If anyone sees this: Bought the G3 from the forceusa UK store website at a really good price and no extra shipping costs (with additional barbell and lat pulldown attachment as add ons), it took roughly 6-7 weeks to arrive, so bare that in mind if you aren't ordering to the US. Assembly was so much easier than i expected: step by step instructions were relatively easy to follow, and I've never put together a rack before. Most of the assembly can be done solo, but a few steps essentially require 2 people. The hardest part for me was putting the smith machine together. Full assembly took me maybe 7-9 hours at a pretty slow pace (not including laying all the parts out etc). I've been using it since I finished the build a few weeks back and I absolutely love it, only issues I have is the plate storage pegs are at the back meaning the rack needs to be placed a little bit further off a wall. Also, i have a pretty low ceiling in my garage, so i cant actually use the vertical barbell holder. Will definitely be looking for a different solution for plate storage. Either way, absolutely love the thing.
Smith machines get unnecessary hate. Smith machines helped me break through plateaus on overhead and bench press. Very handy to push to failure without hesitation when working out alone. I don't use them for squats but they are great for bench and overhead.
I celebrate the day I brought a Bodycraft 3D smith at auction for $400. I wasn't even sure what when I brought it but it was new and cool looking. The auctioneer was annoyed I took so long to take it apart and get it out of the basement of the house. It has been great for 70% of the work I have done for the past 11 years
Have had my force USA g3 for 4 years now. This thing is actually quite amazing for a limited space home gym option. Surprised coop didn’t mention the leg press attachment as that was the one item that pushed me to purchasing mine over competitors. My G3 has been able to do all my exercise needs and wants for push pull and legs. I bought the Force USA bench seat with leg attachment and modified it with rollers to attach to the cable machine and can do a full leg day with my machine now from leg press, leg extension, and leg curl. The smith makes loaded lunges easier and Bulgarian lunges. My wife loves using the smith and I can still do my normal benching with the rack. I will agree with coop though that the lat pull down sucks due to the angling. I fixed up a shorty seat so I can get full extension and get as close as I can do the rack for a better angle and it uses a seat belt attachment to keep me secure. Not ideal but it works fine. My g3 also has the land mine attachment and that works great for isolation exercises too. Force USA had free shipping when I bought mine and a military discount so I only paid like $1700 delivered to my door with a free bar for another one of their promos. I honestly have not had a single problem with mine and still works great. I legit don’t see needing anything else big equipment wise. Force USA g3 with bench seat, some adjustable dumbbells, and a cardio machine. About all you need tbh. If you want more, you either have a gigantic garage or really should be using a gym lol. Oh, and fwiw, I don’t do squats anymore. My back can’t handle it so I didn’t have a need for full squat rack. If you lift heavy squats like that, I would not recommend one of these. If you bench heavy, this thing is fine. It’s really squats where it wouldn’t work.
I’ve had mine for a couple of years now and love it. When I put it together, I found a RUclips video from Force USA South Africa and they show you how to assemble it. Saved me a lot of time. Love the reviews Coop.
This G3 NEEDS to be put up against the Major Lutie SML07. They are basically 1:1 as far as I can tell with the SML07 running around $1200 at the moment.The only difference being 11 vs 14 gauge steel.
I’ve had this for a year and have loved it apart from the plate loaded cables. The pain of changing the weights on those made me just pick exercises that didn’t use cables more often than not. My wife loves using a smith and we don’t have the space for a separate machine so we’re upgrading to the G15 now. It seems to be pretty much the G20 but with side plate storage which saves a lot of space. We’ll see how it goes
Not sure I like the new designed one but that’s also because the one I use is on the older G3 with the safety bars. Due to the safety bars, I can lock the angle of the plate so it doesn’t swivel around on me. The new model cannot do that since you need it to swivel to get it in the safety hooks. The bars imo were superior and sucks they got rid of them.
Not sure if you guys already do it, but it would most likely help alot if you record your assemble and upload it. Just for those who are stuck at somepoint or want to what is used etc.
I have one of these and love it. So glad you reviewed it. Curious though as it only took me and 1 other person about 6 hours to build it. Maybe me being an engineer helped but Id figure someone experienced like Sam would be fast too
I have an Atlas Strength version of this, with two 130lb stacks. Although i can purchase additional plates for the stacks, what i did was drill between the pull up bars and place pulleys on both sides and can now use both stacks utilizing an adaptor plate, connecting the cables. Bloody perfect now!
