Choose accessories for BalanceFrom PC-1 Series Power Cage here: BalanceFrom PC-1 Compatible Accessories. The benefits of power racks are numerous; they allow for a safe free-weight workout by eliminating any dangers like falling weights, failure, or accidents by the use of bar catches on the side pegs. Another benefit is the ability for a lifter to handle more weight than they normally would using full-range equipment. It is also quite beneficial in keeping the shoulder healthy. A let pull-down exercise not only targets the latissimus dorsi muscles, but also strengthens the lower and middle trapezius, rhomboids, and serratus anterior muscles. The latissimus dorsi muscles are extremely vital for spine stabilization and a sportsman with a weak back will not be able to perform in his or her event to his or her potential. Heavy duty square steel frame construction with h-shape base for max stability and safety. Wide-grip Olympic is included when you choose this option. You can use any weight plate with a 2" hole or less. A large walk-in space with rubber feet ensures easy and safe workouts. Four J-Hooks included with Power Cage Two Multi Grip Dip Bars included with Power Cage. H-Shape for full stability. Assembled power cage dimensions: 81 in x 44 in x 47 in. Assembled cable crossover dimensions: 120" x 81" x 31.5". 145 Pounds (power cage only). 185 Pounds (power cage with let pull-down attachment). 40 Pounds (lat pull-down attachment only). 140 Pounds (cable crossover only). 1000 lb capacity. For adults
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BF-PC
Product SKU:
162777833
UPC:
810963037254
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Your last sentence is a bit misleading. Most attachments will not fit this rack. It has tubing/uprights that are 2.3x2.3". The "universal" size is 3x3", with many other, less expensive racks using 2x2". If you want weight plate holders, spotter arms, lever arms, belt squat, etc., then you should buy the ones listed with this rack. Most will not fit. There were a couple of brands available on Amazon when this was on sale a couple of years ago, but unsure if they are still there. There are several threads on this rack here on SD. It looks like this is the old pic again, and the rack does not include the squat safety rails. I have this rack, and this is a great buy! Use washers on each end of the bolts when assembling for some added strength/stiffness. EDIT: I just noticed that the attachments state they fit 2.5x2.5" uprights. They may not fit this rack, which looks to be the same 2.3x2.3" rack that was sold the last time this was on clearance at Walmart.
I have this rack because I thought it was a good deal, and it is if you don't really need any other attachments other than the ones that come with it. If you're good with this, then this is a fantastic deal and you'll likely be satisfied with this. If you think you will be buying attachments for this that will bolt or be placed on the rack then you should reconsider. It is very difficult / impossible to find attachments because the uprights are not standard size. When I wanted a belt squat attachment I needed to drill new holes into an upright and love the fact that it does not fit nicely but still works just fine. When I wanted padded j cups to protect my bar, I needed to cut and stick furniture pads on the existing bar hooks since I could find any to fit the upright. It can be made to work, but will be need to be made to work instead of just buying something that fits.
Yes, specifically HulkFit. And if they are no longer in business, then that would limit some of the attachments as they are who primarily sold me mine.
Thanks for the correction. I should have said that there were multiple companies using the size not that the size was a standard.
This BalanceFrom power cage is a budget home gym starter that gets the basics done for squats, benching, pullups, and lat work. The cage and lat pulldown have held up well over time, and the low price is the main draw versus pricier racks. The biggest catch is attachment fit, since the uprights are an odd size and many third party accessories do not fit cleanly. The listing also appears to omit the safety bars or straps shown in photos, so it works best if you only need the included setup.
Home lifters building a first rack setup, because it gets training started cheaply and works well for basic squats, pullups, and lat pulldowns.
Lifters planning to add lots of third-party attachments, because the 2.3-inch uprights make many spotter arms, lever arms, belt squat parts, and plate holders incompatible.
Bench pressers who want a perfectly centered setup, because the bottom support bar sits far forward and can force the bench to be lifted into position.
