Shortlist · Dumbbells
Fixed dumbbells with hex heads
Fixed dumbbell profiles whose brand states hexagonal heads, keeping purchased weights and missing size figures visible.
12 of 32 dumbbells in our index qualify · Checked against published specifications · Updated
By IRONINDEX · How we research
How this list is chosen
The brand must identify fixed adjustment and hexagonal heads for the profiled dumbbell.
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
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 10 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- £250 to £500
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 25 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- £500 to £1,000
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 0.5 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 1 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 1.5 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 2.5 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 3 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 5 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 6 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 7 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 8 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
- Fixed weight
- Fixed weight
- Hexagonal heads
- Hexagonal
- Adjustment
- Fixed weight
- Head
- Hexagonal
- Max
- 2 kg
- Length
- Not published
- Handle Ø
- Not published
- Price band
- Under £50
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About this list
Hexagonal heads have flat sides that help keep dumbbells from rolling when you set them down. This list includes fixed pairs and sets whose makers specify hexagonal heads.
Head shape is the only thing this list checks. It isn't a stability test, and it doesn't make a dumbbell suitable for dropping or for use as a push-up support.
Before you buy
- Hex heads have flat sides, so the dumbbells don't roll when set down.
- Fixed dumbbells need no adjustment, but each weight is a separate pair, so storage grows as you add weights.
- Head size and handle diameter affect comfort and how the dumbbells sit on a rack. Not every brand publishes them.
- A coated head protects the floor and reduces noise, but it doesn't make a dumbbell suitable for dropping.
Notes on the list
- York Fitness Neo Hex Dumbbells, 2 × 5 kg
Two 5 kg singles; the barcode matches York's 5 kg Neo Hex single.
- York Fitness Neo Hex Dumbbells, 2 × 6 kg
Two 6 kg singles; the barcode matches York's 6 kg Neo Hex single.
- York Fitness Neo Hex Dumbbells, 2 × 8 kg
Two 8 kg singles; the barcode matches York's 8 kg Neo Hex single.
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.
- York Fitness 12 kg Vinyl Fitbell Set with Stand
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Premium Rubber Dumbbell Set, 1–10 kg
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Premium Rubber Dumbbell Set, 2.5–25 kg
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Premium Rubber Dumbbell Set, 2.5–30 kg
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Pro Rubber Dumbbell Set, 2.5–25 kg
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Pro Rubber Dumbbell Set, 2.5–30 kg
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Pro Rubber Dumbbell Set, 2.5–50 kg
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Pro Urethane Dumbbell Set, 2.5–25 kg
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Rubber Dumbbells, 22.5 kg Pair
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Rubber Dumbbells, 42.5 kg Pair
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Rubber Dumbbells, 45 kg Pair
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Rubber Dumbbells, 47.5 kg Pair
Head shape not published.
- Gym Gear Urethane Dumbbell Set, 2.5–50 kg
Head shape not published.
- York Fitness Vinyl Dipped Dumbbells, 2 × 2 kg
Head shape not published.
- York Fitness Vinyl Dipped Dumbbells, 2 × 3 kg
Head shape not published.
Ruled out
- Body Power 10 kg Pro Round Rubber Dumbbells, Pair
Hexagonal heads: Hexagonal
- York Fitness 20 kg Cast Iron Spinlock Dumbbell Set
Fixed weight: Plate-loaded, spinlock collars; Hexagonal heads: Hexagonal
- BodyMax 34 kg Selectabell Adjustable Dumbbell
Fixed weight: Selector pin
- NÜO Athletics NÜOBELL 232 Adjustable Dumbbell
Fixed weight: Twist handle
- York Fitness Standard 1-inch Spinlock Dumbbell Bar with Collars, 16 inch
Fixed weight: Plate-loaded, spinlock collars; Hexagonal heads: Not applicable
What this list doesn't check
- Head shape does not approve use as a bodyweight support, dropping or any exercise.
- Check the number of pairs, the weights included and how much storage space the offer needs.
Related guides
- Adjustable Dumbbells vs Fixed Dumbbells
Adjustable dumbbells cover several loads in one pair. Fixed pairs provide one load per hand, with storage needs growing as you add more weights.