PB01 7FT Olympic Barbell, Weight Bar with Knurled Grip for Review
Our verdict
The PB01 7FT Olympic Barbell costs $99.99 and holds a 4.7 star rating across 66 reviews, with 100+ bought last month showing steady recent demand despite a smaller review base. At 45 pounds of alloy steel, it hits the standard Olympic weight that lighter accessory bars do not match.
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Best for buyers who specifically want a true 45 pound Olympic spec bar with a knurled grip for standard plate loading, and who are comfortable trusting a newer listing with 66 reviews over a longer established option.
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Skip it if you want the deepest review history possible before buying, since 66 reviews is a much smaller sample than the Marcy SDC10.1's 6,077 or the Total barbell's 536, even though the rating itself is strong.
- Material Alloy Steel
- Weight 45 Pounds
- Priced 43% above the category median ($69.99 across 90 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.7/5
4.7 average across 66 owner ratings
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Popularity0.5/5
66 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
Anyone shopping for a bar meant to load standard Olympic plates without guesswork wants a bar that actually states 45 pounds and alloy steel construction. The PB01 7FT Olympic Barbell does exactly that, listing 45 pounds of alloy steel with a knurled grip, priced at $99.99. That is a mid range price for a full length 7 foot bar built to the Olympic standard.
In this same-type comparison, the Marcy SDC10.1 is by far the cheapest at $30.78 and the most reviewed at 6,077, at 4.3 stars, though its listed 5 pound weight points to a much lighter bar than a full Olympic piece. The Body Sport Weighted Bar sits at $36.99 with a 4.6 star average across 279 reviews but 0 bought last month, suggesting slow current turnover. The Total barbell at $42.9 shows 536 reviews at 4.7 stars and 50+ bought last month, a smaller but active listing.
The PB01 doesn't have the review count of the Marcy or the Total barbell, but its 4.7 star average across 66 reviews and 100+ bought last month suggest early buyers are satisfied and the listing is gaining traction. For a home gym owner who wants true Olympic spec and a knurled grip without paying commercial gym prices, it's a reasonable middle ground between the cheapest options and pricier premium bars.
Pros
- Listed at a true 45 pounds of alloy steel, matching the standard Olympic bar weight that lighter accessory bars do not
- 4.7 star rating is the highest among the bars in this comparison, tied with the Total barbell's 4.7
- 100+ bought last month shows healthy recent demand even with a modest review count
- Knurled grip is called out specifically in the listing, relevant for anyone loading heavy plates
- At $99.99, it sits below premium priced bars while still meeting full Olympic spec at 45 pounds
Cons
- 66 reviews is a small sample next to the Marcy SDC10.1's 6,077 or the Total barbell's 536
- At $99.99 it costs over 3 times the Marcy SDC10.1's $30.78
- No length or diameter spec beyond weight and material, so sleeve and collar compatibility should be confirmed before buying
- As a newer listing with fewer reviews, its long term durability pattern is less established than higher volume competitors
Specifications
| Material | Alloy Steel |
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| Weight | 45 Pounds |
Performance notes
A bar listed at 45 pounds and alloy steel construction is built to the same nominal weight as most standard Olympic barbells found in commercial gyms, which simplifies math when loading plates for a set. Alloy steel is a common mid tier material, offering more rigidity under load than lighter accessory bars while costing less than chrome or cerakote finished competition bars. A knurled grip, as listed here, is meant to improve hand traction during pulling movements like deadlifts, though the depth and pattern of that knurl isn't specified beyond the general description. Since no sleeve diameter or bar length is given beyond the 45 pound total weight, anyone pairing this with an existing plate set should double check that plates and collars line up before ordering, especially if mixing this bar with equipment from another brand.
What buyers say
A 4.7 star average is the highest rating in this comparison, though it rests on only 66 reviews, a much smaller base than the Marcy SDC10.1's 6,077 or the Total barbell's 536. What stands out is the 100+ bought last month figure, a healthy purchase rate for a listing with a limited review history that suggests the product is picking up buyers faster than its review count alone would imply. That combination, a strong rating paired with modest but real review volume and solid recent sales, reads as a newer entrant still building its track record rather than an established bar with years of accumulated feedback.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the PB01 7FT Olympic Barbell meet standard Olympic weight specs?
Yes, it's listed at 45 pounds of alloy steel, matching the common Olympic bar weight. Diameter and sleeve length aren't specified in the listing, so if you're pairing it with existing plates and collars, it's worth confirming fit before ordering.
Why does this bar have fewer reviews than competitors like the Marcy SDC10.1?
Review count often reflects how long a listing has been live and how many units have sold overall, not just quality. The Marcy SDC10.1 has 6,077 reviews at a lower price point, likely from a longer sales history, while the PB01's 66 reviews at 4.7 stars still reflect a strong satisfaction rate.
Is 100+ bought last month a good sign for a newer listing?
Yes. For a bar with only 66 total reviews, seeing 100+ recent purchases in a single month is a strong volume signal relative to its size, suggesting the listing is converting buyers well while the 4.7 star rating holds up as sales grow month over month.