Great review! I have both as well, and find them both to be great products. The best on the planet, for a number of reasons. I tend to like the way the Kettlebell Kings bells feel, in the rack position. I agree, it is a matter of personal preference. I like the slight curve to the KK handle, as well. The truth is, when getting kettlebells in the world today, we may have to forego preference, and rather go with what is available. Both brands are hard to find right now. The Kettlebells USA seems to have a layer of something like slag, over the handle, which creates a nice surface for chalk. I once received one, that had a very bad handle, and used a file to remove the rough spots. There was a layer which again, to me resembled slag, and it came off relatively easy. Underneath was a layer that was much harder. I have also had to file down areas on Kettlebell King's Handles, and the steel seemed to be of similar hardness. I too have noticed the different ring to the steel, and was interested. Any minor preference on my part, is easily offset by the quality of both products, and in fact, I enjoy both products. The Kettlebells USA has a design, that is very similar (shape wise), to many other bells. Of course the hollow core, makes them much different, and of much greater quality. They do appear more traditional, however. The Kettlebell Kings version has a design that is very very similar to a Russian design, as seen in the Russian Ural kettlebell brand (kettlebell.ru/en/catalog/). Many of the world's top competitors use that brand, for training, and competition, and actually prefer that design. I tend to think the Kettlebell King's is better than the Ural brand, however, based on the fact that Ural is cast iron, and KK is cast steel. Regarding the comparison at hand, I would not rate either as being better or worse. Again, both are exquisite. They do seem to be cast different, despite being hollow. The rod across the inside of the KBUSA looks to be part of the casting process, and also does accomplish another calibration task, which I won't go into detail about here. There are several other hollow steel competition kettlebells around, which seem to be of high quality, but they are also hard to obtain, due to present events. These include Vulcan ( www.vulcanstrength.com/Vulcan-Absolute-Competition-Kettlebells-p/vckbxx.htm), and Bells of Steel (www.bellsofsteel.com/kettlebells/). A number of other companies make what appear to be great kettlebells, such as Rogue, and even Eleiko, but these latter two are cast iron, and not hollow core, so I wouldn't rate them as being on the same level as the two in this video. The reason I have mentioned the brands, other than those in this review, is merely as a point of interest, and not to disparage the great review in any way. As a final note, I think it is of value to obtain and train with several types of competition kettlebells, especially if competition is the goal. One never knows which bell will be used at a particular event, and it is important to have experience training with different types, so that one gets use to these diverse products, and isn't thrown completely off, when a window is of different shape and size.
@@cdamico97 My understanding is that they have been approved forr use in competition, and have actually been used in many competitions. Of course various organizations will select various products, for their events, but in order for a kettlebell to be approved, it needs to meet certain specifications. This is one of the reasons that kettlebells with those bevels on them, are generally not approved. However, there is nothing that would prevent an organization from setting up a competition, and selecting any kettlebell that they want. The drawback would be that winners/those who place, may not have their results recognized by the larger kettlebell sport community. But again, yes, Kettlebell Kings with their competition version, provides a product that meets all of the specs, world wide. I am not sure about their fitness edition competition kettlebell, however.
I have both paradigm pro elite and kettlebell kings both in 33mm handles but unfortunately the paradigm pro elite measured with my measuring tool at 34mm in the handle. Kettlebell kings was exactly 33 mm. In your review you were right about the weight balance in kettlebell kings the weight is higher closer to the handle and paradigm pro elite is a little further down. The paradigm pro elite the width of the bottom ball is bigger and wider as you said so it feels like you need to open your legs a little wider when you're doing double swings. Kettable kings the shape of the handle being a little more square I liked more because when you're doing clean snatches it locks your hand into that corner quicker and doesn't move. But I like the paradigm pro elite handle for two-handed swings because it has more space and when you do snatches or overhead presses it feels a little more comfortable because it's sitting so close to your wrist it almost feels like it's pushing your shoulder in the socket better and not sitting on your wrist like kettlebell kings. I like paradigm pro elite 33 mill handle because the weights go up to 48kg. But kettlebell kings 33 mil handles with teardrop shape only go to 32kg. Bottom line I like the kettlebell kings with the teardrop 33mm handle more feels more comfortable.
