Rogue Manta Ray Bench Review - The Best Adjustable Bench You Can Buy?

The Rogue Manta Ray Adjustable Bench may be the best FID/Decline/Incline bench I've ever used which is saying a lot! Let's see how it stacks up against Rep's BlackWing and other benches we've reviewed.
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0:00 Rogue Manta Ray Adjustable Bench Review
4:39 How Stable Is It?
5:41 Decline and Nordic Curls
7:53 The Best Bench Pad There Is
11:02 A Few Complaints
13:13 Final Thoughts

[@GlucksGym]

Best adjustable bench (price aside) or should we review something else?

[@fwiffo42]

This one looks like the best if cost isn’t a factor. But it’d be great to see a full bench show down. Especially since some people might like to know which is the best value and which is the cheapest bench worth buying.

[@avinashtyagi2]

I'd love to see a review of the best equipment for Combat Sports and Strongman forms of training.

[@dare.greatly]

Could you consider sharing what a Rogue 3.0 owners might do to improve the original pads would be useful.

[@jimbin-yp8kw]

I would love to see this. Especially if you put it against the Irwin fitness, alpha bench, or the william strength. Those seem to be the 4 best.

[@Cachapeluo]

Prime adjustable bench is also nice and made in USA too.

[@BasementBrandon]

The bench king has returned

[@GlucksGym]

😃 I'd like to thank my mother, the teachers who said I'd never amount to nuthin, and my pet dog scruffy

[@vicenteochoa6498]

10:07 you couldnt even keep a straight face delivering this line lmao that was smooth

[@dare.greatly]

Won’t lie, this was one of my favorite reviews from Gluck! It was informative and liked the positives pointed out and how he makes the personal inputs and really brought out the points that matter and shared good points and upgrades. The leg roll was also really nice and gets bonus points for showing the behind the ladder carriage! Well done and good job

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you 😊

[@t_plauche]

That bench looks very impressive. The 7 gauge steel is amazing. My Rep AB 5200 and Rep FB 5000 are great benches, and it's hard to believe that there is something more beefy than them. I'm not going to get this, but I am probably going to look at it online for a few hours.

[@GlucksGym]

Hahaha this comment was very entertaining.

[@charlieyocum9948]

Putting Rep's roller into Rogue's was obscene. Well done!

[@GlucksGym]

It came to me, I didn't regret it 😂

[@lukecrisman7300]

Been using my blackwing as my daily driver for a few weeks now and its great. Im positive my fiancé would leave me if i bought the manta ray too lol. Love your videos, thank you for the great content.

[@WeiderMystic]

sounds like you'll have more time for decline bench then lol

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you! I don't think anyone would complain about the BW, it's a great one too.

[@timfritton469]

Thorough job. This will be a good video resource for people looking at this bench. Keep it up!

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you!

[@ECUpunk]

I just want to say, Thank you Gluck! First thorough review I've come across.

[@GlucksGym]

😃 thanks! Matt Pendergraph has one out though since he was sent the prototype unit.

[@DeepVoicedOne]

Made the commitment and ordered the Manta Ray Bench along with the leg roller attachment a few weeks back...the numerous upgrades from the Adjustable 2.0 Bench were too difficult to pass up (and that thing's a tank itself). Was looking forward to this review and it added more reassurance of where my money went especially hearing of all the final upgrades from the prototype that Matt reviewed. Thanks Gluck and Winnie for the honest review👌

[@Sobersunrise]

Great review!

[@DIXONDRIGGS]

Very good detailed review! I love mine! Pad, ladder, and ease of moving are noticeable!

[@GlucksGym]

It is a very very good bench

[@gurfdog]

Damn! That was a great review! I wasn’t in the market for a new bench… until now. Damn it!! (I also can’t wait for the Irwin bench review!!). Great job again!

[@GlucksGym]

Irwin will probably be awhile. I have to pick colors and last time that took me 7 months. That's not a joke, I really took forever 😂

[@fwiffo42]

Awesome review! I didn’t realize this was using 4x3 7 gauge steel, that helps put the price into context. Do I need a bench this stout? No. Do I want it? Absolutely.

[@GlucksGym]

Hahaha I completely get it

[@brianhopkins5251]

Rogue makes some really nice stuff, but sometimes (a lot) their pricing is simply insane.

[@GlucksGym]

I agree with that on some items. I think here the combination of American made and upping the level and steel and the high quality of manufacturing puts this up with other high end benches like Sorinex. I'd take this over some of the stuff from Hammer Strength, Life Fitness, Cybex and other commercial players if you're in that level of the market.

