Adjustable Bench 2.0

For context, I have used a lot of Rep and Rogue fitness bench to name a few including the Rep BlackWing, Rogue Ab 3.0 W/Premium pad, Rogue Monster w/ Thompson Fat Pad. First the build quality was amazing up there with Rep fitness. This AB does 90% of Rogue newest bench at ⅓ the price. Assembly was super easy. It came in one box and I only had to attach the pads and rear base because everything was already assembled. Probably a 5-10 minute job right in line with their estimate. The pads are extremely grippy and are right in the middle between firmness and soft. I do wish it was a little bit firmer based on my preferences. The pad gap is barely noticeable. For the average person I believe this is the best value heavy bench. I hope the future leg attachment is the same quality as this bench. I will definitely purchase it.

Solid bench and a great upgrade from my rep one. I wanted an adjustable bench that had a decline option, was decently heavier then my last one, good price and had more adjustments on the back pad and seat and this one checked all the boxes. Looking forward to what attachments they come out with for it. Hoping for sit-up/decline leg rollers and a preacher curl attachment. My only grip is that the pad material seems to stain really easy even though I clean it after every workout. Only took a couple weeks but there is a permanent noticeable stain where my head lays when I bench.

After researching and analyzing many different adjustable benches (Titan, REP, Vesta, Giant, Delta, Crandall), I came across Griffin by pure accident. I had never heard of them and there were really no reviews or videos for their newer 2.0 adjustable bench. With that being said, I was needing to upgrade from my REP AB-3100 that I have been using. It was perfectly adequate for a basic bench, but I was craving additional adjustment angles and something a little more stable. The REP AB-3100 only has 6 angles versus 13 with the Griffin. And while the REP was fine once I actually was on it with weight, there was definitely some lateral wiggle back and forth. I wanted to know if there was any wiggle with the Griffin so I emailed to inquire. I also wanted to know if there was any protection on the adjustment ladder to protect from any metal on metal contact. The very next day I received a response addressing my questions; there is no wiggle left to right and there is protection on the ladder. So I took a chance and ordered the Griffin adjustable bench. I placed the order on June 24th and the bench arrived on June 28th. The bench came in one big heavy duty box. There was quite a big hole on the underside of the box, but everything inside was intact. The box was incredibly heavy so I took each piece to my basement gym one at a time. The pieces consist of a seat pad, back pad, rear base and wheels, and the main frame. Assembly from start to finish took me about 10 minutes and I used my own socket wrench to put it together. Once assembled, I realized how much of an upgrade this bench was. It is incredibly stable, the back and seat pads are grippy and firm, and the adjustment angles are plentiful. While there are a few nicks here and there, the finish on the frame/metal are smooth and consistent. The protection on the adjustment ladder appears to be a very dense uhmw plastic or something similar. I did some dumbbell chest presses on every angle to test it, and every setting was stable. I also performed some spider curls and chest supported rows and my feet were still able to touch the ground (the bench is longer than my REP AB-3100 and I am only 5’7”). The knurled handles on the front foot and adjustment ladder are a nice touch, and the laser cutting on the angle frame and side are well done. There are also two rubber pads on the underside of the rear base and a big uhmw pad underneath the front foot. Additionally this bench can be stored upright if needed. All in all, I am so happy with this bench and it is literally the last adjustable bench I will ever need. Thank you to Nancy and Hector at Griffin for the awesome customer service and amazing product! I hope this review helps some other people who are in the market for a commercial quality piece of equipment at a non-commercial price!

Fantastic bench and built like tank. This bench has all of the design features that I was looking for. Tripod design, ladder adjustment for the seat and the backrest, less than 18" in height, full decline functionality, 12 wide backrest pad, minimal pad gap, ability to store vertically. I also saw that it had some additional features like a fully enclosed ladder (not just the side rails) with laser cut numbers, and a knurled handle. When I received the bench and assembled it, I was even more impressed. The pad is firm yet comfortable. It also has a nice material that prevents you from sliding around. The pad gap is minimal but I also found that I can bench press while being completely on the back pad. The bench is heavy but the placement of the handle makes moving it around easy. The leg roller works well for even the steepest decline angles. I also like the fact that the leg roller is adjustable. The unique locking feature for the backrest when in the flat position, makes the bench very stable when standing up. Having piece of mind that the bench won't tip over due to slight bump, is important for those of us that have small kids.

Fantastic bench. This thing is heavy duty and can probably stop a sedan. I had some minor issues with a few missing bolts that escaped from shipping damage, and Griffin sent me the replacement parts. I’m very happy with my purchase.

Once assembled, the bench is fantastic. Very sturdy and solid and doesn't wiggle or wobble at all. The seat gap could be smaller, but it does not get in the way of any lifts. Offers virtually the same function as REPs AB-5200 at a slightly better price. Color options would be nice to compete with REPs offerings. I'm taking one star away because two screw holes on the back bench pad were improperly aligned, and the threading was off, making it almost impossible to screw into the frame. Had to force the bolt somehow to bite onto that poor threading after several attempts and try to force them in while keeping the bench straight. After trying to make it fit, I was afraid the pad was not aligned with the frame initially, but it turned out fine. Overall I would recommend this bench over REPs offerings if you're happy with black being your only color option and you get it a bit less than the AB5200.

I bought the AB 2.0 with the intention that it will be the last bench I ever purchase. It is rock solid at 121lbs and it checked off everything on my list: (1) Vertical storage (2) Closed ladder design (3) Leg rollers (optional add-on) for decline exercises at multiple angles (4) Nordic curls as the leg rollers can be flipped upside down (5) Grippy thick back pad This is a huge upgrade from my old bench, the Fitness Reality 1000 Super Max Bench. Thanks again Griffin Fitness!

Picked this up locally and saved some money. Overall the bench is one of the best I’ve used. I had an AB5200 and Rogue 2.0. This is up there with those if not a bit better.