Kensui Ez vest Max versus Ez vest Pro Full Comparison Review

So do you want to know which vest to buy between the ez vest max and the ez vest pro? In this video Kensui Ez vest Max versus Ez vest Pro the full comparison i will be going over everything about these 2 vests from kensui fitness so you can decide which one is right for you and which one you should invest your money in. So Kensui fitness invented the Ez vest and i did a review on the ez vest talking about the pros and cons for it, how it will make weighted calisthenics better but since that video they have released the ez vest pro which is there way of making the popular ez vest max more affordable.
Lets the honest the kensui ez vest is a lot of money and since i have bought it it has gone up in price, but there are no other vests like this, no vest can hold 100kg so its a very sort after weighted calisthenics equipment. The thing is not everyone will want a vest that can hold 100kg, not many are interested in going that far with their weighted calisthenics and just want it to add a little weight for doing circuits and running in. Where this is where the ez vest pro comes in, a more lightweight more affordable version that still holds 50kg and costs a lot less. So in this full comparison my aim of this video is to help you decide which kensui vest vest, the max or the pro is right for you, do enjoy and please comment down below which one you bought and why. Don't forget to check out the kensui ez vest and nanobar playlist down below if you need more info
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[@Michael.S.Ryan.]

Bro Thank You these are the two I’m deciding between 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Hope it helps, subscribe for more

[@Sleeper250]

I bought the 110 pound vest, 110 is still a considerable amount of weight for dips and push ups. and for squats you could load the bar with less weight and wear the vest and immediately do a drop set, or hold dumbbells while doing lunges. I'm glad to hear the vest doesn't look much different and the sleeve isn't metal.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

You have bought a great vest its a wicked vest that in my opinion looks better. Agreed 50kg is a lot of weight and you will be able to build a lot of muscle with that kind of capacity. Hope you like this comparison. If you know anyone that might find it interesting then give it a share.

[@Sleeper250]

@@LeeDowningKeat yes i love your channel, I really appreciate the video, I'm a smaller build and weigh 140 pounds so 110 pounds should do the trick, i'm just worried my plates won't fit Their standard one inch yourk . i might have to upgrade

[@LeeDowningKeat]

thank you really appreciate that, upgrade what? the vest or adapter?

[@Sleeper250]

@@LeeDowningKeat I didn't think about just upgrading the adapter can a max adapter fir on a pro?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

That would be a good thing but dont think you can buy the longer adapter? but you can buy the 1" adapter if you have the smaller plates ie not the Olympic 2" holed ones

[@citizengain]

Superb review thank U. Glad U spoke about the standard or olympic adapters because I use standard plates.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Thanks for watching and hope it helps? yes that have a newer adapter coming soon which is even longer

[@johnbielenda7336]

Thank you.......i just thought of going weighted vest and boom, very nice review......

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed the review

[@Omar1066]

Helpful comparison, thanks Lee.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Thanks for watching Omar

[@louiedeguzman5409]

Thanks you for a great video. Will be using your code to purchase 💪

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Your welcome buddy, great thank you and make sure to subscribe for more calisthenics content

[@autonomyseeker6082]

Great Review! Where did you get your thin plates? and do they fit in the default Ez vest 2 inch adaptor? or do I have to buy the 1 inch adaptor to fit these thin plates?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

The thin plates I bought on eBay and they Olympic plates so fit the adapters that come with the plates . Really good plates

[@wolfydragon4511]

Good video man.. 👍

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Thanks for watching and chatting as always wolfy

[@asherray4969]

Thanks for making this comparison bro

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Your welcome buddy, did it help you decide which one you prefer or not to buy?

