That said, PowerBlock claims the pin can handle almost 230kg, so maybe it’s tougher than it looks.Īs previously mentioned, these are the most compact Powerblock adjustable dumbbells you can buy, but they still err on the large side. On top of this, the urethane-covered handles feel a bit cheap and not particularly nice in the hand (knurled steel would have been better), while that plastic selector pin also feels flimsy. Trust me, some of the other adjustable dumbbells I’ve used make a hell of a racket and these are fairly quiet by comparison, but that’s likely to get worse if you opt for some of the heavier models where more stacking kits are involved. It’s not quite as intuitive as the “twist-to-select” models, like the Men’s Fitness Adjustable Dumbbell I’ve tested, but it still offers a quick adjustment of weight once used to the mechanism.ĭue to the steel construction, it all feels well built and solid too, with the weight stacks only emitting a mild rattle when in use. Handily, these are colour coded so you quickly get to know the weights with a visual cue.

Essentially, it looks like someone has poured concrete into a shoebox and added in a couple of steel handles (with plastic covers) but they are a little more complex than that.Įssentially, steel weight stacks sit within one another like buff, bicep-building Russian Dolls and it’s up to you, the exerciser, to select the appropriate weight by sliding a plastic selector pin into one of the reinforced rails at the sides. The Powerblock Sport 2.4 is very, erm, blocky. (Image credit: Leon Poultney) PowerBlock Sport 2.4 Adjustable Dumbbell review: Design and build quality They might not look like the traditional rubber or steel dumbbells - or even the twist-to-select adjustable dumbbells from B owflex and Men’s Fitness - but they actually feel surprisingly good in the hand, offering a stable grip and proving compact enough to perform a variety of strength exercises, from lying presses to bicep curls and beyond.īut how does the PowerBlock Sport 2.4 fit into a daily exercise routine and can it really replace a standard dumbbell? Put the kettle on, grab a protein snack and read the rest of the PowerBlock Sport 2.4 review to find out… Perfect for HIIT (high-intensity interval training), where swapping between weights and exercises are frequent or punishing drop sets, an adjustable dumbbell allows for quick and easy weight adjustment without the need for a massive selection of dumbbells. PowerBlock Sport 2.4 Adjustable Dumbbell review: How does it work? The PowerBlock Sport 2.4 Adjustable Dumbbell is available to buy now from see cted third party retailers such as (opens in new tab) for a recommended retail price £199.99. PowerBlock Sport 2.4 Adjustable Dumbbell review: Price and availability

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