The weights themselves are great. Very solid, nice handles, good materials. For the price, this a really great set of weights and it’s great having the 5 lb. increments. The rack was easy to put together, looks great, and doesn’t take up much space at all. The first downside is the smell when they arrive. I knew about this from other reviews so i unboxed them outside, rubbed them down with a dish rag using soapy water, and let them stay outside (under a covered area) for a few days. They still have a smell up close now but they don’t stink up the room like they would have. The bigger downside that I don’t have any solution for is the width of the rack hooks. They are made to hold the weights at a good spot on the handles, but that makes them more narrow than your hand. When I pull them out, I can only grab them with 3 fingers and when I put them back I have to kindof toss them in a bit or risk pinching parts of my hand against the hook. (see pictures) Given all of that, I’m taking off half a star for the rack width because, as long as you clean them well when you get them, they are otherwise a great set and well worth the cost. Read more
EXCELLENT quality. Came in 4 boxes and all were in great shape. Since the only negative I read in other reviews was the smell after assembly; I used a wet rag with Dawn to wipe down. Absolutely no issues with smell whatsoever. Easy to assemble and forget the few mentions of the rack not being well constructed. Cannot recommend more highly. Great value Read more
I purchased the orange rack - 1) because orange is my favorite color, and 2) because it was also the cheapest. I've have needed some heavier weights for a while, and I really wanted some hex weights. Getting the full set with a rack that allows you to store them efficiently is a plus. Weights (and gym equipment in general) have been so expensive since the pandemic. I was thrilled to get this full set for what I consider a bargain price (probably about 50% of the cost of similar sets) with free shipping. the set came in 4 boxes over two days - I sure felt bad for the delivery guy! The weights are packaged so that 3 of the boxes each holds 50 lbs (2 X 25, 2 X 20 + 2 X 5, and 2 X 15 + 2 X 10). The 4th box contained the rack parts with instructions and tools to put it together. I had it assembled in about 20 minutes, and it's perfectly sturdy to hold all these weights. The weights felt slightly oily out of the box and had a faint odor (chemical? plastic? metal?), but the odor is quickly dissipating. They are perfect hex weights - well balanced and grippy without being too rough on your palms. I did not check the weights themselves to make sure they are exactly correct on poundage - they seem close enough, and that's all I need. I've already used everything but the 5's - and I'll get around to them eventually too. Read more
The weights seem good and I like the thickness of where you put your hands. The bad parts: there was a washer missing. Fortunately, I had one, but it is silver and not black like the ones that come with it. I was able to put it on the inside at the top so it’s not really noticeable unless you know where to look for it. Also, these smell terrible. I’m guessing it’s offgassing from the rubber, but it gave me an instant headache and 3 days later is still really bad. I have an air purifier in the room and it hasn’t seemed to help. I can taste it. Yuck. Read more
I purchased the CAP Barbell 150 LB Coated Hex Dumbbell Weight Set with Vertical Rack in Green, and I couldn't be more satisfied! I ended up buying two sets, and both arrived in perfect condition. The dumbbells themselves are sturdy, well-made, and coated to protect against wear and tear, ensuring they’ll last a long time. Putting the set together was a breeze. It took me no time at all to assemble everything. The rack is easy to use and holds the dumbbells securely, but I do want to mention that the rack feels narrow as some reviewers note, that being said, it doesn't bother me too much – if I really found it to be an issue, I’d simply choose not to use the rack. Honestly, for my needs, the rack works just fine and is a non-issue. A pleasant surprise was the lack of any foul odors or issues that some reviewers mentioned. My set arrived with no unpleasant smells, and the dumbbells were ready to use right out of the box. Overall, this set is exactly what I was looking for! It’s solid, reliable, and well worth the price. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to upgrade their home gym. Read more
This CAP Barbell dumbbell set is exactly what I needed to round out my home gym. The coated hex dumbbells feel solid and well‑balanced, and the coating helps protect both the weights and the floor. The vertical rack is sturdy, space‑saving, and keeps everything organized without taking up much room. It’s a convenient range of weights for strength training, and the whole setup looks clean and professional. Excellent value for anyone building or upgrading their workout space. Read more
Very good quality set of weights for home use. The stand could be a bit wider. Noted previous reviews complaining of a smell when opened and there was true along with a powdery coating. However I washed the dumbbells with in Dawn detergent before using them and this took care of the issue completely. Assembly was easy. Recommended. Read more
This is a great set of weights. Compact stand but holds 5 sets of dumbbells. It is sturdy and easy to get the weights on and off the rack. The instructions I’m putting it together are poor and all of the hardware comes in one bag making it harder to determine which part of referencing. Also, they should provide a small wrench. It is impossible to put this together without one. The Allen key they give will not allow you to tighten the screws on its own. Read more
