The Best Home Gym Equipment 2023 - Fitness Most Wanted Awards!

[@smarterworkout]

Coop should create an app that helps people create their home gym. You input budget, fitness goal, and space and it spits out recommendations on equipment.

[@jazzymichael]

It's not an exact science, there is way too much variability and preference involved. If someone wants that kind of recommendation, they are better off not buying any home equipment.

[@DBOL-cx2ve]

I’d pay for something like that. Even if it just had a schematic to map out the gym with the equipment you want, and you input the dimensions of everything

[@tonyallen3138]

This is a phenomenal idea, and it’ll cut down on the repetitive questions that this app could answer.

[@tonyallen3138]

This is a phenomenal idea, and it’ll cut down on the repetitive questions that this app could answer.

[@itusvirus]

Can I just pay Coop to design my gym to my liking?😅

[@KaizenDIYGym]

Thanks for the shout out Coop! I am truly honored to be a part of this list.

[@bkinder83]

Wish my pivot pad had some Kaizen branding on it

[@GarageGymReviews]

Keep innovating brother! - Coop

[@the1sweetist1thing]

I know!!! Pivot is my favorite Kazin! Training lots of girls because of you!! Haha

[@CubicleJ0ckey]

Shoutout to Kaizen! A much more “affordable” KZbin channel.

[@Alley00Cat]

SHOUTOUT KAIZEN!!! Yes!! He’s actually on KZbin, not just Instagram. Great content. ❤

[@dumbbellpepin]

AWESOME !! So happy to be a part of this ! Thanks Coop ! We will continue to innovate for home gym owners . **Just to make sure every customers get the right info, all our Fast series are made out of machined steel. We don't use cast iron.

[@martenmckeown700]

When will they start shipping the Fast Series from the US? (Straydog)

[@dpotter08]

I need those dumbbells

[@Jake_RF]

Like 2k for some dumbbells? Wtf

[@RedShipsofSpainAgain]

Omg I saw the $1400 USD price tag on those Pepin dumbbells and immediately swiped left. WAAAAY overpriced for a bunch of machined steel. Are all Canadians products as overpriced as these Pepin dumbbells?

[@dumbdesigns4941]

@19:04 The tib bars are not to strengthen the muscle in front of the femur (which is the thigh bone) Its to strengthen the muscles in front of your tibia and fibula bones

[@frankmorris2603]

Just a minor slip up from an otherwise superb equipment reviewer.

[@firestarterfiftyone566]

I laughed when he said that cause cmon man it's called a tib bar

[@phochman1]

*tibialis anterior

[@atwkim85]

It's pretty amazing how much high quality content you guys put out on a regular basis. This is why I love channel so much, despite you guys being part of the reason why I'm broke. Keep up the great work!

[@wmnjacobs9807]

Love your Channel Coop. I would like to see you do a comparison review on the best Rackable ez curl bar i.e. Rouge, Rep, BOS, TITAN. Thank you

[@gn809]

😂

[@DoubleDMechE]

When is the Pepin Fast Series Dumbbell review dropping! Can't wait for more details and opinion !

[@harambesystem]

So grateful and honored to be on this list! Thank you Coop!

[@wideopenthrottl]

RIP Harambe

[@JHiiva]

I love to see Giant Lifting getting a shoutout! Everything I have from them feels solid and well made. Local company for pickup helps too!

[@sstewar2]

Looking to build out a home gym w very limited ceiling height. Do you have a video or recommended products that would help focus on those best products? Biggest issues seem to be around squat/bench racks, pulley systems, etc

[@noelv1976]

Only thing I liked was the squat rack attachment, bulletproof isolator. May have to check that one out

[@tylerterstegen3953]

Surplus Strength Rep Black Wing--sounded like you said bat wing

[@markhalstead2386]

He butchered Surplus Strength's name as well as the Black Wing.

