There is just something about bodyweight exercises that make them…cool.
I may be alone in my thinking (probably not, but you get the point), but as impressive as 1000-pound squats and 350-pound snatches are, watching calisthenics bros knock out some crazy acrobatics down at the crappy, outdoor gym, is just…awesome.
Some playground equipment muscle-ups, ridiculous skinning of the cat on the rings, and yuge sets of dips…
…yeah, dips!
There isn’t much that can be said about dips that you (probably) don’t already know about, so I’m not going to go to the mat in convincing you to do them. You’re reading this article so you can find the best dip bars for home and so that you can become one of those jacked dudes doing crazy stuff down at the playground (preferably when children aren’t around). So…let’s get to it!
🏆 Best Overall
90
Best Parallel Dip Bars
78
Best Wall-mount
85
Best Rig-attached
88
Best Tower
85
Table of Contents
The Best Dip Bars for Home
- Synergee Dip Bars – Best overall dip bars for home
- Rogue Rig Mount Dip Bars – Best parallel dip bars
- Fringe Sport Wall-mount Dip Station – Best wall-mounted dip bars
- Titan Fitness X-3 Series Y-Dip Bar – Best rig-attached dip bars
- Relife Rebuild Your Life Power Tower – Best power tower
Other Contenders
Synergee Dip Bars
⭐️ Verdict: Best Overall Dip Bars for Home
Synergee Dip Bars provide a simple, yet effective option for those who are looking for multi-functional and affordable bodyweight exercise equipment.
Combining the best aspects of portability with the ability to adjust the heights of and distances between, the dip bars offer a number of movement optionality and can easily be transported to other parts of the garage or outside.
Pros
Absorbing foam grip pads to prevent slippage and wavering
Multiple height and unlimited options
Inexpensive
Con
Some have cited rusting
Synergee presents an intriguing option for those seeking dip bars for home use. Like most portable dip stations, the two light (~28 total pounds) pieces of hardware can be adjusted to allow users to perform a multitude of calisthenics and gymnastics exercises. Standard dips and L-sits too easy for you? How about you give inverted pull-ups a try!
Like many of the portable options on this list, the Synergee Dip Bar can be adjusted and locked into multiple heights between 30 and 39 inches. However, this additional flexibility does not result in reduced stability. Synergee claims that these bad boys can support up to 400 pounds.
(I would actually love to see a 395-pound gymnast perform some extended L-sits!)
The extended, 2-foot long bases on the bottom of each bar add extra stability and these, combined with soft, absorbant, foam grip pads ensure that slipping and wavering are kept to a minimum.
Some users have complained about the overall quality of the Synergee dip bars, citing that they easily rust and that some of the hardware is difficult to maneuver (specifically when adjusting the bar heights). However, the low price-tag, versatility, and general positive reactions still make this hardware one of the best on the market.
Rogue Rig Mount Dip Bars
⭐️ Verdict: Best Dual Rack-mounted Dip Bars
Rogue’s Rig Mount Dip Bars are some of the few dip bars on the market that attach directly to a pull-up rig, maximizing stability.
Combining stability and load capacity, as well as a “parallel bars” style of dipping, Rogue’s offering is unique, albeit not the most inexpensive option for home dip bars.
Pros
Most stable parallel bars-style dip station on the list
Incredible load capacity
Most unique adjustment options
Cons
By far the most expensive option on the list
You just knew we couldn’t get through this list without having an entry from Rogue, didn’t you?
Of course, the Rogue Rig Mount Parallel Bars are the most…unique inclusion. While most portable dip stations take the form of parallel bars and most dip bar rack attachments commonly take the form of the standard Y-Bar, for those who want serious stability in their parallel bar training, Rogue has you covered!
Easily adjustable to accommodate different width and height preferences, there is no longer an excuse to allow the CrossFit Games parallel bar workouts to sneak up on you anymore (assuming you’re making it to the Games in the near future. If not…you can still have a lot of fun with these!)