There are a few reviews out there but not as many as Force has. I'd like to see more as well since I am in between the Force G6 or the Jacked Up Plus @@DMills0421
I had the G3 for 4 years and it was great. The price is right and it did everything I wanted. They also give a 10% military discount which put the price for me at 1800 and they were giving free shipping when I got it. I upgraded to the Rep Ares this year so I sold it but it was a great rack. I was just tired of adding weight plates.
If I was building a home gym from scratch, I'd definitely get this + an independent lat pull down/low row combo that attaches to a wall. But since I already have a wall mounted rack, I'll probably build my own solution with two cable towers and a single lat/row in the middle and have it all plate loaded. Low profile and extremely versatile.
Would love to see you review the Major spirit b52. I'm thinking of getting this one and seems to have more functionality and more to offer for similar price for someone who doesn't have anything at all
First of all I'm team stand alone functional trainer and stand alone rack. If you have the space it just nice to have them separate. Second I'd love to see the ForceUSA G3 compared to the Marcy SM-4033. Thanks.
Give me the REP PR-5000 with the Ares or Athena attachment all day! Buy once, cry once. 2x2 uprights are a problem seeing you will only be able to get accessories from ForceUSA. Like everyone says “your home gym is never complete”. You will always be looking to add or upgrade.. Buy the PR-4k or 5K and add the attachments over time. You will be much happier. Great review Coop. Thanks so much.
Love the ares, wanted the ares but got the g3. Been completely content with it and it does everything I want and need from it. Wife loves the smith and the leg press for the smith makes it worth it imo. Only downside for me has been the lat pulldown is not great due to the angle and how short it is. Might buy a dedicated lat pulldown machine. I even got the force USA bench seat and modified it for leg work outs with the cable machine. The g3 is awesome and great budget purchase imo.
Hey Coop. Just saw your channel and love your detail reviews. I'm on the new years kick to try to build my home gym on the cheap with some new and used equipment. I stumbled across functional trainers and went down a rabbit hole due to their versatility. My wife and I recently purchased a Mikolo M4 Smith Machine on Amazon on the after Christmas Sale due to the price and exercise value. It is very similar in design/function/price to the ForceUSA G3. I think a review on that machine would be great to compare the 2 machines.
As much as I love (and want) the Rep Ares, the permanence of its position, either in the garage which I’m remodeling, or the lower ceiling (91” clearance) storage area in the basement, makes me a bit weary. As a result it has me eyeing up different functional rack setups or options that do similar things. This rack does a lot and I love the engineering of the plate loaded off set system. Reminds me a bit of the Buffalo Bully, but more options with functional trainer placement. I need to see their version of the jammer and potential pull-down or low row attachments to be more convinced but this is most definitely on the radar for me.
Need to do a review and comparison of the Jacked Up Fitness power rack plate. It is very similar to the Force USA G3, but there are hardly any reviews and no direct comparisons.
I live in Hawaii and saving space is of a necessity. I was wondering if you could do a review on the different space saving racks, such as the Force USA MyRack, Rogue, RepFitness, PRX and others?
I'd rather lose the Smith machine but gain a decent centre lat pulldown. That's all I really want, cable crossover, lat pulldown and low row what are the options in this price range? The G3 is the best-priced multi-function I've seen in Australia $2,699 while for example, the Rep Fitness Ares is 4,999 plus the cost of the rack (~$2,000). I'm almost looking at getting the G3 and a standalone lat pulldown ($849) for a total of $3548 which is half of the Ares. So what rack would be the recommendation if you really needed a good lat pulldown and row?
The "exploded diagram" taking the place of actual instructions is one of the more frustrating experiences I've had in setting equipment up and this isn't a ForceUSA issue it seems to be an industry wide trend it's so annoying.
It also comes with a free App with programs and sessions specificsally designed for all-in-one training. Those cables handles look great, I love those black chrome attachments. Was it 12 or 16 hours to put together? Seems like a pretty big variance haha
Provided Space and Funds are a non issue I pick the REP 5000 Power Rack in the Clear Coat (if it is an option) or Shiny Black, Prime Fitness Functional Trainer, Atlantis Lat Pulldown, Atlantis Row Machine, Prime Fitness Rear Delt Fly Machine, Hammer Strength Pec Deck, Sorinex Frankenheimer, Atlantis Lateral Raise Machine, Nautilus Pullover Machine, Atlantis Chest Press, Prime Fitness Leg Extension, Hammer Strength Hamstring Curl, Atlantis Hack Squat, Cybex Leg Press, Atlantis T Bar Row, and I'd have my Gym. Space and Funds are an issue I pick the REP 5000 Power Rack in shiny black, E.R. Kang functional trainer, Deltech Leg Extension, and my gym is complete, no more space. I like the way Deltech's leg extension loads on both sides of the feet. Not a fan of loading plates on one side or on one weight horn over feet. I'm on Team stand alone but unfortunately with limited space I live on Team Combo.