[@OmarAhmad-gm1uc]

I have shoulder pain and the neutral grip on the kabuki cadillac allows me to do bench and military press without any pain

[@GavinBrown]

Ideas of new-ish items to review (pretty pretty please) - Rogue: New Monster Lite Sandwich J-Cups 1" and 2" - Rogue: Squat Wedges - Rogue: Ghost Roller J-Cups - Bridge Built: Combo Roller J-Cups - Mutant Metals: Dip Bar - Rogue: Dip Bar (Velocidor) - Mutant Metals: Snap-Back Rollers - Rogue: Manta Ray Bench

[@GarageGymReviews]

Many of these in the works/waiting to be reviewed! - Coop

[@JoeTaber]

I'd like to see you review the Snode adjustable dumbbells.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Coming VERY soon. - Coop

[@807paperclip]

Just got the bullet proof isolator. Man, that is a VERY awesome rack attachment. Selling some of my gym equipment off, due to the isolator can do the same work and take next to no space

[@giojoey2023]

How is the resistance from start to finish on exercises?

[@305dave]

Coop, your content never dissapoints. I always appreciate the information 👍🏾

[@calebholdaway9427]

Coop you’re amazing at what you do! Great content as always. I’m splitting hairs by saying this but at 19:10 you say that the Tib bar works the muscle that’s basically on the front of your Femur right after you said it the right way, the muscle on the Tibia.

[@michaellevine2155]

I bought a cheap power rack with a center lat pull down and functional trainer side pulley system. Slowly I have been trying to upgrade it instead of replacing it. For one I replaced the nylon pulleys with aluminum pulleys. Next I would love to find a supplier for the bushings so the wieghts slide better. How about a video to upgrade?

[@TocoaPuffs]

Wow, running through those like a marathon, thanks for the yearly wrap-up! This is super helpful for me who is designing my initial home gym currently. Those shin splints are real I may need that TF-1

[@chrisotero123]

Any chance you could review "bc strength thruster 3.0"? The idea of having a piece of equipment for both Nordic curls and hip thrusters makes it more tempting to pick up.

[@JoeMuiseDesign]

You know what would be cool is if you added QR codes in your video as you talk about each product that links to the product page (maybe even with an affiliate code on it or something). Then when I’m watching on my TV I can check out these awesome products. Thanks, GGR for all the great information that CONSTANTLY comes out on your channel! ❤

[@SeanDuffySD]

Excellent idea, that would be really nice

[@georgecremeans5113]

I would like to see you do a review on the “jacked up pro fitness” functional trainer.

[@joeyg283]

These manufacturers are slacking by not immediately reaching out to Coop to hire him as their Head of Product Development! Awesome video, which was very informative. Thanks!

[@michaelgladman3324]

I really appreciated the transparent introduction with regards to affiliation, can't say I've seen it done better than that.

[@olivier7741]

I respect your point of view. Does it mean that to be on this list, a product must have been shipped to him for free and that it requires a link so he can collect commissions?

[@kaceesavage]

Gungnir should definitely license their design, it’s very simple and innovative. If they don’t I wouldn’t be surprised if other companies just came out with their own similar version.

[@clarkg5946]

I would be surprised. It's very quick and easy to put on collars. The cost to add that feature probably wouldn't result in enough extra buys to cover that cost.

[@DavidLee-cw6ci]

Patents, dummies

[@kaceesavage]

@@DavidLee-cw6ci that’s why I said similar, I looked at there patent and it seems pretty thorough but I think there are a few ways of accomplishing the same thing

[@shootermcgavin3519]

I agree with the Isolator. It has tons of uses. I’m still learning with mine!

[@YourFavoriteLibertarian]

I love the idea of the Tib Bar Guy Nordic Back Extension Machine with the extension and the ability to change the angle. If the feet holders were able to go on either end, then you could do sit ups and different angles as well as other weighted exercises. I'd probably get one if they could make that happen. I love that it sits upright and against a wall when not in use too. I've only got 126 square feet to work with so if I add something, it's got to be able to do a lot of things to take up that precious space.

[@amandalong3594]

Would love to see a review on the Jacked Up Fitness power rack. It is the best I have found as far as accessories, price, and quality. I has just about everything you could want.

[@JessicaWilson-d6p]

Great Video! Another idea I would like to watch is best garage gym flooring. I am struggling with the best from horse stall mats to epoxy. Any insights?

[@dustin9181]

I bought a Rep bench 2 years ago because of you recommendation. Great content I’m split on the best adjustable dumbbells right now been watching your reviews. Currently I’m doing 100 dumbbells for bench 3/10 finding dumbbells that go to 100lbs or over are tough to find.

[@rogermoreano3186]

Great content. I’m curious why we never see any reviews of products from some of the OG home gym companies like Powertec and Body Solid. Keep up the great work!

