and bought it. ***review*** The bench took me 45 minutes to put together. after i un-boxed it i started the timer just to see how long it would take. i am mechanically inclined but this is not a jet engine its a weight bench. all the parts are professional quality, the welds are some of the best i have seen in the industry. the adjustability of both the seat and back rest are really nice, i have not tried the decline yet but i have with everything else, its not too wide for my shoulders as long as i keep my butt between the 2 seats.if i go up to high its a bit too wide for my shoulders which is a problem with my last bench. Its heavy but not too heavy, its made out of a much higher quality steel for structure and function. the wheels are nice to have more moving it around. i wish there was a way to lock the seat in place once you have chosen what eve degree you are going to use. It would also help when moving it around so you don't smash the crap out of your finger. the cushions are nice and solid, i hope the material they are made of lasts a long time. when i look at the price this cost and now that i have it and its all put together, i can honestly say its worth what they are charging for it. its definitely a $300 bench. I don't feel ripped off. install like this 1.open and unbox everything 2.leave nuts washers etc in package until you need them 3. move all trash out of the way, boxes, plastic etc 4. if you have a 18mm socket and a 16mm socket get them out and ready if not you can use the tools provided. 5. read the instructions about what parts to hand tighten and what parts to wrench tighten until its put together. 6. in the instructions is shows a bunch of other screw and bolts that are not included in the pre shrunk wrapping, don't worry they are already inserted into the bench where they are needed. 7. put the base together, watch your fingers 8.put the parts that hold the seats together and then attach the seats. 9. make sure the 2 top seat parts are even before fully tightening them down 10. watch for the little circular metal inserts that may fall out, you just slip them back into the bench assembly 11.when your done go back and maker sure to tighten it all down, the seat assembly doesnt need to be that tight, but the seats themselves do need to be tight. 12. get to work ****UPDATE******** 2/13/2020 FOOking tank of a Bench still going strong, use it 5-6 times a week, it has not torn or even come loose since i first put it together, the only thing is the little square things on the end caps fell out a long time ago.

I received and built this bench last night (5/31/16) and was immediately impressed. As you pull all of the components out of the box you see that this piece of equipment is heavy duty all around. The hardware made me feel very good and I am actually happy I got to put the whole thing together. After I installed a section I would stand on it or shake it to see if it had any sway/bend, but low and behold it was like a rock. Also I lucked out, I read a lot of comments saying that their bench's pads stunk. Mine did not. I will say that the pads are definitely on the stiffer side however that is what you want with a heavy duty bench. You don't want to feel a screw or sink into the pad when you are taking heavy weights off the catch. I gave it 5 stars for the following reasons: 1. Installation was not difficult, this wasn't an ikea dresser with 100 wooden pegs and 50 nails.Took me about an hour but I have mild OCD. 2. Quality. Once it was all put together no shakes or rattles. 3. Comfort. I tried out all the angles and felt good. Was able to hook my feet in decline and adjust the seat. 4. Beefy. This is really a part of quality but it is a good size. I am 6 foot, 265lbs and I feel good on this. Some benches are a little narrower or the padding isn't as thick on the edges. Also the way the base is set up you will have a good amount of area touching the ground. An odd thing to think about but stability is huge. The ends of the base have rubber covers too so no slip. 5. Design. Some fitness equipment is so complicated in takes a hot second to figure out to adjust it. Not this bench, very straightforward and easy to transport. If I have over 800lbs on the bench in the future I will add additional comments. Last time I only tried it out with 500lbs (me being more than half) and all was well.

This it the best bench I ever bought, very solid, very functional. Instructions are very easy to follow. C'est le meilleure banc que j'ai jamais acheté, vraiment solide et fonctionnel. Les instructions sont faciles à suivre.