Tipping the scales at 85 pounds, Rogue’s entry on this list is a bit heftier than some of the other entries. However, this fact, combined with the textured black powder coating ensures a degree of longevity that is synonymous with the Rogue brand name.
Easy enough to quickly attach (or unattach) to your garage or basement pull-up rig, it’s easy to get parallel bar-dipping in no time. While the price tag is, in typical Rogue fashion, a bit higher than those associated with other fitness brands, it can certainly “pay” to purchase a product with no known quality issues or complaints. Nobody ever regrets purchasing a Rogue product, no matter how niche and/or “unique” it might be!
Fringe Sport Wall-mount Dip Station
⭐️ Verdict: Best Wall-mounted Dip Bars
Fringe Sport’s wall-mounted offering enhances stability by firmly adhering directly into the wall of a garage or basement via heavy-duty screws.
The dip bars’ 600-pound capacity and multiple grip options make it functional for athletes of different sizes and ability levels.
Pros
Screwed into the wall for max stability
Easy to remove and re-attach in a different area
Tapered Y-shape to allow for different hand placements
Cons
May not be the best if you don’t want to screw something into your wall
Don’t be fooled by the lack of ratings the Fringe Sport Wall-mount Dip Station possesses on Amazon. Fringe Sports is a dude of a fitness brand and its reputation and history of producing quality fitness equipment is unquestionable. Its inclusion as the only standalone/mounted option on this list should tell you something!
Unlike the other entries on this list, the Fringe Sports Wall-mount Dip Station is easily drilled into a wall, column, or other solid structure in your basement or home gym. As you can imagine, the added stability of being firmly attached to a solid structure greatly enhances the stability of the hardware. Fringe Sport claims that up to 600 pounds can easily be supported by their hardware!
Taking the shape of a classic, semi-portable Y-bar dip station, Fringe Sports’ entry’s open trapezoid-esque entry allows for hand placements as narrow as 13 inches to as wide as just over 2 feet. Also, with a handy drop-down lever, as little space as the station takes up, it can easily be adjusted to “blend in” with the wall or column when not in use.
Such a unique product that truly has to be experienced to be fully appreciated, at this point, it is impossible to find any genuine criticism of this product. We’re doubtful that any will come about at any time in the foreseeable future!
Titan Fitness X-3 Series Y-dip Bar
⭐️ Verdict: Best Y-dip Bar
The X-3 Series from Titan Fitness is the company’s take on the classic Y-dip bar. With the slight movement of a pin, the bars are easily removed and can be transported.
Powdered-coated steel is both rust resistant and easier on the hands, while the handle spread allows for a multitude of different grip angles and muscle targeting.
Pros
Constructed of powder-coated steel
6-inch handle spread to work at a multitude of angles
550-pound capacity
Cons
Some have cited a slight tilt in the bars
Titan Fitness presents the first semi-fixed, “Y-dip” station products to our list. As a fitness brand renowned for its rigs and barbells, it should come as no surprise that they have developed a high-quality product.
Clipping easily into any of the numerous height settings on X-3 Series Power Racks, the Titan Fitness dip bar’s handles range in width from 18 to 24 inches, allowing for a variety of arm positionings and for a plethora of upper-body muscles to be worked.
Boasting a 550-pound capacity, it would be difficult to find a user who would experience stability problems when using one of these (especially when considering that it is attached to a hundreds-pound rig!) Even all of you 250-pound beasts loading up 5 plates on your dip belts are no match for Titan Fitness’ entry into the best dip bars for home!
The powder-coated black steel is resistant to the elements meaning that the hardware will be able to withstand even the sweatiest palms and would even hold up pretty well as a permanent fixture as part of an outdoor home gym.
A few users have cited that their bars, when delivered, were not level. In each case, there was a slight tilt from one side to the other. However, these experiences represent a small minority of the multitude of positive reviews and, as with any piece of equipment, it is suggested that users inspect all new pieces of equipment as soon as it is delivered.
