Fitness Reality Power Cage Squat Rack

Like a lot of people, my first rack, got it back in 2018. Before I think there was the lat pull addon option. But it's great, especially for the pre-COVID price. I eventually got J-cups, which added extra adjustability because they sat kind of inbetween the holes. So between those and the pins it came with, I had just about all the same spacing that any other rack would have. It is a bit wobbly, but its fine. It works great, it holds the weight. I have since modified it, and made it into a squat stand, and got spotter arms for it. Basically just used two of the uprights, and cut the supports for the front ones, and drilled holes in the flat feet to both screw it down, and allow band pegs. This was to fit it into a space I was using. The other two uprights I cobbled together, and used as weight storage, and a cable tower. Definitely getting my money's worth on this one! I will eventually upgrade it, but I don't actually ever "need" to.

I got this in 2020 when you couldn’t get any equipment and I was building up my home gym. I’ve thought of replacing it so many times but why? It works great. Is safe. I’ve squatted 400lb+ in this. Note: I have this lag bolted with 2x6s to my garage wall so it’s super stable. Without that it would be sketchy. It weighs so little. If you have any more money, get something more ‘standard’ like a real 3x3. More safety and more attachment options.

For the price you will not beat it. I got the version that came with the low row/lat pulldown cables as well as dip bars, j hooks, and safeties. The pulldown is much more smooth than expected. The rack does move a little even with weight stored on each post, but I have never felt unsafe. I added stickers to make it easier to line up my safeties (not shown). This would be my recommendation for anyone looking for a budget starter rack.

When I started my home gym in 2019, this was the first rack I bought. It gets the job done. The major issue I had with it was that it would move every time I’d re-rack both squats and presses. I couldn’t figure out how to bolt it down plus the options for attachments were limited and so were the jcup and safety placements. It’s a good starter rack or a long term solution for lifters who use lighter weights during their squats and bench.

This was my first squat rack. I bought it when I was trying to decide if I wanted a home gym or not. You get what you pay for and this rack is no different. However, if you're someone just looking for an inexpensive rack, you won't go wrong with this one. It was easy to assemble and I used it for 3 years until I gave it to a friend who is still using it to this day. Be careful if you want to add J-cups (which you will). You'll need to pay attention to the size. Also, the safety arms are terrible. They work, but they suck to move and are insanely loud when you're moving them.

My first squat rack. Used it for several years during COVID. I have helped other friends start their own home gyms by purchasing them on FB marketplace. I think you can get one for around $100 you're in for a treat.

Owned this rack for several years before upgrading to a Rogue ML. Great starter rack as often mentioned. Would recommend to anyone wanting to dip their toes into the home gym world without breaking the bank.

This rack would shake and wobble when I used moderate to heavy weights. This rack worked for me in a pinch as it was a great budget buy to get me going. Was patiently waiting for an upgrade.

If you are a mediocre lifter like me then this rack will suffice. Would I love to upgrade to something new and shiny someday, sure, but this rack has been put through the ringer and after several years and it is still holding up with no issues. I did upgrade to better j-cups because the stock ones are not good at all and we had to strap it to the floor to make it a bit more sturdy but overall it gets the job done and has allowed me to use funds on other items that were in higher demand for my gym. Oh also, it is not built for tall people so don't even think about it if you are over 5'5". I even find myself wishing I had more height for pressing, especially from a higher position but the height does not allow for the holes to get high enough. Other than all that, it is fine.

Great starter rack for anyone getting into lifting. It has multiple attachments and potential for upgrades. It is tedious to assemble/disassemble but otherwise functional. Wobbly at heavier weights but no safety concerns. Has survived multiple cross country moves intact.