Best Adjustable Bench? REP Fitness AB-5200 Review

[@twistedbarbell3950]

Solid and very thorough review, as always. I also appreciate the shout out for my video showing the fix for that rear pad wobble - you da man! Those custom J-Cups though!!!

[@BasementBrandon]

you got it!

[@RuanKiwi]

Like the new editing lol

[@BasementBrandon]

Entertaining myself.

[@fevzay9315]

Thanks for point out the side-to-side flaw. I got rid of mine last year because of it, and purchased a Rogue AB-3. Not one complaint with that one.

[@BasementBrandon]

appreciate the first hand feedback!

[@fevzay9315]

@@BasementBrandon Happy to! Keep up the good work. I'm liking these short and to the point reviews as of late. This one went plenty in-depth...just referring to some of your more recent reviews. I think we're similar in age, family status, work status, etc....I'm not sure how you fit training AND KZbin in. Kudos!

[@steveunholzer2056]

@@fevzay9315 i bought an AB-2 after debating long on a lot of these benches and am a thousand percent glad i did as well!

[@fevzay9315]

@@steveunholzer2056 It'll last a lifetime or two.

[@rjm656]

Appreciate the review Brandon! Pro-Tip: Tighten the hinge bolt where the seat meets the backpad. It will reduce/eliminate the side-to-side in most cases. You just have to find the right tightness that still allows easy adjustment.

[@BasementBrandon]

I'll have to double check this as I believe I did!

[@CloaknDagger]

Gym Crafter convinced me to buy this bench, I'm glad you reviewed it!

[@BasementBrandon]

Hope it helped.

[@leskobrandon9872]

I love Get RX’D products, most of my garage gym is outfitted with their stuff…..I’m sure living 30 minutes away from their warehouse in Houston has a lot to do with that as well.

[@CCSABCD]

Living so close to any gym equipment brand warehouse would be so cool

[@leskobrandon9872]

@@CCSABCD -Yeah man I lucked out, I always wanted a Rogue themed gym, but you just can’t beat seeing some equipment on Get RX’D website, driving down the street to their warehouse and having it in your gym in little over a hour instead of waiting weeks for shipping.

[@BasementBrandon]

Good to hear, that's next on my list to review.

[@leskobrandon9872]

@@BasementBrandon -Looking forward to your review. To me they’re basically the American version of Titan Fitness with more hits than misses, exceptionally reasonable prices, and I get the satisfaction of supporting a American company. 🇺🇸 🤙🏾

[@chrisbrown013]

@@leskobrandon9872 check out Bolt Fitness in Houston also. Most of my stuff is from them and its high quality

[@joecowan3719]

Thanks Brandon a heck of a thorough review! I think you may have convinced me to go with this one over the zero gap. Was starting to think you collected adjustable benches like Coop does barbells 😜

[@BasementBrandon]

Lol trying to get through my back log. Will do the Get RX’d one I showed next as they’re similar.

[@joecowan3719]

@@BasementBrandon Did you buy the Rogue V3 released today to add to the collection would love to hear your thoughts on their improvements?

[@BasementBrandon]

@@joecowan3719 I didn't but my basic thoughts are that it's nice that they've fixed the biggest issues. Those being the lack of adjustability and the high shipping cost. The unit is now bolt together vs welded so interested to see how it impacts stability. It would have also been nice to see them make the back width 12".

[@joecowan3719]

@@BasementBrandon Thanks so much for your thoughts on this one! I think I need to make a pros and cons list for it vs the two REPs and see who ends up on top before ordering.

[@BrownBarbellClub]

Solid review man! Will wait for that third bench review (I didn't catch the name of it)

[@BasementBrandon]

Will try to get to that next.

[@danielsmith6896]

@Brown Barbell Club It is the Get RX'd FIDAB-2 I believe. I've been eyeing all three of these benches and can't decide. Great review Brandon.

[@JoelP1961]

I replaced the hinge bolt as recommended by MacAllister fitness. That really made it solid.

[@BasementBrandon]

Awesome!

[@meisdetermined]

Really enjoyed this review. Been going back and forth between the 5200 and ab-2 for months. Always have to stay for the outro music -“ whooo!”

[@BasementBrandon]

Have heard good things about the ab2.

[@BrownBarbellClub]

"00:21 Brandon playing with 4th dimension via editing" -> Christopher Nolan has entered the chat :-D

[@BasementBrandon]

entertaining myself.

