6/4/21 Edit: Updated from 3 to 5 stars.
I would recommend flybird. They stand behind their product and go the extra mile to make sure the customer is satisfied. Even though I had problems with this bench, they made it right by sending me a replacement. When I found an issue with the replacement bench, they sent the appropriate parts to fix it along with a gift card for the inconvenience. 5/5 for customer service. If they're able to improve quality control, they would be a stellar company. See below for more detailed review of bench.
5/29/21 Edit: Updated from 1 to 3 stars.
A company rep reached out to me and offered a replacement. The rep seemed to really care about the customer experience and the replacement bench was shipped quickly. However, the new bench had 2 issues:
1. It's missing one of the round stoppers on the leg of the bench that keeps the bench in place.
2. The seat cushion is banged up / bent on the edges and seems a little unstable. The upper portion of the bench is also wobbly.
I would give FlyBird 5 stars for their great customer support but 3 stars for the quality control of the bench.
Bench Performance: I worked out with the bench once so far and it held up well. I'm 5'11, weigh 165 lbs, and used adjustable dumbbells (up to 50lbs each, so max of 100lbs). Although the bench did feel a bit wobbly at times, it did not feel unsafe at the current weight. However, I would not feel as comfortable using this bench if I was lifting above my body weight.
Bench Ergonomics: The seat is very wide so might take a bit to get used to. The bench is taller than the normal benches you would find at the gym so might be harder to plant your feet on the ground when bench pressing, but it's still usable for me. The bench adjusts easily between flat/incline/upright positions.
Bench footprint: This bench is light weight and assembles/disassembles very easily (literally takes 10 seconds) and can be stored away without taking up much space. This was one of the bench's main appeal and it did not disappoint in this aspect.
Conclusion: If you want a light weight bench that is easily set up and put away, and do not plan on lifting very heavy, I think this bench is a good choice (as long as you receive a working product). I'll continue to workout using the bench for now and update my review if needed.
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Original Review:
This item arrived with mold growing out of the seat. Not sure if it's inside the seat foam, but there is mold on several surfaces of the bench. Needless to say, this is a health hazard and I would recommend a careful inspection of the item before use.
| Brand | FLYBIRD |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 28.5 Pounds |
| Material | Faux Leather |
| Color | 800LBS |
| Product Dimensions | 15"D x 34"W x 10"H |
| Frame Material | Alloy Steel |
| Weight Limit | 800 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | FLYBIRD |
| Item Package Dimensions L x W x H | 31.75 x 12 x 9.9 inches |
| Package Weight | 14.13 Kilograms |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 6.28 x 13.64 x 4.19 inches |
| Brand Name | FLYBIRD |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Model Name | A-002 |
| Part Number | Adjustable Bench-149 |
| Style | FITNESS |