[@avinashtyagi2]

Their intended market is billionaires who want to cage fight 😉

[@LL-tz8lo]

rogue is the best plac I to buy unless u want something extra bougie when considering - great product design, great quality great service and delivery speed, best after sale customer service, best resale. Made in USA. this applies to nearly all of their USA made products

[@avinashtyagi2]

​@@LL-tz8lo Perfect for those with money to burn

[@LL-tz8lo]

@@avinashtyagi2 or someone who has money and is looking to use the greatest bench (that's not ultra high end like Irwin, WS, straydog etc) and can resell it for nearly 90% of the purchase price

[@AJSshodan]

Another great review! Thanks

[@GlucksGym]

Thanks for watching!

[@moisesmunoz3844]

Great amazing review man. I been thinking of substitute my AB-3100 and the Manta will be the one.

[@GlucksGym]

Thank you! That'll be an incredible jump.

[@GavinBrown]

Bet you loved making this. Good job!

[@sirbrdfrd]

Great review! Always enjoy being able to window shop through your reviews since I won't be buying a bench this expensive 😂

[@GlucksGym]

If I didn't have this channel I wouldn't have this bench either. Actually it probably was still a very ill advised purchase 😂

[@adrianlee2780]

Thank you Adrian for such an incredible review of the Manta Ray Bench! I totally agree on the knurled handles and colour options which I hope Rogue will provide these options at the Manta Ray Version 2.0 with some improvements. As expensive as it is, the Manta Ray is more sturdy and the leg pads are stronger to do incline and nordic curls. This actually gave me the idea of getting rid of my wall mount GHD as I can also do Nordic Curls on this Manta Ray Bench. Thank you Adrian again for answering my concerns if this Manta Ray Bench wobbles side to side which it does not (by tightening the screws correctly) and giving us the most interesting and updated reviews!

[@pottsy1907]

Should I be concerned the foot catcher on the Rep blackwing comes across as inferior to the Manta Ray? Is the Rep foot catcher uncomfortable to use for decline work, which I want to do a lot of, aswell as using the other features the bench has.? Is the manta foot catcher worth the extra $$$

[@MC-ey8kw]

Mine just came in today, in red. Cant wait to assemble it.

[@scooobyj8714]

Wow. Those are two top notch benches. I think you are officially the king of benches Gluck.

[@GlucksGym]

👑 That's what some say 😁

[@mach5jeep]

I'm always thankful for the second hole

[@ak-zw8jv]

You are the bench goat dude 🐐 excited for the ab5200 2.0 review as i think thats the one I want. Blackwing seems too heavy for me

[@GlucksGym]

It just arrived and is in my driveway 😈

[@russellwong3658]

Thank you for this honest and very detailed review. When is your irwin fitness bench review coming. Would love to see your review on that as well

[@GlucksGym]

It'll probably be sometime in Q4

[@oliverpuselja9505]

My go to for gym equipment reviews. Gluck's Gym just doesn't miss.

[@adamm4064]

Great review. Hope to see a Get Rx'd 2.0 vs Manta Ray.

[@marvellstarks2434]

Thanks that helped alot

[@ronburgandy7571]

I’m currently not pooping watching this if that’s what you’re wondering.

[@shrupy]

I'd definitely love to see a bench showdown!

[@lme_sparky]

Love a nice tight crack. Best part was when you stuck the rep in the rogue. Asserted true dominance. I want to sell My 3.0 for the manta, badly. Want the 12 inch pad and ability to do decline bench and ab work and Nordic’s. May god bless me with a small fortune in the near future amen

[@WalkingLegacy]

I've had this bench for about 2 months. Fantastic bench. Huge upgrade from my decade old Rogue flat bench, which was like 200 when I purchased it. Buy Rep to save money. Buy Rogue for American made and a product that will last, essentially, forever. My only regret is not waiting to purchase it so I could use your affiliate link and help you out.

[@jerseyjim9092]

Great review. Wouldn't mind spending a couple more bills for the Rogue but hard to justify twice as much. One good thing is it makes the 6 bills for the batwing look like a bargain. 😅

[@GlucksGym]

Damn I wish I thought of using that as a joke 😂

[@Tony.tonetone]

Wynie is about to have me subscribe to your Patreon 👀

[@markuslanz3514]

Great review! Will you make a review of the rogue transformer bar?

[@GlucksGym]

Unfortunately not. We have trouble bankrolling all these vids at our size and that bar definitely seems like it'll get me in trouble 😂

[@finalcrash244]

I knew you were going to try to fit the ends of rollers together for this review lol

[@Double__R]

Great thorough review, thanks. I do have one question, though. Are you able to do hip thrusts on the blackwing without putting it up against the wall like you can with manta ray?