Relife Rebuild Your Life Power Tower
⭐️ Verdict: Best Power Tower
Relife Rebuild Your Life (yes, that is the full name) power tower provides multiple additional layers of functionality to bodyweight training.
With the ability to perform pull-ups and leg raises, as well as elevated push-ups and other exercises with the bottom handles, this power tower offers unmatched versatility and workout variety.
Pros
Can be used for a multitude of non-dip exercises
Safety connector for additional stability
Extremely high social proof
Cons
Only a reported 330-pound capacity
Relife Rebuild Your Life…what a name!
The inclusion of handles at the base of the hardware so that elevated push-ups can be performed is a nice touch…but the added functionality extends way beyond this.
Because of its ability to support up to 330 pounds, the Relife Power Tower can be spaced a little further from the wall so that kipping movements can performed on the pull-up bar as well as more “dynamic” exercises with the dip bar portion. For the less “adventurous” athlete, the back padding and heavily cushioned rear portions of the dip bars ensure for comfortable calisthenics session.
With more hardware comes a higher price tag, although Relife’s (going with the shortened name here) offering comes with quite a few bells and whistles. Besides the fixed (25.60-inch wide), parallel bar-style dip station, the Power Tower Pull up Bar Station Workout Dip Station (again, that is the full name) includes a fixed pull-up bar and small back mat/padding.
Although the included safety locknut is a nice feature and can provide additional stability, when it is in place, certain movements (ex. Kipping pull-ups, toes-to-bars, etc.) are limited, if not impossible to perform. As such, when performing these movements you might want to stack some plates on the base in order to better “ground” the Tower.
PRx Performance Y-Bar Dip Station
⭐️ Verdict: Contender!
PRx Performance’s entry isn’t the most inexpensive offering on this list, but does combine convenience (easily foldable when not in use) and a high weight capacity.
The powder-coated steel provides extra durability while also being much easier on the hands and it variants are available to fit 2×3 and 3×3-inch upright arrangements.
Pros
Foldable to greatly reduce space requirements when not in use
Compatible with a number of racks/rigs
Multiple variants to fit the vast majority of upright sizes
Cons
Some have cited the bars are slightly tilted
Never heard of PRx Performance before? I guess you haven’t been watching any Shark Tank! Any company that Kevin O’Leary agrees to give a boatload of money to must have something going for it…and PRx Performance is no exception!
One of the biggest advantages of their Y-Bar Dip Station is the fact that it is “compatible” with a number of different power racks and rigs. Happen to have one of the (beautiful) Rogue Fitness racks, but aren’t looking to drop as much money on a Y-Bar? PRx Performance has you covered!
The 17.5-22-inch handle range allows for slightly more grip width than some other Y-Bar competitors and the inclusion of the anti-rattle pin ensures a greater degree of stability and security when repping out big sets.
At 22 pounds of powder-coated steel, it shouldn’t be too difficult to move the dip-station from one height setting to the next (or to take it with you if you want to hook it up to rigs and racks on the road!) and you can count on the bar being able to withstand years of use (and slight abuse).
As alluded to before, PRx Performance isn’t quite the name brand that some of the other dip station manufacturers on this list are. Also, their product comes at a slightly higher price point than similar Y-Bars, although some variants are less expensive than others.
Titan Fitness T-2 Series Dip Bars
⭐️ Verdict: Contender!
Titan Fitness’ T-2 Series offers a very unique functionality feature in the form of different height settings for each dip bar/handle. This feature is probably not important for most athletes, but could be very attractive for those seeking an additional level of challenge.
Sporting an unmatched 880-pound capacity, the dip bars fit as easily as traditional J-hooks on most (but not all!) racks and rigs.
Pros
Each bar can be set at a different height for added challenge and creative training
Unique, J-hook-style bars
880-pound capacity
Cons
Not compatible with all racks
Titan Fitness…one of the most respected new(ish) gym equipment brands. You just knew that they would have a product that would grace this list!