Interesting stuff. I've only had cast bells from various brands -- MD USA, Wright, Rep, Rogue, and Lifeline prior to my Kettlebell King's competition size. Didn't realize there was so much difference in those as well, but I definitely prefer the standardized competition size over random cast sizes, except for something like heavy two-handed swings or a horn-held goblet squat.
I decided to go with KettlebellsUSA since they had a sale with deep discounts at the time. I'm sure that Kettlebell Kings is great too but I haven't had a chance to try them yet. It does seem that Kettlebell Kings supports the sport quite a bit.
I have both, but prefer K.Kings over Paradigm Pros.....I have one V. Federenko Pro left, and I prefer that handle steel over both of these. I wish they would make a come back.
I just got two 24kg KBs from Rogue Fitness . First time ever using KBs so cant really compare... seem ok. I do know that I am sore in places I’ve never been sore before lol.
@@kettlebellmusclegain They do seem similar, but I think that Valery Fedorenko's bells had a better handle shape, and were steel. That beveled edge seems to be loved by some, and disliked by others, especially for snatches. I have tried them a couple of times, while up at the Rogue store. Overall, not a bad product.
To add to my last comment, I think the kettlebells USA bells have a lot more room for two handed swings. My hands get crunched doing two handed swings with kettlebell kings bells.
Mine too but know that competition kettlebells are meant for single hand use anyway. There is no competitive exercise that uses two hands. Thats why the cast bells are usually larger windows
Sporting that Whoop Strap! This was a great video because I only have access to my King's bells, but there are a lot of points that make the KBUSA bells sound pretty nice.
@@kettlebellmusclegain I’m getting 16kg only for tgus and 20kg for all other moves. I’ll mostly do push movements I’m currently doing cleans and jerks with my sand bag but wanna switch to KB’s for those moves. Snatch or jerk? I’ll do Both but I’d incorporate more snatches
I was never attracted to lifting traditional weights. However, kettlebell training is more appealing because it seems like the movements relate to everyday life. (MY strong philosophy is to "Have something to show for it" - this is why I don't play video games.
That is almost an octive higher in tone Joe between the bells. How do we find the VF kettlebell? I cant find them anywhere, Valery should do a GoFund Me campaign because I would purchase them. Joe, you need the larger window for your giant forearms, lol. Thanks Joe
What exercise do you think gives the most bang for your buck with kettlebells if you could only pick one if you had 5 min to warm up and 10 min to train
Its interesting that the windows are different heights and the bells themselves are different heights, shouldn't they be the same to comply with competition regulations?
@@kettlebellmusclegain Actually i've reached to Eleiko directly and it appears that their comp kettlebells all have a handle diameter of 32mm - Kettlebell Kings has both 33 and 35mm grip diameter. So, KK it is then!
@@kettlebellmusclegain what if I wanted individual because I’d like to be able to train with multiple different weights and not have to worry about taking them apart and stuff
@@kettlebellmusclegain I was interested in mainly 8-20kg bells for both me and my gf if I get past that awesome but for how much I weight and am trying to maintain I don’t see myself needing more than 20kg
You can save a lot of money getting cast iron kettlebells where I feel all the companies are pretty similar if you want competition bells like I'm talking about in this video I think all the bells like kettlebell Kings kettlebell USA's are really good up to say 24 kg and that's when I start jumping more towards kettlebells USA for over 24 kg I also really like Pro kettlebell company out of Seattle you might like them they have the beveled I just also rogue competition valves are really good as well and maybe cheaper
Does anyone know the types of metals by their sound? Just curious. Harder metals might hold up longer, but I doubt we're throwing them in blenders lol.
@@kettlebellmusclegain oh maybe its the fitness version... which ever one has the "fillers" Im looking at getting the comp bell. Thanks for the review,
So I just received the KettlebellUSA paradigm pro elite competition bell twelve kilo... inside the bell there is a metal thin bar that goes from one side to the other. Is that not a filler? it doesn't look to sturdy. was wondering if all different weight has that bar?
Which of the two is more comfortable for hardstyle two handed swings? I wanna use kettlebells for strength and power training mainly since I can’t use a barbell in my nyc apartment - which do you recommend?
I sorry I thought you were going to be another ethnocentric commenter. Ive had great quality products from china. As any other place in the world. Ans yes very bad stuff too. But these bells here are very good quality. Better than some of the american made ones ive seen too. All comes down to quality control by both manufacturer and seller.