Hey coop, can you do a review on Leverage gyms? they're very versatile and a really good option for home gyms at a good price too. I'm thinking of getting one but I'm still a little wary of it haha.
Of course he will! I am a little surprised that it only goes up to 60 pounds. That will probably accommodate about 50% of the market tho. And they’re extremely quick.
The CORTEX SM-20 rack has a Smith Machine, weight stack, cables and is a power rack and it’s about half the price of the Force USA rack. I’ve got the SM-20 and it’s a great rack
I like that it's cheaper but I would rather pay more to be able to rapidly change the weight. If you are into meeting failure every other set, you know what I mean. I'm okay with work outs not being fun but they shouldnt be annoying.
Excellent review as always. Can you recommend a good option for low rows in a home gym? It could be attached to a rack or pull down machine. I am thinking in getting a pull down machine but I haven’t seen one that includes a good mechanism for low rows. Thank you
When is the review of the Manticore by Bells of Steel Coming out, I want to preorder so badly but I want to hear your thoughts on the attachments (Specifically the Hamstring curl/ Leg Extension)(
I have the Force USA G9 (I'm not sure they're making it anymore) but I know on mine and it looks the same on the G3 here that there is hardly any grip to the pull up bar...its a pretty thin and slick plastic material; would be nice to see them upgrade to a thicker maybe rubber grip in the future! Overall I LOVE my unit though and have had awesome experience with Force USA customer service
Small space and find a smith machine incredibly helpful. Currently have the Marcy 4903. Downside is limited smith machine travel on the lower side, no stacks, and pulleys are only low and high. Would replace with REP & stacks, but don’t want to part with the smith machine. I’ve been holding out for rack + smith machine + stacks that will fit in a basement (low ceiling) Maybe, someday …
If you like the rep stacks but love your smith then the ForceUSA products are the way to go. I’d look at the g6 or g15. Both are stacks with the smith and can still use half rack for bench and squat.
Me nitpicking but I am not a fan of the weight horn for the functional trainer sticking towards the inside of the machine. I know people are going to kick that with their shin when utilizing the attachment storage but I do see the purpose to equally load the FT and prevent dragging for heavier weight. It's a compelling unit overall but if you're not using the smith machine I'd also consider BOS Plate Loaded All In One Home Gym which footprint is smaller and will be cheaper too... just be aware 2.3" x 2.3" rack which is weird.
I think it would be fun to see this go up against MAJOR FITNESS SPIRIT B52 or MAJOR FITNESS RAPTOR F22 I think it would be a close match. I know they are not 100% in par with quality but they are a bit cheaper and offer all the same functionality.
It is great but you don’t realize how annoying it is to load up and change weight on the plate loaded cables. I end up just avoiding cable work all together with this
I have the G3 and love it. That said, I can’t wait to get a weight stack machine. Nothing wrong with the G3 but the plate loading gets old fast. I have a ton of extra change plates just in case now to make exercise loading easier and I just write out the weight combos now in my app so I don’t have to math as hard lol. It works but for the money, I wish I just went all in a weight stake over the plate. My 2 cents.
Hello Coop, Love your reviews. What are your thoughts on Leverage Squat Machines? I was looking through your videos and I noticed you never review the Leverage machines out there. Thoughts?
im convinced that force usa is just white label Chinese gym equipment, you look up their stuff and you start getting targeted adds for those all in one racks by several different brands that all look identical
Have you done a review of jacked up functional trainer? If not could you? I’m looking around at FT for home gym and they seem to have what I was looking for but wanted your opinion. Thanks for the great content.
Great review. I’m having a hard time nailing down what I’ll purchase. I don’t need smith machine, but I do need/want a rack that I can use for squats, and bench, but also has the functional trainer. I didn’t want plate loaded, but they’re less expensive. However what you mention about the lat pull-down is pretty crucial in my decision. Yet I’m still conflicted about what I want to get. I don’t care as much about price as long as I can get squat/bench/ and a functional trainer that I can use the cables for all the exercises I’m looking to do. It looks like either way I’m looking to spend a good amount of money to get what I want, and I’d hate to settle and not be satisfied.
