The right gym accessories can make a real difference to your training — better grip, more stability, greater range of movement, and the confidence to push harder. The Bench fitness range covers all the essentials at accessible prices. We’ve picked four standout products from our Fitness & General Exercise Equipment collection and compared them so you can build the perfect gym kit.
1. Bench Wrist Straps – £2.99
The Bench Wrist Straps are the most affordable essential in this lineup — and at under £3, they’re a no-brainer addition to any gym bag. Designed for all lifting and pulling exercises, they wrap around the wrist to provide support and stability during heavy sets, reducing the strain on your joints and helping you maintain proper form. Made from super soft, comfortable material with easy application and removal, they’re practical enough to use every session without fuss.
Best for: Anyone who lifts heavy or experiences wrist discomfort during pressing and pulling movements.
Use: All lifting and pulling exercises | Material: Super soft, comfortable
Standout feature: Under £3 — the most affordable wrist support in this comparison, essential for any lifter.
2. Bench Lifting Straps – £3.99
The Bench Lifting Straps are the grip specialist in this lineup. Where wrist straps support the joint, lifting straps wrap around the bar or handle to take grip fatigue out of the equation entirely — letting your target muscles work harder for longer without your hands giving out first. This is particularly valuable for deadlifts, rows, pull-downs, and shrugs where grip is often the limiting factor before the primary muscle group is truly fatigued. Made from super soft material with easy on/off application, they’re built for serious athletes and beginners alike.
Best for: Deadlifts, rows, pull-downs, and any pulling movement where grip gives out before the target muscle.
Use: All lifting and pulling exercises | Material: Super soft, comfortable
Standout feature: Eliminates grip fatigue — lets your target muscles work to their true limit on every set.
3. Bench Ankle Straps – £4.99
The Bench Ankle Straps open up a whole new range of cable machine exercises for glutes, hamstrings, hip flexors, and abductors. Attach them to any cable machine to perform kickbacks, leg curls, hip abductions, and more — movements that are difficult or impossible to load effectively without a dedicated ankle attachment. Super soft and comfortable with easy application and removal, they’re a versatile addition to any lower body training programme. At under £5, they’re exceptional value for the variety they add to your workouts.
Best for: Cable machine lower body work — glute kickbacks, leg curls, hip abductions, and hip flexor exercises.
Use: All lifting and pulling exercises via cable machine | Material: Super soft, comfortable
Standout feature: Unlocks cable machine lower body exercises — the most versatile accessory in this comparison for leg and glute training.
4. Bench 3kg & 5kg Hand Dumbbell Set – £24.99
The Bench 3kg & 5kg Hand Dumbbell Set is the most complete training tool in this comparison. Two pairs of dumbbells at different weights give you the ability to progress between exercises and intensities — lighter for isolation movements like lateral raises and bicep curls, heavier for rows, goblet squats, and lunges. Whether you’re building a home gym or supplementing your gym sessions, this set covers a wide range of exercises and is compact enough to store easily. At £24.99 for four dumbbells, it’s outstanding value.
Best for: Home gym builders, beginners, and anyone who wants a versatile two-weight dumbbell set for full-body training.
Weights: 3kg + 5kg (two pairs) | Use: Full-body strength training
Standout feature: Two weight options in one set — progress between exercises and intensities without buying multiple products.
Quick Comparison
| Product | Price | Type | Primary Use | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bench Wrist Straps | £2.99 | Joint support | Pressing & pulling | Wrist stability, heavy lifts |
| Bench Lifting Straps | £3.99 | Grip aid | Deadlifts, rows, pull-downs | Eliminating grip fatigue |
| Bench Ankle Straps | £4.99 | Cable attachment | Lower body cable exercises | Glutes, hamstrings, hip flexors |
| Bench Dumbbell Set 3kg & 5kg | £24.99 | Free weights | Full-body strength training | Home gym, beginners, versatility |
Which Should You Choose?
If you’re building your gym kit from scratch, start with the accessories that remove your weakest links. The Bench Wrist Straps are an essential £2.99 investment for anyone who lifts — protecting your joints on every pressing and pulling movement. Add the Bench Lifting Straps for deadlifts and rows where grip gives out before your back or legs do. The Bench Ankle Straps are a brilliant £4.99 upgrade if you have access to a cable machine and want to properly load your glutes and hamstrings. And if you’re building a home gym or want a versatile starter set, the Bench 3kg & 5kg Dumbbell Set gives you two weight options for full-body training at outstanding value.
Browse the full range in our Fitness & General Exercise Equipment collection and build the gym kit that works for your training.
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