5 Alternatives to the EnterSports 12kgx2 Adjustable Dumbbells

Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Weights and Dumbbells 552 (2–24 kg) is the closest like-for-like upgrade if you want a more serious long-term home-gym dumbbell. Compared with the EnterSports pair, it offers a much wider range, so you’re less likely to hit the ceiling on presses, rows, and goblet squats. The downside is that it’s a single dumbbell at this price, so the cost per hand is far higher. Choose this if you want premium adjustability, a proven mechanism, and you’re happy paying for the brand and the extra load range.

BRAINGAIN 15 in 1 Adjustable Dumbbells 24kg Pair is the best outright value for most UK home gym users who want a proper pair rather than a lighter starter set. At 24kg per dumbbell, it gives you significantly more training headroom than the EnterSports 12kg x 2, making it far better for progressive overload on lower-body work and heavier upper-body movements. It also includes a storage dock, which is useful in a garage gym or spare room. What’s worse is the higher upfront cost and the fact that bulky adjustable dumbbells can still feel less balanced than fixed hex dumbbells. Pick this if you want the most future-proof option without jumping to premium pricing.

Yaheetech Adjustable Dumbbells Pair 18KG is the budget-friendly alternative for casual lifters and small-space setups. It matches the EnterSports on price, but the 18kg total set weight means it may feel more limited if you’re already training hard. The safety lock and non-slip handle are useful, but the 4.3-star rating suggests it may not be as polished in finish or user experience. Choose this if you want a cheap entry point and don’t mind a lighter maximum load.

Bowflex Unisex Bowflex SelectTech Adjustable Kettlebell, 18.1 kg is not a dumbbell replacement, but it’s a smart add-on if your training leans toward swings, goblet squats, cleans, and conditioning. It compares well on space-saving convenience, but it won’t replace bilateral dumbbell work, and the single-kettlebell format limits pressing and rowing variety. It’s better if you want one compact tool for full-body conditioning rather than a pair of adjustable dumbbells.

Bowflex Unisex 1090i Single Adjustable Dumbbell is the premium option for lifters who care more about top-end load and build quality than getting a pair straight away. It’s much more expensive than EnterSports, but it offers serious weight capacity and the kind of incremental progression that suits strength-focused training. The major drawback is obvious: you’re paying £300 for a single dumbbell, so it only makes sense if you’re building a higher-end home gym and plan to buy a second later. Choose this if you want commercial-style progression in a compact footprint and don’t mind the premium.