You can get this + a pretty good lat pulldown/row machine for only a couple hundreds bucks. You would have everything you could ever need with that setup.
Pretty sure that’s an option when you purchase but it’s not worth it imo. This rack is very easy to build. The stack racks, ya, better to pay at that point.
Great review. I'm in California and have kept my fitness reality rack with a Spud Inc pulley for pulldowns outside for the last 2 years. It has held up great (I put a popup canopy over it in winter to avoid direct rain). Now a couple years in, I'm looking for an upgrade that has a cable system that will let me do low rows and crossover movements, including low-to-high crossovers. I'll probably keep the old rack for pulldowns (I'm used to sitting on the ground at this point), but I'm hesitant to spend $2K+ on something that I know I'm going to be leaving outside, so I'd be interested in your thoughts on the best value between the MajorLutie F22 Raptor, RepFit, or other options in the sub-$1K price range.
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If anyone sees this: Bought the G3 from the forceusa UK store website at a really good price and no extra shipping costs (with additional barbell and lat pulldown attachment as add ons), it took roughly 6-7 weeks to arrive, so bare that in mind if you aren't ordering to the US.
Assembly was so much easier than i expected: step by step instructions were relatively easy to follow, and I've never put together a rack before. Most of the assembly can be done solo, but a few steps essentially require 2 people. The hardest part for me was putting the smith machine together. Full assembly took me maybe 7-9 hours at a pretty slow pace (not including laying all the parts out etc).
I've been using it since I finished the build a few weeks back and I absolutely love it, only issues I have is the plate storage pegs are at the back meaning the rack needs to be placed a little bit further off a wall. Also, i have a pretty low ceiling in my garage, so i cant actually use the vertical barbell holder. Will definitely be looking for a different solution for plate storage. Either way, absolutely love the thing.
Smith machines get unnecessary hate. Smith machines helped me break through plateaus on overhead and bench press. Very handy to push to failure without hesitation when working out alone. I don't use them for squats but they are great for bench and overhead.
Competely agreed.
Smith Machines are GREAT for Bulgarian split squats. This unit definitely looks interesting
Brian Shaw uses a Smith Machine so there is that.
I celebrate the day I brought a Bodycraft 3D smith at auction for $400. I wasn't even sure what when I brought it but it was new and cool looking. The auctioneer was annoyed I took so long to take it apart and get it out of the basement of the house. It has been great for 70% of the work I have done for the past 11 years
I do squat with smith machine nowaday as my main goal is just to be big. my back and hips are now pain free
Have had my force USA g3 for 4 years now. This thing is actually quite amazing for a limited space home gym option. Surprised coop didn’t mention the leg press attachment as that was the one item that pushed me to purchasing mine over competitors. My G3 has been able to do all my exercise needs and wants for push pull and legs. I bought the Force USA bench seat with leg attachment and modified it with rollers to attach to the cable machine and can do a full leg day with my machine now from leg press, leg extension, and leg curl. The smith makes loaded lunges easier and Bulgarian lunges. My wife loves using the smith and I can still do my normal benching with the rack. I will agree with coop though that the lat pull down sucks due to the angling. I fixed up a shorty seat so I can get full extension and get as close as I can do the rack for a better angle and it uses a seat belt attachment to keep me secure. Not ideal but it works fine. My g3 also has the land mine attachment and that works great for isolation exercises too.
Force USA had free shipping when I bought mine and a military discount so I only paid like $1700 delivered to my door with a free bar for another one of their promos. I honestly have not had a single problem with mine and still works great. I legit don’t see needing anything else big equipment wise. Force USA g3 with bench seat, some adjustable dumbbells, and a cardio machine. About all you need tbh. If you want more, you either have a gigantic garage or really should be using a gym lol.
Oh, and fwiw, I don’t do squats anymore. My back can’t handle it so I didn’t have a need for full squat rack. If you lift heavy squats like that, I would not recommend one of these. If you bench heavy, this thing is fine. It’s really squats where it wouldn’t work.
Thank you so much
I’ve had mine for a couple of years now and love it. When I put it together, I found a RUclips video from Force USA South Africa and they show you how to assemble it. Saved me a lot of time. Love the reviews Coop.
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This G3 NEEDS to be put up against the Major Lutie SML07. They are basically 1:1 as far as I can tell with the SML07 running around $1200 at the moment.The only difference being 11 vs 14 gauge steel.
Not sure if Sam thought of this yet. But make a RUclips Channel assembling these beasts.
Just ordered the Major Fitness B52, can’t wait to try it out 👍
That's the one I've been looking at. Please let me know how you like it!
