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Sport 24

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Sport 24

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The PowerBlock Sport 24 is a compact, selectorized adjustable dumbbell set spanning 3 to 24 lbs per dumbbell in 3 lb increments, replacing up to 8 pairs of traditional dumbbells with a single shoebox-sized unit. A magnetic selector pin slides through color-coded, welded-steel plates (gray powder-coat finish) to lock in the desired weight in seconds, and a bungee cord tethers the pin to the handle so it can’t be misplaced. Handles are wrapped in contoured TPR rubber. It’s the lightest and most compact set PowerBlock makes, aimed at beginners, rehab/physical-therapy work, and high-rep circuit or HIIT training rather than progressive heavy lifting – reviewers consistently recommend it as a first pair of adjustable dumbbells, while noting the 24 lb ceiling and narrow handles make it a poor fit for lifters expecting to scale up. It’s backed by a 5-year residential warranty and ships in gray, light blue, or lavender.

Colors Gray, Light Blue, Lavender
Replaces 8 pairs of traditional dumbbells
Warranty 5 years (residential use only)
Dimensions 10 in L x 5.5 in W x 5.5 in H
Grip length 4.88 in
Manufacturer PowerBlock
Weight range 3-24 lb per dumbbell
Grip diameter 32mm
Grip material Contoured TPR (thermoplastic rubber)
Plate material Welded steel, gray powder-coat finish
Weight per pair ~51 lb
Weight increments 3 lb (8 settings: 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 24 lb)
Adjustment mechanism Magnetic selector pin, bungee-tethered to the handle

What is a Adjustable Dumbbell?

What adjustable dumbbells are

Adjustable dumbbells replace a whole rack of fixed dumbbells with one pair whose weight you change via a dial, pin, or selector plate. They are the space-and-money saver for home gyms: a single set can span roughly 5–50+ lb per hand. The trade-offs are bulkier handles, a fixed max weight, and a mechanism that can wear or rattle.

What to look for

Fast adjustment (dial or lever beats stacking plates), a wide and useful weight range, a balanced feel that doesn’t clunk mid-rep, and a durable locking mechanism. Many sets include or offer a stand — worth it, since the blocks are awkward to load off the floor.

How it compares

Sport 24 SNODE AD80 Adjustable Dumbbell Set Elite USA 90 Powerblock Pro 90 Commercial
GymRadar rating 4.11/5 4.13/5 4.2/5 4.0/5
Price $219.00 $795.00 $867.00 $1,649.00
Colors Gray, Light Blue, Lavender
Replaces 8 pairs of traditional dumbbells 18 pairs of fixed dumbbells (5-90 lbs)
Warranty 5 years (residential use only) 4-year manufacturer warranty, includes drop coverage 1 year limited commercial warranty
Dimensions 10 in L x 5.5 in W x 5.5 in H 18.11" L x 6.68" W x 6.68" H
Grip length 4.88 in 4.53" (115mm)
Manufacturer PowerBlock Snode PowerBlock
Weight range 3-24 lb per dumbbell 10-80 lb per dumbbell 5-90 lbs (2.2-40.8 kg) per dumbbell
Grip diameter 32mm 1.42" (36mm) 1.3" (33mm)
Grip material Contoured TPR (thermoplastic rubber) Chrome steel, knurled, one-piece fixed handle Knurled steel, hard chromed
Plate material Welded steel, gray powder-coat finish Cast iron, one-piece molded construction Polyurethane-coated steel
Weight per pair ~51 lb
Weight increments 3 lb (8 settings: 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21, 24 lb)
Adjustment mechanism Magnetic selector pin, bungee-tethered to the handle

4.1/5 · 3 GymRadar reviews

Reviews by source

Expert 4.11/5 3 reviews
Youtube 4.4/5 3 reviews

The PowerBlock Sport 24 is a compact, well-built entry point into adjustable dumbbells, and reviewers consistently point to it as the natural first pair for someone new to selectorized weights. The standout dimension is functionality: a magnetic pin slides through color-coded, 3 lb-incremented plates in seconds, and welded-steel construction with a powder coat finish has held up for owners over a year of regular use with no reported failures. The weakest dimension is versatility – the 24 lb per-hand ceiling and narrow handles (awkward for larger hands and for goblet-style holds) mean it suits toning, rehab, and high-rep circuit work rather than progressive strength training, and unlike some rivals the line isn’t expandable to a heavier set. At $199-219 for the pair, it’s a strong value for its intended use case, but lifters expecting to outgrow 24 lb should look at PowerBlock’s larger Sport 50 line instead.

  • +Functionality: magnetic selector pin swaps between 3-24 lb in seconds via color-coded, 3 lb-incremented plates (PowerBlock, T7FIT)
  • +Build quality: welded-steel plates with a gray powder coat finish and a bungee-tethered handle that owners report as secure and rattle-free (YouTube: Hope)
  • +Durability: one owner reports zero issues after more than a year of regular use; PowerBlock backs it with a 5-year residential warranty (YouTube: Hope, PowerBlock)
  • +Value: $199-219 for a pair that replaces 8 sets of fixed dumbbells, praised by both editorial reviewers as an affordable, well-built starter set (Coach, T7FIT)
  • +Functionality: compact 10\" x 5.5\" footprint that owners say beats keeping racks of loose dumbbells around (YouTube: Hope)
  • −Versatility: 24 lb per-hand ceiling means advanced or heavier lifters will outgrow it quickly, and the line isn't expandable to a heavier set the way some rivals are (Coach, T7FIT)
  • −Versatility: narrow handles get uncomfortable for larger hands and awkward for holds like goblet squats where you're not gripping by the handle (Coach, YouTube: quick review)
  • −Functionality: switching weights mid-superset takes roughly 20 seconds, slower than a true quick-change design (Coach)
  • −Build quality: some clanking/rattle between plates during moves like curls, a minor but repeated complaint (YouTube: quick review)
  • −Versatility: block shape and side rails interfere with narrow-grip movements (Coach, T7FIT)

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