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Barbell Comparison

Compare the leading Olympic barbells for performance, style, and price.

There are several considerations when deciding which Olympic barbell to purchase. You want a durable barbell that will hold up for years to come. Chrome is less expensive, but Cerakote provides long-lasting protection and offers excellent looks with many colors to choose. For the functional fitness and/or cross-training athlete performing Olympic movements, you want a bar that promotes fast and free spin. For this, you will want a bearing bar versus the less expensive option of using bushings. Finally, it's your barbell and will be the centerpiece of your workouts for years to come. Choose a barbell that represents who you are and sparks joy every time you pick it up. 

HERO
Barbell Co.
Rogue Ohio
Cerakote Bar
Rogue Cerakote
Olympic Bar
TITAN Series
Cerakote Bar
REP Fitness
Colorado Bar
Tensile
Strength

215,000 PSI190,000 PSI215,000 PSI190,000 PSI190,000 PSI
Diameter28 MM Olympic
Standard
28.5 MM28 MM Olympic
Standard
28.5 MM28.5 MM
CoatingCerakoteCerakoteCerakoteCerakoteCerakote
WarrantyLifetimeLifetimeLifetime1 YearLifetime
Multiple ColorsYESYESNOYESYES
Bushing / BearingNeedle
Bearings
BushingsNeedle
Bearings
BushingsBushings
KnurlMediumStandardStandardMediumMedium
Price
$299$350$595$359$329

HERO Barbell Co. is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated with any of the companies referenced on this website. The chart is presented solely for informational purposes. The data contained therein is sourced from publicly accessible websites and is accurate as of August 2023. Users are encouraged to verify the information independently.