Amazon Basics Rubber Hex Dumbbell Hand Weight

People seriously need to calm down over the smell. The way the reviews are written, I was expecting to get an instant headache from the moment I opened the box. Do they smell like plastic? Yes. Should you probably air them outside? Yeah, probs couldnt hurt. They were affordable, they weight 10lbs like they say they do, the coating is exactly what I was expecting, they seem as sturdy as any other 10lb weights I've evet had, they are comfortable in the hands. Idk man, buy em if you need 10lb weights

SUMMARY - Took a year but built the whole set (10 - 50) - Nothing beats the versatility of a good set of dumbbells - Stinky and oily first few days (no big deal for me) - Look like new 1.5years later with nearly daily use - Follow gym etiquette and treat them right, they will last forever - Did not confirm their weight FULL REVIEW BACK STORY As was the case everywhere when COVID hit, my MMA gym shut down. Previous to that closure, I had barbells and plates that I'd accumulated through the past couple of decades. But when the everything closed, I quickly found myself missing the variation and breadth of exercises that you get at the gym vs the barbell setup I had at home. Almost immediately, I ordered a cable machine but still felt like I was missing a bunch of exercises. 4 months later, in July of 2020 I found these and ordered what I could -- at that time only 10 & 20 pounders were available. That order was just shy of $95. Expensive but seemed like a somewhat fair trade given that I had cancelled my gym memberships, not knowing what was going to happen or for how long places would remain closed. They trickled in as they could over the next month. I would check the site daily to see if any more had become available for sale. Most of the time they would come with a warning, stating that there were none in stock but would be shortly and charges would appear on CC until they were shipped. I'd pick up a pair as I saw them available. April of 2021 (almost a year after I purchased my first pair), I bought the elusive 50 and 35 pound pairs. The last two I needed to complete the 10 - 50 pound set (incremental by 5lbs). THE DUMBBELLS HIIT, being able to switch weights instantly to finish a set out to complete failure, flies and reverse flies, single arm lifts for core strength, etc. Nothing beats the versatility of a good dumbbell set. Yes, some were oily and had a rubbery smell when they first arrived. I would cut the box top, remove from the plastic bag and let air outside for a couple of days. I'd then wipe down with a cloth and place on dumbbell rack. These two things were never really an issue for me. After a year and a half of almost daily use, they look and feel as they did when I first got them. Please note, that I follow gym etiquette. I don't let them slam against the floor (drop), I don't bang them against each other, I re-rack when done, etc. The highest they ever dropped is from bench after doing chest press (will drop lower my arms by my side and l and these roll off -- as anyone would at any gym). They do fall on mats, or carpet. They've never dropped on concrete, brick, rock, or similar. Take care of them, and THEY WILL LAST you forever. WEIGHT There are a few reviews that tested the weight to verify how close they were to their stated weights. I haven't checked mine. Honestly, up until I started to write this review I hadn't even thought about it. I'm no professional body builder. I need resistance and these seem to be doing a very good job at it. Maybe if I get a calibrated scale in the future I'll weigh 'em and update this review (but doubtful).

Very good quality dumbbell I buy. Nice grip. Despite there is new smell of dumbbell.

This 25 lb Amazon Basics rubber hex dumbbell is a solid, well‑balanced piece of equipment that performs exactly the way you want a free weight to perform. The grip is excellent — the knurled steel handle has just the right amount of texture to stay secure in your hand, even during sweaty workouts, without feeling overly sharp or uncomfortable. The scratch resistance is impressive as well. The rubber coating not only protects floors but also keeps the dumbbell looking new after repeated use. It doesn’t scuff easily, and the hex shape prevents it from rolling around between sets, which is a small but meaningful convenience. There’s no weight adjustment needed since this is a fixed dumbbell, but the weight accuracy feels spot‑on and consistent with other 25 lb dumbbells I own. The size is compact enough for home gyms or small workout spaces while still offering the heft needed for strength training. Since it’s a single solid piece, there’s no assembly required — just unbox it and start lifting. That simplicity is part of the appeal. In terms of workout effectiveness, this dumbbell delivers. The balance is excellent, the grip stays comfortable through longer sessions, and the rubber ends make it easy to transition between exercises without worrying about damage to floors or equipment. Whether you’re doing presses, rows, lunges, or curls, it feels reliable and sturdy in every movement. Overall, this is a durable, well‑designed dumbbell that offers great value for anyone building or expanding a home gym.

Not much to be said. They're weights. They weigh as much as advertised, the condition is great, and the grip is comfortable. Now they make the room smell like a tire shop when they come out of the box. I've bought these weights multiple times in varying sizes and the best solution I've found to the smell is baking soda. This last time I applied it as a paste. That worked fairly well, but the best was when I submerged some in water with a ton of baking soda. They still emit a bit of a smell afterwards, but it doesn't fill the room after the baking soda treatment. Only smells when you're right next to them. Fades after a few days.

Works as advertised, but smells like straight chemicals

I work out at home and have slowly collected a number of dumbbells for my home gym. I love the Amazon hexagonal dumbbells. The grip is slightly textured, which makes them easy to hold. I like the hexagonal shape that keeps the dumbbells from rolling. And I continue to add these to my collection. They are super sturdy and I like the black color.

This is a great weight. It’s got a grip in the middle to hold on too. It’s durable and easy to use. Perfect weight size.

Bought 2 and use them a lot.

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Bargain dumbbell, great value for money but as several have mentioned they have a strong lingering rubber smell. After a few days the smell seems to dissipate.

Thankyou amazon

Comes as advertised. Grip feels nice in the hand.