[@BrandonSchwartz1]

They have affiliate programs so the monetization part is covered, I honestly think because Coop and GGR don’t focus on bodybuilding equipment as much and mostly power lifting/CrossFit.

[@rjm656]

Have they actually come out with anything new in a decade? That's kinda the issue. They don't really compete well anymore.

[@BrandonSchwartz1]

@@rjm656 I think they just tweak existing designs every so often. They have some good home gym pieces that are on par with REP, Titan, etc

[@rjm656]

@@BrandonSchwartz1 Very few. Racks are all entry-level REP, benches are old designs, etc...They do have a few stand-out pieces like the LeverGym.

[@icebox_Intruder]

The muscle on the front of your femur is your quad. The "tib" (tibialis anterior) is the muscle to the front and outside of your shin.

[@georgetollefsen994]

You had a cable attachment block that had adjustable tension and I couldn’t find the video? Can you send me the link please. Thanks 🙏 love the info thank you for sharing.

[@type1justin]

That bullet proof isolator looks like something I've been looking for!

[@Mikestuh]

Pull the trigger! Worth every penny.

[@michaelstewart9366]

Could you mount the vitruvian on the ceiling of the garage? Of vertical on the wall?

[@ommaigod]

How about the DIALED MOTION pulley rack attachments? They look slick. Gluck reviewed them.

[@jdalpha]

Hey Coop! Great stuff. A request for a small tip but no information out there...what is best in your opinion for protecting walls when doing wall walks. Perspex, wood/ply, wallpaper?? Cheers

[@Decaf_Oatmeal]

I‘d like to see a comparison of a complete home gym rig which includes a smith press and cables versus something like a Rep Ares, where you can add different accessories 🤔

[@njfuentesrespecter81]

I just realized what Michael’s superpower is. He’s always smiling or giggling. It’s impossible to get under his skin. I’ve never seen him angry. That makes him incredibly hard to debate or argue with. You can’t drag him into the mud

[@rdmckeever7645]

Cool stuff. Have you ever reviewed the Biggins weight plates?

[@bmstylee]

Al Bundy would approve

[@MukimukiRunner]

I would say the base blocks tib bar is more innovative since you can do both legs at the some time or flip it over and do a single legs all in a single peace of equipment

[@MichaelTraynorCircus]

Entertaining as always, great video. P.s. unsurprisingly, the tibialis anterior muscle is on the front of the tibia, not your femur 👍🏻💪🏼 either way, keep on training 'em!

[@deltalima6703]

What? 😲 Are you sure?

[@MichaelTraynorCircus]

@@deltalima6703 😂

[@3IN1SDG]

Is there a cable pully system that attaches to your door-frame that you can use with Olympiv plates?

[@bellsclubsbarsandbows76]

I would also take a look at the CK Maceworks adjustable maces and clubs, as well as the Crossrope adjustable jump ropes. Great video 🤙

[@dr.gmendoza7694]

Awesome video, content, and presentation as usual. At the 19:08 you said Tibs are "muscle in front of the femur" its origin is tibia. Thanks for all you give us!

[@Alley00Cat]

Very happy you will review the Isolator, which is overall the most innovative home gym equipment in a decade. Can’t wait!!!

[@Kylepaolo]

I haven’t seen any reviews for signature fitness, would love to know what you think about their power rack or squat rack. 3x3 with 11 gauge steel but super low price? What’s the catch?

[@playmanA]

What do you think of the Pritchett Pad? Just released by Rogue, in partnership with Strongman Jerry Pritchett. It allows you to do chest supported rows. Not sure it is 100% necessary, as there are ways to do supported rows with standard and incline benches. But looked a cool innovation.

[@GarageGymReviews]

Love the idea. It’s on its way to review. - Coop

[@11bpditter]

Great stuff as always Coop! The garage gym community is all happy for you. Seeing how this channel has grown and continues to bring the new equipment to our attention is fantastic (even if we don't buy all or any of it). Congrats on the success; we all support you. Also, nice watch and nato strap. Omega today? What was the strap brand if you know? Cheers!

[@paulfresh]

I think you missed the Ironmaster super bench pro V2. Just as good as v1 with minor tweaks and all those attachments add on makes it the most versatile, best bang for your buck space saver bench I can think of

[@tjn6278]

wearing a tux squatting! love it! 0:13

[@troyheffernan1261]

The best home equipment period, is the one you actually use.