Coop! Please review Jacked Up Power Rack Squat Cage Home Gym. Thanks, love your content sir!
I’ve had this for a year and have loved it apart from the plate loaded cables. The pain of changing the weights on those made me just pick exercises that didn’t use cables more often than not. My wife loves using a smith and we don’t have the space for a separate machine so we’re upgrading to the G15 now. It seems to be pretty much the G20 but with side plate storage which saves a lot of space. We’ll see how it goes
Would love a review of the force USA leg press hack squat 2023 version. There are no reviews online that actually show it’s capabilities depth wise
Not sure I like the new designed one but that’s also because the one I use is on the older G3 with the safety bars. Due to the safety bars, I can lock the angle of the plate so it doesn’t swivel around on me. The new model cannot do that since you need it to swivel to get it in the safety hooks. The bars imo were superior and sucks they got rid of them.
Not sure if you guys already do it, but it would most likely help alot if you record your assemble and upload it. Just for those who are stuck at somepoint or want to what is used etc.
Love my g3 v2. Been using it almost a year now and i cant complaing. I have this and the powertec lever gym and they compliment eachother greatly
Nice! How was the assembly for the G3?
G3 assembly is easy. Don’t let them fool you. It is a very simple machine.
I have one of these and love it. So glad you reviewed it. Curious though as it only took me and 1 other person about 6 hours to build it. Maybe me being an engineer helped but Id figure someone experienced like Sam would be fast too
I built it in about 8 hours by myself and I am not at all handy. Thought it was pretty simple
I would like to see videos of the asSA
I always thought it was a-sam-bly
I have an Atlas Strength version of this, with two 130lb stacks. Although i can purchase additional plates for the stacks, what i did was drill between the pull up bars and place pulleys on both sides and can now use both stacks utilizing an adaptor plate, connecting the cables. Bloody perfect now!
Would love to see a review on any of the Jacked Up Fitness Plus rack. It competes with a lot of the Force machines in that it has a Smith built in.
^^ same. I don't see many reviews of Jacked Up stuff, which makes me leery
There are a few reviews out there but not as many as Force has. I'd like to see more as well since I am in between the Force G6 or the Jacked Up Plus @@DMills0421
I had the G3 for 4 years and it was great. The price is right and it did everything I wanted. They also give a 10% military discount which put the price for me at 1800 and they were giving free shipping when I got it. I upgraded to the Rep Ares this year so I sold it but it was a great rack. I was just tired of adding weight plates.
Exactly my impression. I just upgraded to the G15 and it's been a great decision
If I was building a home gym from scratch, I'd definitely get this + an independent lat pull down/low row combo that attaches to a wall. But since I already have a wall mounted rack, I'll probably build my own solution with two cable towers and a single lat/row in the middle and have it all plate loaded.
Low profile and extremely versatile.
Agreed with most of your take but if you buy this over the Major Lutie, Ritfit, etc. you're basically paying $1000+ extra just for a smith machine
Love my Monster G6. Best gym investment I ever made.
Would love to see you review the Major spirit b52. I'm thinking of getting this one and seems to have more functionality and more to offer for similar price for someone who doesn't have anything at all
I agree. I would like to hear Coops opinion of the Major Spirit B52 and comparison to this ForceUSA.
First of all I'm team stand alone functional trainer and stand alone rack. If you have the space it just nice to have them separate. Second I'd love to see the ForceUSA G3 compared to the Marcy SM-4033. Thanks.
Give me the REP PR-5000 with the Ares or Athena attachment all day! Buy once, cry once. 2x2 uprights are a problem seeing you will only be able to get accessories from ForceUSA. Like everyone says “your home gym is never complete”. You will always be looking to add or upgrade.. Buy the PR-4k or 5K and add the attachments over time. You will be much happier. Great review Coop. Thanks so much.
This if you don’t want a smith machine for sure. I’m stuck with one of these because my wife loves the smith and we don’t have room for two pieces
Love the ares, wanted the ares but got the g3. Been completely content with it and it does everything I want and need from it. Wife loves the smith and the leg press for the smith makes it worth it imo. Only downside for me has been the lat pulldown is not great due to the angle and how short it is. Might buy a dedicated lat pulldown machine. I even got the force USA bench seat and modified it for leg work outs with the cable machine. The g3 is awesome and great budget purchase imo.
I’d love to see you compare this to the Major Lutie SML07. I feel it’s a direct comparison and it’s considerably cheaper.
