Shortlist · Benches
Adjustable benches with a brand-stated decline position
Benches whose brands explicitly describe a decline position, separating a stated position from a published angle and an FID product name.
8 of 20 benches in our index qualify · Checked against published specifications · Updated
By IRONINDEX · How we research
How this list is chosen
Every bench in our index whose brand explicitly specifies a decline position or a negative backrest angle for the exact model.
The list is not ranked: products with photographs come first, then each group is in name order. We haven't tested these products; every figure comes from a checked product page, linked from each product profile. How we build shortlists.
The shortlist
- The brand specifies decline
- Stated
- Angles
- Not published
- Back pos.
- 5
- Load limit
- 200 kg
- Limit covers
- User plus weights
- Price band
- £100 to £250
- The brand specifies decline
- Stated
- Angles
- Not published
- Back pos.
- 6
- Load limit
- 250 kg
- Limit covers
- Not published
- Price band
- £250 to £500
- The brand specifies decline
- Stated
- Angles
- Not published
- Back pos.
- 10
- Load limit
- Not published
- Limit covers
- Not published
- Price band
- £250 to £500
- The brand specifies decline
- Stated
- Angles
- Not published
- Back pos.
- 5
- Load limit
- 453.6 kg
- Limit covers
- Not published
- Price band
- £250 to £500
- The brand specifies decline
- Stated
- Angles
- Not published
- Back pos.
- Not published
- Load limit
- Not published
- Limit covers
- Not published
- Price band
- £100 to £250
- The brand specifies decline
- Stated
- Angles
- Not published
- Back pos.
- 5
- Load limit
- 200 kg
- Limit covers
- User plus weights
- Price band
- £100 to £250
- The brand specifies decline
- Stated
- Angles
- Not published
- Back pos.
- 8
- Load limit
- 200 kg
- Limit covers
- User plus weights
- Price band
- £100 to £250
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About this list
A decline position lets you lie head-down for decline pressing. This list includes every bench in our index whose brand states a decline position or a negative backrest angle for the exact model; an FID name alone isn't enough.
Some brands give the decline angle and some confirm a decline position without one: York, for example, gives its C19UB a 30° decline. A stated position doesn't tell you the angle, the leg hold-down or the load allowed in decline.
Before you buy
- A decline position lets you lie head-down for decline pressing and some core exercises.
- Decline benches need a leg hold-down or roller to keep you in place. Its height and comfort are worth checking.
- The decline angle varies between benches. Where it isn't stated, the bench declines but you don't know how far.
- A decline bench is usually longer in that position, so it needs more floor space than when flat.
Notes on the list
- Gym Gear Pro Series Multi Adjustable Bench
Ten settings from -10° to 80°; the intermediate angles and a load limit are not published.
Couldn't confirm
These may qualify, but a figure the rule needs isn't published or sources disagree. Ask the seller before relying on them.
- Horizon Adonis Bench
Decline position not published.
- BodyMax CF325 FID Utility Weight Bench
Decline position not published.
- Inspire FID Adjustable Bench (Fitness Options listing)
Decline position not published.
Ruled out
- York Fitness B500 Folding Barbell Bench
The brand specifies decline: Stated
- York Fitness B501 Folding Barbell Bench
The brand specifies decline: Stated
- BodyMax CF412 Folding Flat Weight Bench
The brand specifies decline: Stated
- Gym Gear Classic Series Flat Bench
The brand specifies decline: Stated
- Gym Gear Elite Series Multi Abdominal Bench (Black)
The brand specifies decline: Stated
- Gym Gear Pro Series Flat-Incline Adjustable Bench
The brand specifies decline: Stated
- Gym Gear Pro Series Olympic Decline Bench
The brand specifies decline: Stated
- Gym Gear Sterling Series Flat Bench
The brand specifies decline: Stated
- Gym Gear Sterling Series Multi Abdominal Bench
The brand specifies decline: Stated
What this list doesn't check
- Decline is not a load or stability test. Check what each brand's limit covers and follow its instructions.
- The angle, leg hold-down and permitted load in decline are separate checks. A stated decline position does not confirm any of them.
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- How to Choose a Home Gym Bench
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