Ultimate Body Press Elevated XL Doorway Pull-Up Bar
The Ultimate Body Press Elevated XL Doorway Pull-Up Bar impressed us with its minimal shaking when mounted on the door, instilling a sense of confidence in its stability. Its diverse grip options cater to users of different body sizes, allowing for workouts at unique angles not typically available with other bars. With an adjustable horizontal crossbar spanning from 24 to 36 inches wide, it fits snugly in various doorways. Additionally, its sturdy construction makes it equally suitable for floor exercises like push-ups, although storing it may pose some challenges.
In addition to the conventional straight grips, the Stamina Doorway Trainer Plus features uniquely curved, U-shaped handles, providing users with a distinctive secondary grip option—a feature absent in our other selections. Its more compact design caters particularly well to individuals with narrower shoulders or smaller body frames. While boasting a maximum weight capacity of 250 pounds, it falls short of our top pick's weight limit by 50 pounds, suggesting it may be better suited for users with lighter body weights.
Garren Fitness Maximiza
The Garren Fitness Maximiza offers a straightforward design, featuring a straight bar without protruding handles, allowing it to fit snugly within a doorframe rather than extending over the top of the door. With the flexibility to adjust both ends to accommodate widths ranging from 27 to 39 inches, it ensures compatibility with a variety of door sizes. The bar is equipped with a soft and comfortable hand grip, enhancing user comfort during workouts. While it enables users to perform a range of exercises such as push-ups, chin-ups, and hanging exercises like its top-of-the-door counterparts, its lower profile may pose limitations for individuals with taller frames. However, for those with higher doors, this feature may be less of a concern, making the Garren Fitness Maximiza a versatile option for home fitness enthusiasts.
How We Tested
Stability: The stability of the pull-up bar is crucial to ensure safe and secure workouts. Testers assess how well the pull-up bar attaches to the doorframe or mounts to the wall, as well as its ability to support the weight of the user without wobbling or shifting during exercise.
Installation: Testers evaluate the ease of installation and setup of the pull-up bar. This includes assessing the instructions provided, the tools required for installation, and the time it takes to set up the pull-up bar properly.
Adjustability: Many home pull-up bars offer adjustable features to accommodate different doorframe widths or ceiling heights. Testers consider how easy it is to adjust the pull-up bar to fit various doorframes or mounting locations.
Grip Comfort: The grip comfort of the pull-up bar is assessed to ensure that users can maintain a secure and comfortable grip during workouts. Testers evaluate the material and texture of the grip handles, as well as any padding or cushioning provided for added comfort.
Weight Capacity: Testers assess the weight capacity of the pull-up bar to ensure that it can safely support the weight of the user during exercise. This includes considering the maximum weight limit specified by the manufacturer and testing the pull-up bar under various weight loads.
Versatility: Some pull-up bars offer additional features or attachments for performing different exercises, such as push-ups, dips, or sit-ups. Testers evaluate the versatility of the pull-up bar and any additional exercises or movements it enables.
Durability: The durability and build quality of the pull-up bar are important factors to consider, especially for long-term use. Testers assess the materials used in construction, as well as the overall durability and sturdiness of the pull-up bar during use.