Powerblock PowerBench 2.0 Review

The PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0 is PowerBlock’s newest adjustable weight bench.

What’s really cool about this bench is that I can insert attachments into the frame to make it super versatile.

I’m talking a pull up bar, dip bar, and ab attachment!

Let’s check it out!

Unboxing

The bench comes covered in bubble wrap and surround by styrofoam blocks so it’s well protected.

Once I got it out of the box, it’s mostly assembled.

All I have to do is attach the front and hind feet.

I got all three attachments so I’ll show you that next…

First attachment box I opened was the dip bar.

It comes in three pieces and assembly is straight forward since it only requires two bolts.

Here’s the dip bar attachment once I assembled it.

Next box was the pull up bar attachment.

This comes in two pieces and also only requires two bolts for assembly.

Here’s what it looks like once it’s put together.

And the last box is for the ab attachment.

This came in three pieces and also uses two bolts.

Here it is…

Overall, assembly was basic so anyone can put the bench and accessories together in a short time.

Specs

• Bench weight capacity: 1000 lbs

• Material: 12 gauge steel with 3″ x 3″ tubing

• Back pad dimensions: 2″ thick, 37″ L x 10″ W

• Back Pad Adjustments: Flat, decline, 30, 45, 60, and 80 degrees

• Seat pad dimensions: 2″ thick, 10.5″ W

• Seat Pad Adjustments: Flat and 20 degrees

• Compatible Bench Attachments: Ab, dip, and pull up attachments

• Attachments Weight Capacity: 500 lbs

What Is The PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0?

The PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0 is PowerBlock’s newest bench.

They merged the commercial grade quality of their original PowerBench and the expandability of their SportBench into one.

It’s made out of larger tubing and thicker padding so it has a higher weight capacity and is more durable than their previous models.

Top Benefits Of The PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0

Adjustable Weight Bench

The back pad has 6 angles so I can use it for a variety of exercises.

There’s the flat bench setting…

Incline bench at 30 degrees is the one I use the most when using my Powerblock Pro 100 EXP dumbbells.

I like this setting for incline bench press and rows.

The PowerBench does have a slight decline setting but I don’t use it.

I don’t feel like it’s much of an angle to do decline bench presses.

The seat has two settings: Flat like you see above…

And 20 degrees incline which I like to use when the back pad is at 30 degrees.

Attachments Increase Versatility

I like the adjustable bench but I like it even more with the attachments.

These are optional but add more versatility to the bench.

If you like doing calisthenics, then this gives you the option to do pull ups, dips, and sit ups right from the PowerBench.

Best Features Of The PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0

Frame For Attachments

I like that Powerblock has made this bench more versatile by using the frame for attachments.

If you look at the top of the frame, there’s a plastic end cap that’s easily removed.

I took it off and you can see it’s hollow which makes it perfect to slide attachments.

The knob right next to the opening is there to take off any slack once I insert the attachments into the frame.

Vertical Storage

Even though Powerblock doesn’t advertise vertical storage for this bench, I tried it and it stays up which helps to save floor space.

Padding

The upholstery on the bench is well done.

It has a cool pattern and has great stitching to go along with it.

The padding is 2″ thick on both the back pad and seat pad so it’s very comfortable.

PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0 Attachments

Pull Up Bar Attachment

Here’s the pull up bar attachment set with the bench at the highest incline.

It’s crazy that they were able to get the physics right on this one so that the bench doesn’t come off the ground.

Just as a reminder, the attachments have a weight capacity of 500 lbs (the bench has a capacity of 1000 lbs).

The pull up bar is right at 7 feet tall (84″).

I’m 5’7″ and I’m able to put my fingers on it with my arms fully extended.

I prefer taller bars just cause I prefer to keep my whole body tense and legs straight when doing pull ups.

So for taller people just know you’ll have to bend your legs to be able to hang completely at the bottom of pull ups.

The pull up bar is very wide which I don’t mind because that gives me options to grip it at different angles.

This bar has a diameter of 25 mm (1″) which works but I prefer bars with bigger diameters.

Dip Bar Attachment

For the dip bar attachment I declined the bench down one level.

It feels sturdy and I like the rubber dipped handles so I’m good even if my hands are sweaty.

Ab Attachment

For the ab attachment, I declined the bench two settings down.

If you wanna make sits up more challenging, you can increase the incline as high as you want.

The padding on the rollers is 1″ thick and each roller is 10″ wide so there’s plenty of leg room.

I’d like to see upholstery surrounding the foam rollers just to add more durability to them.

I like that they added a handle in the middle so it makes it easy to get on and off.

This is something that’s missing from the GetRxd FIDB 300 bench ab attachment I reviewed in the past but it makes a big difference.

And here I am doing decline sit ups.

I do like this bent knee set up better than the straight legged version on the Freak Athlete Hyper Pro because it eliminates the use of my hip flexors.

This way I can feel it more on my abs.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Multi-purpose: Multiple angle adjustments plus I have the option to add the ab, pull up, or dip attachments.

• Weight capacity: At 1000 lbs capacity, this is a big improvement over PowerBlock’s Sport Bench

• Stability: Feels very stable even when using the attachments

• Padding: 2″ thick padding feels comfortable

• Vertical storage: I can stand it up vertically when not in use to save floor space and keep my home gym organized

Cons

• Attachments storage: The only thing that sucks about the attachments is that I don’t have a place to store them once they’re off the bench

• Decline setting: With this being slightly off from the flat position, I don’t see much use for the decline setting

PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0 Price

The Powerblock PowerBench 2.0 sells for $350 but currently has a pre-order discount of $50.

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PowerBlock PowerBench Alternatives

PowerBlock Sport Bench

I’ve reviewed the PowerBlock Sport Bench before and it’s very similar to the PowerBench.

The PowerBench 2.0 has an extra angle of adjustment (decline), higher weight capacity (1000 lbs vs 550 lbs), and the back pad is shaped differently.

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My Experience Using The PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0

I was a big fan of the Powerblock Sport Bench when it first came out.

And now that Powerblock released a beefier PowerBench 2.0, I’ve been using it regularly.

It’s well built, feels stable, and I like being able to use the bench attachments when calisthenics are in my workouts.

Only part that I don’t like about the attachments, is not having a specific place to store them when they’re off the bench so I’ll have to figure out a place to hang them from my wall.

Conclusion: Is The PowerBlock PowerBench 2.0 Worth It?

The Powerblock PowerBench 2.0 is well worth it by itself.

Both the seat pad and back pad are adjustable so there’s lots you can do with it.

And if you like calisthenics, then you have the option to add up to 3 attachments to the frame for more versatility.

It’s a sturdy bench with a high weight capacity and it has great padding for comfort.