[@realtor989]

@Glucksgym The thing I can see that I like better besides the price about the "Rep blackwing" is the stabilizing Post isn't there. I like that for doing barbell or curl bar spider curls. You show doing them with dumbbells but sometimes it might be nice to use a bar without having it hit when you lower the bar. Great Job on the reviews though!!

[@reconstructionwouldhavesav9472]

Rogue just released the Manta Ray in red color. Just placed order for it today. Only thing holding me back was the lack of color options. Now I am stoked to receive it!

[@shanedm3396]

How’s the red Manta Ray?

[@indianajonze]

outstanding use of safety straps at 2:06

[@GlucksGym]

You've been subbed for a year and that's the first time you noticed we drop the safeties for b rolls? People complain they're in the way of the equipment so we keep those lifts light 😘

[@Tlevy2]

Awesome review, so detailed! Wonder if it is worth upgrading my Rogue AB-3 with this?

[@billchurch4460]

As a fellow AB-3 owner, it's painful to contemplate.

[@GlucksGym]

I can't answer that for you or your wallet 😂

[@luisa.espinoza48]

never gonna buy this benches, but still watched because i want you guys to succeed

[@knightveg]

Glad you put your wife's test in Watched one of your older videos and how your wife didn't like certain benches As where to heavy to move, Good video

[@murdog04]

Thanks for the great review my friend! I own REP’s Black Wing and am very happy with it. Not sure if I was in the market today that I could justify spending $500 more on the Rogue bench. I probably would still go with the BlackWing. Thanks again for the review. V/R Shane

[@avinashtyagi2]

Seriously, for that price, I could get the blackwing, a high quality barbell and some plates I mean yeah the Manta is good, but it's not that good

[@murdog04]

@@avinashtyagi2 100%. I guess if someone has to have the top of the line then go get the Manta. However, the BlackWing is the last bench you will ever need to own IMO.

[@GlucksGym]

If I didn't have this channel I'd have never been able to justify it but idc how people spend their money. If they're happier and healthier for it then go for it, it's an exceptional piece. Appreciate the support!

[@brianhopkins5251]

also got an idea for something to review. How about deadlift jacks. could do a comparo of a couple different kinds and price points (and vs the old 2.5lb plate)

[@youngcouplesparty9006]

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 I was just at Rogues factory in Columbus. I’d visit Rep’s but that doesn’t seem worth a trip to China

[@GraveyFit]

How many posts will be required to break even on an $1,100 bench??? 😂 Love how thorough your reviews are and definitely helpful doing the comparison.

[@GlucksGym]

This video will always be a big loss financially but most of these are 😂😭

[@jensronnest1072]

Thank you

[@babygiantbarbell1014]

Both of these look like winners. The black wing is more than enough for anyone, but who doesn’t love a good overbuilt bench like the manta ray. Great comparison y’all!

[@tylerwagoner378]

BRB, going to list my Rogue 3.0 on marketplace 🙃

[@marvellstarks2434]

My red Manta arrives Tuesday. Happy i held out

[@djslaughter1527]

Hey Gluck - awesome review. Just subscribed! How difficult is it to pick up & wheel around the manta ray? I want to order it but my fiancé is concerned she won’t be able to pick it up and move it around in our home gym.

[@GlucksGym]

It's heavy but not as bad as Rep's Blackwing. I measured it with a scale and it takes about 55 lbs of effort to lift the front

[@jrock-xs9vp]

Dam that's an expensive bench looks great though these cheap ass gyms need to buy some of these great video Thanks!

[@raps7027]

Very detailed and informative review. I currently own the Rep AB 5200 and the Rep Fitness AB 3000 2.0. I am going to get rid of my AB 3000 because I want another bench that can store upright. Unfortunately not all of us have a ranch size garage like you guys and can store 750 benches. That being said I have researched and researched and still can't make a decision, and when I discuss it with my wife she just gets a glazed intoxicated look in her eyes as soon as I discuss anything to do with my gym. I really want to purchase the Sorinex adjustable bench for the only reason to be different than everyone else? But I can not find any reviews on it? It looks well built as most Sorinex equipment, and do I really want another piece of equipment from Rogue? I don't know everyone seems to like this bench, maybe I will see if I have enough patience to wait until they offer a variety of colors to match my Gym. (red and black). I think you would of made a great car salesman you sure know how to sell a product even though you are not selling anything. (just reviewing). Thanks for the review!

[@ducdu4136]

Still waiting for my black wing bench. That rogue bench looks beautiful though and I like the thicker rogue leg roller.

