MX Select vs NÜOBELL Adjustable Dumbbells: Quick Change Kings!
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- Опубликовано: 28 июн 2024
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0:00 - MX Select vs NÜOBELL Adjustable Dumbbells: Quick Change Kings!
0:33 - Overview
1:19 - The Case for Adjustable Dumbbells
2:16 - Nuobell's Standout Features
3:45 - MX Select Adjustable Dumbbells Compared
4:30 - Using the MX Select Adjustable Dumbbells
6:21 - The three Different Weight Range Options
8:39 - Pros & Cons Compared
11:25 - Coop's Recommendation
12:09 - Final Thoughts
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This video helped me decide to order the MX85 dumbbells simply due to the DIY ability to service the handles and the handle design. I love the Nuobells but I can't pay the money they want for those with that potentially problematic weak handle. Also there is currently almost $300 difference between the two when you figure Nuobell charges taxes and shipping on top of the list price where MX Select didn't charge any taxes and has free shipping. Got my MX85 dumbbells shipped for $599 otd compared to nearly $900 Nuobell wanted to ship their dumbbells to my door. (To be exact to the penny Nuobells shipped $874.67 vs $599.00 shipped for the MX85s)
I bought my MX Select 55s two years ago. Fortunately they came with metal handles that were nicely knurled at that time. Two years of use, 4 days per week, and they are still working perfectly...
Great.
Do you drop/hit them occasionally, or are you as delicate as possible?
@@KenanTurkiye I don't drop them, never have, but I handle them as normal dumbbells. Their size, balance, and feel are just like regular fixed weight dumbbells
@@temptingfate759 Very kind of you to drop an answer, thank you. Have a great time. 👍
@@KenanTurkiye I had the MX55 dumbbells with metal handles too, I've accidentally dropped them a couple times (fell off bench) from approximately 18" on horse stall mats and they were fine.
BTW, My Core Fitness dumbbells seized up after I dropped them, plates got damaged too.
@@feltonarmand5160 Thank you for that input Felton, much appreciated.
Great video! I have an older version of the MX55's. I really like them. My biggest complaint is the yellow dials have numbers rather than the selected weight. I have to look at the number to weight translation chart every time I use them. Looks like they fixed that problem with the version that you demoed! I think the stand is worth the money.
I'm a fan of the Nuobells. I've had them for maybe 6 months and they have performed flawlessly. They also look and feel like regular dumbbells. The only change I would make is to go to 100 pounds, but you can always add platemates or be creative with bands if you need more weight. I use barbells for the compounds, so the 80 is fine for me for most things i'm using them for. The stand is also a nice addition. Small footprint and also a high quality item. I previously had the Bowflex 90's, which were good for their time, but these are a level above.
The thing with Nuobells and more weight is I'd be afraid of adding even more stress to the plastic components. Even at 80 I'm nervous. There's a guy who broke one apart and I wish I watched that before I bought mine.
@@cvo223 Yep, here is that teardown video: ruclips.net/video/VI3alL6i8jA/видео.html I agree with Average Joe, it's probably just a matter of when, not if they break. The two year warranty on something that expensive should be a big red flag. Powerblocks are far from perfect, but so long as you don't drop them they will last a lifetime.
I'm surprised that no one worries about the fact that the rods holding so much weight are in plastic... Just doesn't feel safe to have this plates over your head when you know the rods are not metal...
Am i the only one concerned about this? 🤷
@@un4xttv948 Valid concern, but I just looked at mine and I think the rods themselves are steel. They feel very solid in use. There is plastic on the things that interlock the plates when you are changing weights, which would probably make it hard to select a weight in the cradle if that broke, but I don't think that would cause a plate to fall off if it's already locked in outside of the cradle when you are using them.
@@DANA-lx8cv Thanks for your reply. If the Rods are still then yes that is safe 🙂
I've actually used uneven adjustable dumbbells (old school spin lock style) and they are a CRAZY forearm workout. It is an advantage depending how unconventional you're willing to get to hit certain muscles
great content as always, i've been watching your stuff since you were under 10k followers on instagram, and have been so happy to see you thrive as the premier source for unbiased garage gym reviews.
ordered my nuobells today based on your reviews and am excited for them to arrive, thanks so much!
