The 8 Best Barbells of 2024 (Personally Tested)

REP Fitness Colorado Bar

This versatile barbell is designed for all-around use, featuring a high weight rating of 1,500lbs and a tensile strength of 190,000 PSI. It comes with multiple coating options such as Hard Chrome and various Cerakote colors

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Major Fitness 20kg 7 Home Gym Barbell

Offering a budget-friendly option, this barbell weighs 20kg and has a weight rating ranging from 750 to 1,000lbs. With a diameter of 30mm, it comes in both chrome and Cerakote finishes.

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Iron Bull Competition Bar

This barbell, priced at $225, boasts a durable steel build with a tensile strength of 200,000 PSI and a shaft diameter of 28.5mm. It comes with black zinc coating for rust prevention and features dual knurling marks for IWF

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Bells of Steel SS4

Specifically designed for safety squats, this barbell offers impressive balance and sturdy construction. It weighs 20.68kg and has a weight rating of 1,500lbs. With a diameter of 32mm and black titanized coating, it provides a comfortable grip

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Fringe Sport Wonder Bar V2

Tailored for CrossFit, this barbell offers the option between bushings or bearings, providing superior spin for dynamic exercises. Priced at $269, it has a tensile strength of 205,000 PSI and a weight rating of 1,600lbs.

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REP Fitness Double Black Diamond Power Bar

Built for powerlifting, this barbell has a weight of 20kg and a weight rating of 1,500lbs. With a diameter of 29mm and aggressive mountain-style knurling, it offers stability and control for heavy lifts.

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Rogue Fitness Bella Bar 2.0

Tailored for women, this barbell weighs 15kg with a diameter of 25mm, catering to smaller hand sizes. It features dual knurling marks for Olympic weightlifting and powerlifting grip positions.

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Eleiko IWF Weightlifting Training Bar

Certified by the International Weightlifting Federation, this barbell has a weight of 20kg and a tensile strength of 215,000 PSI. With a diameter of 28mm and chrome coating, it provides optimal spin and comfortable knurling

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