@@kettlebellmusclegain i have all Kettlebell kings and i think they are amazing bells. I thought they were made in Texas. They dont advertise where the bells are from and people deserve to know.
the longer the ring in steal the purer the steal. a good anvil sings
Good to know. Thanks
Great review! I have both as well, and find them both to be great products. The best on the planet, for a number of reasons. I tend to like the way the Kettlebell Kings bells feel, in the rack position. I agree, it is a matter of personal preference. I like the slight curve to the KK handle, as well. The truth is, when getting kettlebells in the world today, we may have to forego preference, and rather go with what is available. Both brands are hard to find right now. The Kettlebells USA seems to have a layer of something like slag, over the handle, which creates a nice surface for chalk. I once received one, that had a very bad handle, and used a file to remove the rough spots. There was a layer which again, to me resembled slag, and it came off relatively easy. Underneath was a layer that was much harder. I have also had to file down areas on Kettlebell King's Handles, and the steel seemed to be of similar hardness. I too have noticed the different ring to the steel, and was interested.
Any minor preference on my part, is easily offset by the quality of both products, and in fact, I enjoy both products. The Kettlebells USA has a design, that is very similar (shape wise), to many other bells. Of course the hollow core, makes them much different, and of much greater quality. They do appear more traditional, however. The Kettlebell Kings version has a design that is very very similar to a Russian design, as seen in the Russian Ural kettlebell brand (kettlebell.ru/en/catalog/). Many of the world's top competitors use that brand, for training, and competition, and actually prefer that design. I tend to think the Kettlebell King's is better than the Ural brand, however, based on the fact that Ural is cast iron, and KK is cast steel. Regarding the comparison at hand, I would not rate either as being better or worse. Again, both are exquisite. They do seem to be cast different, despite being hollow. The rod across the inside of the KBUSA looks to be part of the casting process, and also does accomplish another calibration task, which I won't go into detail about here.
There are several other hollow steel competition kettlebells around, which seem to be of high quality, but they are also hard to obtain, due to present events. These include Vulcan ( www.vulcanstrength.com/Vulcan-Absolute-Competition-Kettlebells-p/vckbxx.htm), and Bells of Steel (www.bellsofsteel.com/kettlebells/). A number of other companies make what appear to be great kettlebells, such as Rogue, and even Eleiko, but these latter two are cast iron, and not hollow core, so I wouldn't rate them as being on the same level as the two in this video. The reason I have mentioned the brands, other than those in this review, is merely as a point of interest, and not to disparage the great review in any way. As a final note, I think it is of value to obtain and train with several types of competition kettlebells, especially if competition is the goal. One never knows which bell will be used at a particular event, and it is important to have experience training with different types, so that one gets use to these diverse products, and isn't thrown completely off, when a window is of different shape and size.
So are the KB kings approved for comp use? Or do competitions vary the brands used?
@@cdamico97 My understanding is that they have been approved forr use in competition, and have actually been used in many competitions. Of course various organizations will select various products, for their events, but in order for a kettlebell to be approved, it needs to meet certain specifications. This is one of the reasons that kettlebells with those bevels on them, are generally not approved. However, there is nothing that would prevent an organization from setting up a competition, and selecting any kettlebell that they want. The drawback would be that winners/those who place, may not have their results recognized by the larger kettlebell sport community. But again, yes, Kettlebell Kings with their competition version, provides a product that meets all of the specs, world wide. I am not sure about their fitness edition competition kettlebell, however.
I really appreciate your making this video. I have both kettlebell kings and kettlebells USA, and I think your evaluation is spot on!
Cool i tried to report exactly what I noticed.
I have both paradigm pro elite and kettlebell kings both in 33mm handles but unfortunately the paradigm pro elite measured with my measuring tool at 34mm in the handle. Kettlebell kings was exactly 33 mm. In your review you were right about the weight balance in kettlebell kings the weight is higher closer to the handle and paradigm pro elite is a little further down. The paradigm pro elite the width of the bottom ball is bigger and wider as you said so it feels like you need to open your legs a little wider when you're doing double swings. Kettable kings the shape of the handle being a little more square I liked more because when you're doing clean snatches it locks your hand into that corner quicker and doesn't move. But I like the paradigm pro elite handle for two-handed swings because it has more space and when you do snatches or overhead presses it feels a little more comfortable because it's sitting so close to your wrist it almost feels like it's pushing your shoulder in the socket better and not sitting on your wrist like kettlebell kings. I like paradigm pro elite 33 mill handle because the weights go up to 48kg. But kettlebell kings 33 mil handles with teardrop shape only go to 32kg. Bottom line I like the kettlebell kings with the teardrop 33mm handle more feels more comfortable.
