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Compact home gym gear · Dimension-first

Best compact home gym equipment for small spaces

Space-saving strength and cardio gear, chosen by the numbers that actually fit your room: folded footprint, ceiling height, and whether a renter can install it. Live prices, no fabricated reviews.

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Smallest footprint · Adjustable dumbbells

PowerBlock PowerBlock Elite EXP

PowerBlock Elite EXP

9.3

The smallest footprint

Weight range
5–50 lb / hand (Stage 1)
Expandable to
70 or 90 lb with kits
Footprint (each)
~12 × 6 in — shortest here
$399.99View on Amazon

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