Love from IND...your previous videos on. Adjustable dumbbells were helpful for me selecting my adjustable dumbbells... Thanks man
Mx select made a smart move with sending the handle mechanism. I recently watched a video about a product designer dismantling a broken noubel dumbell. The main criticism was that the noubell was designed to not be serviceable. And thus overtime the handle mechanism would fail because it’s worn out. But you would have to buy a whole new noubell because they aren’t serviceable. And they don’t sell replacement parts.
The fact that this is possible on the mx select is a big selling point.
Maybe. My main thought in looking at the guts of this thing is how much less durable it is compared to your basic set of spin lock handles.
Coop, I love how you covered the MX Select. Great Review (as always) !!
After watching your reviews we purchased the Nuobells, and we have loved them. We have been using they for the last six months, and they work great for all of our dumbbell exercises. Thanks for the great content!
hapy to hear it Ben & Dilla !
Own the MX55, and my set from two years ago have knurling as well 😎 Love them!
Love my Nuobells! Closest feel to lifting at the gym with indivisible dumbbells. Going on 2 yrs of daily use and no issues.
MX55 owner here, and they're awesome. I didn't opt for the Nuobells because I've seen many reviews of the stand being too light and its difficult to re-rack. That's the last thing you want during a superset. I particularly like how I can drop two plates off the Mx55 without re-racking the whole dumbbell for supersets, very handy. Plus all metal and replaceable parts, those decisions made it easy for me. Thanks for the comparison!
I've got the Nuobells and you made the right call. Although my Nuobells go up to 32KG, the use of plastic is a real kick in the nuts. Even the fucking stand uses plastic. The amount of times random plastic has fallen off the stand or screws have come loose is too damn high. I don't get why they made the stand out of metal but the part that actually comes into contact with the heavy ass dumbbells is plastic.. Also, there are these little plastic chips that fall off if you drop them too high. I do floor press and sometimes you have to dump the weight to protect your shoulders and I feel like they're going to break one of these times. Better them than me though..
@@Liquificati0n hey Derk, def better the weights than you! Haha gotta stay safe. But yeh, I was a bit turned off by the plastic. Sorry to hear you keep seeing bits fall off here and there. I heard they have 2yr warranty, hope their support is decent and covers they kinds manufacturing flaw. In an extreme example, it's like they built a boat they isn't intended to be used in water. What's the pt.
I'm gonna do an in-depth review of my mx selects soon. Been taking notes plus been using them 3x a week for over 6 months now!
I've had the Nuobells for 1 year and 3 months. They look and feel like real dumbbells and the quick change is the best feature. The negative is the plastic mechanism that Coup pointed out. For this reason I had to replace one of the handles because it was shaking excessively. But thanks to the 2 year warranty customer service was happy to replace it for a $9.99 shipping fee. I only had to send a short video for proof of defect. I hope and wish someone, somewhere can make a metal weight selector.
I love the MX85. They have been solid since day one of use. The rubber grip I like. Can't say if I'd care for knurling only because I've gotten so used to them. If they were to have an upgrade kit the way the Bowflex barbell has to go to 120 that would be an amazing feat. I also personally like using the staggered weight for imbalance for things like twisting curls and allowing more weigh on the bottom end to create more force for twist.
Hello. Did you reply to the winner notice? Do you think it's legit?
@@jimg6743 of course I did not. There's tons of other people that got the same post
Thanks for the review very nice man 😊😊
Wow thank you for guiding me to the better even increments of the nuobells - very nice!
Another great review 👏 👌 👍
I originally wanted the Nuobell, but after watching this decided on the MX85 with metal handle due to the metal internals. I've had for 1 month now and absolutely love them! They looked very big at first but got used to them quickly. I got the mx select bench too but I don't love it as much as the dumbbells themselves lol
Dude theyre GINORMOUS..... They look silly and they are way too big smh
Never used either, but that's pretty attractive for a home gym. Space and budget wise, that works. The Nuobell kind of catch the eye because they look symmetrical, but the MX with spare parts, that'd be a purchase in case they break after a few years. OF course, the only thing your breaking with regular dumbells if you drop them, is fingers, toes, melon, floor... spotter.....
Thanks for all the great reviews!
Still wondering if you'll ever review Core Fitness adjustable dumbbells.
Hey Coop thanks for the review. I do alot of unbalanced dumbbell workouts. I am looking for an upgrade to my bowflex mostly because of the length that remains constant no matter the weight I select. I want to keep the ability to have uneven weight. I am surprised it is not a feature in more adjustable dumbbells. Functional training is a big thing right now and the uneven weight distribution plays into functional training in workouts perfectly. So they just got a new customer.
