MX Select vs NÜOBELL Adjustable Dumbbells: Quick Change Kings!

Will the MX Select Adjustable Dumbbell join the ranks of go-to options for the home gym?

0:00 - MX Select vs NÜOBELL Adjustable Dumbbells: Quick Change Kings!
0:33 - Overview
1:19 - The Case for Adjustable Dumbbells
2:16 - Nuobell's Standout Features
3:45 - MX Select Adjustable Dumbbells Compared
4:30 - Using the MX Select Adjustable Dumbbells
6:21 - The three Different Weight Range Options
8:39 - Pros & Cons Compared
11:25 - Coop's Recommendation
12:09 - Final Thoughts

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[cranedaddy]

This video helped me decide to order the MX85 dumbbells simply due to the DIY ability to service the handles and the handle design. I love the Nuobells but I can't pay the money they want for those with that potentially problematic weak handle. Also there is currently almost $300 difference between the two when you figure Nuobell charges taxes and shipping on top of the list price where MX Select didn't charge any taxes and has free shipping. Got my MX85 dumbbells shipped for $599 otd compared to nearly $900 Nuobell wanted to ship their dumbbells to my door. (To be exact to the penny Nuobells shipped $874.67 vs $599.00 shipped for the MX85s)

[temptingfate]

I bought my MX Select 55s two years ago. Fortunately they came with metal handles that were nicely knurled at that time. Two years of use, 4 days per week, and they are still working perfectly...

[Jonathan-uoui]

Mx select made a smart move with sending the handle mechanism. I recently watched a video about a product designer dismantling a broken noubel dumbell. The main criticism was that the noubell was designed to not be serviceable. And thus overtime the handle mechanism would fail because it’s worn out. But you would have to buy a whole new noubell because they aren’t serviceable. And they don’t sell replacement parts.

The fact that this is possible on the mx select is a big selling point.

[kingsleychan]

MX55 owner here, and they're awesome. I didn't opt for the Nuobells because I've seen many reviews of the stand being too light and its difficult to re-rack. That's the last thing you want during a superset. I particularly like how I can drop two plates off the Mx55 without re-racking the whole dumbbell for supersets, very handy. Plus all metal and replaceable parts, those decisions made it easy for me. Thanks for the comparison!

[dk]

Great video! I have an older version of the MX55's. I really like them. My biggest complaint is the yellow dials have numbers rather than the selected weight. I have to look at the number to weight translation chart every time I use them. Looks like they fixed that problem with the version that you demoed! I think the stand is worth the money.

[DANA-lxcv]

I'm a fan of the Nuobells. I've had them for maybe 6 months and they have performed flawlessly. They also look and feel like regular dumbbells. The only change I would make is to go to 100 pounds, but you can always add platemates or be creative with bands if you need more weight. I use barbells for the compounds, so the 80 is fine for me for most things i'm using them for. The stand is also a nice addition. Small footprint and also a high quality item. I previously had the Bowflex 90's, which were good for their time, but these are a level above.

[SoulDuJour]

I've actually used uneven adjustable dumbbells (old school spin lock style) and they are a CRAZY forearm workout. It is an advantage depending how unconventional you're willing to get to hit certain muscles

[ROANE]

I originally wanted the Nuobell, but after watching this decided on the MX85 with metal handle due to the metal internals. I've had for 1 month now and absolutely love them! They looked very big at first but got used to them quickly. I got the mx select bench too but I don't love it as much as the dumbbells themselves lol

[dadav]

I love the MX85. They have been solid since day one of use. The rubber grip I like. Can't say if I'd care for knurling only because I've gotten so used to them. If they were to have an upgrade kit the way the Bowflex barbell has to go to 120 that would be an amazing feat. I also personally like using the staggered weight for imbalance for things like twisting curls and allowing more weigh on the bottom end to create more force for twist.

[Badabinger]

Own the MX55, and my set from two years ago have knurling as well 😎 Love them!

[walkyman]

I've had the Nuobells for 1 year and 3 months. They look and feel like real dumbbells and the quick change is the best feature. The negative is the plastic mechanism that Coup pointed out. For this reason I had to replace one of the handles because it was shaking excessively. But thanks to the 2 year warranty customer service was happy to replace it for a $9.99 shipping fee. I only had to send a short video for proof of defect. I hope and wish someone, somewhere can make a metal weight selector.

[Aaron_Ada]

I got the nuobells because of you, and love them. I needed a solution to not having a lot of space but wanted a wide selection of weights. My daughter has also started working out and being able to start on the lower end with 5lb increments is huge for newbies.

[randyweaver]

My wife is amazing and got me nuobells for Christmas. I’ve been using some cheap loadable dumbbells for a long time and the convenience factor alone makes them worth it.

[JustinRudd]

I started with Powerblocks, and the cage just bugged me. Pullovers, goblet squats, etc. were doable, just felt awkward. I moved onto Pepin HD. I love the handles. They hold a lot of weight, but spin locks 😂 The nice thing about them is that changing the weight was my rest interval. Finally I just bought a set of Rogue hex dumbbells (5 to 50) and individual pairs of 55, 60, 65, and 70 (the most common that I use). Anything over 70 I just use the Pepin.

[WhoDeyFan]

I've had the Nuobells for a few months and they are perfect. I'm extra cautious with them and never drop them or even set them down hard. One thing I have noticed that is never mentioned is how they feel unbalanced if they are twisted in your hand. They're not unbalanced from front to back at all, I mean the weight feels off balance like the side edges of the weight plates are heavier than the top and bottom edges. Man that was way harder to explain than I expected.

[chethammer]

Nuobells are very delicate. My buddy bought a pair 6 months ago and one slipped out of his grip 4 inches off the ground and broke. Nuobell charged $200 for a new handle. That is steep. Half the price of a new dumbbell for the handle. I wanted a set and he told me to stick with my Select techs.

[addewise]

Have used mx85 for over 2 year now, and it works exelent.

[OneBrightLightTN]

I purchased the MX85 after seeing that the Nuobell have plastic internal parts that break and can’t be replaced. The MX have metal internal parts and can be replaced/repair if ever broken

[Ecocleanpw]

Love my Nuobells! Closest feel to lifting at the gym with indivisible dumbbells. Going on 2 yrs of daily use and no issues.

[psykalag]

I bought the nuobells around when they came out and I use them 2-3 times a week. Haven't had any issues but I do have the same concerns coop always highlights. I wish they made a premium version with metal even if it was 1-200 more expensive