10 Best Olympic Weight Sets – 2024 Home Gym Buying Guide

The set is perfect for advanced weightlifting or for beginners. It ships in multiple boxes which might arrive separately. The set includes a 7-foot bar, weights equally 300 pounds and spring style clip collars.

The grip is designed to make the weight plates easier to handle and perfect for any level of weight training.

The Fringe sports set includes the Bomba Barbell V2, which features knurling all the way to the collars, and increased loadable area on the bar and strength of 206,000 psi. It is finished in black zinc to provide maximum rust protection. The bar also provides aerospace-grade self-lubricating bronze bushings. All of this adds up to the best Olympic weightlifting bar on the market.

Fringe Sports set is made from low bounce rubber and is constructed to take heavy-duty treatment. Included are top quality easily adjustable super strap collars.

This combination of an Olympic bar and bumper plates set provides you with the best Olympic weight set that we have seen.​

The most notable feature of the Black Diamond option is the outside design. The sharp, diamond cuts ensure that the bar doesn’t roll away. However, it still boasts a rounded design that allows you to roll it when needed (unliked squared-off designs out there on the market). It also uses a tri-grip that makes it easy to pick up and load up onto the bar.

What we also like about this design is that it is composed of cast iron cores that are included durable. It is also coated in Natural Virgin Rubber that prevents chipping and scratches on the surface so that it looks brand new over the years of continued use.

If you are on the market for something that comes from a trusted brand and is made from quality materials, this design from XMark is a great choice. The entire set weighs in at 110 pounds, which is perfect for beginners or intermediate users and comes in at a price point that won’t break the bank.

The design of these plates is what makes it stand out from the rest. Instead of utilizing a solid iron frame, this design has hollow grips that make it a little easier to carry. Reinforced bar holes reduce the wear and tear on your bar as well.

This set comes with 2.5, 5, 10, 25, 35, and 45 pounds plates. Whether you are bench pressing or deadlifting, the total weight of 225 pounds is enough to really get your started. It also comes with a 1-year warranty in case they crack or break under normal lifting conditions.

If you are in the market for something that comes from a trusted brand, this design is a great choice. While it comes in at a pretty steep price point, it will most certainly be the first and last set of plates that you will need to purchase!

The great thing about rubber plates is that they are kind to your concrete floors. If you want to keep your flooring in tack while engaging in lifts such as deadlifts, rubber is the way to go. These are super easy to load up onto the bar and provide an even and modern look to your home gym.

It is composed of 100 percent high-density rubber materials that are low-bounce. This means that when you fail out on a set and drop the bar, it won’t bounce and do damage to your floors. In fact, if the only thing holding you back from deadlifts is the chance of damaging your floor on a failed set, this design is one of your best options.

If you are in the market that is kind to your floors and easy to use, this latest design from AMGYM is a great choice. It may cost more than some of the iron designs out there, but we feel that it is worth every penny for those looking to build a modern and versatile home gym.

The very first thing that we noticed about this design is that it comes with everything you need in one compact package. Included with purchase are an olympic bar, plates (that add up to 300 pounds), and even a set of clips to keep the plates on the bar!

They are composed of durable iron with tri-grips so that you can comfortably and securely put it up before racking it onto the bar. Plus, it boasts a powder-coated finish for added durability. The irons plates aren’t as durable as rubber, which means you will have to be a little more careful when dismounting your deadlifts.

If you are in the market for something that comes not only with plates but also the bar and clips as well, this is a great choice. While it may come in at a pretty steep price point, the included gear makes it an incredible value.

The very first thing that we noticed about this set is that it boasts slim plates with hollow grips that make it easier to pick up off of the rack and load up onto the bar. These plates are coated with a hammertone finish that is resistant to rusting and boasts a modern look.

This set comes with a set of plates that add up to 210 pounds. While this is slightly less than 300 pounds sets, the value is in the quality of materials used. Also included with purchase is a high-quality Olympic bar so that you are ready to lift right out of the box!

It is important to note that this is one of the most expensive designs on our list. However, if you have the extra money to spend on this design, you won’t regret it. It is composed of quality materials that will hold up well over the years, and it boasts smart design features that are put in place to make your life just a little bit easier.

What we liked most about this set is that each plate has a functional grip that makes it quick and easy to load up onto your bar. Included with purchase are four 10-pounds plates, and two 5-pound plates, which total 50 pounds. They are also able to easily side onto all Olympic style bars.

These are made from a solid cast iron that is incredibly durable and holds up well over time. They are also coated with a glossy powder-coated finish that makes them a cinch to wipe down as well as slide effortlessly onto the bar.

If you are just starting to really build your home gym and need new plates but are short on cash, this set is an excellent place to start. You can expect the same level of quality with this more affordable set as some of the higher-end designs from CAP Barbell without draining your bank account.

XMark has good weight plates that total 65 pounds. This is a high-quality weight set you will not regret owning. It has a patented design and fantastic quality. The plates are made of all-natural rubber and maintain a bold color.

The precision inserts let the plates move freely on the bar. This set is durable and tough.

This set comes in a wide variety of sizing options that include 10, 15, 25, 35, 45, and the rare 55-pound plates. These bumper plates are composed of a durable rubber that works to protect your flooring and is resistant to bouncing when you fail out on a set. Plus, users love that the bright colors are a nice change of pace from boring gray.

Users love that this option is made from strong and sturdy rubber that is easy to use. It is ideal for lifts such as deadlifts when working on hard surfaces. A failed deadlift rep won't damage your floors, and it also won't damage your plates as well.

While this option may cost a little bit more than many of the other designs that we have seen so far, we feel that it is well worth the extra cost for something that will stand the test of time. It comes in a variety of colors that really pop, and will make it easy to tell at a glance how much you have loaded onto the bar.