I LOVE my 80lb Nuobells! I wish they went to 100-120, but I can’t complain for the small footprint they require!
Video Suggestion: Comprehensive comparison of all the parallel T-bar row handles out there! Titan, Rogue (fat and standard grip), Mirafit, ATX, Klevabuilt, Grind, Gymstick, and Global Fitness - just to name a few. One thing I've noticed is a few of these are way too long, so you have to elevate your feet to even be able to get any range of motion, which is very inconvenient. Some dont have knurling, some arent tall enough to work as a loading jack (but does that even matter since the bar is diagonal?), some are too wide, too narrow, have multiple width options, and the cost is all over the place! Would make for a great video.
Love your reviews! Watched many but I have yet to see any on the SNODE ADJUSTABLE DUMBBELLS. Any chance you'll get around to doing a review on them?
I have just purchased the 55s from Costco here in uk. Got for £300 the set plus the Stand for £95. Got the metal knurling which is great. Very reassuring to see that the internals are metal. Loving them so far. Great investment as part of my new gym set up
Ive been running the MX-55 and I LOVE them, the version one had gnurling and I must agree, I think thats a nice feeling and setup. The upgradable ability is my only disappointment here as i think im going to be outlifting the 55lbs capacity of my MX-55s in the number of months... Youre right they just need the stand. I havent had any issues going up 10lbs... Super rad video and thanks for the previous one as thats what helped me to decide to get these... very very happy
Hello. Did you reply to the inner notice? Do you think it's legit?
@@jimg6743 absolutely did NOT reply and NO i think thats a scam dude, anyone thats reached out before in terms of winning a prize does not use this basic bot attack style lettering and numbering in my opinion and honestly, if i didnt enter a competition and some one says I won, its normally a scam. I wouldnt even click the link but hey I could be wrong and missing out on millions in unpaid Nigerian prince's bounties and stashes lol. who knows
congrats on 400k 🎉
My wife is amazing and got me nuobells for Christmas. I’ve been using some cheap loadable dumbbells for a long time and the convenience factor alone makes them worth it.
Have used mx85 for over 2 year now, and it works exelent.
I bought the nuobells around when they came out and I use them 2-3 times a week. Haven't had any issues but I do have the same concerns coop always highlights. I wish they made a premium version with metal even if it was 1-200 more expensive
Great review Coop. Can you review the Pepin Fast Series? Would love to see a Pepin vs. Nuobell comparison.
Agreed! I’d love to see a Pepin Fast Series review!
Love to see your thoughts on the pepin fast series dumbbells
Ready for the new Pepin dumbbell review!
I started with Powerblocks, and the cage just bugged me. Pullovers, goblet squats, etc. were doable, just felt awkward. I moved onto Pepin HD. I love the handles. They hold a lot of weight, but spin locks 😂 The nice thing about them is that changing the weight was my rest interval. Finally I just bought a set of Rogue hex dumbbells (5 to 50) and individual pairs of 55, 60, 65, and 70 (the most common that I use). Anything over 70 I just use the Pepin.
Love the look of the pepin. Looks like they have new models coming. What’s your thoughts on these? I was looking at Rogue Dumbbells, but shipping is crazy.
Same here. I got a set of Powerblocks 12 something years ago. The cage always bugged me. They are very practical and quick to adjust, but the cage just imposes too many restrictions on movements and exercises. Last year I got a set of Baadass (same thing as Pepin but sturdier). No regrets! On top of that, some weight stacks from my Powerblocks actually broke (my fault because I stored the 40lbs increment improperly...but still, Powerblocks can break and then you are stuck with a broken product). I cannot recommend any of these ''quick changing plastic gadgets''. Either get Pepin, Baadass or IronMaster. Besides, all them plastic gimmicks don't feel like real dumbbells.
@@RogueCylon I noticed when I ordered another pair of Rogue dumbbells that they sell them in pairs by default now. Not sure if that does anything for shipping cost but it seemed cheaper than last time.
@@RogueCylon They're making an Olympia version, unfortunately they're PRO line and not the shorter HD.
The dream would be Pepin Olympia HD handles combined with Watson's super thin ECO plates, unbeatable combo.
Would love to see a review of the Pepin FAST dumbbell!
