Bowflex SelectTech 552 vs NordicTrack Select-A-Weight
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Higher catalog score: Bowflex SelectTech 552 (Trust Score 9.4 vs 9.0)
9.4
Excellent
Best Overall
Pros
- +Replaces 15 pairs of dumbbells
- +Quick dial adjustment
- +Smooth 2.5 lb increments
Cons
- −Bulky at heavier weights
- −Plastic components raise durability concerns
Don't buy if
- ⚠ The plastic dial mechanism can break if the dumbbells are dropped; always set them down gently on a flat surface.
9.0
Excellent
Best Value
Pros
- +Traditional dumbbell shape and feel
- +55 lb max weight per hand
- +2.5 lb precise increments
Cons
- −Long length at max weight
- −No expansion options
Don't buy if
- ⚠ At maximum weight, the dumbbell becomes quite long and may be unwieldy for some exercises like overhead presses.