Also only has 1 year warranty lol and thinner steel frame!
When you have too many bells and whistles, the bells tend to whistle and the whistles tend to bell.
we need a video on gym equipment assembly tips, tricks, and hacks.
Mikolo M4 has a power cage with functional trainer and smith machine. Maybe it could be comparable with that one. It is 500 dollars cheaper.
Hey Coop. Just saw your channel and love your detail reviews. I'm on the new years kick to try to build my home gym on the cheap with some new and used equipment. I stumbled across functional trainers and went down a rabbit hole due to their versatility. My wife and I recently purchased a Mikolo M4 Smith Machine on Amazon on the after Christmas Sale due to the price and exercise value. It is very similar in design/function/price to the ForceUSA G3. I think a review on that machine would be great to compare the 2 machines.
Hey GGR, do you ever wonder if some companies are sending you a specific unit for reviews and then sending a regular consumer a lower quality product?
Lol I wouldn't put it past them.
Would love to see a review on the Bodycraft XFT Functional Trainer, might be a really good alternative to the Inspire FT2.
please do a ironmaster im2000 review
Pleeease review the jacked up power rack Plus and pro🙌🏽
Coop please compare this G3 to the Mikolo M4 rack!
Yes!
First video I've seen from you guys... I subbed after 4:20 and the Spider-Man meme.
Sensational.
As much as I love (and want) the Rep Ares, the permanence of its position, either in the garage which I’m remodeling, or the lower ceiling (91” clearance) storage area in the basement, makes me a bit weary. As a result it has me eyeing up different functional rack setups or options that do similar things. This rack does a lot and I love the engineering of the plate loaded off set system. Reminds me a bit of the Buffalo Bully, but more options with functional trainer placement. I need to see their version of the jammer and potential pull-down or low row attachments to be more convinced but this is most definitely on the radar for me.
Kensui's new alloy Adjustabell Max! Can't wait for your review. Especially that knurling.
Hey, Coop-
Please review Jacked up fitness extreme & also Bells of Steel Manticore. Thx.
Need to do a review and comparison of the Jacked Up Fitness power rack plate. It is very similar to the Force USA G3, but there are hardly any reviews and no direct comparisons.
Agreed! I am very interested in the Jacked Up plate loaded unit.
Hate's a strong word,but i really don't like angled smith machines.
I prefer straight smith machines any day of the week.
I live in Hawaii and saving space is of a necessity. I was wondering if you could do a review on the different space saving racks, such as the Force USA MyRack, Rogue, RepFitness, PRX and others?
I'd rather lose the Smith machine but gain a decent centre lat pulldown. That's all I really want, cable crossover, lat pulldown and low row what are the options in this price range? The G3 is the best-priced multi-function I've seen in Australia $2,699 while for example, the Rep Fitness Ares is 4,999 plus the cost of the rack (~$2,000). I'm almost looking at getting the G3 and a standalone lat pulldown ($849) for a total of $3548 which is half of the Ares. So what rack would be the recommendation if you really needed a good lat pulldown and row?
The "exploded diagram" taking the place of actual instructions is one of the more frustrating experiences I've had in setting equipment up and this isn't a ForceUSA issue it seems to be an industry wide trend it's so annoying.
My ForceUSA g3 had actual step by step instructions and the exploded view. This thing is not hard to build.
Can you review the RitFit BPC05? It's an all in one option with a Smith machine and weight stack loaded functional trainer
I have the G20 PRO (2022 version) and the leg press/hack squat combo (2023 version) and I couldn’t be happier. Buy once, cry once!
Good to hear! I just bought the G15 because of the side weight storage. I’m hoping it’s just like the G20 apart from that
I'm surprised no one has come out with a smith machine attachment for 4 post racks. Seems like it would be pretty simple to do.
Ekeiko does but it’s hella expensive
It also comes with a free App with programs and sessions specificsally designed for all-in-one training. Those cables handles look great, I love those black chrome attachments. Was it 12 or 16 hours to put together? Seems like a pretty big variance haha
Assembly time for me was 8 hours by myself and I am not a handy person. Very chill experience if you just take your time
Provided Space and Funds are a non issue
I pick the
REP 5000 Power Rack
in the Clear Coat (if it is an option) or Shiny Black,
Prime Fitness Functional Trainer,
Atlantis Lat Pulldown,
Atlantis Row Machine,
Prime Fitness Rear Delt Fly Machine,
Hammer Strength Pec Deck,
Sorinex Frankenheimer,
Atlantis Lateral Raise Machine,
Nautilus Pullover Machine,
Atlantis Chest Press,
Prime Fitness Leg Extension,
Hammer Strength Hamstring Curl,
Atlantis Hack Squat,
Cybex Leg Press,
Atlantis T Bar Row, and
I'd have my Gym.