Ultimately, I prefer the old-fashioned manually adjustable screw-on dumbbells. They're cheaper, can go to heavier weights, and have more granular jumps (when you include 1.25 lb. plates). The big advantage of these systems is the speed of their adjustability. But to that, I'd say just get a few more plates and handles if you need to superset.
I've had the Nuobells for a few months and they are perfect. I'm extra cautious with them and never drop them or even set them down hard. One thing I have noticed that is never mentioned is how they feel unbalanced if they are twisted in your hand. They're not unbalanced from front to back at all, I mean the weight feels off balance like the side edges of the weight plates are heavier than the top and bottom edges. Man that was way harder to explain than I expected.
Haven’t noticed that, granted I have no idea what you said
@@mathewmccabe2658 I know, words are hard
Probably because he gets payed to review these products so by saying they are bad itll put bad rep on company
I have them and I haven't experienced this, they're probably the best-balanced adjustable dumbbell because they most resemble a traditional dumbbell.
I disagree with your premise. The nuobells do not feel unbalanced side to side. Even if they are - you realize that most dumbbells you encounter in a commercial gym are going to have slight imbalances anyways - right? Hex head dumbbells eventually start to wear down and one side often has worn off more rubber than the other, affecting the balance ever so slightly. Stuff like this is largely inconsequential. I mean we can also open the can of worms that often barbell weight plates are not 100% true to their listed weight. It’s totally possible to load a barbell with the exact same “listed” weight on two sides but one side be 5 lbs heavier. The takeaway here is that we shouldn’t worry too hard about minor inconsistencies like this. Just lift hard and consistently and you’ll be fine.
I just bought the MX 80'S just for the fact that the nuobells aren't all metal inside and there's a video somewhere here that shows how easy it is for the nuobells to break. Plus the site I bought the MX from is currently having a good sale plus free shipping and a payment plan which is nice.
love my nuobells. I think they look great too, and are a conversation piece when i show them to people
Nuobells are very delicate. My buddy bought a pair 6 months ago and one slipped out of his grip 4 inches off the ground and broke. Nuobell charged $200 for a new handle. That is steep. Half the price of a new dumbbell for the handle. I wanted a set and he told me to stick with my Select techs.
Always here early i love garage gym reviews ❤
I got the nuobells because of you, and love them. I needed a solution to not having a lot of space but wanted a wide selection of weights. My daughter has also started working out and being able to start on the lower end with 5lb increments is huge for newbies.
you mean nuobies
@@gstung😂
I wish they went heavier I am ok now for bench and shoulder but need 140lbs for bent over rows. Need to build my own I guess.
@@chrisdonnell2575 You're far out lifting me. If you need 100+ dumbells I'm assuming you are full on body building/strength training. At that point you probably need to either be going to the gym or have a full on gym at home. IMO these are perfect for those of us that fall into the want to stay in shape -> first couple years of building with a "mini" home gym. I'm somewhere in the middle in that I am ok with small gains bit by bit, my concern is more just staying in shape in my 40s. If I need more weight I just slow my reps way down and/or increase the reps/sets.
Maybe they will make a heavier set in the future but I am guessing there is a weight limit with the adjustable BB where it is prone to failure/unsafe.
Maybe getting a set of heavy kettle bells for the bent rows?
I used to be very strong but lost a lot since covid didn't workout regularly when gyms reopened. Just got Rep rack barbell and weights and slowly getting strength back and losing a lot of weight as I live in FL and working out in the heat I believe burns 30-50% more calories. I ordered Henny system which lets you lift heavy safely and have 50+ exercises. They're basically mountain climing straps that let you setup barbell however you want for rows, bench, shoulder and leg workouts. Replace need for lever arms.@@Aaron_Ada
I think the MX dumbbell being able to have different weight on each side makes them more versatile. If you have uneven weight you can work on supination and pronation.
Decided to go with NÜOBELL Adjustable Dumbbells, thank you. Would use your affiliate link, but I cannot buy from them as the shipping would be crazy high.
The only thing I wish was better, was that it takes some effort to put the weight back to change it, but it helps a lot with the NUO stand.
I bought Nuobells earlier this year and they are one of the best things I have in my gym. The only thing I wish is that there was a way to go a just a little heavier with them.
you need to do one with the SNODE AD80 adjustable dumbbells ...