Fitment is limited because the uprights are reported as 2.3x2.3" or 2.5x2.5" with 1" holes, not the common 3x3" standard. Some 2.5x2.5" accessories may fit with spacers, but many attachments like spotter arms, plate holders, lever arms, and belt squat setups may not bolt on cleanly.
Yes, the optional lat pull down/low row/cable crossover attachment is sold separately and has been reported to work well once installed. The bundle pricing can be confusing on the page, because selecting the rack versus the attachment alone may show different prices.
Yes, it is repeatedly described as a strong starter rack for the money and a good way to get a home gym going without spending much. The tradeoff is that it is mainly attractive if you are fine using the included setup and not planning on lots of add-on accessories.
No, the rack has been received without safety bars or safety straps, and the listing does not mention them. If those are important, this deal may require buying a different listing or sourcing third-party parts.
not that anyone buying this is going to actually put 1000lbs on it but it is a completely made up number and the claimed steel gauge is also false advertising.
Video of it folding when 800lbs dropped on it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXqE9T0wOs8
That being said, you will not find anything cheaper and it's probably safer than benching or squatting off of a squat stand which is the only other legitimate thing you could find at this price.
That review is not the same rack. That is a previous model. This has very different connecting brackets and a different pull-up structure. The rack current on SD is better than the one in the review video that you linked. Look at the pull-up setup of both, and you can easily see the difference. The second video that you linked is also the older version and not what is listed here.
I have this rack, bought it back in February for $130 or so. It's been great so far. I haven't thrown more than around 300 pounds on it (deadlifting weight doesn't go on it, so your squats are the biggest load), but I haven't detected any issues at all. The only thing I don't like about it is that the support bar going across the bottom is too far forward (it lines up with the rear vertical bars rather than being pushed back more). I have a wheeled bench and have to lift the front over the support bar to get it into the right position to bench press. I also need to lift the bench a bit with some wood/pads to get it in the right spot so that the safety bar is just below my chest height. Minor issue overall. My ceiling is also low, so I had to screw the pullup bar upside down and I really don't use it for anything.
I will also note that I attach a pully system to the top bar at times and with that, it does wobble when the weight gets heavy.
Oh, and one more thing. Mine didn't come with the safety bars (like the picture shows). I thankfully had a set of 3/4 inch black bars that I bought at home depot from my old wooden rack. So I use those.
Last edited by AAMC27 December 31, 2025 at 07:38 AM.
Love my rack for what is it and how much it cost. It can get you going, and you can upgrade down the road without feeling like you lost much.
A rack like this, from REP fitness would EASILY cost $800+..... (yes its better quality, but there is quite a difference)
IMO, the average person will never put enough weight on this rack to grow out of it; and unless you're testing 1RM for some reason, you're already using less weight than you're capable of.
The only reason I could see someone upgrading is if they want additional accessories.
Last edited by AAMC27 December 31, 2025 at 08:12 AM.
not that anyone buying this is going to actually put 1000lbs on it but it is a completely made up number and the claimed steel gauge is also false advertising.
Video of it folding when 800lbs dropped on it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXqE9T0wOs8
That being said, you will not find anything cheaper and it's probably safer than benching or squatting off of a squat stand which is the only other legitimate thing you could find at this price.
It actually held up better than I was expecting to that 800 pound drop test. Even the barbell bent and the rack didn't actually break. That was a massive impact.
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Not sure about this unit, but the pullup bar looks similar to the mikolo m4. On that unit, you can invert it so it curves down instead of up if you have low ceilings so you have more clearance for pullups. You might be able to with this one too if thats a concern. Only mentioning because its easier to try during assembly vs after the fact.
Specifications
Max load
1000 lb
Exercise power cage type
Squat Rack
Frame material
Steel
Features
Adjustable
Fitness goal
Build Muscle
Items included
Squat Rack
Brand
BalanceFrom
Yes, specifically HulkFit. And if they are no longer in business, then that would limit some of the attachments as they are who primarily sold me mine. Thanks for the correction. I should have said that there were multiple companies using the size not that the size was a standard.
