Core Fitness 5-50 lb Dumbbells (Pair)

Should you buy the Core Fitness 5-50 lb Dumbbells (Pair)?

The Core Fitness 5-50 lb Dumbbells (Pair) suit someone who wants a compact, traditional-looking dumbbell that changes weight with one hand. At $389.99 it ranks #6 of 10 in our Adjustable Dumbbells & Home Gyms category. For $10.00 more, the PowerBlock Elite EXP Stage 1 (5-50 lb) scores 10 points higher. For $9.01 more, the BowFlex SelectTech 552 Results Series adds 2.5-lb steps and a higher star rating.

Where it earns its score

• One-hand change. Set it in the cradle and twist the handle; there are no dials on both ends or pins to set.
• Traditional feel. The compact shape feels closer to a fixed dumbbell than a block or long dial set.
• Solid owner rating. 4.5 stars across 1,677 ratings gives a satisfaction score of 90.
• True pair. The bullets state a pair at 5 to 50 lb each, so $389.99 covers both hands.

What to know first

• Warranty is the lowest factor at 66. It carries 2 years of parts coverage, against 5 years on the PowerBlock for $10.00 more.
• Increments are not listed. The listing does not state the step size between 5 and 50 lb, so check before you buy if you need fine steps.
• Listing mismatch. The spec table shows 50 lb item weight while bullets say pair; a third-party seller ships it, so confirm you get two.

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