- Amazon’s in-house brand, Amazon Basics, offers several categories of items at great, affordable prices.
- Below, we break down the best Amazon Basics workout gear for a home gym.
When it comes to building a home gym, picking affordable pieces that still help you get your sweat on is key. So when I spotted Amazon Basics’ surprisingly extensive lineup of workout equipment, I was quick to check it out to see what the brand had to offer.
Amazon Basics’ workout gear line has everything from dumbbells and resistance bands to benches and other home-gym staples, making it easy to build out your setup without dropping hundreds—or thousands—of dollars. And while a low price is certainly appealing, workout equipment has to do more than look like a bargain. It needs to be sturdy, functional, and able to keep up with your workouts.
So, I took a closer look at Amazon Basics’ fitness gear to see which pieces are worth adding to your home gym—and whether these budget-friendly buys can really compete with pricier options. While you’re browsing the workout gear, be sure to check out our editor-approved workout clothes from Amazon Essentials.
Amazon Basics Workout Gear
Sarah Connor is a Reviews Editor for Popular Mechanics. She also contributes to Runner’s World, Bicycling, Best Products, and Biography.com. Before joining the Hearst Magazines team, Sarah was a National Content Editor for Hearst Television. She holds a master's in Journalism from Syracuse University and a dual bachelor's in English and Communications from the University of Pittsburgh. When she isn’t writing up a review of the newest gadgets, you can find her heading to the nearest rink for a figure skating session or enjoying the outdoors with her beloved Australian Shepherd, Rosie.