[@Frank-dq4xj]

This is a great vest! I'm thinking the going with the Pro but can it be worn so that the weight plate is on the back OR on the front? All your shots show the plate on the front.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

There is an adapter for both the front and back

[@GCMYT]

Cool video pal.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Cheers buddy, Give it a share ;)

[@wandererstraining]

The metal ones don't screw on as well because of vibrations, and possibly looser tolerances. The plastic ones dampen the vibrations more. I've had the same experience with ACME thread screws and steel nuts vs 3D printed nuts.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Well that explains it . Thanks for sharing your knowledge my friend

[@wandererstraining]

@@LeeDowningKeat Thanks for the review! The vest is something I might be interested for, eventually, but mostly for HSPUs. Right now I have a 60 lbs vest, and I add some more weight with a dip belt, but having a vest that could go heavy without dangling would be nice.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Still 60lbs is a good weight to be playing with. It’s a great vest definitely and handy just depends on what you will use it for and if you have the money

[@wandererstraining]

@@LeeDowningKeat It's okay. Personally, the only thing I'd use a vest for is HSPUs, because you can just load much more weight using a dip belt for dips and pull-ups (and I already can do more than what the Max can handle on dips), and it does seem a lot easier to put on a heavy dip belt compared to a heavy vest. The vest dominates for inverted stuff tho. And probably push-ups, actually. Dip belt leaves big burns on the armpits during weighted push-ups. A vest would be better.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

It does excel for push ups and rows and hspu . Even 1 leg one it’s great for . How much weight do you do with dips and pull ups

[@seektruthnow.]

Glad i got mine when i did thanks to your videos!

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Hey thanks worries glad i was able to help, Are you happy with it?

[@Oh6Torch]

Why? Has the price gone up since then?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Not sure, I know they have done early bird sales and brought in new products for the vests, might be now they are a lot more popular

[@Oh6Torch]

@@LeeDowningKeat well, just bought mine. Max for $206 with $20 discount. The wait is proving more grueling than the workouts.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Awesome congrats buddy and trust me it’s worth the wait

[@sqd8r]

Bought this on your rec, thank you.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Awesome , which one pro or max?

[@sqd8r]

@@LeeDowningKeat I bought the Pro. As you discussed in another review I also do not see myself ever putting over 100 pounds on my body in this way. Even at 20 pounds, doing a combo of push ups and dips this is killer. Love it, thx again for the recommendation.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

So glad you are happy with it, yes 20 pounds is enough , it’s not about how much weight you have but how you use it. 💪

[@robertpuhr2379]

Hi, Really nice review! Do you know if the max adapter fits on the pro vest? They are selling a longer sleeve for the pro vest (9.5cm instead of the standard 6.5cm), but it is still a bit short. I would like to use the long sleeve for the max (15cm) on my pro vest. Thank you and have a good day

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Hi there the slater that is 15 cm is the bumper plate version and they do have a max and pro version of that bumper plate adapter . Hope that helps

[@robertpuhr2379]

@@LeeDowningKeat Thanks for your immediate answer! I do know that, but the bumper plate version of the pro vest is the same length as the normal version of the max vest. I am interested in using the bumper plate version of the max vest on my pro vest to get the full 15 centimeters of loading space. If just the material differs, there shouldn't be a problem if I don't overload it I guess. But it would be nice to be sure before ordering it

[@LeeDowningKeat]

@@robertpuhr2379 my apologies I didn’t scroll down to see that you are right and the bumper plate size for the pro is less. I just tested to see if a max adapter fits in the pro and it does. However when I made the xt sleeve review I got reminded that it was for the pro and not the max and was told he was surprised it didn’t stick. You I’m sure you could get the max bumper plate to put in the pro however be aware it may stick or it may lose its warranty if you are using a heavier weight that the suggested for the max. So basically do it at your own risk. Hope that helps

[@robertpuhr2379]

@@LeeDowningKeat Thanks a lot for taking the time! I will order the sleeve for the max vest, but I won't exceed the weight limit for my pro vest. I guess it's OK that way! Thank you very much!

[@LeeDowningKeat]

No worries glad I could help. Thanks for reaching out and when it arrives left me know how it goes. Remember to use my discount code to save some money

[@hanifhayden5480]

Hay Lee thank you for your video. How are you doing? I have 2 x 50mm plates. which one i have to buy and able to hold 2x10 kg = 20 kg?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Hey Hanif I could thanks for asking and your yourself ? 50mm? So normal Olympic plates you find in the gym? They will fit both but if you want the longer sleeve and to be able to hold more weight the max would be better

[@halfwayknowing3789]

Great video. My concern is with regards to the collars. I can see them constantly coming loose and causing the plates to rattle. Have you experienced this?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

No I haven’t had trouble with this but if I’m doubt put 2 collars on 😂 thanks for watching and glad you like the review

[@halfwayknowing3789]

@@LeeDowningKeat Good to know and thanks for your speedy reply! One could also line one side of the collar with thin rubber as to allow it to compress against the plates ever so slightly for a firmer hold, which is what I might do if I run into this issue. Again, thanks!

