It’s an adjustable cuff with a built-in foam handle. Functionally, pretty good for unilateral cable exercises like lateral raises. I actually prefer these over cuffs or regular D-handles for lateral raises. However, they’re awkward to dismount with heavy weight on seated bilateral exercises like chest flys and Bayesian curls. Works okay for lying Y-raises. I like how the built-in handle can help get me through sticking points, but the strap length limits ROM. Not great for rear delt flys because it forces a neutral grip instead of palms down. I haven’t used them for back exercises because I prefer a rigid attachment. Feels cheap because of the foam handle and is expensive for what it is. I’ll for sure be upgrading from these.

The FID7 Pro is a decent bench, but I only have it because it came with my FT2 Pro. At its standalone price, I think there are better options on the market. The padding is firmer than I would like, and while the pad gaps are a bit large, they haven’t really been an issue. It’s also a heavy bench, so it’s not the easiest to move around, although it can be stored vertically. The sliding adjustment mechanism is smooth, but having to tighten the locking knob every time is slower than a ladder-style design. It adjusts in 15° increments from -15° to 75°. The attachment port is probably its biggest strength. I use it with the leg extension/curl attachment, preacher curl attachment, and foot holder for cable rows, chest flues, and Bayesian curls. The adjustable seat section is also useful as back support for leg extensions. The bench attachments do their job, but you’re locked into Inspire’s ecosystem, and I think other brands offer higher quality The FID7 Pro is a decent bench, but I only have it because it came with my FT2 Pro. At its standalone price, I think there are better options on the market. The padding is firmer than I would like, and while the pad gaps are a bit large, they haven’t really been an issue. It’s also a heavy bench, so it’s not the easiest to move around, although it can be stored vertically. The sliding adjustment mechanism is smooth, but having to tighten the locking knob every time is slower than a ladder-style design. It adjusts in 15° increments from -15° to 75°. The attachment port is probably its biggest strength. I use it with the leg extension/curl attachment, preacher curl attachment, and foot holder for cable rows. The adjustable seat section is also useful as back support for exercises like chest flyes and cable crunches. The attachments do their job, but you’re locked into Inspire’s ecosystem, and I think other brands offer higher-quality attachments. Overall, it’s a solid bench, but I don’t think it’s worth the price.

The padding is thick and comfortable, making it great for a variety of exercises. I currently use it on my Smith machine for: • Holding my legs down during lat pulldowns • Donkey calf raises • Back-supported cable crunches • Back-supported tricep extensions My only concern is its long term durability. The stitching already looks like it’s starting to come loose, so I’m a bit worried about how much longer it’ll hold up.

I think these are one of the best options out there for lat pulldowns and cable rows. The handles swivel 360° very smoothly, or they can be locked into whatever angle you want. The knurling is impressive, and while the build quality could be a little better, it’s light and sturdy. The only improvements I could see are adding Z-axis adjustability and a swiveling attachment point. I just use a swivel shackle, which solves that problem for me.

I would put these in A-tier for chest flys and Bayesian curls. They feel very premium, have decent knurling, and I really like the shape for both exercises. I wasn’t a fan of the strap they came with, so I swapped it out for paracord, which I like a lot better. The only thing I think would beat these for chest flys and Bayesian curls would be an attachment with built-in forearm support.

The Inspire FT2 Pro is a great option for anyone who wants a compact, plateless home gym setup and is focused primarily on hypertrophy rather than powerlifting. What sets this machine apart is the selectorized Smith machine. Switching weights is very fast and convenient compared to loading plates, it’s smooth, easy to setup, and can be loaded up to 320lbs or 410lbs with the weight stack upgrade. Because the smith bar starts at the bottom of the movement, it won’t be ideal for powerlifters performing heavy squats or bench presses in the 1–3 rep range. However, in my experience, it feels great for sets of four or more reps. You will need a platform for RDLs, and I wish the bar had more aggressive knurling. The machine has 6 pulleys: 2 side, 2 high, and 2 low. The high pulleys work well for lat pulldowns, and I use the smith bar with a bar pad to anchor myself down. The 2 low pulleys can be adjusted to multiple heights and they work well for cable rows. The 2 side pulleys are great for all other cable exercises. I would recommend getting the upgraded weight stack. Performance: 5/5 Can effectively train every muscle group. Value: 5/5 It’s expensive but it’s the only selectorized smith functional trainer on the market other than its predecessor. The functionality, convenience, and space saving are invaluable to me. Build quality: 4/5 Uses higher gauge steel than other options at price point, and bar knurling could be better, but still extremely stable and everything feels smooth.