Interesting stuff. I've only had cast bells from various brands -- MD USA, Wright, Rep, Rogue, and Lifeline prior to my Kettlebell King's competition size. Didn't realize there was so much difference in those as well, but I definitely prefer the standardized competition size over random cast sizes, except for something like heavy two-handed swings or a horn-held goblet squat.
Even small differences make big differe ces in the long run
I have both, and I prefer the KB USA 33mm.
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Thanks for this review. I just want to add that 35 mm felt more comfortable than 33 mm even though I’m a woman with small hands. I prefer 35.
Thanks.!
I decided to go with KettlebellsUSA since they had a sale with deep discounts at the time. I'm sure that Kettlebell Kings is great too but I haven't had a chance to try them yet. It does seem that Kettlebell Kings supports the sport quite a bit.
Cant go wrong with either I think its a matter of preference for a few reasons like I put in video.
I have both, but prefer K.Kings over Paradigm Pros.....I have one V. Federenko Pro left, and I prefer that handle steel over both of these. I wish they would make a come back.
Amazing review. Just got my 24kg comp bell in the mail after over a month of waiting. I’ll be snagging some liquid chalk ASAP from Vikn.
I just got two 24kg KBs from Rogue Fitness . First time ever using KBs so cant really compare... seem ok. I do know that I am sore in places I’ve never been sore before lol.
Believe those rogues have the beveled edges? Based on last Valery Fedorenko Precision design
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They have an option to get ones like that. I just got the powder coated round ones.
@@kettlebellmusclegain They do seem similar, but I think that Valery Fedorenko's bells had a better handle shape, and were steel. That beveled edge seems to be loved by some, and disliked by others, especially for snatches. I have tried them a couple of times, while up at the Rogue store. Overall, not a bad product.
To add to my last comment, I think the kettlebells USA bells have a lot more room for two handed swings. My hands get crunched doing two handed swings with kettlebell kings bells.
Mine too but know that competition kettlebells are meant for single hand use anyway. There is no competitive exercise that uses two hands. Thats why the cast bells are usually larger windows
Sporting that Whoop Strap! This was a great video because I only have access to my King's bells, but there are a lot of points that make the KBUSA bells sound pretty nice.
They both are good choices, some just might fit different people BETTER.
I can’t really decide between 33mm or 35mm handle diameter. I have medium size hands and this will be the first time I’m buying comp bells.
What will you do the most with them? Pull or push? Snatch or jerk? What weights?
@@kettlebellmusclegain
I’m getting 16kg only for tgus and 20kg for all other moves. I’ll mostly do push movements
I’m currently doing cleans and jerks with my sand bag but wanna switch to KB’s for those moves.
Snatch or jerk? I’ll do Both but I’d incorporate more snatches
Get 35. Better weight distribution on palms and wrist. Check www.thekettlebelllocker.com/buy-kettlebells for possible discounts to companies.
I’m a woman and I prefer 35mm my hands are small. 35 is better
Great review! I have both and KettlebellsUSA are most definitely better. More balanced and the handles are vastly superior than kettlebell kings
33mm or 35mm?
Excellent review, but you sound SO tense.
Relax, brother 😁 Good work
thanks and sometimes yes i am very tense. incredible stress in my life . ;)
I was never attracted to lifting traditional weights. However, kettlebell training is more appealing because it seems like the movements relate to everyday life. (MY strong philosophy is to "Have something to show for it" - this is why I don't play video games.
Lovely review!
Thanks
That is almost an octive higher in tone Joe between the bells. How do we find the VF kettlebell? I cant find them anywhere, Valery should do a GoFund Me campaign because I would purchase them. Joe, you need the larger window for your giant forearms, lol. Thanks Joe
My wrist joint is actually small compared.
