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After a rush of BowFlex discounts during last month’s Big Spring Sale at Amazon, the fitness brand has upped the ante. Shortly after the sale ended, BowFlex further discounted its bestselling adjustable dumbbells to the lowest price it had seen in months. Now, it’s the brand’s most popular weight bench that’s getting a sweeter deal, hitting a price that hasn’t been seen since the start of 2023.
The BowFlex 5.1s Weight Bench is on sale for $265—a 47% discount on the normal $499 price. This weight bench has earned over 3,600 ratings from shoppers who have said it’s a “great bench for a small gym.” It’s currently a top 25 bestselling model on Amazon after more than 400 units sold in the last month.
BowFlex 5.1s Weight Bench, $265 (was $499) on Amazon
This weight bench weighs 70 pounds and measures roughly 28-by-50-by-61 inches at its maximum height. It’s made from alloy steel and can withstand a load of up to 600 pounds. While most users won’t be putting up that kind of weight, it does offer a certain peace of mind to know your bench has your back in more ways than one. It’s also fully adjustable: It offers six different angles, including flat and decline, and breaks down with a single click of a button to save space when you’re done using it. With the included leg hold, this BowFlex weight bench allows you to work nearly all muscle groups with exercises like classic presses, step-ups, decline sit-ups, and more.
In their reviews, many shoppers say they’ve been impressed with the fortitude, the comfort, and even the looks of this BowFlex weight bench, but there’s a lot of talk about how easy it is to build. “Assembly was not difficult and shouldn’t be for anyone who can follow directions and use a few tools,” a shopper noted. “All of the parts were sturdy and well-made…After a few months of use, I have nothing but good things to say. There are five positions for the back and a couple more for the seat. The bench is very well made and I expect it to last for years.”
Other shoppers were happy with its compact size when adding it to their size-limited home gyms. “The BowFlex bench was easy to put together and I am amazed at what a nice piece of equipment it is,” a shopper said. “It is very solid, comfortable, adjusts easily to different positions, and can be folded up in a matter of seconds to roll away when not in use.”
It’s worth noting that some shoppers took issue with the above-average gap between the seat and the backrest. While certain shoppers said it was a deal breaker, others said it was simply a matter of adjusting their position to find a comfortable spot.
For those building out their home gyms, even in tight spaces, the BowFlex 5.1s Weight Bench is one of the most convenient, high-quality models you could put in there. Now that it’s nearly half off, it’s even more worth the splurge. But, like the brand’s adjustable dumbbells, the price is subject to pump back up, so if this is the perfect bench for you, make sure to hop on it to take advantage of the savings.