I have the Nuobells. As you have said the gears are plastic but, also the locking mechanism for the halfmoon plates are sketchy and I had the halfmoon plates fall off on to the floor and shatter like ceramic. They are extremely brittle. Its cheap pot metal that cannot be welded to be repaired. Simply weld will not hold. I have suggested they use a better quality steel that doesn't Shatter. They should also have repair kits for the handles although you can get just the handles replaced.
Always checking out your reviews, so I don't know why it took me so long to hit the subscribe button. Question. What do you think of the Bolt Octabell adjustable 80 lbs dumbbells? Don't see hardly any reviews on them.
Thanks for yet another honest and helpful review. If you do another adjustable dumbbell review, can you do Core Fitness adjustable dumbbells? I recently purchased them because they were similar to the Nuobells but much more budget friendly.
Really surprised there hasn't been a review of the Core Home Fitness ones. They've been around for several years and are a really solid option. I just wish they went up to 80 lb or higher like the Nuobells.
@@__-im2se That's a good point. I'm ok with 50 lb dumbbells because I don't think I'll outgrow those for awhile. But if that's a deal breaker then Nuobells are the way to go because they have the 80lb option.
@@russellgallagher250 Yeah, I got these about a year ago and they have been great. I've hit the limit on several of my lifts though and ideally I'd like to upgrade by the end of 2023 to my final adjustable dumbbell set. I'm really hoping Core Home Fitness comes out with a 100 lb version as the 50 lb version have been so good.
Own the mx85s and they are super nice. High quality product. Recommend! Yes they are a little bit but balanced and the size can be advantage for certain lifts like goblet squats or triceps pull overs etc.
Just bought a set of MX80 for €539,- including a standard in sale. Not a big db user so this was a price I could agree with. Looking forward to receiving them
Please review the new Pepin fast series adjustable dumbbells which can go up to 120lbs. Happy New Year Coop
Nice review of both dumbbells. But i did notice the slant design of the MX Select would give it an advantage over Nuobell. This would allow the MX dumbbell to easier return to the base, while the Nuobell would have to be aligned perfectly.
I actually find it as a negative because the weight distribution would be a little uneven
I have the MX85s and I agree, the slant design makes them very easy to re-rack. I have not experienced any weight distribution issues due to the slant. They feel perfectly balanced to me. Another benefit of the slant is that it can help keep the plates from contacting your body during certain exercises. As mentioned in the video, the MX85s are pretty big around. If I'm doing overhead presses, I can hold the dumbbells so that the slanted portion is facing downward which keeps the dumbbell from contacting my shoulder at the bottom of the movement.
Please review Snodes and Pepins Fast Adjustable Dumbbells. I keep asking about the Snodes.
Have the Nuobells for the last 5 months and really like them, bought the stand later and only complaint is I wish it put them higher. I am 6'5" and have to lean down quite a bit to pick them up.
I've had the Nuobells (1st gen) for over two years. I have been using them all the time several times per week and they're still as new.
Other than the non metal gearing, I feel like the nuobells are definitely superior. The form factor, the weight adjustability. The size of the mx really killed it for me, and i ended up ordering the nuobells because they were offering a labor day discount. Looking forward to putting them through the ringer.
After watching your video i went with the mx select 55lbs with the stand for 474., could not ignore the price.
Bolt Fitness makes the Bolt Bell 50 & 80. Basically the exact same visually, mechanically, and price wise as the nuobells but with a hexagon shape. I’ve had them for 6 months so far with no problems.
There's also a brand called snode with a product like nuobell that goes ups to 80 lbs. The main differentiating feature is that they claim to be drop-proof. They're a bit pricy at around $1k but solves the main call out for these types of dumbbells.
I'll eat my hat if those are genuinely drop-proof, on the level of Ironmasters, but based on their promo stuff, I'd bet they get a little more durability by not offering 5lb increments, which means they don't need to notch the inner part of the handle that extends outwards. Nothing a pair of 2.5lb platemates can't make up for, though.
Snode uses plastic gears. But at least they are easily serviceable, unlike the plastic parts in Nuobells which require you to buy a whole new handle when they break.
They have a video on their website of them dropping the Snode dumbbells from bench height.
Something that Nuobell or Coop haven't even done.
Love the content but I have a question
Can you put weight on the ajustable dumbell?
Can you do renegade row on the floor? Use them if you have a bad wrist for burpees?
