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Flybird Adjustable Dumbbells: what owners actually say
Buyers find the compact, soft-handled Flybirds appealing but flag the 25 lb ceiling, an awkward center of mass, and a $277 price that undercuts the value pitch.
What owners complain about
- Center of mass feels off SOME
A commenter who bought them reports the center of mass issue is 'pretty annoying, doesnt feel so good' during use; a review-watcher echoed that center of gravity was something they 'would not have thought about' until it was pointed out.
- Max weight too low SOME
Owners/commenters say 25 lbs per dumbbell is 'way too small,' which limits usefulness for stronger lifters.
- Price doesn't add up FEW
One commenter questions the value directly: '$277 for 25lbs dumbbells, in what world does that save you money?'
- Safety button sticking worry FEW
A commenter fears the safety button could start sticking over time, causing weights to drop mid-exercise — 'dropping weights on my toes.' This is a concern raised, not a reported failure.
- Rough finish FEW
Mentioned alongside center of gravity as a build-quality detail a reviewer flagged that buyers wouldn't notice until pointed out.
What owners love
- Compact footprint
Owners value having 'compact dumbbells' where 'small plates pack a lot of weight in' — the space-saving design is the core appeal.
- Comfortable soft handles
Specifically called out: 'comfy soft handles' making them pleasant to use.
- Brand goodwill
One owner of Flybird's adjustable bench says 'They make good stuff,' suggesting positive experience with the brand beyond dumbbells.
- Flaws forgiven
An owner of a near-identical competing pair admits 'same problems but I love them' — indicating the adjustable-dumbbell format itself wins people over despite known issues.
Surprising patterns
- These are being cross-shopped directly against Nuobell, PowerBlock ('the blocks'), and Bowflex 5–52.5 lb sets, so buyers treat them as one option in a crowded field rather than a standout.
- Even people who identify the exact same problems (center of mass, button concerns) in similar dumbbells still report loving the product overall.
- Buyers credit video reviews for surfacing non-obvious issues — center of gravity and rough finish — that they say they'd never have noticed pre-purchase.
WHO SHOULD SKIP IT
Lifters who need more than 25 lbs per dumbbell, or anyone sensitive to an off-center balance, should skip these per the comments — the weight cap and center-of-mass issue were the most concrete dealbreakers raised.
Synthesised from 44 real owner comments across 2 platforms. Every point is grounded in the comments — no marketing, no AI guessing. How we do it →