…and what a unique one it is! Their T-2 series, J-hook style is a very unique take on the semi-portable dip station hardware. Instead of going with the more standard Y-dip model (although Titan Fitness does offer such a model) with a single attachment that, the T-2, J-hook style includes two separate attachments, each fitting snuggly into the either side of the power rack or rig.
With two separate attachments comes additional durability. Combined, the dip station’s J-hooks can support up to 880 pounds! I’m not sure what gorilla is planning to do some high-volume upper body training at your home gym, but if you can get a picture of it, please send it my way!
For the more eccentric types (or those who might be training for some type of Ninja Warrior-type of event) each J-hook can be set at a different height to provide a new variety of challenge and variety to workouts. Additionally, the wider, straighter design creates more of a parallel bars-type of dip feeling which is uncommon in the category of semi-portable dip stations.
Some have complained that the attachments are not compatible with their specific rack while others have stated that the handles themselves are quite small. As someone with cartoonishly-small hands, this second statement is actually music to my ears!
What to Look For in Dip Bars
As you’ve probably noticed from our discussion so far, there is a variety of different dip bars for home. It’s not like when you’re purchasing a barbell or plates where there are a few variations, but, for the most part, everything looks the same.
Let’s look at a few of the key characteristics to consider when selecting the perfect dip bars for you.
Functionality
Y-dip bars are different than parallel dip bars which are different than power towers (that have dip bars) and…yeah…
Needless to say, there are a lot of different dip bars that do a lot of different things. Thankfully, the dip movement, particularly when it is performed in a stable, non-ring variation, is more or less the same no matter your apparatus.
As it is, you’ll want to look for dip bars that:
- Allow you to perform your preferred style of dips (ex. parallel bar dips, wide-grip dips, uneven grip dips)
- Possibly allow you to perform different, non-dip movements (ex. pull-ups, leg raises)
Dip bars with greater functionality aren’t necessarily “better” if all you want to do is…”da dip”…
I can live with that…but if you don’t have a rack/rig where you can perform pull-ups, elevated push-ups (or if you’re just not the biggest Freak Nasty fan) look at some of the options that allow for extra exercise versatility or variety.
Portability
Any dip bars for home use you come across will inevitably fit into one of three categories: fixed, semi-fixed, and portable.
Fixed – These are dip stations that could technically be moved around, but are, for the most part, fixed and immobile. The vast majority of free-standing dip bars for home use are those like the power tower variety that generally include a dip station, pull-up bar and one other piece of functional hardware. Standard-sized gymnastics parallel bars also fit into this category.
Semi-fixed – These can also be classified as “dip attachments”. They are usually a single piece of hardware they can be removed and attached to compatible pull-up rigs and other larger “jungle gyms”. These are almost always the standard “Y-bar” style of dip bar.
Portable – These dip stations are usually comprised of two, equally-sized pieces of hardware that, when placed in close proximity to each other, allow for dips and related exercises to be practiced. These come in various sizes and heights and can be taken almost anywhere. They are also almost always the least expensive dip bars for home use. Unfortunately, these are the least stable of all the options.
Price
As you might imagine, a few pieces of hard plastic aren’t usually (ever?) the same price as a huge, powder-coated, steel tower.
Long story short, there is a bit of variance in the dip bars for home price range.
Despite this, you’ll be hard-pressed to find (acceptable) bars under $50 and as long as the manufacturer isn’t called something like…Rogue, don’t expect to spend over $250.
Customer Reviews
We are pretty happy with our list. We feel good about the inclusions on our list being both the best dip bars for home as well as about the variety of dip bar types…
Shopping tips for Dip Bars for Home
We’ve gone over the top criteria we use to assess dip bars, but what about some of the other unique qualities that might be of interest when picking out some dip bars. Let’s take a look at some other key considerations when making your choice.
How Much Space do they Take Up?
