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updated June 6, 2023
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I’m a fan of power towers, and it’s not just for the sweet rhyme scheme—a lost art in naming gym equipment. Not only a nice name, power towers are also a versatile piece of equipment for bodyweight exercises, particularly for the upper body and the core.
Most power towers have stations for pull-ups or chin-ups, dips, push-ups, and knee or leg raises—and some have even more versatility. They can be a great addition to just about any home gym setup, or even a great piece of equipment to start your home gym with.
With so much versatility in one machine, they can also be great space-savers in your garage gym. You can even add equipment to them for more versatility, like resistance bands or gymnastics rings.
Just like any piece of equipment though, not every power tower is going to be the same; there’s a lot to consider, like the footprint and construction. That’s why we at Garage Gym Reviews have compiled a list of the best power towers on the market, covering a wide range of wants and needs.
And we barely considered the rhyming or alliteration on these power towers (alright, I might have a little bit).
Our research and testing team has collectively done hundreds upon hundreds of pull-ups and dips to provide you with the best information on what to look for from a good pull-up bar or dip station. I myself, a strength-biased athlete who is pretty awful at bodyweight movements, have done several pull-ups and dips, and can tell you what to look for on these power towers. We tested machines on this list for durability, construction, and overall feel and value.
We do this not only to inform you about what equipment is best for your needs, but also because it’s our passion. We’re a team of certified personal trainers, weightlifting coaches, CrossFit trainers, and lifelong competitive athletes; we love to geek out over this stuff.
Good for: Those wanting a sturdy, customizable power tower with multiple grips
Best Overall Power Tower
The Sportsroyals Power Tower is a sturdy, durable power tower with a lot of customization to fit your needs. It’s adjustable pull-up bar height can also help fit it into spaces with a low ceiling.
What stands out on our pick for best power tower overall, the Sportsroyals Power Tower, is its versatility and customization. It is one of few power towers that has a pull-up bar with an adjustable height, meaning it can be adjusted for a taller athlete, but can also accommodate low ceilings. The backrest also can be shifted forward and back between seven positions. The power tower offers similar stations and quality as other competitors, but comes in at a lower price.
The push-up bars can be adjusted into three different angles, allowing for different grips and hand positions in your push-up workout. Furthermore, the pull-up station provides multiple grips for more variations; wide and neutral grips in particular. The ergonomic armrests for knee raises are angled inward at 10 degrees, to prevent a sweaty elbow from slipping off the tower arms.
We tested the first design of the Sportsroyals Power Tower, which has a base built in an H-shape. Side bars come out either side to further add stability. The new design has the base built with a dual triangular design and three crossbars, providing more stability than typical H-shape bases. This allows for it to have a weight capacity of 440 pounds, which is significantly more than most power towers. Although not the most stable power tower ever, it will get the job done for most. The front crossbar can be a bit of a tripping hazard, however.
While the adjustable pull-up bar is great, the max height is 92.7 inches, which makes the pull-up bar top out a few inches lower—this means it’s not much higher than most power towers. This, along with a narrow pull-up grips, might make this a less than desirable option for a taller person. GGR Founder Coop found the dip handles to be a bit wide for his tastes, but still comfortable enough for most people.
Additionally, some reviews claimed the assembly instructions were hard to follow. If you can power through the assembly, though, the Sportsroyals Power Tower has good value as an adjustable and versatile power tower.
| Price | $289 |
| Dimensions | 42.3” L x 27.6” W x 70.1”-92.7” H |
| Weight | 62 lbs |
| Weight Capacity | 440 lbs |
| Material | Heavy-duty steel |
| Warranty | 1 year on the frame, 90 days on other parts |
Good for: Anyone searching for a multifunction machine at an affordable, value price
