BowFlex SelectTech 840 Adjustable Kettlebell

Performs ok for the minimal KB work that I ever do. Mainly as a warmup tool. Didn’t want to load up my gym space with several KB’s so overall alright.

The first and only kettlebell I have owned. Having an adjustable kettlebell go from 8lbs to 40lbs is definitely useful for almost any workout. There are nicer ones out there today.

Wanted to perform some kettlebell lifts and did not want to spend a ton of money. I priced out getting a few individual kettlebells versus the Bowflex Adjustable and it was just cheaper to buy the Bowflex. The weight increments are non-standard which is an adjustment. Other than that they work fine for the limited lifts I have in my workout. I would not recommend these for a person that does a lot of kettlebell work, but for someone who just does little kettlebell works these will do it at a good price.

My second round for an adjustable kettlebell. Build quality and performance were good. I was ok with the overall weight, but ended up not caring for the adjustment levels. The adjustments are just in a weird configuration. If your preference is that adjustments be in consistent increments. this is not a good choice.

I had one of these for a few years and I think it’s pretty underrated for the price. The adjustment is easy and it was a fairly good build quality. I would probably prefer the REP adjustable if you’re looking budget and don’t need it to be heavy. If you’re serious into kettlebells (I am not) the Freak Athlete one looks really cool.

When I started weight training I bought Bowflex DBs and this kettlebell. I liked using the kettlebell for goblet squats and Bulgarians. At one point I even bought two and would do front squats with them. The jump from 25 to 35lb felt really big at the time. I don’t remember them being as expensive as they are now. I’d definitely rather buy a better kind that goes heavier, or get a cheaper knock off of this one. Just wouldn’t bother with this, even though I still have one in my gym.

This is just fine, it is definitely not enough weight, and the jumps are less than ideal. I do like the top adjustment system, but also think you'd be better served with the rep / fringe / ... adjustable dumbells. I've heard online a number of ppl having issues with durability, but I haven't personally had any issue (though I do not use it often). I also am not the biggest fan of the shape, it's a bit weird especially for snatches / jerks.

This was not bad for adjustable kettlebell but I think weight was a little lite and I did not like the shape. However my wife used it and was happy with it.