[@LeeDowningKeat]

That’s a great idea. No worries I’m happy to help. Have you ordered one already or looking too?

[@halfwayknowing3789]

@@LeeDowningKeat Not yet, but seriously considering. If I do, I'll surely be doing so via the links you provided. ;)

[@LeeDowningKeat]

@@halfwayknowing3789 well make sure to use the discount code so you save yourself $20 . Do you have preference to pro or max?

[@alexisferrenbach]

Hi LDK, i’ve already posted the question on the other video but does the weighted vest includes the weight in the price ? Thanks

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Hi there , no the price is just the vest alone. If you go to a gym you can use though weights otherwise you will have to get your own weight plates to use it. Olympic plates or if you get the 1” diameter adapter you can use the 1” weight plates instead

[@jake30966]

How easy is it to put on when back plates are on ? I assume back plates will be put on before you put vest on ?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

It’s pretty easy, the vest itself is small and the weight is on the adapter which is connected to the back plate , so it’s easy to grab and hold to out over your head. The weight unlike say sandbags are smaller and more localised so it’s easier to lift and put over you. Sandbag ones the weight is distributed over the whole vest and it’s sags over you. This the weight is centre to the adapter and it’s back plate so very easy to grab and move. Hope that helps?

[@jamesdingess9988]

I have little space can you do squats well with this , will it load the legs same as a barbell

[@LeeDowningKeat]

It won’t be the same as a barbell as a barbell you can load a large amount of weight but the feeling is different and feels harder than a barbell. Just depends how much weight you have. The max can hold 100kg but it all depends on what plates you have. I have thin powerlifting style plates so can load more weight on. They are also doing a “bumper plate adapter “ soon so you could load even more weight . What this does so well is if you do single leg work. You hands are feel for balance so yea you can get a great leg workout with this vest

[@jamesdingess9988]

@@LeeDowningKeat thanks again I’m going to try to purchase within the week have a good day , and once again thanks for comment money is really tight so have to make right decisions

[@LeeDowningKeat]

@@jamesdingess9988 That's ok buddy ,well remember to use the discount code and save yourself some money. Yes I can imagine buddy, don't want to waste it

[@jamesdingess9988]

Can you maybe answer just one more question while doing squats on this how many plates could I fit , is it better to use 25 pound plates or 45 thanks

[@LeeDowningKeat]

It depends on how thick your plates are. I can fit 4x 10kg plates ok each adapter but I have thin plates. On the video or website there is a loading space to tell you how much space you have to load plates on. You will have to measure your plates and check them. The more weight you want, yes the 45’s will be better but depends how thick they are

[@MMA6049]

If you use a large plate do they get in the way? I can see this getting in the way when doing pushups with a 45lb weight.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

If loaded on the back no , for pull ups on the front it doesn’t but narrow push ups they kind of can. But depends on what plates you use . I have thin powerlifting plates and can load 50kg on the front and it doesn’t effect my exercises . For most people loading up to the max with be for the legs

[@delafitpodcast5447]

What does it feel like to squat wearing the vest? I haven't seen many videos where individuals are training squats, is it difficult? do you feel any strain on your back? or do you feel evenly balanced?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

It feels good to squat with in some cases it’s better than a barbell because the weight it centred and close to you. Depends how you load it but it does feel good to squat with . It’s nice to have your arms completely free, you don’t realise how much better that is especially for your balance

[@delafitpodcast5447]

@@LeeDowningKeat Thank you, for years I've been thinking about a vest that was heavy enough to squat in without having to balance. i''m going to go for it now, do you think you'll be doing any videos of you showing how it feels to squat? if so please let me know. if not thank you anyway

[@LeeDowningKeat]