[@BrownBarbellClub]

@@BasementBrandon ....and us too man! Loved it

[@el7145]

Really good review. Thanks for going in depth about flat benching as I'm hoping to downsize to one bench and I'm really glad its under 18" I cant wait for your review on the GetRXd FIDAB-2, that one also looks real good

[@BasementBrandon]

I'm hoping to get to that one today or tomorrow since they're very similar.

[@AlonWaterpolo]

Nice review Brandon! Also, you kicked up a notch your editing game. Props for that man!

[@BasementBrandon]

Got to keep up with Coop

[@Claybowlz]

That first edit was cleeeean lol, had to do a double take

[@BasementBrandon]

Lol, just entertaining myself.

[@yungdro1972]

Steps out from another dimension, does intro, returns to other dimension. 🤜🏽🤛🏽

[@BasementBrandon]

Made sense at the time lol

[@bellaking745]

Always like your video. Great detail in every product you talk about in your video. Keep it up ! I would have to say the zero gap hands down is the best bench ever made !! Keep up great work

[@BasementBrandon]

Thanks! Will do!

[@Rocket4ce]

I luv my Vulcan Strength adjustable bench. So many adjustments. The large pad tapers for back and shoulders. Solid AF.

[@BasementBrandon]

Right on! I have some Vulcan flat bench reviews coming up.

[@yo8102]

Hello Brandon. Thanks for the video. I have a question for you. Vendors in my country don't provide info about how much weight the bench can tolerate, they just recommend the use based on the user body weight. How to pick one bench only with that little info? Thank you a lot. I love how your videos always deliver valuable information.

[@BasementBrandon]

find out what gauge metal they use and the tubing size.

[@jamespaul3064]

Mine arrived last Thursday .... VERY NICE!

[@BasementBrandon]

Glad to hear you like it!

[@espcustom]

Great review good sir ! you guys in USA are starting to have a pretty sweet selection to choose from. here in Canada, it's fairly limited !! when companies start shipping here, it usually causes the price to skyrocket, even if I am just a few hours away from states like New York !!

[@BasementBrandon]

I have a feeling in the next year a lot of companies will be taking care of you more up north.

[@johna9168]

another awesome review! I cant wait till REP ships to Canada!!!!

[@BasementBrandon]

I think that's in their roadmap.

[@rustyclark6306]

Excellent review, as always. Nice job repping the Mando, too.

[@BasementBrandon]

I have spoken.

[@jdawg1835]

I picked up the REP Fitness AB-3100 a few months ago. Not on a baller budget, so I didn't get the AB-5200. I just went to the garage and replicated your highly scientific shake test experiment on it and it seems to be more stable than the 5200, lol. Anyways, I love this bench. I kept my crappy flat bench to see if I thought that it might perform better than the adjustable bench in the flat position, but I haven't used it at all since I got the REP bench. For reference, I used to own a NY Barbells FID bench, and the gap between the pads became a deal breaker to the point that I downgraded to the flat bench. This bench has 5 incline settings which are: 18, 36, 54, 72, and 90 degrees. I wish that it had the same 6 incline positions as the 5200. The 90* position I find to be too steep to really be of any value and never use it (the 85* would make more sense). And if my programming calls for a 45* incline I have to choose between the 36* or 54* setting.

[@BasementBrandon]

appreciate the first hand feedback!

[@danielgauthier2072]

I only ever train flat bench, I don't think I'll ever buy an adjustable but I really enjoyed the video!

[@BasementBrandon]

I don't find I use the incline that much either on my end lol

[@DavidBoni]

This video is coming at a great time for me. Thought I’d mention that REP’s bench is currently out of stock - but Griffin Fitness has almost the same adjustable bench (they have to have the same OEM from somewhere in Asia) for $355.50 not including shipping (shipping to my location costs an extra $75, so $430.50 in total, vs. an estimated >$500 for REP’s). Main differences are the arm under the bench’s “back” is not beefy looking at all vs. REP’s (it’s straight-up flimsy looking tbh), and there’s no slim piece of metal at the “head” to help keep the bench more stable when stored upright. Even still, I might opt for theirs + their stainless steel “Deep Knurl” power bar clone, although REP’s flat benches are tempting too simply because I don’t really do a lot of adjustable bench stuff yet. I know you had a good review of Griffin’s version of the flat bench, and I’d get that for sure… if it was in stock. T___T

[@BasementBrandon]

appreciate the insight!

[@AnthonyTran]

My gym has both Rep and Rogue benches and the Rep bench is noticeably stickier. They nailed it with the vinyl.

[@BasementBrandon]

I haven't seen much rep stuff in a commercial space, how's it holding up?