[@shawndeignan4220]

Could you please do a review of the Pivot Murphy bed squat rack?💪🏻

[@seththompson9945]

Tibia not Femur. Great video though! Thanks for all the work you do! I always check your videos before I get anything.

[@RockyTucsonPaik]

I love all the rack attachment! Fantastic video. Thank you for posting.

[@danilozarkovic6955]

Thank Coop . Love your channel and the content overall . What would be your opinion on those burn machines ?

[@NoFate247]

So much came out in Q1 of 2023, be interesting what the next 9 months of the year hold

[@jackbean7195]

Yea , and to think that a bench, bar squat rack ,plates, dumbells and a cable setup can do the same thing as all of this over priced nonsense.

[@NoFate247]

@@jackbean7195 yup, basics work and work quite well.

[@bmstylee]

Basic is still the best for most people. Analog gyms beat things like Tonal as well. My power went out a few days ago in 70+ mph winds. Strangely my barbells and plates still worked.

[@NoFate247]

@@bmstylee how did you power your dumbbells? Generator 😂

[@bmstylee]

@@NoFate247 powered by science fiction

[@jaimevalenzuela5475]

Have you ever reviewed the Fit! Home gym? If not, that could be a good one to check out. Basically a pull and dip station with a wood platform that packs up so you can store it away or take it with you somewhere. Curious how sturdy and durable it is.

[@JBS7551]

I have the Pepin Fast Series and the Iron Masters. Can confirm, the Fast Series are the DBs to beat

[@B.L.S.]

I love my Ironmasters but the Pepin Fast Series look good too. I might consider looking at them...

[@BrandonSchwartz1]

Is it just speed to change you like more? How about the side rails?

[@JBS7551]

@Brandon Schwartz speed to change, durability, lifetime warranty, all steel and my worry was the rails but after 4 months, they haven't bothered me at all And now you can adjust by 2.5lbs!

[@BrandonSchwartz1]

@@JBS7551 nice 👍

[@TheCHEsterCHEetoh]

Do you have a full review of the Pepin Fast Series dumbbells?

[@Discipline_equals_freedom]

The torque tank’s main issue is the inflatable tire. I’ve had 2 fail. Why can’t they just use a solid rubber tire! I sold it and got the rogue dog sled 1.2. Torque really pissed me off.

[@hyg71886]

So can the kaizan be combined with the vendetta attachment? That would be awesome

[@David-hy9ni]

Hey coop Love your content brother. Those round dumbbells I saw on your show. Who makes them? Or better which brand new oils you recommend.

[@DankoGreene]

Thank you for all of the information you provide. I would be very interested to hear your take on the Jacob's Ladder.

[@ermeriodsassperini]

The plate loaded Athena is my next rack

[@crunchycannoli201]

Hey there, awesome video! I am about to build my first home gym, so I have been watching many of your videos lately. I have seen you talk about the Kensui weight vest a lot and I was wondering if you were ever planning on testing their ANKR plate leaded ankle attachment device. There aren't too many reviews of it online so it might be a cool idea!

[@Strategic.Strength]

Great stuff!! May not always agree fully, but can’t argue with the logic you present👍🏼💪🏼

[@dustinsult6653]

I would like to see your take on bells of steel equipment more.

[@dethsyl907]

Flywheel resistance equipment? Also are there good companies that are making them at a decent price.

[@avinashmuraleedhar]

11:33 its soo impressive 🤌

[@carps_gym]

The lower leg bones are the Tibia the load bearing bone and the Fibula the none load bearing bone. The Femur is the bone under the quads that connects to the hip and the knee.

[@deltalima6703]

Bloodt know-it-all. Are you a skydiver or something?

[@benbarlyn2006]

Surprised the Shogun Nordic and Back Extension was not on the list. Simple oversight?

[@seanbaran5695]

Bells of Steel came out with a new Rack in the 3x3 category. Would love to see a review on that!!!

[@timetravelerify]

Hey Coop, how about Lever Gyms: Body Solid, Powertec, RAPT, etc?

[@claudiamarianidamato9499]

Can you please do a thorough review on the best Hack squat machine for home use?

[@GarageGymReviews]

In the works! - Coop

[@MillieReyes-d8i]

Such good insights. Kudos to you

[@samrmills]

Tri-Flexor from freak athlete for Tibs + eccentric Tibs and lots of other things for most surprising piece of equipment.