Space and Funds are an issue I pick the
REP 5000 Power Rack in shiny black,
E.R. Kang functional trainer,
Deltech Leg Extension,
and my gym is complete, no more space.
I like the way Deltech's leg extension loads on both sides of the feet.
Not a fan of loading plates on one side or on one weight horn over feet.
I'm on Team stand alone but unfortunately with limited space I live on Team Combo.
I would love to see this head to head reviewed and compared to a TYTAX MX-- Come on man!
Hey coop, can you do a review on Leverage gyms? they're very versatile and a really good option for home gyms at a good price too. I'm thinking of getting one but I'm still a little wary of it haha.
I had one from powertec. I just sold it though to get a G3.
Coop, review the force USA g1 and compare to the major fitness/mikolos for us common folk
HI Coop! What about a review of the Inspire SF3?
I would like to see a review of Vesta
Nike just launched 'Nike Strength' where they sell home gym equipment like barbells, DBs, KBs, racks etc. Would love to see your review on them!
Hey, Coop. Rep fitness releasing new adjustable dumbbells soon are you going to review it?
Of course he will! I am a little surprised that it only goes up to 60 pounds. That will probably accommodate about 50% of the market tho. And they’re extremely quick.
The CORTEX SM-20 rack has a Smith Machine, weight stack, cables and is a power rack and it’s about half the price of the Force USA rack. I’ve got the SM-20 and it’s a great rack
Looks pretty cool but man those weight capacities are pretty low and it has 16 gauge steel.
MAJOR FITNESS All-In-One Home Gym Smith Machine Spirit B52 is the only other smith machine combo trainer/rack I've found so far
I like that it's cheaper but I would rather pay more to be able to rapidly change the weight.
If you are into meeting failure every other set, you know what I mean.
I'm okay with work outs not being fun but they shouldnt be annoying.
Can we get a review of the Jacked Up Power Rack series. Thanks Coop!
Excellent review as always.
Can you recommend a good option for low rows in a home gym? It could be attached to a rack or pull down machine. I am thinking in getting a pull down machine but I haven’t seen one that includes a good mechanism for low rows. Thank you
Coop, can you do a review on the ForceUSA G15? I feel it's unique because of its 2:1/4:1 selectable cables.
When is the review of the Manticore by Bells of Steel Coming out, I want to preorder so badly but I want to hear your thoughts on the attachments (Specifically the Hamstring curl/ Leg Extension)(
I have the Force USA G9 (I'm not sure they're making it anymore) but I know on mine and it looks the same on the G3 here that there is hardly any grip to the pull up bar...its a pretty thin and slick plastic material; would be nice to see them upgrade to a thicker maybe rubber grip in the future! Overall I LOVE my unit though and have had awesome experience with Force USA customer service
Small space and find a smith machine incredibly helpful. Currently have the Marcy 4903. Downside is limited smith machine travel on the lower side, no stacks, and pulleys are only low and high. Would replace with REP & stacks, but don’t want to part with the smith machine. I’ve been holding out for rack + smith machine + stacks that will fit in a basement (low ceiling) Maybe, someday …
If you like the rep stacks but love your smith then the ForceUSA products are the way to go. I’d look at the g6 or g15. Both are stacks with the smith and can still use half rack for bench and squat.
can you do Jacked Up Power Rack PLUS
I just ordered the g3 looking forward to building another home gym.
Me nitpicking but I am not a fan of the weight horn for the functional trainer sticking towards the inside of the machine. I know people are going to kick that with their shin when utilizing the attachment storage but I do see the purpose to equally load the FT and prevent dragging for heavier weight. It's a compelling unit overall but if you're not using the smith machine I'd also consider BOS Plate Loaded All In One Home Gym which footprint is smaller and will be cheaper too... just be aware 2.3" x 2.3" rack which is weird.
They're Candian so maybe that's why it's weird LoL
2.3 inches is roughly 60mm
Very very standard metric size tubing outside of your imperial system 😂
Would like to see your review on the Force USA G15 Pro
I think it would be fun to see this go up against MAJOR FITNESS SPIRIT B52 or MAJOR FITNESS RAPTOR F22
I think it would be a close match. I know they are not 100% in par with quality but they are a bit cheaper and offer all the same functionality.