Bells of Steel's Residential Rack is still a 2.3" upright with 5/16th hole diameter (not sure about this rack). However, with some googling you should be able to find shims that allow you to use 3x3 attachments. There are adapters too allow 5/16th pegs to fit into 1" holes, too. Hole spacing would potentially be a problem for many attachments requiring more than one peg, though.
It actually held up better than I was expecting to that 800 pound drop test. Even the barbell bent and the rack didn't actually break. That was a massive impact.
I'd rather see a 350 or 400 pound test. How many people are throwing more than 400 pounds on a rack like this? I think about 6% of lifters can manage squatting that. If you're in that 6%, you're probably not going to using a $100 rack. I know these YouTube channels go for the wow factor, but at least a realistic weight would be useful information.
not that anyone buying this is going to actually put 1000lbs on it but it is a completely made up number and the claimed steel gauge is also false advertising.
Video of it folding when 800lbs dropped on it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXqE9T0wOs8
That being said, you will not find anything cheaper and it's probably safer than benching or squatting off of a squat stand which is the only other legitimate thing you could find at this price.
While I chose to spend more money on a higher quality rack, that drop test is not really relevant. Safety straps should never be used on cheap racks like this. Pins only. Straps will inherently put inward force when under heavy load, pulling the uprights towards each other. Pins will transfer force downward only. If they did that same drop on pins, the rack wouldn't have buckled.
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Thanks for the correction. I should have said that there were multiple companies using the size not that the size was a standard.
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This BalanceFrom power cage is a budget home gym starter that gets the basics done for squats, benching, pullups, and lat work. The cage and lat pulldown have held up well over time, and the low price is the main draw versus pricier racks. The biggest catch is attachment fit, since the uprights are an odd size and many third party accessories do not fit cleanly. The listing also appears to omit the safety bars or straps shown in photos, so it works best if you only need the included setup.
The rack and lat pulldown attachment can work as intended after over two years of use.
The lat pulldown attachment can function properly and the bottom row function can work well.
The rack can hold up in an approximately 800-pound drop test without the rack breaking.
The rack can be a solid starter option for home strength training when upgrading later.
The rack may not include the squat safety bars shown in listing photos, which can require sourcing separately.
The lat pulldown attachment price can change depending on whether the rack bundle or attachment is selected.
The upright size can be 2.3x2.3 inches, which can make many attachments not fit.
The bottom support bar placement can interfere with bench pressing, requiring bench repositioning.
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not that anyone buying this is going to actually put 1000lbs on it but it is a completely made up number and the claimed steel gauge is also false advertising.
Video of it folding when 800lbs dropped on it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXqE9T0
That being said, you will not find anything cheaper and it's probably safer than benching or squatting off of a squat stand which is the only other legitimate thing you could find at this price.
I will also note that I attach a pully system to the top bar at times and with that, it does wobble when the weight gets heavy.
Oh, and one more thing. Mine didn't come with the safety bars (like the picture shows). I thankfully had a set of 3/4 inch black bars that I bought at home depot from my old wooden rack. So I use those.
A rack like this, from REP fitness would EASILY cost $800+..... (yes its better quality, but there is quite a difference)
A rack like this, from REP fitness would EASILY cost $800+..... (yes its better quality, but there is quite a difference)
The only reason I could see someone upgrading is if they want additional accessories.
not that anyone buying this is going to actually put 1000lbs on it but it is a completely made up number and the claimed steel gauge is also false advertising.
Video of it folding when 800lbs dropped on it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXqE9T0
That being said, you will not find anything cheaper and it's probably safer than benching or squatting off of a squat stand which is the only other legitimate thing you could find at this price.
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Max load
1000 lb
Exercise power cage type
Squat Rack
Frame material
Steel
Features
Adjustable
Fitness goal
Build Muscle
Items included
Squat Rack
Brand
BalanceFrom
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not that anyone buying this is going to actually put 1000lbs on it but it is a completely made up number and the claimed steel gauge is also false advertising.
Video of it folding when 800lbs dropped on it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wXqE9T0
That being said, you will not find anything cheaper and it's probably safer than benching or squatting off of a squat stand which is the only other legitimate thing you could find at this price.
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