Mainly looking for a Crossfit style training and nobody ever say anything about it so I guess the answer is no but if anybody use them heavily for DB deadlift or DB snatch, are fragile are those bad boys?
Thanks
Not sure if you've done this before (just started watching your channel), but how accurate are the weights? I have the Powerblock Pro series and 50 lbs seems to weight about 52 lbs, etc. Great channel. I love it!
I purchased the MX85 after seeing that the Nuobell have plastic internal parts that break and can’t be replaced. The MX have metal internal parts and can be replaced/repair if ever broken
Really great to see you compare these two head to head
Can you please review Snode's
They say they are drop proof and would like to see your opinion on them
This please. They look like metal Nuobells with 10lb increments vs 5lb
Snode uses plastic gears. Coop may or may not mention durability concerns, but he will never make the effort to actually learn if the concerns are valid or not. With Nuobell and Snode, they are, for reasons that should be obvious to anybody who has seen them torn down.
@@plmn93 I have seen take downs of the two dumbells:
Snode: ruclips.net/video/PBK_f9RTYmw/видео.html
Nuobell: ruclips.net/video/VI3alL6i8jA/видео.html
And while snode does use nylon gears the mechanism is simple and easy to work on. If you watch the breakdown Joe makes a very good point about plastics vs metals in surviving impacts, plastics can bend and return to their original shape when metals would deform. Metals don't immediately equal better survivability.
Though after watching these breakdowns I ordered the Snodes, the simplicity of the mechanism and the serviceability of the device convinced me.
Another vote for a Snode review. 👍🏽
Awesome review, leaning towards getting the Nuobell.. On another note, Nice watch, what brand and model is it?
Nuobells are the best alternative to tradition fixed dumbbells. I have them and use them frequently. I do wish the nurling was a bit more aggressive, but all in all they're great for a home setup. I tried loadable dumbbells from rogue and they suck. Not only are they a pain to load, but the clamp at the end of the bar makes it super uncomfortable to rest them on your legs when you're doing any sort of press. Only nice thing about the loadable besides the price is the nurling is great, just like a barbell.
You're reviews have been great. I'm in the market for adjustable dumbbells. Can you review the octabell from Bolt fitness, I don't see much detailed reviews on them and they look solidly built. Thanks!
Can you do a review on the Pepin Fast dumbbells? Really curious how they compare to noubells and powerblocks. I have powerblocks right now but would like a durable option that has more of a dumbbell feel to it.
Go with the fast series!
I'm interested in the Pepin Fast loaded Dumbbells
How do you think the octabells compare
I have a full fixed set of dumbbells so I have no dog in this fight. That said, nuobell has the better design and would be worth the extra cost. However, in defense of the weird weight increments of the MX Selects, I'm pretty certain that most of my fixed dumbbells would be up to 2-3 pounds off their stated weights. Just round to the closest whole number and go with it. The only number that really matters is that the next number higher and that it is not too large of a jump.
What would be a cool idea for a cheaper and upgradable set of adjustable dumbbells would be for someone to come up with a threaded insert that would fit into the 1 inch hole of a standard weight. Then utilize similar designs of both of these handles that would thread into the insert. Sell the handles, have upgradable rods if needed and buy more plates as you grow.
Recently had to send Nüobells back, some goof told our commercial S&C gym that they would be a good investment for us to get 6 sets of those instead of normal dumbbells. A couple of us were suspicious, but they came with a warranty so whatever. Every one was broken in less than 5 months, we're now getting real dumbbells
Let’s add Core dumbbells to the mix….looks like a previous version of Nuobell from where I sit, but less $$$. (I have the 50# Nuobell and love them, meet my needs perfectly)
You have to do Pepin Fast Series soon!
I have them and they are fantastic
That really is the only thing I've seen about the nuobell that I've changed. The plastic weight select internals
I own nuo's and power blocks. I only prefer the power blocks for bench press because I can still drop them after a failed rep. If i drop the nuo's that's pretty much the end of them.
For everything else I prefer nuobell.
Would love to see a review of Snode AD80 adjustable dumbbells....looks like nuobell with metal gears, but a hefty price tag
Despite what they imply in their advertising, Snode gears are plastic. Unlike Nuobell, they are at least serviceable...though they don't sell the individual parts and won't tell you if they will at some point or not.
Plastic internals on Snode: ruclips.net/video/PBK_f9RTYmw/видео.html Snode's marketing is deceptive. Pretty shady, IMO.
