BalanceFrom PC-1 Series 1000lb Capacity Multi-Function Adjustable Power Cage Power Rack with Optional Lat Pull-down and Cable Crossover, Cable Crossover Only

I'm really impressed with this power cage/squat rack. I had a pull up/dip station and wanted a little more versatility and after doing some research decided to buy the BalanceFrom PC-1. It fits my needs and more. Its plenty rigid enough for my lifting needs and it will allow me to do some exercises using some resistance bands too. I'm not trying to break any lifting records I'm just trying to get a little healthier and do some regular weightlifting. I noticed during my research that there were some complaints about the packaging and some damaged parts. From what I read I noticed that a lot of the issues regarding the bent parts where the uprights that had sort of a 'U' shaped bracket that could be damaged during shipping. Well. it seems they fixed that problem by getting rid of the 'U' brackets and instead using some 'T' brackets that help bolt the uprights to the cross pieces. So now you just get square tubing uprights with no welded 'U' brackets. As far as packaging goes, I was really impressed; my rack came in a cardboard box that was lined all sides including the top and bottom with thin plywood which made everything really sturdy and well protected. The only complaint I have is that they do not include any washers which from what I have read online will really make the whole rack a lot more rigid. I bought my own washers for few dollars sot that wasn't a big deal. You could definitely put the rack together without any washers and still be fine, but I like the idea of adding a little extra rigidity for a few dollars. I can also speak to their customer service. My rack didn't come with any assembly instructions, so I reached out to BalanceFrom's customer service and within 24 hours they sent me a pdf of the assembly instructions. I've had the rack for a few days and I am really happy I made the purchase I feel like I have so many new opportunities to try different exercises that I was not able to before. I intend to purchase the lat pull down accessory in a few months once its back in stock.

The power cage is solidly built with sturdy steel and smooth, secure safety bars that make every lift feel safe and reliable. Setup was straightforward and it performs exactly as expected for squats, benching, and accessory work without any wobble. Overall, it's a dependable piece of equipment that does what it's supposed to do with no surprises.

The product is a great value for the price but the order shipped without the safety rods to support weight drops and rack pulls. The pull up bar is an awkward width where the bend starts at the precise point where an average person would place their hands for a pullup, so that you are forced to place your hands wider or narrower than you would for a standard pullup. The structure is secure but needs counterbalance for anything on the front with a heavy load. The spotter arms are angled improperly so that the weighted bar constantly rolls forward. The dip attachments that came with the rack are sturdy up to 250 pounds but the plastic end caps that cover the welded portion have already started to come off after 2 weeks of use. Same issue for the J-cups. The price is fair for what you receive and this will last a while, but there are clear quality issues that are not expensive for the manufacturer to fix and they clearly choose not to.

I'm frustrated because the two safety bars that are pictured in the main picture of the power cage weren't in the package I received. This power cage is for my kids, therefore, the cage isn't useful without the safety bars. I contacted Walmart via chat, and the only solution was to return for a refund reorder. That is insane. I spent a lot of time putting it together. To return it, I would have to take it apart, package it, take it to Walmart, reorder, and hope all parts are included next time. The simple solution that is customer friendly is to simply send me the safety bars... or give me a credit so I can go buy some aftermarket ones.

I received an entirely different power cage than listed in the photos and description. The attachments purchased (spotter arms) also don't fit this obscure "Power Rack 5050" that I received. Packaging was encased in plastic wrap, and still was spreading loose bolts and nuts all over the driveway if you even attempted to look at it. The instructions were torn into 3 pieces inside the box.

Well dang Walmart, you recommended an item to pair with the product you sold me…and IT DONT FIT!! The guides are for a 2” rack and the rack you sold me is 2.5”. Now I gotta take the time to go and return it. And I gotta shop somewhere else for weight pegs that fit. I was really excited to use these too.

I bought the power cage which is great, no issues there, but i went to buy the plate holders on the same page i bought the power cage and the plate holders don't fit, it is too small and its not even close. i am going to have to find a way to bend the tabs so it can fit on the cage. How are they going to sell a product for another product but it doesn't work?

I bought this back in March. I finally had the time to be able to inbox it and set up my Home gym. I specifically bought the rack from the same section of listing and this does not even fit on the rack at all. The rack is too wide and is the exact rack suggested for this item really disappointed had to sell it on Facebook for five dollars and now I'm gonna have to order something else.

I ordered the Weight Plate Holders listed as an accessory for the PC-1 Series Power Cage and Power Rack (which I own and use) but they don't fit on it. Now I have to go through the trouble of returning them (and try to find another set of pegs that will actually fit on the cage and hold weights?)

I haven't gotten my items yet so I can't rate them, but I've had a lot of problems with my order. First I got the wrong size. I shipped them back and they only credited me with receiving one, but I bought three. Finally, I got a customer service manager named Suva. She helped me a lot, she got me a refund, and now I'm trying to reorder the product again. Hopefully, it will be the correct product this time.