The Best Weighted Vests for 2023!

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The BEST Weight Vests for stronger, faster, and fitter!
✅ Rogue Plate Carrier: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/r...
✅ CAP Weight Vest: amzn.to/3weChBr
✅ 5.11 Tactec Trainer: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/5...
✅ 5.11 Tactical Vest: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/5...
✅ North Gym Weight Vest: amzn.to/3M6mTh6
✅ Kensui EZ Vest Loadable Weight Vest: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/k...
✅ Hyperwear Elite Weighted Vest: amzn.to/3L2LPEK
✅ Goruck Ruck Plate Carrier 3.0: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/g...
✅ Condor Sentry Plate Carrier: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/c...
✅ Rogue USA Cast Weight Plates: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/r...
✅ Rogue Echo Weight Vest Plate: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/r...
✅ Titan Ruck Weight Plates: www.garagegymreviews.com/go/t...
We’ve worn all of the best weighted vests for running, CrossFit, calisthenics, walking, and more.
Weight vests can take any workout from “this kinda hurts” to “I might die” in a matter of minutes. Whether you’re doing pull-ups or other calisthenics, running, a CrossFit workout-doesn't matter, weight vests don’t discriminate and you’ll feel the extra burn.
A weighted vest is one of the cheapest but best items you can buy for a home gym, and we have all of the best recommendations from the cheapest weight vests to top-of-the-line tactical plate carriers.
We also include some opinions on which is the best weighted vest for murph!
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0:00 - The Best Weighted Vests for 2022!
1:01 - Video Overview
1:49 - Weight Vest Contenders
3:55 - Weight Vest Plates Compared
6:24 - The Best Weight Vest For Most People
8:51 - The Runner Up Weight Vest
10:09 - Best Weight Vest For Heavy Weight
13:15 - Best Weight Vest For Runners
14:17 - Best Weight Vest From Amazon
15:35 - Best Budget Weight Vest
16:52 - The Ultra-Budget Weight Vest
18:29 - Final Thoughts
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@davidsolomon248 2 жыл бұрын

I use a Run Max weight vest on the treadmill. I bought the 40 lb (10 x 4lb sandbags) version. It's fairly comfortable, reasonably priced but does get in the way for push ups on the floor. Thanks Coop as always for your videos.

@gmcgill89 7 ай бұрын

I think it’s time for an updated video. MIR came out with their slim fit vest, Ethos came out with a plate carrier style vest, Walmart came out with Reebok vests. Love the videos and content you’re creating. Thanks Coop

@mightymoo4018 3 ай бұрын

Would like to hear about Wolf Tactical too

@orion0587 9 күн бұрын

I’m interested in the Titan elite vest with 2.5lb increments

@skyperoni4530 2 жыл бұрын

I own the rogue plate carrier and am a huge fan. It feels really good when doing movements and doesn't flop around.

@gregguidry1 2 жыл бұрын

I've got that cap fitness vest. Wear it at work all the time and for walking. Paid about 70 for it at Walmart and absolutely love it. Better than what big five has.

@adamwingard7212 2 жыл бұрын

As a Northgym vest owner, I can say the comfort is spot on. It does come with extra shoulder padding which helps. Not noted in the video which is worth mentioning about Northgym is that it comes with 2 sizes of midsection straps so you can better adjust the tightness of the vest. Also, the plates are side inserts, not bottom inserts which is nice since there is almost 0% chance the weight falls out, if you don't secure it as firmly as you should ( ie user error)

@OMAR-vk9pi Жыл бұрын

Would it be a good choice to use for hikes?

@barenjuden3911 Жыл бұрын

@@OMAR-vk9pi I have one too. Yes it is perfect for that. Plenty comfortable and I think you can weight it up to 60 or so lbs

@sheamceachrane-johnson7718 6 ай бұрын

Great review...thanks, Coop!

@joecowan3719 2 жыл бұрын

Jim Wendler would be so proud you are showing so many weighted vest options. Nice assortment.

@bobbysimpson9247 2 жыл бұрын

Good timing for the video!

@ej1_drew Жыл бұрын

appreciate the video! very insightful and helped me out :)

@jestexgarcia3601 Жыл бұрын

Appreciate your upload & reviews 👍. Its a good in depth review.

@willc8542 2 жыл бұрын

You read my mind I’m currently looking for a weighted vest. Thanks, very timely!