I have the Powerblocks Urethane 90 with the rubber handles that are okay. The NUOBELL would be my choice if had to purchase a set of adjustable again.
Would like to see them against power blocks since that's what we're likely moving from
You definitely need to get your hands on the pepin fast adjustable dumbells!
Just bought the nordictrack 55lb select a weight and surprised that you don't have a review for them. For the price, form, and addition of 2.5/5lb increments I feel like it's a good deal. But wanted to see if you had opinion
Found a set of 80 lbs Nuobells for $475 shipped today. Couldn’t resist mate.
I bought the 50lb nuobells with the stand. Also got the fractional 1.25 platemates which are magnetic. This gives me 2.5 increments. Love them! Nuobells now have an expansion pack so I can move to the 80lb version if needed.
It sounds on his video like they make noise when you shake them? Is that true, would you say that it’s safe to drop them on mat?
Thank you for answer sir
@@ojc8203 They do make some noise when shaken but nothing that bothers me. I would not drop them as they do have some plastic parts. Warranty is void if dropped.
I have my set of Bowflex adjustables but I want to get some nuobells for my birthday. I just wish they went a little higher than 80 lbs. Like 1 more weight on both side to get it to 90 or 100 would be PERFECT.
Since I got my Powerblock Elite USA 90s with a portable Large Stand for pretty cheap I'll stick with them. If I didn't have any adjustable dumbells I would get the Commercial Power Block 125s that could plug into their barbell and kettle bell attachments. Nuobells at 80 pounds looks fantastic so HIIT but a normal guy can eventually max out 80 LBs. Nubell 2.0 to 125 LBs would be prefect.
Cant wait to get my nuobells. i wish they had a heavier option though. would love a kit that could go up to 100-125ish
Hiya Coop, note that Nuobell doesn't use gears. They use a barrel cam and cam followers which I cover in a tear down video. It is the single greatest weakness of the Nuobell.
MX, in contrast, appears to be using a rack and pinion inspired design with metal shafts/racks. The biggest advantage and selling point here isn't the metal gearing. It's the DIY replaceable parts. Those metal gears are under no load. MX could use a plastic like nylon and get the same results. In this way, they're a bit like Snode, but with (in my opinion) a less user friendly mechanism.
Still, I love me a dumbbell that can be DIY repaired with replacement parts from the manufacturer. That puts MX solidly ahead of Nuobell which is, at the moment, not repairable and about $189 per handle to replace.
I suspect it's vulnerable to drops, especially accidental drops if it comes into contact with the floor while not upright. That's based on the plate design, and is a vulnerability not unlike Snode's. But again, DIY repair potentially comes to the rescue.
Can you do a review of the Snode dumbbells? They look very similar to Nuobell, but claim you can drop them
The uneven loading option on the MX , is actually a feature . In a VERY specific situation !
Think kettlebell bench press . The weight can be on the outside , pulling your hands more apart and engaging the chest in a different way , almost as you are pressing but also doing a fly at the same time .
It can work for rolls and goblet squats as well ,where in a goblet squat it doesn't really matter if it is offset since you hold the dumbbell upright and for rolls having it offset can possibly help with shoulder problems , maybe it feels more comfortable if it is pulling one way or the other .
THose are pretty niche uses i agree , but they are a real option and not just a cop out .
Honestly made me want the mx selects
These things are too light for me, I stay on my Ironmaster! (Thank you Coop for the advice)
What brand of shirt is Coop using? It's the CSS3 logo just mirrored.
I feel like the fact the MX have replacement parts you can buy is enough reason to get them instead the Nuobell.
I have the Nuobells. I bought the 80lb variant and I should have bought them with the raised weight rack. I almost never use after gyms open back up but also now that I have a herinated disc, I definetly am not reaching down to pull that weight up
I'm waiting for the jaxjox 90s to drop, hopefully they'll make em
I'd like to see reviews of octabell, pepin, and snode dumbbells 80lbs+
any new plate loaded with internal pin designs released of late?
I just bought the mx85s. Because of durability and I like the extra 5 pounds. They were on sale for $599. So I thought it was a steal. If your looking at nuobells, check out bolt octagon dumbbell for $607. I'm almost sure it's the same manufacturer of the nuobells.
New Upgrade for the Matte Black Nuobells: The cradles and handlebar have been upgraded to aluminum. Is that better? Or should I but them without this upgrade?