[@GlucksGym]

The other rollers seemed fine until I got these 😂

[@doontaur]

7:02 Gluck letting the intrusive thoughts win

[@carps_gym]

Bench King 🤴🏻 is here!

[@GlucksGym]

😃 awww yeah

[@MIKE_BLM_BDS_ACAB]

thanks

[@Da_TRAV]

I love fitting my lil rep into my big Rouge 😂

[@CaptainThemerica]

If I hadn’t already bought a bench with one of your affiliate links, this might be tempting in spite of the price tag…

[@GlucksGym]

I know a guy with a few benches. Don't listen to that guy 😂

[@LBJedi]

I wish I could afford either the Manta ray or Black Eing, but I think I’m gonna have to go with the AB4100 when I build out my gym this Black Friday. Love tge review though! Thanks Gluck😊

[@GlucksGym]

Wynie loves the 4100. When given a choice it's the one she grabs every single time and she's pretty spoiled with choices over here.

[@LBJedi]

@@GlucksGym is there a bench you’d pick over the 4100 in that price area?

[@adamm4064]

Hopefully they will do a premium option with all stainless steel contact points. Like they did for the AB 3.0. I don't like the single point of contact ladder design even if its covered with whmw. I would prefer a stainless ladder on the outside.

[@myanime101]

Gluck is the bench daddy

[@GlucksGym]

😘

[@bugginyaear]

Love the thompson fat pad. That alone would sell me on this upgrade.. in like 5 years from now, when i can afford it 😅😂

[@Blahmanwhysoserious]

In 5 years inflation will prob have this at 3k 😂

[@derekdunbar9968]

American made baby. Still I think I'll keep my 3.0 just with I could get a better grip pad for it.

[@GlucksGym]

That bench with this pad would be phenomenal

[@jrsmith5]

Knurled front handle would have been a nice addition, but beautiful bench overall!

[@GlucksGym]

Definitely a very well done bench but I thought you had your eyes on that 5200 😍

[@connormckay9429]

Im down for the bench showdown!

[@GlucksGym]

I fully back any viewer who encourages my addiction

[@xNickTheBrickx]

Really cool bench, overkill on the "commercial grade" quality and price for most people though. I went with Blackwing.

[@GlucksGym]

Def overkill for most. It's at a different level for sure.

[@ttitschinger]

You mated the leg rollers

[@GlucksGym]

Nobody had to talk about it 😂

[@stevensecondo1103]

How about a review on the Griffin Adjustable Bench 2.0?

[@JustSheilz]

This looks like a nice one - still over here enjoying my flybird using no more than 25 pounds. LOL

[@GlucksGym]

haha, where'd you get that nice bench from 😊

[@Dymolabelwriter450]

Lord of the bench

[@GlucksGym]

😊

[@BrandonChapin]

What a steal!

[@RagtagAirplane]

You planning to do a review on the new Titan power bars?

[@GlucksGym]

Yep. Not exactly sure how I'll handle it but I'll do something with them.

[@squealer42]

I'd pay $1300 if it could do my Nordic curls for me.

[@reconstructionwouldhavesav9472]

How is the Manta Ray with incline presses vs. the Blackwing? I ask because the Blackwing allows the seat pad to be angled upwards towards the lifter which holds your butt in place during heavy incline presses. The Manta Ray has a less precise seat adjustment which appears to allow the user to slide forward during heavy incline presses.

[@reconstructionwouldhavesav9472]

You can also review the latest updated Ironmaster bench.

[@deechen17]

Nice review! I wanted to know if you think shorter people would have any issues with the leg attachment position for nordics or decline work? I noticed you cannot adjust the position of foot roller (the one farthest from your head).

[@GlucksGym]

Define short. I could have Wynie try it but she's 5'5" ish. I think it'll be fine because I when I was playing around with them I moved my knee position a bunch of times to check the length but admittedly I didn't test it with that in mind.

[@deechen17]

Yeah I'm curious to know how it feels for her then at 5'5". Wonder if it's possible if some shorter guys or girls that are maybe under 5'4" or so to be unable to reach the bench pad or something

[@pottsy1907]

Should I be concerned the foot catcher on the Rep blackwing comes across as inferior to the Manta Ray? Is the Rep foot catcher uncomfortable to use for decline work, which I want to do a lot of, aswell as using the other features the bench has.?

[@WeiderMystic]

As an Adjustable Bench 3.0 owner, i wish a retrofit kit was possible :(

[@lme_sparky]

This👍🏼

[@jonaslinuselfving]

@glucksgym can you please review some bridge built products, especially their adjustable bench.