[@AnthonyTran]

@@BasementBrandon theyre in a strongman gym so they don’t get used by as many people as a commercial gym but the people are heavier and sweatier. 😅 The Rep ones are doing really well but you can definitely see the shoulder areas have been smoothed out over time. The Rogue adjustable is actually starting to crack and the Thompson fat pad is in tact but have also been smoothed out.

[@agilagilsen8714]

I am a fan of how the new lighting makes it look as if you have photoshopped yourself into the room. It looks like a really good job but still mildly photoshop. Great video!

[@BasementBrandon]

appreciate that!

[@phuturephred]

I have the sorinex recon bench with wide pad. Its not as sturdy as the rogue when doing the hand wiggle test like you in this video but its not half as bad as the rep. Its more sturdy when actually using it compared to hand wiggle test. Its expensive but rep (which i didnt want because Merica!) was the only other adjustable “wide pad” on the market. So my options were limited.

[@BasementBrandon]

Appreciate the insight. Haven't seen much on that bench.

[@CPowell133]

Have this bench and really do like it a lot. Might be odd but for flat benching I actually kick the bottom pad all the way up when I flat bench. Feel locked in and don't shift when either barbell or dumbbell flat benching.

[@BasementBrandon]

Right on! A lil grundle pillow.

[@williamcarter6374]

Great review. I’ll stick with my Iron Master Pro. Best bench I’ve ever owned. I liked it so much I bought one for my son’s home gym, selfishly I admit so I had a solid bench to use when I visit, lol.

[@BasementBrandon]

Lots of versatility there too

[@MrKeithcl]

good solid review, thank you. I am actually going to look into the gettr? bench now, never heard of it. Thanks

[@BasementBrandon]

I think they're all based off the same original REP design.

[@masterkilla77]

Nice review. 500 bux for this tho seems too much imo. Doesn't even have decline. Picked up for $200 a fitness reality 2000 fid no gap bench. It is not perfect but does the job minus the somewhat narrow pad that I'm about to reverse around. I would ideally like a dedicated flat i think along side it. Anyways just my thoughts and appreciate your reviews. Btw do you ever sell some of your equipment? I'm not too far from you...

[@BasementBrandon]

All the time, can't keep everything! Usually post on FB.

[@masterkilla77]

@@BasementBrandon how can I find you so I can follow your listings!?

[@BasementBrandon]

@@masterkilla77 just search for me. Brandon Campbell Diamond

[@bmstylee]

I would have bought an ab5000 zero gap but they were never in stock when I was ready. Went with the fb5000 with the fat pad. No regrets.

[@BasementBrandon]

solid bench for the $

[@redrider132001]

Got one in red bout a year back. Solid adjustable. Not really a fan for flat bench with barbell though the "grippy" material not really that grippy at all and there's some slack in the upholstery. Night and day grip from the Thompson pad to the rep pad. Mine also shakes a good amount maybe not as much as yours. Only way to get it real right it's too tight to adjust. Kinda found a nice middle ground. Overall solid bench for dumbbell and incline work though.

[@BasementBrandon]

Thompson fat pad is well ahead!

[@filb]

If they could make a rep bench with your short's design, I would buy it.

[@BasementBrandon]

lol

[@15minuteworkout20]

Special effects work is dope!

[@BasementBrandon]

Ha thanks my dude.

[@ront2457]

I have 2 Rep benches the FB4000 and the AB3100. I love both of them and the price for me was great...I'm not lifting anywhere the amount you do but If I did I would move up to the 5000 series on both

[@BasementBrandon]

Ah another person with more than one bench!

[@ront2457]

@@BasementBrandon The FB4000 is 17" and the AB3100 is 17.5" I like to flat bench with the FB4000 and of course Incline and SOHP with the AB3100. Plus those incline DB rows. The DB rows have done more for my rear delts than rear lateral raises Another great review!!

[@matthewrose6193]

Thanks for the great review. It makes me very happy I got this. I like some color so I got the blue. I can't wait to use it. I just wish I knew about your affiliated link when I got it. I have been wondering, do you sell a Bar Don't Lie banner? I would love to have something like that in my gym

[@BasementBrandon]

I don't, but never say never!

[@MrKeithcl]

Well I appreciate your reviews, I bought the rep flat bench and the getrxd adjustable today in blue, and a rogue monster rm4 rack. My wife gave me a room in the house 18x25 with tile flooring so I am broke now! hahahha

[@BasementBrandon]

Great to hear! Now the toughest part is dealing with all the trash lol.