I may do in the future , I do want to do some leg training videos anyway so may include them. I don’t tend to do squats that much , mainly do 1 leg work atm but maybe. Make sure to subscribe and hit that bell icon so you will know when I upload

[@roninthesamurai7271]

When ordering this item from the UK, did you get charged VAT (and the Royal Mail handling fee)? I just paid £18.40 VAT + £8 Royal Mail fee on a pair of trainers from the US costing £87. Was not even worth buying! :(

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Hey buddy, sorry to hear that, No i never had this but i did buy it as an early way back last year in November and got it in feb. Not sure what that's all about tbh. I have seen a few in the kensui fb group of some people saying they had a customs tax of £14 from dhl and some people didn't so I'm not sure why some do and some don't. Maybe people that paid for faster delivery or a different company maybe. Maybe its worth bringing up to them so they can make people aware of it on their website. What did you buy?

[@golfwolf]

How many plates (standard steel, not bumper) can you stack on each peg for the pro model? I’d imagine just one, but what about two? My 25lb plates are around 3cm. Thanks.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

The loading space if I remember right but the loading space is 6.5cm and you need space to turn the spin lock adapter so I’m not sure if it will fit. I have extra thin plates and there is no problem for me. Longer adapter are coming in the future or the max it’s better for more weight

[@MoPharm]

Would vest be able to hold York plates?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

If they are weight plates then yes, if they Olympic they will and if they 1” diameter plates they will hold them too but you will need to get the 1” diameter adapter as well to use them

[@HeyIntegrity]

is it good for RDLs and SDLs?

[@John_bot.]

I have the tactec 511 vest , should i just tell that and get this? it just looks better .

[@LeeDowningKeat]

From what I’ve heard the 511 is a great vest and great for CrossFit workouts. The main benefit of this vest is the weight you can go up too so decide if you need that extra weight. Perfect world would be to have both right 😂. With the new xt sleeves I did a review on the profile is smalller now so good for burpees and push ups

[@kempetai2099]

How has it held up? Do you use this regularly?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

held up really well, dont do a lot of weighted atm but will get back into it later in the year

[@kempetai2099]

@@LeeDowningKeat Was it comfortable with high weight loads? Like no shoulder pain with 100lb+?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

@kempetai2099 when I used it I never went higher than 40kg and felt it comfortable. It's a weird feeling having that much weight but the padding is good.

[@ericcampos3115]

Tips on How do you self load Heavy on the Max?

[@TheBoomshine]

With the vest off, load the back plates and put it on the ground with the plates on the bottom. Then get on the ground and crawl inside backwards. Then sit up or stand up, and load front plates. Then backwards to undo it. Make sure if you're sitting down you hold the plates tight so you don't accidentally drop them on your nuts.

[@Bleachdemon88]

How is this loaded with 45lbs plates for push ups. I want to try the kensui max as I can do push ups with 3 45 pounds plates and a few light on my back. Has anyone maxed this thing out to do push-ups and if so does it make it awkward?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

I have never tried doing push ups with those big plates. I have opted for smaller powerlifting plates and can load 50kg on the front and it doesn’t effect push ups. The wider the plate it may get in the way if you are doing narrow push ups but you could load the back adapter with the big plates and load smaller diameter plates on the front

[@sonvardy261]

Any suggestions on where to purchase thin weight plates for the vest?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Hey buddy , I found mine on eBay but search powerlifting plates or extra thing weight plates and you will find them , that’s what I did

[@sonvardy261]

@@LeeDowningKeat what brand did you get?

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Mine weren’t a brand, was an engineering company taking advantage of COVID. If you are based in uk and can I see if they still on there and share a link

[@autonomyseeker6082]

@@LeeDowningKeat Hi do you still have a link to them? i am also looking to buy thin plates as well

[@LeeDowningKeat]

@@autonomyseeker6082 yes link in description as well as the discount code “ldk “ for $20 off.

