These smart dumbbells track reps, sets, weights and offer tailored workout programmes to help reach your goals
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T3 Verdict
Reasons to buy+Great-looking design that can easily be integrated into many homes+Built-in sensor tracks weight, reps and sets accurately, so you don’t have to+AI Coach uses dumbbell data to suggest workouts tailored to your goals+Space-saving replacing 12 sets of dumbbellsReasons to avoid-Not as heavy as other adjustable dumbbells on the market-Shape not as versatile as hex dumbbells
Reasons to buy+Great-looking design that can easily be integrated into many homes+Built-in sensor tracks weight, reps and sets accurately, so you don’t have to+AI Coach uses dumbbell data to suggest workouts tailored to your goals+Space-saving replacing 12 sets of dumbbells
Great-looking design that can easily be integrated into many homes
Built-in sensor tracks weight, reps and sets accurately, so you don’t have to
AI Coach uses dumbbell data to suggest workouts tailored to your goals
Space-saving replacing 12 sets of dumbbells
Reasons to avoid-Not as heavy as other adjustable dumbbells on the market-Shape not as versatile as hex dumbbells
Not as heavy as other adjustable dumbbells on the market
Shape not as versatile as hex dumbbells
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Jump to category:Price and availabilityTechnogym Connected Dumbbell review: Design and build qualityWorkout performanceVerdict
Jump to category:Price and availabilityTechnogym Connected Dumbbell review: Design and build qualityWorkout performanceVerdict
When it comes toadjustable dumbbells(or anydumbbellsfor that matter) it can be hard to really shake things up. Apart from changing their appearance, or increasing the weight range, what else can you really do to make them more innovative? Enter the Technogym Connected Dumbbells.
These AI-powered dumbbells not only track your performance (such as your reps, the weight used and hitting personal bests), they then use this data to offer personalised weight prescriptions and programs for your individual fitness goals. Basically, it’s like having your own personal trainer.
It’s an exciting concept, especially for those who find gym environments slightly intimidating and prefer training from home. But, are they worth the big price tag and, more importantly, do they actually work? I headed down to Technogym’s boutique store in Piccadilly to find out.
Technogym Connected Dumbbells Review
Technogym Connected Dumbbell review: price and availability
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(Image credit: Technogym)
The Technogym Connected Dumbbells are available to buy now fromTechnogym UKfor the recommended retail price of £1,410. This price also includes a free two-month Technogym membership and installation. After the two-month trial is up, a Technogym membership will cost you £7.99 a month.
If you want to purchase the Connected Dumbbells+, which includes the dumbbells, the stand, a foam roller, training mat and three loop resistance bands– this will cost £2,530.
The Connected Dumbbells will be available in the US and Australia in 2025.
Technogym Connected Dumbbell review: Design and build quality
Whether you’re a Technogym fan or not, there’s no denying the brand always excels at designing beautiful-looking workout equipment, and these dumbbells are no exception. They’re smart, and minimalist and would look good in the majority of people’s homes.
They’re not the heaviest adjustable dumbbells on the market that’s for sure. They can be adjusted from 2-24kg, in 2-kilo increments (BrainGain’s adjustable dumbbellsgo up to 40kg each). However, 24kg still offers plenty of scope for a range of full-body exercises, especially for beginners.
(Image credit: Technogym)
(Image credit: Technogym)
These dumbbells use the popular ‘twist handle’ method when it comes to adjusting their weight. I found it effortlessly smooth and there’s a satisfying ‘click’ once it’s moved up/down in weight. There’s also a small subtle dial at either end of each dumbbell handle, that tells you what weight it’s on and the knurled metal handle offers good grip.
The stand or ‘strength corner’ as Technogym calls it, which you can purchase the dumbbells with, surprisingly, doesn’t take up as much space as you’d think. It has a device holder, where you can pop a phone oriPadto easily follow workouts, an area to place the docking stations, and a felt draw where you can store your exercise mat, foam roller, and resistance bands (which come included). Some adjustable dumbbell stands are pretty ugly, but this one has a polished, modern finish and keeps all your workout equipment neatly together.
Technogym Connected Dumbbells review: workout performance
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(Image credit: Future)
You have to give the dumbbells a little shake to connect them to the Technogym app, then you just choose the workout you want to do, hit start and you’re off!
(Image credit: Future)
(Image credit: Future)
My biggest gripe was that reps for bodyweight exercises aren’t tracked. It makes sense because you aren’t using the dumbbells and this is what has the built-in sensor. However, it got me thinking, if I were to repeat the workout, how would I know how many reps I had done in my previous session? It would be nice if there was an option to input this number into the Technogym app, so that these exercises can be considered in the personalised load prescriptions, as there are plenty of ways you can make a bodyweight exercise more challenging, whether that’s adding in a tempo or increasing the reps.
Obviously you don’t have to purchase the dumbbells with the stand and extra bits of equipment, but I think those looking for a complete training set-up will really appreciate it. It was so nice to just be able to open the draw and reach for whatever bit of equipment the instructor would tell me I’d need. It removes an element of stress and hassle because you’ve got everything you need right in front of you.
Technogym Connected Dumbbells review: Verdict
They have a solid construction, an aesthetically pleasing design and, despite being tech and data-driven, are very easy to use. The weight range may not be massive, but 24 kilos is more than heavy enough for those looking to get started on their strength training journey. However, more experienced lifters would probably benefit from looking at eitherBranGain’s adjustable dumbbellsorPrimal Strength’s, for a wider weight variety.
In comparison to other adjustable dumbbells on the market, they are a lot more expensive, it is Technogym though. However, these do replace 12 sets of dumbbells and 12 pairs of Technogym’sfree weight dumbbellscome to over £2,000, so you are saving money.
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