[@mikecarlone873]

I don't think it's fair to compare the Rep AB-5200 to the GetRx'd FIDAB-2. I think you need to compare the Rep AB-5000 zero gap with the leg roller attachment to the GetRx'd FIDAB-2. With that said, I do think the GetRx'd is better...

[@BasementBrandon]

The reason for the comparison is mostly due to the face I have it, but also b/c it's literally the same bones with just a few changes.

[@ultimaetsolder]

Best bench from best reviewer.

[@BasementBrandon]

appreciate that!

[@BK-ks2sf]

getrxd fidab2 has some fat plastic washers in the adjustment already, on both the pad and the seat

[@BasementBrandon]

I'm thinking you posted this before getting to the part where I mention that :)

[@JoelP1961]

I just placed an order for this bench!

[@BasementBrandon]

Going to have quite the REP set up!

[@JoelP1961]

Yes I have to stop, I’m out of space!

[@reconstructionwouldhavesav9472]

I really love the get RlX Fid-ab2 bench that I just received. But man I wish it had the option for the wide backpad and wide seat pad like the AB-5200 offers. Now I'm not sure if I should sell the Fid-Ab2 bench for this bench and buy a separate decline bench for a decline option.

[@BasementBrandon]

You may be able to just upgrade the pads.

[@stealthassasin1day291]

When did you get the GetRx Bench? I was looking at their Flat bench selection but the shipping was very steep compared to REP though they are the only onse with a wide pad that's not sold out.

[@BasementBrandon]

Prob 2 months ago?

[@TaylorMade085]

Great video. I see a lot of discussion comparing the Rep and Rogue benches, but how would these compare to a Hoist adjustable bench?

[@BasementBrandon]

I don't have one to compare :(

[@jessejuno5317]

Just because there is some space to shake does not take away the fact that this bench is solid and well made. And the service from rep is impeccable.

[@BasementBrandon]

They do make some good benches for the money. But important to call out it’s flaws as well 😜

[@Adampunishment88]

Did you ever purchase the Rogue adjustable 3.0…wondering your thoughts on the pad width (if 11” just isn’t wide enough) and the texture of the pad ( compared to that good feel of the rep pad feel)

[@BasementBrandon]

I didn't as I got one from Williams Strength, but I have heard it's in your best interest to pay the additional $10 or so for the upgraded pad.

[@snedalift]

Nice review. I really like this bench too.

[@BasementBrandon]

Glad to hear!

[@reginaldchesterfield8110]

HAHAH, i legit rewinded a few times to see if you were really behind the bench hahahhahaha very entertaining hahahha

[@BasementBrandon]

I'm skinnier than you think

[@clownpocket]

Have you ever reviewed the Rogue AB-2? Or AB-3? I’m considering it, just to end the thought of ever having to upgrade.

[@BasementBrandon]

I haven't owned them (just the adjustable 2.0)

[@SimonLi]

Littt I was thinking about upgrading to this one 👀.

[@BasementBrandon]

Its a good bench with a few flaws (that are easily addressed)

[@SimonLi]

@@BasementBrandon actually I think the rxd one seems cooler after watching your video for the dumbbell rows 👀 I also like the harder padding

[@ScreamingEagleFTW]

whats that nice white adjustable pulley machine in the corner there? brand model? very nice setup you have there.

[@BasementBrandon]

It's the Prime Fitness HLP single stack.

[@ScreamingEagleFTW]

@@BasementBrandon Thank you very much.

[@alexrios8991]

I love my rogue bench now that I have it but wow their quality control is terrible. I ordered it and when it came I never received one of the brackets, so I called them thinking no big deal and boy was I wrong. They sent me the wrong piece 3 times and overall it took like 3 months to get my bench up.

[@BasementBrandon]

I've seen everyone seem to take a step (or two back) during the last 18 months :(

[@DoritosResidue]

Getrxd and reps benches have to come from the same manufacturer. I've seen the rep zero gap bench under different branding. Does not mean its a bad thing because rep benches are solid

[@BasementBrandon]

I’m under the impression Get RX’d is using a former manufacturer of REPs.

[@simonlau7707]

@@BasementBrandon REP moved many of their racks and benches products to a commercial-level factory. They have QC their like daily checking products quality.

[@JoeCicinelli]

I know Rep Fitness has matte black AND metallic black options. What color is the bench in this video? I'm trying to match a Rep bench with Rogue matte black power rack. Thank you!

[@BasementBrandon]

metallic

[@joeyhitchcock5550]

Does REP’s price range matter if it wobbles like that? Seems that would cancel it out

[@BasementBrandon]

You'll find most all adjustables have some wobble.