And quality make different Forever
I have plenty of stand-alone equipment in my garage gym but now I’ll be moving soon and would like the all-in one to save space. $2000 sounds great
It is great but you don’t realize how annoying it is to load up and change weight on the plate loaded cables. I end up just avoiding cable work all together with this
I have the G3 and love it. That said, I can’t wait to get a weight stack machine. Nothing wrong with the G3 but the plate loading gets old fast. I have a ton of extra change plates just in case now to make exercise loading easier and I just write out the weight combos now in my app so I don’t have to math as hard lol. It works but for the money, I wish I just went all in a weight stake over the plate. My 2 cents.
Please review the new Force USA C10, particularly interested in whether the leg press hack squat feature is decent.
Hello Coop, Love your reviews. What are your thoughts on Leverage Squat Machines? I was looking through your videos and I noticed you never review the Leverage machines out there. Thoughts?
im convinced that force usa is just white label Chinese gym equipment, you look up their stuff and you start getting targeted adds for those all in one racks by several different brands that all look identical
How about a review and comparison of Inspire FT2 and SF3, as well as Bodycraft XFT, as I believe these are the only 3 with stack loaded Smith bar.
What's the cheapest power rack / smith, but with 3" uprights, for all the third party gadgets?
Nice review 🏋♀️
Would like to see a review and comparison of the Major Fitness All In One Smith Machine SML07. Considering both the G3 and SML07.
Major fitness only has one year warranty not even comparable
Review jacked up rack all in one
Have you done a review of jacked up functional trainer? If not could you? I’m looking around at FT for home gym and they seem to have what I was looking for but wanted your opinion. Thanks for the great content.
Thank you.
Review of the Force USA G12 please 🙏. Really interested in that all in one trainer.
The Ironmaster 2000 is similar without the functional trainer.
Would like to see this compared to the Jacked Up Fitness all in one that is plate loaded like this one is, same price, but want your take on it.
Great review. I’m having a hard time nailing down what I’ll purchase. I don’t need smith machine, but I do need/want a rack that I can use for squats, and bench, but also has the functional trainer. I didn’t want plate loaded, but they’re less expensive. However what you mention about the lat pull-down is pretty crucial in my decision. Yet I’m still conflicted about what I want to get. I don’t care as much about price as long as I can get squat/bench/ and a functional trainer that I can use the cables for all the exercises I’m looking to do.
It looks like either way I’m looking to spend a good amount of money to get what I want, and I’d hate to settle and not be satisfied.
If you don’t need/want a Smith I’d consider the REP Ares
You can get this + a pretty good lat pulldown/row machine for only a couple hundreds bucks. You would have everything you could ever need with that setup.
Do the ETHOS Power Rack 1.0 please!!🙏🏼
Can you do a round up comparing all in one trainers? Specifically ones that have a smith machine?
Size holes please ?
should do a review for bodyx bk-3058. think it's a korean brand
How does the BoS rack/cross over/ lay pull setup compare to the higher end multifunction racks? It seems much cheaper, but so much functionality.
Could you make a review on the viking ps-4 or ps-5? Im really looking for buying one of them but there is no further review or intel except for the ad
Would love to see a review of the Centr1 (Chris Hemsworth) functional trainer.
It would be beneficial if Force USA had local people/company that can assemble it for a fee.
Pretty sure that’s an option when you purchase but it’s not worth it imo. This rack is very easy to build. The stack racks, ya, better to pay at that point.
I wanna see the g20 vs the elite pro fts2!!
Please do an updated air bike review. Echo still king up against the new proX???
Great review. I'm in California and have kept my fitness reality rack with a Spud Inc pulley for pulldowns outside for the last 2 years. It has held up great (I put a popup canopy over it in winter to avoid direct rain). Now a couple years in, I'm looking for an upgrade that has a cable system that will let me do low rows and crossover movements, including low-to-high crossovers. I'll probably keep the old rack for pulldowns (I'm used to sitting on the ground at this point), but I'm hesitant to spend $2K+ on something that I know I'm going to be leaving outside, so I'd be interested in your thoughts on the best value between the MajorLutie F22 Raptor, RepFit, or other options in the sub-$1K price range.
Can you do a review on jacked up fitness
Why do they not sell the dip bars separate from leg developer and jammer arms?
Jacked up power rack.
have you guys looked at the G10? I am looking at that model and hoping for a good review.
i bought one took me 5hrs by myself to build it
Can you review Atlas M810 Rack/Smith/FT…Thanks.
can u review the force usa leg press hack squat combo