As a beginner to attempting pull-ups, I initially looked at the cheapest bars available. After reading their reviews, I decided to look for one with better quality that would translate to better safety, comfort, and peace of mind. I figured it could basically last forever, so why not get a bar of decent quality? I was very pleased with the reviews for this one, especially mentions of the manufacturer's great customer service as well as the bar's quality. It was easy to install with common household tools and felt very securely mounted. Once installed and tightened, it is possible to rotate the bar slightly IF you are trying to do so (or swinging from it, which you are not supposed to do), but to me it is not a concern since when you are doing pull ups, it does not rotate at all (even when I do a lot of kicking and flailing with my legs since I am brand new to pull ups :). One thing others have noted is that the bar's support does NOT depend on tension between the doorframes, but rather the weight is supported by the securely installed brackets. The bar comes with two sets of heavy-duty brackets that you screw into a doorframe with screws, so you could actually put the brackets in two different doorways and remove the bar from one doorway (leaving the brackets) and set it up in another doorway if you want. (Or I guess give it two different height options in one doorway?). The foam grip pads are very comfortable and feel high quality. They offer a comfortable padding but aren't slippery, and you can choose a relatively wider or narrower grip. Obviously I have not tried the cheaper bars out there, but after doing some research I am glad I decided to spend a little extra for one that is well designed, safe, and comfortable. Definitely worth the investment of a few extra dollars! I'm sure this one can last the rest of our lives. Read more
Once installed, the pull-up bar feels very sturdy and I like the way the whole bar is covered with foam. No more accidentally bumping your head into metal. I like the way it can be quickly installed in about 30 seconds by expanding the bar into the mounts when ready to use, but it feels sturdy with no give. Other designs that rely upon compression only, don't feel solid until you crank and crank and listen to the door frame groan and creak. Then it's quick to take down. They have some allen wrench keys to lock the bar down if you want to leave it up. But if you just want to use it and take it down, you don't need to mess with that step. I think that is for long term use where, with time, the bar can slowly turn and come loose. Don't worry, for short term loose it will feel very secure and you can easily tell you don't need to lock the bar down. Read more
This Garren Fitness pull up bar has been a great addition to my home workout setup. It adjusts easily to fit doorways between about 27 and 39 inches so I could install it in the spots I actually use most, and once it’s in place it feels secure and stable during pull ups or chin ups 💥. I like that the grip is comfortable and not too wide so I can do a variety of upper body moves without feeling awkward. It’s not as fancy as a full gym station, but it hits the purpose really well and lets me squeeze in a good strength session without leaving the house 🏡🔥. My only tiny thing is the padding could be a little thicker for extra comfort, but that didn’t stop me from using it all the time. If you want a simple adjustable doorway bar that actually holds up for regular use this one is worth it 💯💪🏽 Read more
This thing is a beast! If you're looking for a well-made pull up bar, I'd recommend this one. It was easy enough for me to install (with a power drill and screwdriver), though some people might have a bit of a hard time if they're not familiar with those tools. My previous experience was with the removable kind that loop over the door frame (like what was sold with P90X). Those had a lot of flex to them (and ended up scratching the paint over the doorway) but I was always leaving it in inconvenient places for others to walk around when it wasn't in use. This Maximiza locks into my wider than normal door frame without hindering the door from being opened or closed. It's solid, has good hand grip cushions, and I've been enjoying it. I like that it comes with the ability to be installed in three different places. I've had it for a month and haven't yet done the second two installs, but I have plans. Reading previous reviews, I was a little concerned that over-tightening the pull up bar would damage our door frame. I was really pleased when I saw that the company had made an adjustment to the design to prevent that from happening (through the use of bolts to tighten the bar in place and keep it from spinning while I'm doing pull ups. Overall, a great pull-up bar! Read more