Dip stations for home use vary in home much space they can take up in your garage or basement.
The semi-fixed, Y-bar style attachments take up the least amount of space, only slightly protruding from the rack they are linked to when “in use”. When they are not in use, they can easily be left to lean gently against an appropriately designated wall.
Portable dip stations don’t take up much more space than Y-bar attachments, although with at least two pieces of hardware associated with each, they are slightly more space consuming. While they are being used, they can take up as much space as the user desires, depending on the types of exercises being performed, although total space requirements are generally low.
Fixed dip bars for home take up by far the most space. These are almost always larger pieces of hardware that require a dedicated portion of a garage or basement gym to “live” in. Thankfully, these pieces of equipment are taller than they are wider and they don’t extend out very far (usually only as far as the dip station extends). They can easily fit into a small corner without interfering with other activities.
Stability
It is somewhat counterintuitive to think that the semi-fixed dip bars for home would end up being the most stable option, however, this is almost always the case. Because these pieces of heavy hardware attach directly into a large, heavy rig (which is usually bolted securely into the ground) there isn’t much movement or rocking when using one of these. They are as stable as they come!
Fixed dip stations are very stable with the larger, heavier entries providing the most stability for this category. However, these aren’t usually bolted into the ground and at less than a couple of hundred pounds in total weight, these can be susceptible to some minor swaying, especially when larger users start knocking out huge sets of dips on them.
Portable dip stations are by far the least stable since because each component is an independent, light-weight piece of equipment. Also, users can make mistakes in how they arrange these for exercises. If these aren’t properly set up (you don’t need to be a math or engineering “wiz”, but minor calculations should be done to estimate the physics of different exercises) users can easily find themselves flailing off and onto the ground!
Fixed Height and Width?
As you might expect, each of the main categories of dip bars for home vary in regard to how “fixed” their respective heights and widths can be set.
Portable dip stations have the most flexibility in this regard. Widths can literally be set as wide as you are able to go (while still properly performing the desired exercise). In some cases, the heights on these can even be modified, allowing for both deep and shallow dips to be performed.
Semi-fixed dip stations usually provide the opposite degree of flexibility with the width of the dip bars always being fixed (although their open trapezoid shape allows for some degree of flexibility with how wide users can align themselves). Because they can be attached to almost any one of the heights on a rig, their heights can also be somewhat manipulated.
Fixed dip stations allow almost zero flexibility or adjustment in regard to height and width. The size of the hardware and the placement of the dip station within the hardware is constant.
How we Chose the “Best” Products
We love testing out all types of fitness products and try to get our hands on as many as possible. We have combined our personal experiences with what others have shared on different forums and product pages to come up with our definitive list.
We aren’t able to personally test every set of dip bars for home use, but we trust our assessment metrics and what countless others have had to say about their experiences. Click here to find out a lot more about how we test and review products.
Frequently Asked Questions
…and now, a few final questions before we finish things off…
Do I need a power tower or other multifunctional set of dip bars to get the best workouts?
Not really. This equipment gives you better optionality, but you can get a really good workout with a few different dip angles (as with a Y-grip dip bar) or moving yourself forward and back across parallel bars.
How hard is it to affix dip bars to power racks?
For the dip bars that fit in power rack uprights, they attach really easily. It's essentially like switching out the J-cups when you're setting up to squat.
…the Best Dip Bars for Home
On this site, we’re big into barbell training, (amongst other things) and are confident that you really need a good amount of resistance in your training to make yuge gains.
..but then, you watch a video from the Kavadlo brothers and realize that sometimes, all you need are some fixed bars to get ripped and jacked!
I’m not promising those types of gains once you get your dip bars from home set up, but with a bit of work, you’ll be well on your way.
Still doubting me? Check out our article on all of the muscles dips work…then revisit this article and “choose your weapon”!
🏆 Best Overall
90
Best Parallel Dip Bars
78
Best Wall-mount
85
Best Rig-attached
88
Best Power Tower
85