[@docyogi]

yea i love mine!!!

[@freakathleteco]

I appreciate the shoutout!

[@freakathleteco]

@@docyogi Awesome!

[@TungTran-pp3tx]

Best basic home gym equipments: dumbbells, bench, pull up bar, & dip bar.

[@tylerland2452]

I'm wondering if anyone has used the prx dumbell racks for adjustable dumbells. I have bowflex 552's and the bowflex rack takes up way too much floor space

[@msulzberger]

When are we going to have the Ares vs Coop Squat comparison video? 🙏

[@hulksta3223]

Just a correction here, but you said the Rogue TF-1 works out the "front of the femur" when it actually works the tibialis anterior muscles (essentially your shin muscles). Hense the name "tib-bar". Unless you meant something else in which I stand corrected.

[@wmnjacobs9807]

Love your Channel. I would like to see you guys do a comparison review on Rackable EZ Curl bars in the market.

[@TomGally]

That was an especially great video, Coop. You asked for recommendations of other products. An innovative, American-made product that I’ve bought recently and that I really like is the Adex adjustable club and mace system. I started working out with heavy clubs and maces last year-learning from Mark Wildman’s and others’ videos-and I’m finding them really beneficial for strength, functional, and cardio training. You seem to have a set of heavy clubs in your home gym, but I can’t recall you ever mentioning them in your videos. For a future video, you might want to look into the Adex system as well as clubs and maces in general.

[@koleary1798]

The Bulletproof Isolator loo pretty decent. I'd love to try one out to see how the various configurations actually feel.

[@whenhen]

The Clench Fitness Footplate is probably the best resistance band footplate I've ever seen (although it's expensive for what it is). It eliminates the need to attach bands to doors or walls for a lot of exercises and in my opinion is far more functional than the Harambe or X3 footplates. Really good for small spaces.

[@Slayblan]

You, sir, are one of the very few that rates that stache.

[@jeremyrisner1078]

Coop could you do a review on the handy gym flywheel? I know you are a fan of flywheels. I think it could be a better option than the ancore

[@Beast_Mode_Jones]

I’ve been considering buying the pro version, do you think it’s worth the price? Also does it produce enough resistance to actually build muscle?

[@jeremyrisner1078]

It says it does 220 pounds of resistance. If that’s the case then I would say it could definitely build muscle just not sure if that resistance is on the concentric or eccentric phase. That’s why I’m hoping coop or someone that reviews home equipment could let us know

[@ginafourell4508]

I thought the freak athlete Nordic hyper would have been an innovative home gym product, but then again the Isolator is so over the top it’s hard to compete with that.

[@samjohnson1835]

that orange shirt against the blue background is money

[@texasniner7747]

Dang, pepin adjustable dumbbells are 2k? But i definitely like the adjustable weight limits way more than other adjustables ive been looking at.

[@jordangreen5767]

In the cardio section you should’ve highlighted the Fiity Arm trainers. Those cardio ring things that Matt Fraser uses. Great for cardio. NO impact on the lower body. Easy to store. Simple design.

[@crandallfitness]

This list can't be complete without a review of our 2023 release: Free Motion Swing Arms

[@Campzzyzx]

Coop, hoping to hear your take on Jacobs ladder! Please and Thank you!

[@knightrider6473]

Good movie

[@scottcharlton129]

Excellent work. Thanks

[@MacGyver303030]

Good shit Coop and team. Ty.

[@DeepCover266]

Good video. We need a updated review for the Revolt “belt squat attachment (kickstand)”

[@GarageGymReviews]

Ooh, I didn’t see they came out with a kickstand. I’ll take a look. - Coop

[@DeepCover266]

@@GarageGymReviews they called it kickstand. But it's a whole new arm. It attaches differently. Holds more weight. Is longer. And come with a belt.

[@EricDumontEngineer]

What about Bell of Steel- Canadian cie with Hydra rack

[@iCureii]

3.2k shipping to Australia for bulletproof isolator 😢😢😢. Awesome vid again Coops. Making me want to buy more more more 😂

[@Blahmanwhysoserious]

Unfortunately the mg4cn is my only option with the space I have… I appreciate rogue is giving more sleeve length options for modest home gym setups

[@hullihenfamily829]

I would like to see leg press and or hack squat machines.