MANUEKLEAR ML0117 Weight Belt Review
Our verdict
The MANUEKLEAR ML0117 costs $59.99, is built from leather, and weighs 1148 grams, roughly triple the 0.31-kilogram Harbinger 360982. It holds a 4.6-star average across 181 reviews, a smaller sample than its rivals but enough to show a consistently favorable pattern for a heavier-duty leather belt.
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Lifters in the 34 to 40 inch waist range who want a substantial leather belt for heavy compound lifts and are comfortable paying near the top of the price range tracked here.
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Skip it if you want the largest possible review sample before buying. At 181 reviews it's the smallest sample of the four belts compared, and the size runs specifically to 34 to 40 inches rather than one universal fit.
- Material Leather
- Weight 1148 Grams
- Size L(34- 40inches)
- Color Black
- Priced 82% above the category median ($32.99 across 88 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 181 owner ratings
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Popularity1.4/5
181 owner reviews, fewer 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
A leather lifting belt is judged first by its weight and stiffness, since more material generally means more support under a loaded bar. The MANUEKLEAR ML0117 lists at 1148 grams, sold in a size L that covers 34 to 40 inch waists, in black leather, for $59.99.
That weight is notably heavier than the Harbinger 360982, another leather belt in this comparison at 0.31 kilograms, or roughly 310 grams. On price, the ML0117's $59.99 sits just four cents above the Schiek SCH1014's $59.95 and above the Harbinger 28900 at $35.25 and the Harbinger 360982 at $49.99, making it the priciest option in the set. Its 4.6-star rating matches the Schiek SCH1014 exactly, beats the Harbinger 360982's 4.4 stars, and trails the Harbinger 28900's 4.7 stars by a tenth of a point.
Where the ML0117 differs most is review volume: 181 reviews compared to 1,300, 2,900, and 2,200 for the three alternatives. Combined with 100 or more units bought last month, that's a smaller but still active buyer base. For someone specifically wanting a heavier leather belt sized to a 34 to 40 inch waist, the spec sheet supports the purchase even with a shorter review history than its competitors.
Pros
- 1148-gram leather construction, substantially heavier than the 310-gram Harbinger 360982
- 4.6-star rating across 181 reviews, tied with the Schiek SCH1014 and ahead of the Harbinger 360982's 4.4 stars
- Bought 100 or more times in the past month, showing active current demand
- Sized specifically to a 34 to 40 inch waist rather than a vague one-size fit
- Genuine leather material, matching the premium tier of the Harbinger 360982
- Currently in stock and available to order
Cons
- At $59.99, the most expensive of the four weight belts compared here
- 181 reviews is well below the 1,300 to 2,900 range of its rivals
- Fixed size range of 34 to 40 inches won't fit waists outside that band
- 0.1 stars behind the Harbinger 28900's 4.7-star average
Specifications
| Material | Leather |
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| Weight | 1148 Grams |
| Size | L(34- 40inches) |
| Color | Black |
Performance notes
At 1148 grams, the ML0117 is a heavy belt relative to the Harbinger 360982's 310 grams, and heavier leather generally translates to more rigidity and less flex under load, which is the point of a lifting belt during squats, deadlifts, or overhead presses. The size L designation covering 34 to 40 inches is a wider fit window than the Schiek SCH1014's single Medium listing, giving buyers a clearer idea of whether it fits before ordering. Leather as a material sits at the stiffer end of the spectrum compared to the nylon Schiek belt or the polypropylene Harbinger 28900, both of which trade some rigidity for flexibility and a lower price. At $59.99, the ML0117 asks buyers to pay a premium roughly equal to the Schiek SCH1014 for a belt with a heavier build but a much shorter review history to judge it by.
What buyers say
A 4.6-star average across 181 reviews puts the ML0117 in the middle of the pack on rating, tied with the Schiek SCH1014 and ahead of the Harbinger 360982, though behind the Harbinger 28900's 4.7 stars. The smaller review count, 181 versus totals in the thousands for its rivals, means the pattern is based on a narrower slice of buyers, but the 100-plus units bought last month suggests it's still actively selling rather than stalled. Nothing in the pattern points to a split reputation, just a shorter track record than belts that have been on the market longer or sold in higher volume. For a newer or lower-volume listing, a 4.6-star hold across 181 buyers is a reasonably solid signal.
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Frequently asked questions
What waist size does the MANUEKLEAR ML0117 fit?
It's sold in a size L covering roughly 34 to 40 inches, which is a defined range rather than a single one-size fit. Buyers should measure their waist against that range before ordering, since a belt sized too small or too large won't provide proper support during heavy lifts.
Is the MANUEKLEAR ML0117 heavier than other leather weight belts?
Yes. At 1148 grams it's substantially heavier than the Harbinger 360982, another leather belt in this comparison listed at 0.31 kilograms, or about 310 grams. That extra material generally adds rigidity for heavy lifts, though it also adds bulk, weight around the waist, and cost compared to a lighter leather build.
How does the price compare to other weight belts in this category?
At $59.99, it's the most expensive of the four belts compared, just four cents above the Schiek SCH1014's $59.95 and well above the Harbinger 28900 at $35.25 and the Harbinger 360982 at $49.99. That premium lines up with its heavier 1148-gram leather build.