An adjustable weight bench lets you move the back pad from flat to incline, and on many models below flat for decline work. One frame then covers presses, rows, curls and core exercises. This page compares the adjustable benches we carry from Body-Solid, TAG Fitness, Sunny Health & Fitness, York Barbell and Vortex.
| Quick fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Bench styles | Flat-to-incline, FID with decline, folding |
| Brands we carry | Body-Solid, TAG Fitness, Sunny, York Barbell, Vortex |
| Body-Solid FID add-ons | Leg developer and preacher curl |
| Bench packages | York Aspire models add leg or arm curl |
| Free shipping | TAG Fitness, Body-Solid and Vortex |
Start with the heaviest lift you plan to do, then check six things in the listing.
Read the capacity line closely. Body-Solid lists the GFID71B and GFID100B at 600 lb, and Sunny puts 500 lb in the name of its SF-BH6920 bench. A rating can mean maximum user weight or total rated load, and those are different numbers.
Confirm which one a rating means before you order.
Our flat vs adjustable vs FID bench guide covers the other bench styles.
Pick the style by the lifts you repeat most. FID means flat, incline and decline.
| Feature | Flat-to-incline | FID (with decline) | Folding |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suits | Presses and rows, no decline | Decline presses, ab work, attachments | Small rooms, shared spaces |
| Example here | TAG Fitness Flat to Incline Power Bench | Body-Solid GFID71B | Body-Solid GFID225B |
| Adjustment listed | Separate seat adjustment | Back -15° to 80°, seat -10° to 60° | 7 back-pad positions |
| Watch for | Decline may not be offered | Confirm a leg hold-down is included | Check capacity and folded size |
The Body-Solid GFID71B includes a T-bar leg hold-down for decline work. The GFID100B reaches -18° and also comes with a foot hold.
For more benches built around decline work, browse our incline and decline benches.
Leave 2 to 3 feet of clear floor on each side of the bench, as our bench clearance and layout guide advises. Listed dimensions include 66 by 28 inches for the GFID100B and 61 by 30 inches for the Sunny SF-BH6920. The GFID100B stands 49 inches tall with its back pad inclined, so check ceiling height too.
Folding and upright designs save floor space. The Body-Solid GFID225B folds flat with a pull-pin and arrives fully assembled, York's Aspire 120 folds for storage, and TAG's power bench stands upright. Several benches named here list transport wheels, so you can roll one out of the way.
Mostly heavy barbell presses? A fixed bench has fewer moving parts, so see our fixed flat benches. Fitting out a gym or studio? Browse commercial weight benches. In the Chattanooga, Tennessee area, HHF Commercial Amenities (www.hhfcommercial.com) designs and builds commercial gyms.
Yes, if you want incline presses, seated shoulder presses or decline work from one bench. If you only press flat, a fixed bench is simpler. Our adjustable bench workout guide maps each move to an angle.
The three benches named here list 53 lb (Body-Solid GFID100B), 67 lb (Sunny SF-BH6920) and 100 lb (GFID71B). Wheels help with the heavier frames.
Unload the bench, set the pads, and confirm both lock before you sit. On the GFID100B, the back pad uses a ladder-style adjustment and the seat uses a pull pin.
You can order one from Hamilton Home Fitness, and benches ship from Tennessee to all 50 states. Equipment can be returned within 30 days of purchase if it is working, undamaged and in its original packaging (a restocking fee and return shipping apply), and installation is available with purchase.
Planning a whole home gym around your bench? Book a free 3D home gym design with our team.
To check the seat gap or pad width on a specific model, call or text 423-458-2453, or shop Hamilton Home Fitness.