[@teddyruxpin3811]

Do you have an affiliate link for the third bench in your video? I can't hear the name of it. It sounds like "get rx"?

[@BasementBrandon]

Yes I do

[@ajvilla7219]

How much weight can it support at the highest setting? The only honest company that actually tells its customers it’s weight capacity is texas strength systems with a 700lbs max weight capacity at the highest angle.

[@BasementBrandon]

as in upright?

[@Garage_gym48]

Full disclosure. I have an adjustable bench. Not looking to upgrade. Rep isn’t even available in AUS. But I’m still drawn to watching the whole 14:05..

[@BasementBrandon]

Haha thanks my dude.

[@DERDM]

How does flat benching on the AB-5200 compare to the FB-5000 you used to own?

[@BasementBrandon]

I find the pad on the 5200 is a bit better for me as it's not as thick, which means more compression, which means digging in better. Both are solid though.

[@GymCrafter]

Is the portal to another dimension under that bench standard or an add on? 😋⚡🛸

[@BasementBrandon]

Only on this one, which makes its resale higher!

[@Cousin.Justin]

Ironmaster Super Bench is the best in the market

[@BasementBrandon]

Lots of versatility for sure.

[@gonzalezajason831]

I’m deciding between this bench and the FB-5000 in a small space. What do you recommend?

[@BasementBrandon]

The adjustable will give you more versatility.

[@ramybroudefan8659]

Will you be getting the Rogue adjustable bench 3.0? They just posted about it on IG

[@BasementBrandon]

I saw it! Not likely though. I think if anything I'll get something that allows for some customization.

[@jihoffman27]

Will this fit into the Rogue bench prop? Or is the support bar too thick?

[@BasementBrandon]

It should if you don't have the spotter deck installed. The bolts to secure that hits the wheels.

[@airgordo4]

Not "for the price" are you still buying the Rogue instead?

[@BasementBrandon]

It depends. I use my Rogue the most b/c I like the stability of it, however if you watch my review on that bench from a few years back I said it's hard to recommend b/c it ends up costing like $800 at the end of the day.

[@jonathanmarquez1632]

My rep fitness bench isn’t stable after install. Any tips ?

[@BasementBrandon]

Did you put the washers in? Tighten down all the bolts?

[@BK-ks2sf]

getrxd fidab 2 is better from a better company

[@higherlifts420]

100%

[@BasementBrandon]

I'll do that video next likely. But I'm 99.99% sure they're using REPs previous manufacturer and the AB5200 design.

[@MetalsForBrunch]

prime fitness got zero wiggle compared rogue and rep.

[@BasementBrandon]

It's also in a different price bracket IMO starting at $675 before shipping/tax.

[@roz77394]

Does it work with the Rogue bench prop?

[@BasementBrandon]

Not if you have the spotter deck like I do, the wheels hit the bolts to hold those on.

[@1882dmac]

I think the price would lean me towards the 5200.

[@BasementBrandon]

They had a really good black friday sale.

[@user-fj2or3xp2c]

Does it fit in the bench prop ?

[@BasementBrandon]

It will if you don't have the spotter deck. otherwise the bolts get in the way.

[@user-fj2or3xp2c]

@@BasementBrandon thank you saved me a headache

[@JC-ms8kr]

Would anybody recommend the AB-3100?

[@BasementBrandon]

I've heard good things based off the price.

[@oNorw]

AB-5200 vs AB-5000 ZERO GAP?

[@BasementBrandon]

Don't own the zero gap so hard to do a video :(

[@oNorw]

@@BasementBrandon yeah thats fair haha, maybe i just need to get both 😎

[@PaulKingMetal]

The Rogue is way better in my opinion.

[@BasementBrandon]

I think overall I tend to use it more for it's sturdiness.

[@cloutgangster]

👀

[@BasementBrandon]

!!

[@timmoyer6037]

$800+ shipped for the Rogue! Yikes

[@BasementBrandon]

Yep!!

[@higherlifts420]

I love my get rxd fidab-2! It is very solid. I would not buy anything from rep

[@BasementBrandon]

I hate to be the bearer of bad news but the Get RX'd uses the REP design and former REP manufacturer :)

[@higherlifts420]

@@BasementBrandon I think rep went down hill after changing manufacturers so I'm ok with that actually. And so far no qc issues from get rxd for me. Rep it's every product

[@HKX_ORANGECHICKEN]

Adjustable 3.0

[@BasementBrandon]

Was not out at the time of posting.

[@undaware]

ilikadisabenchalot

[@BasementBrandon]

very niceeee