The Core Idea: 15 Dumbbells in One

The SelectTech 552 replaces 15 pairs of traditional dumbbells — from 5 lbs to 52.5 lbs — in a single compact unit per hand. Turn the dial, the weight changes in seconds. No rack. No mess. No $2,000 spent on a full dumbbell set. This is the smartest piece of home gym equipment you can buy.

Dial System — Fast and Reliable

The patented dial selector lets you switch between 15 weight increments (5, 7.5, 10, 12.5, 15, 17.5, 20, 22.5, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 52.5 lbs) in under 3 seconds. The mechanism is solid — no wobble, no loose plates, no safety concerns during lifts. After years of production, Bowflex has refined this system to be completely dependable.

Space Saved vs Traditional Dumbbells

A traditional 5–52.5 lb dumbbell rack takes roughly 6 feet of wall space and costs $800–1,500. The SelectTech 552 pair fits on a side table (16″ × 8″ × 9″ each) and costs $319. The space and cost savings are enormous — especially for apartment home gyms.

Build Quality — Made to Last

The handles are solid metal with comfortable knurling. The weight plates are durable molded plastic over metal. These are not toy dumbbells — they handle serious lifting. Bowflex offers a 2-year warranty on the parts and 1-year on the mechanism, which speaks to their confidence in the build.

Value Verdict

At $319 — down from $429 — the SelectTech 552 is one of the best fitness investments available. A full dumbbell rack with equivalent range costs 3–5× more and takes over an entire room. If you work out at home even twice a week, this pays for itself in gym membership savings within 3 months. Buy both, not one.