Bowflex Select Tech 560 Adjustable Dumbbell Set

The SelectTech is absolutely a pleasure to work with. Changing weights are quick, efficient and does not disrupt your workout routine. Having a full range of weights easily accessible without taking up space in the house is a tremendous benefit.My only complaint, and the reason for not giving 5 stars, is the companion app. I bought the 560 instead of the 552 because of the app. The app has not been updated since 2018. In all the marketing for the SelectTech, the app runs on iPad, and in fact it will not load on the iPad, nor is it optimized for tablet use . I was excited to sync and track my workouts with Google Fit, but the Android app refuses to integrate and connect to Google Fit. As I track every other workout to my Google Fit, the failure to have this ... MoreThe SelectTech is absolutely a pleasure to work with. Changing weights are quick, efficient and does not disrupt your workout routine. Having a full range of weights easily accessible without taking up space in the house is a tremendous benefit.My only complaint, and the reason for not giving 5 stars, is the companion app. I bought the 560 instead of the 552 because of the app. The app has not been updated since 2018. In all the marketing for the SelectTech, the app runs on iPad, and in fact it will not load on the iPad, nor is it optimized for tablet use . I was excited to sync and track my workouts with Google Fit, but the Android app refuses to integrate and connect to Google Fit. As I track every other workout to my Google Fit, the failure to have this integration was a huge disappointment.Despite my complaint about not running on iPad and the Google Fit integration, the companion app still works with the dumbbells. The programmed workouts in the app are decent. The app does sync and track the workout within the app only.Bowflex, please update this app. This dumbbells would be stellar with the ability to integrate with other apps for workout tracking.

I was actually looking to purchase the Bowflex SelectTech 552 weights when I made the jump and invested in the 560 (the 552 series were sold out at the time). I didn't think I would make much use of the BlueTooth capabilities, but it's turned out to be a very nice feature. Paired with the mobile app, it records my reps and the weight I had set the lift at. This makes it really easy to keep track of my progress. The app is easy to use and allows you to create custom workouts with instructional videos for each lift. There is a positive beep each time you complete a rep, helping you to maintain form and keep track. The weights are very easy to adjust and feel very sturdy. I did get a stand (https://www.bowflex.com/accessories/selecttech-stand/100584.html) so that I ... MoreI was actually looking to purchase the Bowflex SelectTech 552 weights when I made the jump and invested in the 560 (the 552 series were sold out at the time). I didn't think I would make much use of the BlueTooth capabilities, but it's turned out to be a very nice feature. Paired with the mobile app, it records my reps and the weight I had set the lift at. This makes it really easy to keep track of my progress. The app is easy to use and allows you to create custom workouts with instructional videos for each lift. There is a positive beep each time you complete a rep, helping you to maintain form and keep track. The weights are very easy to adjust and feel very sturdy. I did get a stand (https://www.bowflex.com/accessories/selecttech-stand/100584.html) so that I would save my back from repeatedly picking them up off of the floor (the stand is also very sturdy and a great product btw). My only complaint, and it's a very minor one, is that sometimes the app loses connectivity to dumb bell or registers "false" reps. It doesn't happen very often and does not take anything away from the core product, which is a very quality piece of equipment. I use them every day and would definitely recommend! #sweepstakes

I bought the Bowflex Select Tech 560 dumbbell’s 3 weeks ago, completed 9 x 30 minute workouts and am really enjoying them. I’d like to give 4.5 stars because there are still things that can be improved but, on the whole, they are an excellent piece of equipment.They are compact and take up less than .5m3 on the ground in my spare room. They’re out of the way an inobtrusive but easy to get to when I need them. I don’t have the stand but may look at it in the future.I really like the design. The square plates make them stable when put down between sets and I haven’t found any exercises where I have thought I’d prefer round ones. It really is no issue.I don’t really like the grip though. I get sweaty hands and if I don’t wipe down properly between sets then the ... MoreI bought the Bowflex Select Tech 560 dumbbell’s 3 weeks ago, completed 9 x 30 minute workouts and am really enjoying them. I’d like to give 4.5 stars because there are still things that can be improved but, on the whole, they are an excellent piece of equipment.They are compact and take up less than .5m3 on the ground in my spare room. They’re out of the way an inobtrusive but easy to get to when I need them. I don’t have the stand but may look at it in the future.I really like the design. The square plates make them stable when put down between sets and I haven’t found any exercises where I have thought I’d prefer round ones. It really is no issue.I don’t really like the grip though. I get sweaty hands and if I don’t wipe down properly between sets then the grips aren’t “grippy” and the dumbbells spin a bit. It’s not a terrible fault but could be improved with a rubber grip. The Bluetooth receiver is easy to see and use.I’ve seen reviews where people have complained about the automatic counting being incorrect but, after using them for about 1500 reps, I would estimate it is 98% accurate. I notice if my form is jumpy the weights are more likely to miss a rep or count an extra. Good form = good records.The weight selection is extremely simple and quick. The weights move a bit during reps but nothing more than when you don’t lock free weights down 100% properly. It’s just a slight movement. Returning the weights to the “rack” to adjust them can sometimes be a little bit fiddly and even after 3 weeks of using them I still can take up to 5 seconds to return them properly at times.The app is basic but pretty good. I’m doing the 6 week challenge and like the way the workouts are structured. I’m also looking forward to making my own workouts.Rebel staff were fantastic to deal with when I bought these. I did click-and-collect and they trolleyed them to my car for me, were super polite and helpful.