Best exercise weights in Australia 2020

The best exercise weights in Australia

• Best dumbbells: Celsius Rubber Hex Dumbbells (20kg-30kg)
• Best kettlebell: Fortis 18kg Adjustable Kettlebell
• Best barbells: Rogue Ohio Bar Black Zinc
• Best plated weights: Celsius range from rebel
• Best weighted arm bands: TOSAMC Durable Wrist Weights
• Best weighted leg bands: adidas Adjustable Ankle Weights

Best dumbbells: Celsius Rubber Hex Dumbbells (20kg-30kg)

Why we chose it

Our choice for best overall dumbbells are the Celsius Rubber Hex Dumbbells (20kg-30kg). Retailing for $90 but available for less if you shop around, they are an affordable choice when it comes to home workouts.

Featuring a durable chrome grip handle and rubber coating, they can be used for a wide variety of exercises. The hexagonal design prevents them from rolling on uneven surfaces while the rubber coating reduces noise and impact when dropped.

The Rubber Hex Dumbbells drew consistently high reviews from a number of customers across a variety of websites. They also featured in our guide to the best dumbbells available in Australia.

Best kettlebell: Fortis 18kg Adjustable Kettlebell

Why we chose it

In the best kettlebell category, we opted for the Fortis 18kg Adjustable Kettlebell. Ideal for beginners or experts, you can add or remove plates with the click of a button to find the right weight for you.

Each plate is made from powder coated cast iron, making it strong and durable, while a rubber base ensures your floors are protected. Without plates it weighs 3.1kg and it comes with four 2.6kg plates and two 2.2kg plates.

With a one-year warranty, it averaged 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 50 customer reviews.

Best Barbell: Rogue Ohio Bar Black Zinc

Why we chose it

There is a broad range of barbells on the market and our selection of the best available is the Rogue Ohio Bar in Black Zinc. Made in the United States, it averaged 4.8 out of 5 stars across hundreds of customer reviews.

Retailing for $455, it is a little on the higher end in terms of price, but vast numbers of customers say it is worth it. Coming with the security of a lifetime guarantee, it has a smooth steel finish, dual knurling and black zinc coating on the shaft and sleeve.

Part of our guide to the best barbells, it is a 20kg, 220cm bar that has good whip for Olympic weightlifting.

Best plated weights: Celsius weights

Why we chose it

For best plated weights, we've opted for the Celsius range available at Rebel Sport. Featuring a 1.25kg and 2.5kg Olympic plate, plus a 25kg Bumper plate, they have an option to suit most needs.

At $7.99 for the 1.25kg option and $14.99 for the 2.5kg, they are extremely reasonable in terms of price. They also average 4.75 out of 5 stars across a number of reviews. The 25kg option retails for $199.99 and all 3 are colour-coded.

The Celsius range can all be used for Olympic and general weightlifting. The weights have a solid rubber coating and a stainless steel inner sleeve.

Best weighted arm bands: TOSAMC Durable Adjustable Wrist Weights

Why we chose it

For weighted arm bands, we've chosen the TOSAMC Durable Adjustable Wrist Weights. Combining a silicon bracelet with stainless steel weights, they scored high reviews in terms of look and feel.

There are six weight compartments on each piece, allowing beginners to slowly build up their weight over time from 60g to 275g. Listed as sweat and odour proof, they come with a one-year warranty and even customers with very lean wrists said they were pleased with the fit.

Averaging 4.3 out of 5 stars from over 100 Amazon reviews in Australia and the US, customers enjoyed using them in a wide range of exercises, from yoga to jogging.

Best weighted ankle bands: adidas Adjustable Ankle Weights

Why we chose it

The adidas Adjustable Ankle Weights are our pick for best weighted ankle bands. They are available in 1kg (4 x 0.25kg weights) and 2kg (4 x 0.5kg weights) sets and average 4.4 stars out of 5 in over 500 reviews on Amazon.

Just over 24cm in length and 7cm in height, they have an adjustable velcro strap that makes them one-size-fits-all. Made from hard-wearing, waterproof material, they are designed to help improve stamina and strength. They retail for around $60 but can be found for less if you shop around. For a range of ankle weights sites, check out our guide to where to buy ankle weights.

How to compare exercise equipment

When choosing exercise equipment, consider the following factors: