Amazon Basics Rubber Hex Dumbbell Hand Weight

This is an honest review of the Amazon-branded dumbbells, of which I have the 30lb, 35lb, and 40lb sets.Pros: These dumbbells are well-made and very solid. Ergonomically, they feel great in your hand and have good weight distribution. The weights themselves require no tightening and arrive ready-to-go.Opportunities: For some reason, I just can’t fully understand why these are not sold as a set, and I find that a little confusing. My guess is that selling single dumbbells has to do with the challenges of shipping a heavy and somewhat awkward item in a cardboard box. So, just know that if you buy these that you will need to purchase 2, and they will arrive separately.Overall: These are high-quality dumbbells at a good price point, and they will make a great addition to any home gym.

The rubber dumbbells are great. They are nice and functional. Good price.

SUMMARY- Took a year but built the whole set (10 - 50)- Nothing beats the versatility of a good set of dumbbells- Stinky and oily first few days (no big deal for me)- Look like new 1.5years later with nearly daily use- Follow gym etiquette and treat them right, they will last forever- Did not confirm their weightFULL REVIEWBACK STORYAs was the case everywhere when COVID hit, my MMA gym shut down.Previous to that closure, I had barbells and plates that I'd accumulated through the past couple of decades.But when the everything closed, I quickly found myself missing the variation and breadth of exercises that you get at the gym vs the barbell setup I had at home. Almost immediately, I ordered a cable machine but still felt like I was missing a bunch of exercises.4 months later, in July of 2020 I found these and ordered what I could -- at that time only 10 & 20 pounders were available. That order was just shy of $95. Expensive but seemed like a somewhat fair trade given that I had cancelled my gym memberships, not knowing what was going to happen or for how long places would remain closed.They trickled in as they could over the next month.I would check the site daily to see if any more had become available for sale. Most of the time they would come with a warning, stating that there were none in stock but would be shortly and charges would appear on CC until they were shipped. I'd pick up a pair as I saw them available.April of 2021 (almost a year after I purchased my first pair), I bought the elusive 50 and 35 pound pairs. The last two I needed to complete the 10 - 50 pound set (incremental by 5lbs).THE DUMBBELLSHIIT, being able to switch weights instantly to finish a set out to complete failure, flies and reverse flies, single arm lifts for core strength, etc. Nothing beats the versatility of a good dumbbell set.Yes, some were oily and had a rubbery smell when they first arrived. I would cut the box top, remove from the plastic bag and let air outside for a couple of days. I'd then wipe down with a cloth and place on dumbbell rack. These two things were never really an issue for me.After a year and a half of almost daily use, they look and feel as they did when I first got them. Please note, that I follow gym etiquette. I don't let them slam against the floor (drop), I don't bang them against each other, I re-rack when done, etc. The highest they ever dropped is from bench after doing chest press (will drop lower my arms by my side and l and these roll off -- as anyone would at any gym). They do fall on mats, or carpet. They've never dropped on concrete, brick, rock, or similar.Take care of them, and THEY WILL LAST you forever.WEIGHTThere are a few reviews that tested the weight to verify how close they were to their stated weights. I haven't checked mine. Honestly, up until I started to write this review I hadn't even thought about it. I'm no professional body builder. I need resistance and these seem to be doing a very good job at it. Maybe if I get a calibrated scale in the future I'll weigh 'em and update this review (but doubtful).

I bought this 15 lb dumbbell set to upgrade my home gym and they’re perfect. The grip feels secure and comfortable, and the quality is excellent—no weird smell or cheap coating. They’re also compact enough to store easily but heavy enough to challenge me. Definitely recommend if you’re building a solid home workout routine.

This 20-pound rubber hex dumbbell is an absolute steal—so affordably priced yet excellent quality. It’s perfect for home workouts and great to use anywhere thanks to its rubber material. You can confidently place it down anywhere without worrying about damaging floors—or making noise. Very, very good!

These dumbbells are good, but at first they had a slight unpleasant smell. They also feel a bit heavier than the listed weight

The dumbbells work well for exercise! They are really sturdy! The only thing that I don't love about it is that sometimes when I am laying down and I end up dragging them across my torso, it stains my t-shirt.

I grabbed these rubber hex dumbbells for home workouts, and they’ve become my go-to for strength routines.What’s Great:• Sturdy and durable: The rubber coating feels tough—no chips or cracks after weeks of use.• Hex shape stays put: They don’t roll around, which is perfect for quick sets or transitions between exercises.• Comfortable grip: The metal handle has just the right amount of texture—not too rough, and it doesn’t irritate my hands even after sweat-heavy sessions.Things to Consider:• No frills: Just basic weight—there’s no easy carrying handle or fancy finish, but I don’t need that anyway.• Rubber smell at first: There was a slight rubber odor when they were brand new, but it faded after a couple of days in the garage.Final Verdict:If you’re looking for reliable, no-nonsense dumbbells for strength training, these are perfect. They’re sturdy, safe, and do exactly what portable home gym equipment should do—without any unnecessary extras.