@joshhead9368 Жыл бұрын

Hey man thanks alot for the review. Really helped me come to a decision about what I need. Cheers.

@NickWeston 5 күн бұрын

Adding the section for people who just want to shop on Amazon was genius, that was exactly what I was looking for!

@markaxford3159 Жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks!

@antonhaun4070 Жыл бұрын

Greant. Im totally in on the ez vest. Exactly what I was looking for.

@elsenorloco84 2 жыл бұрын

I used a 5.11 tactec for not only workouts but also force on force training with simmunitions its pretty decent for running and gunning and working out

@bjornsiebert3412 2 жыл бұрын

Great selection as always. My budget option is the Decathlon vest. 50 bucks including 4 plates. Total weight of the set is 20pounds but you can exchange the plates for heavier options or buy additional ones.

@jonasgerideau1344 Жыл бұрын

Could you timestamp that one, that’s sounds like a way better budget option haha

@JacobYuan_ Жыл бұрын

It says they’re 150??

@xsaytinx4495 Жыл бұрын

I just purchased the rogue plate carrier with the 10lbs pair and was needing something I could wear all day through work and my work outs and this video confirmed I made a good choice cause I haven’t got to use it yet so thanks

@hneumann08 2 жыл бұрын

very good, thanks for review.

@bmstylee 2 жыл бұрын

If I'm spending cash on a plate carrier I'm buying ballistic plates. It's a great multitasker.

@bryceminor4674 6 ай бұрын

I was just thinking the same thing

@H457ur 6 ай бұрын

And illegal in some states (or if you’re a felon) so check your local laws first. But, in principle, I agree with you. Why not?

@blueforesticarus2557 3 ай бұрын

Never check your local laws.

@user-hq4jz6lc9d Ай бұрын

If it has MOLLE attachment points, one can hang a bunch of loaded mags on it too for more weight. 🙂

@BretSimmons Жыл бұрын

Very helpful!

@elijahjohnson9824 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome review... it helped alot... I think I'll get the north gym

@CorpuzBoys 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Bear KompleX plate carrier, coupled with the Cati Armor Non-Ballistic Ergonomic plates. Conforms to body curvature and easy to run with.

@BasementBrandon 2 жыл бұрын

Just have kids and try to get them through an airport, no vest needed.

@GarageGymReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Or the zoo. Or a grocery store. Or anywhere for that matter.

@mattm314 2 жыл бұрын

@@GarageGymReviews silver dollar city?

@TommyBlazer 8 ай бұрын

That funny I subscribe to you

@TimRiordan1 2 жыл бұрын

I have a 40lbs V-max weight vests I like because you add and remove weight in 2.5 increments. Also made in the US.

@TonberryShuffle Жыл бұрын

If you don't need a very specific weight but rather just want to find a way to throw weight into a vest you can go the route of one of the hollow plastic airsoft plates and fill it. Most people I saw online filled it with sand. Filled mine with cement and ended up a bit heavier than the sand. Each plate is a little off from each other but I wasn't really worried about getting everything to match or to a specific weight. They fit into the carriers like real ballistic plates do. The plastic plates were $12 a piece and from there whatever the cost of your fill (sand, cement, plaster, etc) that isn't going to cost a lot. Not the most durable but super cheap.

@JP-fk6pm 2 жыл бұрын

These should all be $50 without weights. Possibly the most over-priced category for a home gym owner.

@tuts40 3 ай бұрын

Agreed. A backpack with sturdy belts and straps might be a viable option…. Gonna start looking.

@babygiantbarbell1014 2 жыл бұрын

The Kensui vest is intriguing

@pointmass 2 жыл бұрын

I have the Hyper Vest Pro and love it. My size large holds 33lbs. I looked at the Elite but felt it was limited by its max weight.

@superboy305 2 жыл бұрын

Great video

@Valente_Quintero 2 жыл бұрын

Personally, the Kensui vest is my pick. Coop, you forgot to mention the different options on the pins; the low profile pins are amazing and makes the vest fit perfect for the lighter weight setting.

@wakawaka1976 Жыл бұрын

Are you able to run with it? I’m in the market and don’t really run but if I had the inkling to run or do plyometrics it would be nice if this worked for that as well.

@firemanv1 11 ай бұрын

@@wakawaka1976 Yes I run with my vest. They now have the short sleeve to put on lighter weight plates (not the bulging bar used for heavier weight plates). There's even a phone accessory for the kensui vest.

