10 Reviews: Best Barbell for Crossfit (Apr 2024)

The smaller price tag of the Economy Olympic Bar should be a welcome sight, but the lower price does not mean lower quality. It is still the standard weight (45 pounds), length (84 in), and can hold up to 700 pounds. The knurling marks are placed on either end of the bar as well as in the center. Not only that, it’s also coated with rust-resistant Chrome so it’ll last years.

This is the only Olympic Bar that you will ever need! At a 700lbs load rating, it has plenty of strength and plenty of headroom for all of my lifts. 90% of people will not even max out this bar to half its rating. Great product all around, I still don't understand how they managing to give out such an amazing product for this price point.

by Emir

Crush your Crossfit style workout with this first and the only collapsible, portable barbell. Yup, you can disassemble the Axle Barbell by simply unlocking the collars and taking them anywhere. It features a sleek design that makes it perfect for a wide variety of workouts and routines, especially if you have a small space. This product surely takes your exercise regimen to a whole new level.

This bar is great. Lightweight and portable but strong enough that it can be used for 90%+ crossfit WODs.

by Mark C.

Another inexpensive pick comes from Get RXd Stealth Bar. At under $300, this bar delivers a hard chrome finish, 216k PSI tensile strength, and 8 over-sized needle bearings for an impeccable spin. Whether you’re deadlifting, snatching or front squatting, gripping the bar along these textured stretches will make it easier to hold onto. This product will serve those who do high-volume workouts as well.

The bar looks and feels great. Spins fast and collars are tight. I'm excited for years of lifting with this bar.

by Adam C.

Nobody does fitness equipment better than Rogue–and that includes barbells. This multi-purpose women’s barbell is available in a range of custom-color options to make working out more fun. The Bella Bar 2.0 promises a hybrid knurling pattern for a firm but a non-abrasive grip, and quality bronze bushings for a perfect balance of rigidity and natural whip. The grip is soft to the hands without slipping.

I’m a female and I had a standard male oly bar Bc it was all I could get at the time . Got this bar and what a difference. Love !!! And soo cute !!!! Put yourself in the wait list and jump on it when it’s restocked !

by Roadrun81

If you are looking for something with Rogue rates but costs much less, the Rep Gladiator bar is a great alternative. Bending this bar will not be an issue since it comes with 230k tensile strength and a 1500 lb weight capacity. The bar is embedded with 3 needle bearings and 2 bushings per sleeve so no wonder how quickly it turns over. Cross Training and HIIT workouts have never been this good.

Awesome CrossFit Barbell. Bought 160lb weight package, and the bumpers are sturdy and work for all of my workouts.

by Eric W.

This one is pretty much the same as our previous pick. The basic difference is only in the weight of the bar. If previously using the standard for women (33lb), this one is using the men’s standard (44lb). This bearing bar is designed for Cross-training or HIIT-style workouts with single knurl weightlifting markings. Plus, it is rust-resistant and requires low maintenance.

Very good quality. Has a good rotation and stands up well to a heavy CrossFit workout. My husband is very happy with this birthday gift!

by Kasie H.

Bomba Barbell is one of the top-notch equipment you can rely on for Crossfit. The 28mm shaft ticks the box for a general-purpose bar and it comes with no center knurling, making it ideal for doing high-rep clean workouts without tearing up your neck. What’s more, the bronze bushings are great since it rubs against steel with low friction for a good smooth spin.

My son has joined our crossfit workouts... This is my 2nd bar for my home gym. They are awesome. Shopping experience was EZ and hassle-free, as usual. I buy their self branded bumper plates as well. Perfect balance of performance and price for my gym!

by David L.

The chrome finish in this bar not only makes it look good but it is durable as well. American Barbell promises a consistent 190,000 PSI tensile strength, excellent whip, and long-term performance. Not only that, the knurl pattern is crisp with just the right amount of tack to make your Crossfit exercise comfortable and optimal. To make it even better, it offers a lifetime warranty with free shipping.

Been lifting since I was 12, am now 26. This is the best feeling bar I have held and I'm glad it is a part of my home gym!

by Kenny R.

The Ohio Bar features a 200,000 PSI tensile strength shaft and chrome sleeves. This stainless steel bar is most praised for its knurling that’s deep without being too aggressive. Plus, this pick puts knurling in the right places to enhance your grip, and its extensive strength makes it extra durable for the heaviest lifts. Plus, it promises a reliable spin, and their snap ring design maintains optimal stability throughout any type of workout.

With Rogue you have so many options with barbells, I was going back and forth with all the options until I settled with the Ohio bar...it’s awesome. It looks great and performs as advertised. Great product!

by AETW

This dual-ring barbell is a great performer and one of the best bang for your buck. The California Bar is built specifically for functional fitness athletes. The part of the bar that gets beat up more than any other is the sleeves which are coated with Cerakote finish to against corrosion and abrasion effectively. It means the bar is durable enough to withstand daily use and surely last for years.

This is my everyday Barbell. I love the knurling because it provides a good grip without turning my hands red by the end of the session. The sleeves spin smoothly. My favorite feature of this Barbell is that it doesn’t rattle when you drop it. This makes it the quietest barbell I’ve ever used. Great for keeping the noise level down.

by Dariel C.