[@GlucksGym]

The issue is funding them. I reviewed their roller cups but videos like that are big financial losses for the channel. Until the channel gets much larger it'll be hard to cover everything

[@jonaslinuselfving]

@@GlucksGym ok. I thought companies were willing to send stuff for free to get exposure.

[@GlucksGym]

Some are, some have different views/priorities.

[@massiminimakes]

If I were building a home gym from scratch with unlimited budget, this is what I would get. Instead I'll just have to be happy with my AB-4100. Either way, if you ever come visit, Wynie won't be able to complain about moving the bench around.

[@octam9733]

Any updates on the Titan’s bars?

[@GlucksGym]

We'll do a video on them eventually. Still waiting for everything to get in.

[@BreadAndGatorade]

Are there any adjustable benches with leg curl/leg extension besides Iron Master? That is a huge factor for home gym IMO as I can't get that with rack attachments and a dedicated leg extension/curl machine takes up a lot of space.

[@MelloHubb]

Bells of steel buzzsaw is a awesome bench

[@GlucksGym]

Bells has one we've reviewed. It's a decent bench, here's our review kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJPLnHZsbs19Y9E Rep is supposed to make an attachment but it's been years and I haven't seen it yet

[@Jobe_Smith]

I use the Powertech but I wouldn't recommend it unless you want the tower that it attaches to. BlkBox makes a rack attached leg Ex/curl¿ If I had to buy a new one I might just get the Bodypower ub100.

[@chadmcguffin]

Manta Ray... I wanna see it in Red!

[@FlashGamer521]

You can order red now.

[@billchurch4460]

Whoever manufactures REP's benches needs to up their foot catch game.

[@r8der674]

The real question is it a 40% better bench? To justify the 40% price difference to the Blackwing. If it’s only 10% better it doesn’t make sense unless of course you’re a bench historian or collector.

[@lawrence09151]

Made in USA

[@Blazemon9999]

Damn Gluck I think you convinced me to go Manta Ray over Blackwing. Feel bad about my leanings because those bastards at Rogue still haven't given you a Canadian affiliate link....lots to ponder

[@GlucksGym]

They're good at keeping their money 😂

[@chunkironchest]

That small crack 😂😂😂

[@GlucksGym]

I have no idea what you mean 😏

[@xCynicBliss]

where did you get the basketball hoop for the rack? i need one 😮

[@GlucksGym]

That's from Oak Club Manufacturing

[@alharris8861]

Looks sick. But probably not worth selling my 2 rep benches to earn up half of what I need to buy it.

[@JoelP1961]

Nice but for twice the price it better be. Rep still best bang for your buck.

[@joecowan3719]

The Bench King is back...so many options these days! People need a Venn Diagram before making their choice.

[@GlucksGym]

Hahahah. You wait, someday I'll steal that joke and you'll be like wtf... I cam up with that!

[@joecowan3719]

@@GlucksGym DO IT! Anything I can do to help you and the rest of your fam build your GlucKing Empire!

[@twanrui3222]

The people want an Ironmaster Super Bench PRO V2 review. They should send you one free because Gluck's Gym is awesome. #Yeah #Lit

[@GlucksGym]

I bought the last one. I'm not buying another one 😂 really not that much has changed on it

[@twanrui3222]

@@GlucksGym Theyll send you one free, if you ask. $200 marketing expense for them.

[@donray2435]

Boom goes the dynamite

[@GlucksGym]

So close. Baylee is hard to beat.

[@jonathancurtis5122]

Where did you get that rack-mounted mini basketball net?

[@GlucksGym]

Oak Club Manufacturing but I can't seem to convince them to make more

[@jonathancurtis5122]

@@GlucksGym dang! Okay well thank you for letting me know! I appreciate that 👍

[@bnwww]

Alas not sold by Rogue's Australian importer. Nor is their Utility Bench 2.0. On the plus side they did recently import the Monster leg rollers, after starting to carry the Monster line in October '22, so perhaps things are improving slowly.

[@bnwww]

Amusingly Rogue Australia announced the Manta Ray was "coming soon" 4 days after your video.

[@GlucksGym]

I'll take all the credit 😂

[@8moreno6]

Still waiting for you to review Titans FID bench, probably best bang for your buck compared to these Two

[@EasyStreet88599]

You will keep this bench for many years I prefer quality.

[@-G-Unit]

“Why would someone spend this much money on a bench?” My rogue adjustable 2.0 was 1100$ after shipping and tax to the first owners house…..and that’s why I buy used 😅

[@JoshuaLTRyan]

The Rogue bench looks really nice, arguably the quality can't be touched, but when considering the price, range of adjustment, wide pad for my fat ass and zero gap I'd likely go for the Blackwing.