The Best Half Racks For Home Gym Builds – Our Top Picks

1. CAP Half Rack

Summary:

This half rack by CAP is a solid, affordable choice for a home gym on a budget. In terms of functionality and base usage, this power rack allows a maximum load of 600 lbs. It has a rather limiting bar catch with a rating of 300 lbs total- something to be mindful of if you're planning on moving past this weight range.

This unit does come with some nice features though, like many other options on this list, a pull-up bar is included but unlike other options, this one comes with 3 band posts of each side (6 total). You also have access to two storage pegs for plates and two vertical barbell posts for storage. The overall build is compact with the spotter arms being approximately 15.5 inches long.

2. Fitness Reality

Summary:

This option by Fitness Reality is a moderately priced option. For base functionality, this power rack has an 800-pound weight capacity, the hole spacing on the uprights increments in 1-inch intervals with a total of 19 height adjustments to mount the spotter arm and J hooks onto.

For features, this rack has the standard pull up bar. Unlike other choices, this one does include a land mine attachment that is to be mounted on either side of the lower frame. One notable thing for the Fitness Reality is that the spotter arms are longer compared to the others (19.5 inches).

3. Rogue HR-2

Summary:

The Rogue HR-2 is a high-end heavy-duty choice. Its design resembles more of a full cage system with its 4 11 gauge 3x3 vertical steel post unlike many other options on this list. Essentially, it looks like a power rack with a short depth of (17" deep workout area) when working out with the safeties. This design allows the user to lift either with the safeties within the enclosed workout area or do the lift outside of the unit. For features, the base model includes the pull-up bar. For upgrades, the user can choose to get the storage peg attachments.

Note: The pin pipe safeties as shown in the image are available as an add-on and do not come with the base purchase.

4. Rugged Half Rack

Summary:

A solid half rack with the selling point being the construction and weight capacity rating. The Y120 is rated for 1000 lbs of weight which rivals the options from Rogue and they're able to do so at a more attractive price point. The base model does come with the spotter arms and j-cups.

This choice doesn't come with any fancy features but does include the option to upgrade addons including heavy-duty spotter arms, bar post, lat pulldown attachment, and more.

5. Marcy MWM 7041

Summary:

Marcy is another brand that focuses heavily on designing highly versatile products. Their half cage squat system, MWM 7041, is their take on a versatile home gym all in one station. While the footprint is larger than most other items on our list, half the unit is dedicated to a half rack build. The bar catches on the frame is rated for a 300 lb weight capacity with a total of 16 positions for the bar catches. The trade-off for the limiting weight capacity is the included pulley system positioned at the rear of the unit (rated for 220 lbs), dip station, and angled pull up bar.

The unit does have a weighted plate storage system positioned near the rear of the unit and comes with Marcy's 2-year warranty.

6. Rogue SML-1 Squat Stand

Summary:

This option is a squat stand but with the add on safety spotter arms, it essentially is a compact half-rack. This unit has a lower height clearance (stands at 72" tall) for those with a low ceiling or not quite interested in a pull-up bar included with the squat rack. The add-on spotter arms are 24 inches long. Includes the Westside Hole Spacing.

7. Powerline PPR500

Summary:

Another affordable option from a very reputable brand. For base usage, this rack has a weight capacity of 700 lbs. The hole spacing on the uprights is 2" apart. The base model is again, super affordable and we believe it rivals the CAP Half Rack. 

Users can also customize their purchase by adding attachments like band post pegs, storage pegs, lat cable pulley system, and more. The PPR500 also includes a 10-year warranty on the frame and 1 year for all other parts.

8. Titan X3 Half Rack

Summary:

If you like the design and build of the Rogue Half Rack this option is an alternative to that at a more affordable price. The X3 is rated for over 1000 lbs, has the Westside hole spacing, and has customizable options including the pin pipe safety bar and plate pegs for storage.

9. Weider PR7500

Summary:

The more affordable alternative to the Rogue Half Rack was the Titan X3. Well, this pick is great for the money and is a cheaper alternative to the Titan X3. It's a pretty bare-bones option that simply does its job well. It has a pretty decent weight capacity for its price being rated for maximum resistance of 610 lbs. It includes 18 hole positions for the safety bar and bar catches.

10. Hulk Fit

Summary:

The Hulk Fit is a pretty barebone, minimalistic pick for a half rack with an affordable price tag. For the price, you don't really have access to any fancy features but the trade-off is you do get a power rack with a pretty decent weight capacity rating (800 lbs).