Dumbbells & strength
Amazon Basics neoprene hex dumbbells
A pair of 2 kg dumbbells with a grippy neoprene coating and a shape that will not roll.
Best for: Beginners, fitness classes and light strength work at home.
Where to buy
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This set contains two dumbbells of 2 kg each, with a cast iron core and a neoprene coating. The weight is printed on the end caps, and the hexagonal shape stops them rolling away between exercises.
What we like
- Non-slip neoprene surface
- Hexagonal shape stays put
- Weight printed on each end
Worth noting
- A fixed weight, so progress means buying a heavier pair
Buying tips
Start with a weight you can lift 10 to 12 times with good form, and buy a heavier pair once that feels easy. Hex shapes stay put on the floor, while neoprene or rubber coatings are kinder to hands and flooring. Adjustable dumbbells cost more up front but replace several pairs if space is tight.
General advice for this type of product, not a test of a specific item.
