Amazon Basics Rubber Hex Dumbbell Hand Weight

I have purchased multiple pairs of these dumbbells and intend to purchase more soon. Regarding the common complaints, let's address them here: THE WEIGHT: An online search shows that it is extremely common for hex dumbbells to have slight weight variations; most manufacturers specify an approximate weight tolerance of +/- 3%. For Example: this means a 50lb dumbbell could actually weigh anywhere from 48.5 lbs. to 51.5 lbs. and still be considered "well within spec" for mass-produced fitness equipment. From many of these reviews, Amazon Hex Dumbbell's are only around a 1-2% tolerance, that's pretty damn good. THE SMELL: These things are rubber and yes, they are going to have a rubber smell, all rubber hex dumbbell's do when new and are coated with an oil during the manufacturing process. Put some dawn dish soap in a bucket with water, wash them, dry them and the smell will go away quickly. This will also remove any of the oil from the manufacturing process. SCUFFS: I can understand the complaints regarding deep gouges, chips, cracks and any significant damage during shipping. I am just surprised at the reviews mentioning slight scuffs from shipping. Come on, you are going to scuff these things up using them over time anyways, get over it. Put them to work and use them to get the results you bought them for. You didn't buy them to let them sit unused and look pretty, they are weights. Overall, I am extremely happy with these dumbbells, and for the price you can't beat them. They are great quality and easily compete with dumbbells that are double the price. For what they are the price is pretty unbeatable. Hopefully this review helps you out and covers any concerns you may have.

These dumbbells have a perfect fit in the hand and feel comfortable to hold. No assembly is required, making them ready to use immediately. Their length is ideal for a secure grip, and they perform very effectively for a variety of workouts. The strength feels true to the labeled weight, and the rubber coating ensures durability and protects floors. Overall, a reliable and practical choice for home or gym training. I would buy again and again

This is a no-nonsense dumbbell that does exactly what it should. The rubber exterior is tough and protects both the weight and my floor. The rubber smell can be distracting at times. The handle fits comfortably in my hand even during longer sets. The hex design keeps it stable when I set it down. Great purchase for anyone building a home gym.

I recently got these because I've outgrown my 25 pounders. So far they've been great. They are well made and they are on par with dumbells that you can find at any gym. The handles have really good grip and they feel nice in the hand. Also the metal seems very corrosion resistant because even with the contact with my sweat they haven't shown any signs of tarnishing yet. Eventually I'm going to order more so I can have a full set from 10 lb and up. I think if you need a good set of dumbells for a decent value, these are a good option.

Just what I needed and always wanted. I never could afford these back in the early 1990’s, but today these are close to a dollar per pound. I purchased only one of each from 10-30 lbs, because my back is currently weak right now and can only use one at a time. Comfortable handle. Ships individually in plastic protective covering. The rubber is a little oily, but that is to be expected to protect the rubber from cracking. Easily wipes off. No big deal! And not a strong rubbery odor present, which has been the case with other brands. I plan to purchase more sizes in the future. 2 Thumbs Up!!!!! Amazon Basics are the way to go. Best price and quality!!!!!

These dumbbells are well-made with good quality construction and have a comfortable, secure grip that makes workouts feel stable and safe. My only complaint is that Amazon Basics doesn’t offer sizes heavier than 45 lbs. It would be great if they expanded the lineup to include 50 lb and 60 lb pairs for those who want to progress further with strength training.

I bought these for my daughter looking for two 15lb dumbbells. These were not cheap but they were about the lowest cost I could find for dumbbells. They seem very solid and a higher quality than I was expecting. Nice weights, I would recommend them for sure.

SUMMARY - Took a year but built the whole set (10 - 50) - Nothing beats the versatility of a good set of dumbbells - Stinky and oily first few days (no big deal for me) - Look like new 1.5years later with nearly daily use - Follow gym etiquette and treat them right, they will last forever - Did not confirm their weight FULL REVIEW BACK STORY As was the case everywhere when COVID hit, my MMA gym shut down. Previous to that closure, I had barbells and plates that I'd accumulated through the past couple of decades. But when the everything closed, I quickly found myself missing the variation and breadth of exercises that you get at the gym vs the barbell setup I had at home. Almost immediately, I ordered a cable machine but still felt like I was missing a bunch of exercises. 4 months later, in July of 2020 I found these and ordered what I could -- at that time only 10 & 20 pounders were available. That order was just shy of $95. Expensive but seemed like a somewhat fair trade given that I had cancelled my gym memberships, not knowing what was going to happen or for how long places would remain closed. They trickled in as they could over the next month. I would check the site daily to see if any more had become available for sale. Most of the time they would come with a warning, stating that there were none in stock but would be shortly and charges would appear on CC until they were shipped. I'd pick up a pair as I saw them available. April of 2021 (almost a year after I purchased my first pair), I bought the elusive 50 and 35 pound pairs. The last two I needed to complete the 10 - 50 pound set (incremental by 5lbs). THE DUMBBELLS HIIT, being able to switch weights instantly to finish a set out to complete failure, flies and reverse flies, single arm lifts for core strength, etc. Nothing beats the versatility of a good dumbbell set. Yes, some were oily and had a rubbery smell when they first arrived. I would cut the box top, remove from the plastic bag and let air outside for a couple of days. I'd then wipe down with a cloth and place on dumbbell rack. These two things were never really an issue for me. After a year and a half of almost daily use, they look and feel as they did when I first got them. Please note, that I follow gym etiquette. I don't let them slam against the floor (drop), I don't bang them against each other, I re-rack when done, etc. The highest they ever dropped is from bench after doing chest press (will drop lower my arms by my side and l and these roll off -- as anyone would at any gym). They do fall on mats, or carpet. They've never dropped on concrete, brick, rock, or similar. Take care of them, and THEY WILL LAST you forever. WEIGHT There are a few reviews that tested the weight to verify how close they were to their stated weights. I haven't checked mine. Honestly, up until I started to write this review I hadn't even thought about it. I'm no professional body builder. I need resistance and these seem to be doing a very good job at it. Maybe if I get a calibrated scale in the future I'll weigh 'em and update this review (but doubtful).