AboveGenius AG-SWS12 Dumbbells Review
Our verdict
The AboveGenius AG-SWS12 is a 6-piece, 2-pound iron dumbbell set priced at $38.99, and it carries the highest rating of any option here, 4.8 stars across 938 reviews, making it the top pick for light toning work rather than heavy strength training.
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Buyers who want light 2-pound dumbbells for toning, aerobics, physical therapy, or a home setup where multiple family members each want their own pair, since the set includes 6 pieces in three colors.
Skip if
Skip it if you're training for strength gains and need real resistance, since 2 pounds per piece is far lighter than every other dumbbell in this comparison, including JFIT's 3-pound pair.
- Material Iron
- Weight 2 Pounds
- Color Blue Pink Black
- Pieces 6
- Priced 34% below the category median ($59.44 across 88 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 938 owner ratings
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Popularity2.8/5
938 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home gym and fitness equipment we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Not every home gym purchase is about maximizing weight. For light toning circuits, physical therapy, or aerobic routines, the AboveGenius AG-SWS12 offers a 6-piece iron dumbbell set at 2 pounds each for $38.99, and it carries the highest rating of any product in this comparison.
The set stands apart on two fronts: piece count and rating. With 6 pieces in three colors, blue, pink, and black, this looks built for shared use or color-coded workout stations rather than a single lifter's progression. At 2 pounds each, though, it's the lightest option here by a wide margin, well under JFIT's 3-pound pair and far below Yes4All's 16-pound set.
Where it wins outright is the review pattern. A 4.8-star average across 938 reviews edges out every other dumbbell in this lineup, including Yes4All's 4.7 across 18,568 and PowerBlock's 4.7 across 2,782. With 500+ units bought last month, on par with JFIT's 500+, this set has clearly found a steady, satisfied audience, just one focused on light resistance work rather than heavy lifting. At $38.99 for 6 pieces, the per-piece cost is modest, and buyers looking for that specific niche, light weight, multiple pieces, high satisfaction, should find this an easy recommendation.
Pros
- 4.8-star average is the highest rating of any dumbbell in this comparison
- 6 pieces in three colors (blue, pink, black) suit shared households or color-coded routines
- 500+ units bought last month matches JFIT's demand despite a higher price point
- Iron construction is a proven, durable material for light dumbbells
- $38.99 for 6 pieces works out to a modest per-piece cost for light-weight training
Cons
- 2 pounds per piece is the lightest weight in this entire comparison, well under JFIT's 3-pound pair
- Too light for progressive strength training beyond beginner or rehab use
- 938 reviews is a smaller sample than Yes4All's 18,568 or PowerBlock's 2,782
- No heavier options within the set for lifters who progress past 2 pounds
Specifications
| Material | Iron |
|---|---|
| Weight | 2 Pounds |
| Color | Blue Pink Black |
| Pieces | 6 |
Performance notes
At 2 pounds per piece and 6 pieces total, this set reads as a multi-pair or multi-color kit rather than a progressive weight system. Iron construction keeps the pieces solid and durable at this light weight, and the three color options, blue, pink, and black, suggest a design meant for group use, whether that's a couple sharing a home gym or a trainer running small classes. Because every piece is the same 2-pound weight, there's no built-in way to progress within the set itself. That makes this a fit for toning circuits, mobility work, or rehab exercises where the goal is repetitions and range of motion rather than maximal load, not for lifters chasing strength gains, where even JFIT's 3-pound pair or Yes4All's 16-pound set would offer more resistance to work against.
What buyers say
A 4.8-star average is the standout number here, topping every other dumbbell in this comparison, including Yes4All's 4.7 across 18,568 reviews and PowerBlock's 4.7 across 2,782. With 938 reviews, the sample is smaller than those two but still substantial enough to trust the pattern. The 500+ bought last month figure matches JFIT's 500+ almost exactly, despite this set costing roughly five times as much, which suggests buyers are specifically seeking out this light-weight, multi-piece, multi-color format rather than treating it as an interchangeable budget option. Combined, the high rating and steady purchase volume point to a well-matched product, one where buyers know what they're getting and come away satisfied because expectations and use case line up.
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Frequently asked questions
How heavy are the dumbbells in this set?
Each piece weighs 2 pounds, and the set includes 6 pieces total in three colors, blue, pink, and black. That makes it the lightest option in this comparison, suited to toning and light rehab work rather than strength training, for households sharing one set.
Why does this set have the highest rating in the comparison?
It holds a 4.8-star average across 938 reviews, ahead of Yes4All's 4.7 and PowerBlock's 4.7. While the review count is smaller than those two, the consistently high rating suggests buyers' expectations for a light toning set are being met reliably.
Is this set suitable for building strength?
Not really. At 2 pounds per piece, it's lighter than every other dumbbell in this comparison, including JFIT's 3-pound pair. It fits toning, physical therapy, or aerobic use better than progressive strength training. Lifters chasing strength gains would get more resistance from Yes4All's 16-pound pair or FEIERDUN's 45-pound single dumbbell instead.