Rank #3 in Best Hex Dumbbells 2026: 10 Ranked, Pair or Single
Amazon Basics Rubber Encased Hex Dumbbell Weights Set, 2 x 5kg
Price and rating as shown on Amazon when we collected them. Both change.
Amazon Basics sells this one as a pair. The title calls it a "Rubber Encased Hex Dumbbell Weights Set", the first bullet says "Set of 2 hexagonal dumbbell weights for everyday strength and resistance training; 5 kg each", and the spec table backs that up with a Number of Pieces of 2 and a Set Name of "Pair". At £18.66 that is about £9.33 per dumbbell for the 5 kg version, which puts it third in this guide.
The same spec table then disagrees with itself. Item Weight reads 5 kg — the figure for one dumbbell, not the 10 kg the two of them weigh together — and Number of Items reads 1 while Unit Count reads "1.0 count". That is the pattern running through this list: the pair-or-single question is answered in the bullets but not in the fields beside them. The 4.7-star average comes from 876 ratings, with the breakdown running 81 five-star against 14 four-star, 2 three-star, 1 two-star and 2 one-star. Everything on this page is taken from the Amazon listing — we have not handled or tested the dumbbells ourselves.
How those 876 ratings break down
An average hides its own shape. This is the spread behind the 4.7 stars.
Specification
Exactly as published on the Amazon listing, field for field.
| Price | £18.66 |
|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7 out of 5 from 876 ratings |
| Set Name | Pair |
| Number of Pieces | 2 |
| Number of Items | 1 (as listed) |
| Item Weight | 5 kg (as listed) |
| Handle Diameter | 2.6cm |
| Material | Rubber over cast iron |
What buyers actually say
Quoted from customer reviews on Amazon
Verified purchase“Great value weights. They do have a bit of a rubbery smell to them.”
Verified purchase“Well made good value”
What it is up against
The rivals it was ranked against in Best Hex Dumbbells 2026: 10 Ranked, Pair or Single.
Questions people ask
How much does the Amazon Basics set weigh in total?
The first bullet reads "Set of 2 hexagonal dumbbell weights ... 5 kg each", so the pair is 10 kg together. The Item Weight field reads 5 kg, which is one dumbbell rather than the pair.
How many dumbbells arrive for £18.66?
The bullets and the Number of Pieces field say two. The Number of Items field says 1 and Unit Count says "1.0 count", so this listing contradicts itself on that point.
What are the dumbbells made of?
Amazon Basics describes a solid cast iron hand weight encased in durable, shock-absorbing rubber, and states the iron body contains 100% Global Recycled Standard (GRS) certified recycled post-consumer iron.
Will they roll across the floor between sets?
The listing says the hexagon-shaped ends prevent the weights from rolling and give stay-in-place storage between workouts.
What is the handle like?
It is listed as non-slip and contoured for a secure, comfortable hold, with a stated handle diameter of 2.6cm and a rubber handle material.
Are other weights available?
The listing says it is "available in multiple weights/sizes to support your workout goals". This page covers the 5 kg version, which is the one priced at £18.66.
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