I've always wanted to own a pec fly machine like the ones I used in commercial gyms years ago, but the price tag always kept that dream out of reach. Enter Temple of Gainz. This is machine #4 from them, and while it was definitely more of a luxury purchase than a necessity, it's become one of the most enjoyable additions to my gym. After working it into my weekly training, I've noticed a noticeably better stimulus in my chest and upper body. The pec fly movement feels smooth, natural, and effective exactly what I was hoping for when I bought it. The rear delt fly function is good, but not quite as refined. The machine performs the movement well, but I think it would benefit from one additional adjustment hole to allow for a slightly greater range of motion. With that small tweak, the rear delt side would easily be a 5/5 for me. One feature that deserves special mention is the weight stack. Not having to load and unload plates between sets is a convenience that's hard to appreciate until you've used it regularly. It makes workouts faster, smoother, and simply more enjoyable. Overall, I think this machine offers excellent value for the price. While it wasn't a must-have purchase, it's become a piece I genuinely look forward to using and one I would confidently recommend to anyone looking to add a dedicated chest fly machine to their gym.

These are well-built, durable wedges that are easy to set up and use. However, despite the quality, I found myself using them far less than I expected. In my experience, they work best for stationary movements where your feet remain planted on the wedges throughout the set. For squats though I found them less practical than advertised. During setup and unracking, I would occasionally bump them out of position, which isn't ideal when you have a loaded barbell on your back. After trying these I ended up purchasing a larger, full-size wedge, which provided a much more stable platform. Since making that switch, I haven't found myself going back to the REP wedges. Do they work? Absolutely. Are they a quality product? Yes. But whether they're the right choice depends heavily on how you plan to use them. If your primary goal is heel elevation for squats, I'd recommend considering a larger, full-length wedge instead. If I were making the purchase again, I would skip these and go straight to a full-size option.

This is a great piece to have in the gym if you’ve got the space and really want to light your back up. I’ve had mine for about 4 weeks now and it’s quickly become one of my favorite machines to use. What I like most is how versatile it is. You can do seated rows, standing rows, iso rows, and easily switch between pronated and supinated grips to change the feel and target different areas of the back. It doesn’t feel like a one-trick machine at all. And while it’s technically a row machine, you can actually get creative with it. If you position yourself in front of the machine, you can use it for push presses and shoulder press variations too, which was a nice bonus I didn’t fully appreciate until I started experimenting with it. For anyone building out a serious home gym and wanting more quality back training options without buying multiple machines, I think this one earns its footprint pretty quickly.

I know some of the reviews on this are mixed, but I honestly have to disagree with a lot of them. That said, I’ll admit I may be biased because I’ve always loved T-Bar Rows and knew I wanted some version of one in my garage gym. Recently I had to decide between buying a standalone T-Bar Row machine or going with an ISO Lat Row. I ended up choosing the ISO Lat Row after realizing I could basically create a T-Bar Row station using this pad and honestly, it’s worked out better than I expected. The pad itself is firm and supportive without being uncomfortable, which was one of my bigger concerns going in. Setup and storage are also way easier than people make them sound. I can have it ready to go in under a minute, and when I’m done it stores right on the side of my rack completely out of the way. For me, the biggest advantage was saving a pretty significant amount of money versus buying another standalone machine. In a home gym, especially for dads trying to maximize space and budget, that matters. It also works great with dumbbells if you want another training option. All that said, I do think this comes down to how much you value T-Bar Rows. If it’s a movement you absolutely want in your gym, I think this is 100% worth it. If it’s more of a “nice to have,” then I’d probably pass and put that money toward something you’ll use more often.

At this point, there’s really not much left to say about the Rhino Belt Squat that hasn’t already been said. It’s one of those rare pieces that actually lives up to the hype. But I’ll say this: if I had to start my gym over from scratch, or if I could only keep a handful of pieces in the garage, the Rhino is making the cut every single time. No hesitation. I use mine constantly for squats, RDLs, accessory work, rehab work—you name it. It’s one of the few machines that genuinely adds versatility instead of just taking up space. For a home gym dad trying to train hard while also keeping wear and tear manageable, it’s hard to beat. And yeah… it doesn’t hurt that it looks absolutely ridiculous in the best way possible. In my opinion, still the best-looking belt squat on the market.

This is a really solid piece and honestly one of the better products Titan has put out, in my opinion. For the price, it’s hard to beat. I’ve seen it on sale recently for around $1,559, and at that price it feels like a steal for what you’re getting. I bought mine back around 2020–2021 and it’s still performing flawlessly years later. No issues, no regrets, just a dependable workhorse that gets used consistently in the garage gym. For most home gym owners and dads building out a space without wanting to completely destroy the budget, I think this is an easy recommendation. It does what it’s supposed to do, does it well, and holds up over time. Now, if you’re the type who wants something a little more premium or polished, I’d probably look at the ATX Lat Tower as the next step up. That’s personally where I’d go if I ever decided to upgrade. But for value, reliability, and overall performance, this Titan unit has earned its spot in my gym.

I really like this piece. As a dad with a garage gym, space matters almost as much as the equipment itself. I used to own a Titan Reverse Hyper and while it worked great for helping rehab my back, it took up a ton of room. Eventually I wanted my floor space back but still needed a way to keep reverse hypers in the rotation. That’s where the Westside Scout came in. I got lucky and found one on Marketplace for a steal, and after about 90 days of using it regularly, I honestly think it nails the balance between performance and practicality. It does exactly what I need it to do, and when I’m done, it folds up and stores easily in a corner instead of permanently eating up gym space. The only real downside is the weight. It’s not a problem for me, but my wife won’t mess with it unless I already have it set up because she says it’s too heavy to move around. Also, the vinyl scratches pretty easily, but that’s more cosmetic than anything. Overall, if you’re a home gym dad trying to maximize space without giving up functionality, this thing is absolutely worth considering.

I’ve tried the Fringe Sport Bob and the Bells of Steel smith. Neither comes close to this one in anything. Quality, build, smoothness, and performance. You can do so many things with this, it’s been such a great addition to my gym.