Thanks this is a big help
Happy to help
What exercise do you think gives the most bang for your buck with kettlebells if you could only pick one if you had 5 min to warm up and 10 min to train
Kentucky Burpees ;) aka push up to double clean and jerkier Deadstop clean to jerk. :)
Its interesting that the windows are different heights and the bells themselves are different heights, shouldn't they be the same to comply with competition regulations?
Yeah but there really isnt any exact standard around here..... Many bells are used. Usually sponsored by a company in the us.
@@kettlebellmusclegain Can you bring your own bell to a competition or do you have to use supplied bells?
I have done both. They usually just weigh the bell on the scale when they weigh you as a competitor.
Def has to be a comp style bells though
Hey Joe, does that Kettlebells USA 16 kg in the background have weights poorly welded to the cross bar inside?
No weight in mine
Thanks joe !!!!
Very welcome
Where i live i can only buy either Eleiko or Kettlebell Kings. Which one would you recommend?
I think they both be great for you I prefer wider handles over 24kg so maybe eleiko would be good over 24kg
@@kettlebellmusclegain Actually i've reached to Eleiko directly and it appears that their comp kettlebells all have a handle diameter of 32mm - Kettlebell Kings has both 33 and 35mm grip diameter. So, KK it is then!
How much in cm should be the min and max proper distance between the handle and the bell itself?
Im not sure about that. Theyre usually within a few mm but I dont know if there is an exact standard.
@@kettlebellmusclegainNever mind, thanks for your reply.
What would you recommend for someone buying their first and only sets of kettlebells like a buy once cry once
Possibly 2 adjustable comp bells.
@@kettlebellmusclegain what if I wanted individual because I’d like to be able to train with multiple different weights and not have to worry about taking them apart and stuff
@@kettlebellmusclegain I was interested in mainly 8-20kg bells for both me and my gf if I get past that awesome but for how much I weight and am trying to maintain I don’t see myself needing more than 20kg
You can save a lot of money getting cast iron kettlebells where I feel all the companies are pretty similar if you want competition bells like I'm talking about in this video I think all the bells like kettlebell Kings kettlebell USA's are really good up to say 24 kg and that's when I start jumping more towards kettlebells USA for over 24 kg I also really like Pro kettlebell company out of Seattle you might like them they have the beveled I just also rogue competition valves are really good as well and maybe cheaper
@@kettlebellmusclegain sweet thanks for the recommendation why do you say KB kings for up to 24kg then kbusa?
Does anyone know the types of metals by their sound? Just curious. Harder metals might hold up longer, but I doubt we're throwing them in blenders lol.
Lower tone is softer. Thats not necessarily a bad thing.
I. Have stainless KB and while they look cool they feel horrible.
i heard something inside my begin to move around after awhile, have you had that problem and if so does it affect the bell?
Which one?
@@kettlebellmusclegain KB Kings
Is it the hollow. Comp bells? Or fitness versions
@@kettlebellmusclegain oh maybe its the fitness version... which ever one has the "fillers" Im looking at getting the comp bell. Thanks for the review,
So I just received the KettlebellUSA paradigm pro elite competition bell twelve kilo... inside the bell there is a metal thin bar that goes from one side to the other. Is that not a filler? it doesn't look to sturdy. was wondering if all different weight has that bar?
Purchase paradigm bells is the most important reasons for living in the Us !!!!! 🤣
Love it.
@@kettlebellmusclegain unfortunally it's far from France🇫🇷 😕
Which of the two is more comfortable for hardstyle two handed swings? I wanna use kettlebells for strength and power training mainly since I can’t use a barbell in my nyc apartment - which do you recommend?
For that absolutely KB kings would feel better
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Both made in China
There arent any competition kettlebells made in the US.
And TaeKwonDo originated in Korea.
What does this have to do with anything?
Im aware of that. Some people like american made products. What does a korean martial art have to do with chinese manufactoring?
I sorry I thought you were going to be another ethnocentric commenter. Ive had great quality products from china. As any other place in the world. Ans yes very bad stuff too. But these bells here are very good quality. Better than some of the american made ones ive seen too. All comes down to quality control by both manufacturer and seller.
@@kettlebellmusclegain i have all Kettlebell kings and i think they are amazing bells. I thought they were made in Texas. They dont advertise where the bells are from and people deserve to know.