Recently purchased this Wall Mounted Power Rack and felt it deserved a review. I'll start with a general breakdown, go into Pros and Cons from there and offer a final statement.
The version I purchased comes with the weight stack and the upgraded aluminum pulleys. I enjoy the space profile and the fact that it can still be used in the "closed" position. Instructions were terrible, but it's not too hard to put together; however there are a LOT of pieces. You'll receive the item in multiple boxes that will show up on different days. Look for the seller's message after purchase to get all the tracking numbers for the boxes.
Pros:
This system is priced really well for everything you get and the convenience of it having a much lower space profile due to it being able to fold up.
The weight stacks are accurate and match the weight they are supposed to be.
The included accessories are not cheaply made, they are sturdy and handle the full weight without any problems at all.
It's easy to fold in and out and the feet for leveling and keeping a solid profile are great.
You can use the weight system with the rack "arms" in any locked position. This is great because it not only allows it to stay low profile for most workouts (folded in), but also gives you multiple options for positioning.
The weight systems are independent so two people can workout at the same time, or you can have one set in a certain position and another in a different position or weight for quick transition into the next set.
Pulley action is super smooth, the bearings are great in these.
Cons:
Assembly is a pain if you're following the instructions. There are very vague descriptions to the pictures.
If you buy the upgraded pulleys, you'll have to install them yourself. This means you will have to remove every pulley from the assembly and replace it with the aluminum ones. Silver lining: You have an extra set in case something goes wrong.
The "mounting" hardware for mounting it to your wall is junk in my opinion. I ended up just getting 2x6s and mounting them to my studs and then using LAG bolts to mount the rack to the 2x6s. This has held up with all 180lbs in use. With the original hardware, I noticed the rack was starting to pull from the wall when even just 90lbs were used. Luckily, 2x6s and lag bolts are fairly cheap.
The poles seem short to me. When doing exercises and going into full extension, the weight plates will hit/bump the top so I am getting used to positioning. Other machines I've used allowed me to extend without issue. I'd say these poles would be perfect if they were just 2 inches taller.
The weight stack would get stuck when it was just one plate on (10lbs). If there were more plates, it would glide ok, but not with one plate. This is because the poles I got have small imperfections (dents) in them and the lighter weight hits the little dent and angles which causes it to get stuck. I solved this by using lubricant, but once it dries up a bit it happens again.
Other notes:
The cables are not the exact same size. There are two long ones and two short ones. One of my shorter ones is longer than the other. It still works since the short ones are just for positioning, but it does bother me.
One of my long cables is slightly stripped. It's holding up to the weight just fine, but I'll likely need a replacement just in case.
Final Thoughts:
Overall, this is an excellent value for a space-saving, feature-packed home gym system. While assembly, mounting hardware, and a few quality inconsistencies are drawbacks, the smooth pulley action, solid accessories, and versatility more than make up for it. With a few minor upgrades and adjustments, this rack performs like a much more expensive setup and is a great choice for anyone looking to maximize functionality in a limited space.
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