Fitness
Olympic Rubber Bumper Weight Plate Set with Steel Hub — 2-Inch Hole
Star rating
3.7/ 5
Customer reviews
10
- 5 stars 6
- 4 stars 1
- 3 stars 0
- 2 stars 0
- 1 star 3
Brand
BalanceFrom
Product description
Complete set composition: This kit contains ten Olympic bumper plates — two of each: 10 lb, 15 lb, 25 lb, 35 lb, and 45 lb. The assortment provides a progressive range for strength development, conditioning circuits, and general muscle-building routines.
Hub and fit: Each plate is fitted with a solid stainless steel insert sized for a 2-inch (Olympic) sleeve. The metal collars are intended to seat securely on Olympic barbells, dumbbell bars, and compatible training sleds to ensure smooth loading and stable positioning during lifts.
Construction and durability: Plates are molded from high-density rubber designed to absorb impact from drops and reduce clatter. The rubber casing also shields gym floors, lifting platforms, and barbell sleeves from direct contact and abrasion. The center sleeve is metal for repeated use.
Identification and markings: All plates have clear, color-coded markings showing both pounds and kilograms, making it simple to identify plates between sets and speed up transitions during workouts or circuits.
Training applications: These bumpers are intended for a wide range of uses — bodybuilding, CrossFit-style WODs, strength training, Olympic lifts, and powerlifting movements — and are suitable for home gyms as well as commercial facilities. Standard handling features include grooved edges to aid gripping when loading and unloading plates.
Pros
- Complete range of paired bumper plates for progressive loading
- Stainless steel 2-inch hubs for secure fit on Olympic sleeves
- High-density rubber minimizes noise and protects flooring
Cons
- New-rubber odor on fresh plates
- Occasional manufacturing blemishes or minor finish defects
- Quality control can be inconsistent between shipments
VerdictThis ten-plate Olympic bumper set delivers a complete range of weights with stainless steel sleeve inserts and a durable, high-density rubber exterior. The plates are color coded and marked in both pounds and kilograms for fast identification, and the 2-inch hub fits Olympic barbells, dumbbell handles, and compatible training sleds. Expect the usual new-rubber scent at first and occasional finish
Customer reviews
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Stephen 5/5
Well-made plates for a home setup
Edges and finish are clean and the plates feel solid. They arrived a bit oily and had the expected rubber smell at first, but that faded.
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Shrek 5/5
Accurate and color-coded plates
Color-coded bumpers that look great and measure very close to their labeled weight — within about one percent. Ideal for home training and small competitions.
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vanessa nunno 1/5
Potential ruined by QC issues
A metal fragment protruded through the rubber, causing scratches on other plates. I returned the 45s due to rust and gouges; overall finish and inspection need improvement.
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Joseph 5/5
Good for home gym, minor odor and delivery hiccup
Sturdy plates and within a pound of their listed weight. There was a faint smell from the rubber, and shipping was delayed, but customer support helped resolve the delivery problem.
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BB 5/5
Durable coating and consistent diameters
Thick rubber covering and recessed lettering that won’t wear off easily. The metal sleeve feels robust. Note that plates of different pounds share the same diameter — useful for deadlifts and floor-touch lifts.
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M. Bardo 1/5
Misleading listing on quantity
The product description was unclear about whether plates were sold as singles or pairs; I received just one and returned it. The plate itself seemed well made and the odor was not overpowering.
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CG 1/5
Confusing sales options and questionable finish
The listing’s purchase options were inconsistent — both choices ended up providing single plates. The holes looked worn and the finish felt subpar. Be cautious when ordering.
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Renee A. 5/5
Strong rubber scent but easy to freshen
These handle well thanks to the grippy rubber and side grooves. The rubber odor is strong at first but fades in a week or two; wiping them with soapy water and drying the sleeve helped the smell dissipate quickly.
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G. Parker 5/5
Affordable option for home gyms
Good value for the quality and fine for typical home-gym use. They’re competitively priced compared with other options and offer reasonable durability.
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Rock31 4/5
Relieved to find usable bumpers
Happy to have a reasonably priced set that functions as expected. One plate had slight surface damage, but both work fine. The mild rubber smell went away over time.
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