The Bowflex SelectTech 552 is sold by Bowflex as the Results Series 552: a pair of dial-adjustable dumbbells listed at 2.3 to 23.9 kg per dumbbell across 15 settings, with storage trays. The page cited here is bowflex.com, and the UK listing may differ.
This review reads the maker's specification and does not involve testing, because the site does not test products.
What does the maker say the 552 is?
Bowflex describes the Results Series 552 as an adjustable dumbbell pair with quick-adjustment weight selection dials, a curved dumbbell shape with tapered plates, and a non-slip grip. It says metal components attach the plates to the handle, with a locking mechanism that keeps them in place, and that the pair replaces 15 sets of weights. It is sold as a pair with storage trays listed, and a SelectTech dumbbell stand is available separately. Bowflex says the page's other listing, the Results Series 52, has the same 5 to 52.5 lb range and 15 settings with a traditional shape and uniform plates, described as a different look with the same performance.
What is the specification from the maker's page?
| Item | Maker's figure |
|---|---|
| Weight range per dumbbell | 5 to 52.5 lb (2.3 to 23.9 kg) |
| Settings | 15 per dumbbell |
| Settings (lb) | 5, 7.5, 10, 12.5, 15, 17.5, 20, 22.5, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 52.5 |
| Size per dumbbell | 43 x 21.2 x 22.8 cm (16.9 x 8.3 x 9 in) |
| Selection method | Quick-adjustment dials |
| Sold as | A pair, with storage trays listed |
| Stand | SelectTech stand sold separately; price not published on the page |
| Standard warranty | 2 years, parts only |
| Optional extended plans | 3 or 5 year Protection+ Plans, sold separately |
| Dumbbell weight (unloaded) | Not published |
| Tray dimensions | Not published |
| Tolerance note | Individual settings may vary from stated values due to manufacturing tolerances |
| Indicative price | around £608 (checked Oct 2026) |
The settings step by 2.5 lb from 5 to 25 lb, then by 5 lb up to 50, and reach 52.5. Bowflex also promotes the optional JRNY app, which is a separate membership.
Does the Bowflex 552 stop at 23.9 kg?
Yes: the maker lists 23.9 kg (52.5 lb) as the top setting per dumbbell, and the page describes no way to extend it. That ceiling will limit buyers who expect heavy single-dumbbell work, for whom the Bowflex 1090i range goes higher. The unusual part of the setting ladder is the top: the last step from 50 to 52.5 lb is only 2.5 lb.
Who does the specification suit?
A range that starts at 2.3 kg and goes to 23.9 kg suits a buyer who wants a light starting load and several steps above it, in a space too small for a rack of fixed pairs. This is reasoning from the figures, not from use. The 2.5 lb steps at the light end give finer increments there than the PowerBlock Sport 24, which moves in 3 lb steps.
Is the Bowflex 552 suitable for beginners?
It starts at 2.3 kg per dumbbell, which is a light starting load on paper. For personal advice on weights and technique, ask a qualified professional. The NHS strength exercises page suggests starting with light weights, such as filled water bottles for a biceps curl, and building up slowly by adding repetitions over time.
What does the size mean for your space?
Each dumbbell is 43 cm long, 21.2 cm wide and 22.8 cm tall. At the top setting it is a large object to handle in a small room, so plan clear floor space around the trays or stand. Because the page gives no tray dimensions, measure the footprint from the retailer's listing or manual. Two dumbbells at that length side by side take about 43 cm of depth by roughly 42 cm of width before any spacing, reasoning from the stated size. For small-room layouts see small apartment home gym setup and storage ideas. Dropped or set-down dumbbells need a suitable surface, as covered in the flooring guide.
Does the Bowflex 552 come with a stand?
Bowflex lists storage trays with the 552 and sells its SelectTech dumbbell stand separately. The page names the SelectTech Adjustable Dumbbell Stand and a version with a media rack as compatible with SelectTech dumbbells and gives no price for either. The page does not give the full contents of the box, so confirm what is included on the listing.
How does the range compare with the alternatives?
On the makers' own figures, the 552 has 15 settings against the PowerBlock Sport 24's 8, and a top setting of 23.9 kg against about 10.9 kg. The Bowflex 1090 line on bowflex.com reaches 40.8 kg. The cost of the 552's wider range is a larger dumbbell: 43 cm long, against 25 cm for the PowerBlock block. The 552's indicative price is also about three times the PowerBlock's. These are specification comparisons only, and the page makes no claims about durability or feel that could be verified.
For a full side-by-side, see the Bowflex 552 vs 1090i comparison.
Is the Bowflex 552 on bowflex.com the same as the UK model?
Not necessarily. The maker's current product on bowflex.com is the Results Series 552, but Bowflex's UK site may list a different 552 model, so do not assume the older 552i figures apply. Check the model name, the range and the warranty on the exact listing you buy from.
How long is the Bowflex 552 warranty?
The bowflex.com page lists 2 years on parts, with optional 3 and 5 year Protection+ Plans sold separately. Bowflex's comparison table says only the Protection+ plans add cover for items such as accidental damage from handling, wear and tear and transferability, and that plan terms require a failure for parts to be replaced. UK availability and prices for these plans are not stated, so ask the seller.
What to check before buying
- Which 552 it is. The maker page used here is the Results Series 552 on bowflex.com. Confirm the exact model name and range on the UK listing.
- Warranty. 2 years, parts only, on the bowflex.com page. UK terms may differ, so check the seller.
- Delivery and returns. The bowflex.com page describes a 30 day return window and US shipping offers, which do not tell you the UK terms. GOV.UK business guidance says online customers can cancel up to 14 days after delivery without giving a reason; check the seller's own terms on top.
- Stand. Sold separately by Bowflex. Decide whether you need one.
- Changing weights safely. Follow the manual's instructions. The bowflex.com page carries no dedicated safety section, so read the manual.
- Technique and loading. Ask a qualified professional.
Who should skip the Bowflex 552?
Buyers who expect to lift beyond 23.9 kg per dumbbell should look at a higher range. Buyers on a tight budget may prefer the lower-priced PowerBlock Sport 24, which has a smaller block but stops at 24 lb per dumbbell, or a single fixed pair; see budget dumbbells. Buyers short on room should weigh the 43 cm length per dumbbell. For a wider comparison read adjustable dumbbells in the UK and adjustable vs fixed dumbbells.
What is the price context?
The indicative price in our data is around £608 (checked Oct 2026). Prices move, so check the retailer's current price and confirm it covers a pair. The dumbbells do not require the optional JRNY app membership according to the page, so factor it in only if you want it.