[@user-rc7je8ne4x]

How much mm is the sleeve? (Of the pro)Cause I want to by the hyprowater weight and I don’t know if to buy the 28/50 mm and if it’s can be used on the pro or just on the max? Thx

[@LeeDowningKeat]

The difference size of the 28/50mm is for the hole diameter, so if you have the normal 2" Olympic plate adapter or if you have the 1" diameter adapter. Im pretty sure you can use the hyrdo plates on the pro as i haven't seen anything saying you cant, those options are for the adapter size not for the pro or max

[@user-rc7je8ne4x]

Lee Downing Keat I see, but whats the size of the sleeve of the vest (28/50) cause if it’s 50 probably the 28 mm wouldn’t fit on it, I want to buy what’s fit to the vest

[@LeeDowningKeat]

What pro will come with the 50mm or 2” Adapter so that’s the one you want. If you bought the 1” adapter get that version of the hydroplate

[@LeeDowningKeat]

I just got a reply from kensui after asking for you and they said it will fit the pro as long as you dont fill it up full, but you can fill full if you have the 1" adapter as its longer, hope that helps

[@user-rc7je8ne4x]

Lee Downing Keat thx a lot, and it’s the same weight the 2/1” right?

[@Primetime_dads]

Do you think 2 45s will fit on each steam of the pro

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Not sure depends on the thickness of the plates but I think only the max can

[@Primetime_dads]

@@LeeDowningKeat ok yea that’s what I’m afraid of. Damn I need a refund now before they ship lol, but it’s the weekend and can’t get in tuch with no one

[@LeeDowningKeat]

They are doing longer adapters as well that will sort it out. Like I said if you have thin plates it will fit

[@Primetime_dads]

@@LeeDowningKeat ok

[@andrewvincent89]

I like doing split squats and push ups with the vest

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Big fan of doing push ups with my vest. Do you do them elevated or on rings?

[@andrewvincent89]

@@LeeDowningKeat feet elevated regular and plyo push ups. Not quite clapping push ups

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Do you take out the front adapter?

[@andrewvincent89]

@@LeeDowningKeat yes for regular push ups and I take out the back adapter for rows . I havent tried spiderman push ups or pike push ups yet with the vest. I might try those today

[@LeeDowningKeat]

I do mine or rings as sometimes its a pain in the ass to keep taking out and putting in adapters and do my ring rows high enough so can leave the one in the back, i know im lazy right but like to switch betwee. Yes give them a go and see how they fell. Do you do hspu?

[@Sleeper250]

if the sleeve is only 5.5 cm how in the world can it fit 110 pounds? my 35 pound and 10 pound plate are 6 cm on top of each other

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Maybe they have an idea of it holding 1x 15kg 1x 10kg on each adapter

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Plus different plates have different thickness depending on branding and material used

[@Sleeper250]

@@LeeDowningKeat it says 7 mm and 9.5 mm on the website

[@LeeDowningKeat]

yes i think they are 7mm but you need enough room for the adapter to screw in plus enough room to tighten it up with the collars. the collars are a couple mm themselves and need to spin a few rotations. I asked about the max as i was going to get customs plates made and i wanted to know how much loading space i had to work with.

[@Sleeper250]

@@LeeDowningKeat that's so disappointing, I've waited so long and my normal iron weights that aren't even very thick cant fit with the collor 😣

[@DavidRJones82]

They are slower than molasses in getting them to you.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

haha Yes that have had a hard time with everything going on, sure you will enjoy when you, which one did you go for pro or the max

[@DavidRJones82]

@@LeeDowningKeat I went for the Max to- hopefully- future proof myself. Buy once, cry once and all that. I appreciate your reviews.

[@kylematthews3683]

Buckles constantly breaking open. Poorly designed product and the company is trying to convince me not to return the entire vest and sending me parts that are impossible to replace without cutting and sewing the vest up. AVOID

[@LeeDowningKeat]

Sorry to hear that you have an problems with your vest and it’s likely a one off issue. I’ve had multiple vests for nearly two years and not had this issue. Hopefully it will get resolved for you. Part of the reason of them sending out individual parts is how they are able to provide lifetime guarantee. It’s been made to be taken apart so it can be fixed that way.I highly doubt the parts needing replacement will need cutting and sewing

[@kylematthews3683]

So do you think I'm lying? The buckles are permanently sewed on and can't be replaced would think you would know this.

[@LeeDowningKeat]

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