@wakawaka1976 11 ай бұрын

@@firemanv1 cool I ended up getting the Kensui and have gone on walks to the park where I do dips and pull-ups. It’s nice

@nygardenguru 9 ай бұрын

I’m afraid I’m goin* to look like a dick if I go rucking in public with it tho

@firemanv1 9 ай бұрын

@@nygardenguru You should not care what strangers think of you. Be a leader not a follower.

@AdamBarkerThe 4 ай бұрын

Awesome reviews and well done video. I will probably go with the hyperwear as I have always had issues with my vests bouncing around 😠

@JackOfHearts42 2 жыл бұрын

I love my Kensui EZ Vest Pro. I use it for hiking too.

@PaulWarsaw-kk7ke 3 ай бұрын

How long did the vest take to arrive?

@sagaking9736 2 жыл бұрын

11:42 Kensui provides shorter XT sleeves for floor push-ups.

@MP2Diesel 2 жыл бұрын

At my gym we have a Cap fitness style vest that I used one year for Murph; during my pull ups (kipping/butterfly) the sand would come out of the bags and was flying up then down onto my face. That was the year(like 5 years ago now) I bought my 5.11 Tec Tac carrier, this was back when it came with the flat weight plates from Rogue and they were uncomfortable because you felt like a sandwich, I later got curved plates for it and it is awesome now. I have been using it every year for Murph and other weighted training

@michaelgresham1980 7 ай бұрын

Solution: Do real pullups😂 Thanks for the laugh boo

@dlyon9673 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this informative review! I'm curious about the TRX weight vests, if you ever do an update.

@Xavier.Phoenix 2 жыл бұрын

I do HIIT and used the North Gym vest. I've had it for about a year and it's really good. One thing I recommend if to spray it with Lysol and hang it to dry because they can get stinky.

@sikulas 2 жыл бұрын

Freedom Strength Co has a good one that is similar to the 5.11 style, it has the same type of metal clips similar to what was shown on the Kensui. Comes with 20 lb sand filler but can fit standard plates. Ive had one for 3 months now and very happy with it for running/walking or functional exercises too.

@rockilikepie 2 жыл бұрын

Top content as always. What do you think about the GORuck weight vest compared to the other top pics?

@TheRollDdice 2 жыл бұрын

Checking in with the Armored Republic Veritas Plate Carrier and two ROGUE plates. Probably paid top dollar because I purchased them at the beginning of COVID, but they've been comfortable and effective!

@_Brennus Жыл бұрын

I have a CAP weight vest. When I need my vest to be heavier, I take my dipping belt and attach it to the weight vest. I run the dipping belt's chain through the nylon straps where the sand bags go in kind of clever way and I can put more weights on the chain. Just saying, you might be able to find a way to add more weight to your vest instead of shelling out for a heavier one.

@kevsagers11 2 жыл бұрын

Had the GoRuck plate carrier and hated it. Rubbed blisters up and down my back. Switched to the GoRuck weight vest and it’s infinitely better and more comfortable. I use it several days a week and have absolutely no problems with it

@kevinjackson4192 2 жыл бұрын

Wish he had done a review on the GoRuck weight vest instead of the plate carrier.

@Soli_KicksTV Жыл бұрын

What type of workout do you use it for? Are you able to run with it comfortably? Thanks!

@tiffanyredwine9881 Жыл бұрын

Yes! A review for the GoRuck Weight Vest would have been great!

@michaelhenry5140 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Gymnast Pro vest that has been incredible & I use with my personal training clients frequently. I can modify weight in 1KG increments up to 45lbs. Padded shoulder straps, super durable.

@blacklightning7227 Жыл бұрын

im loving mine

@emjayy1233 2 жыл бұрын

I was just trynna buy one perfect timing

@Carnochan87 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Coop, love these type of videos where you review competitors in the same category. I've been looking into adding sandbags/waterbags to my workouts and was wondering if you had any recommendations for them?

@jouwenlee7829 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, love to know the sandbag comparison video

@hmtaylor7 2 жыл бұрын

Rogue. Iron mind. REP

@renniesantilli3103 2 жыл бұрын

I see you have the goruck ruck plate carrier. Have you also tried their weight vest? If so how does it compare to the rest of the field? As always love your channel and your reviews. Thx.

@brettcarbo6039 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Coop, great review!! How about the Brute Force APC vest though? I currently have a plate carrier style vest that I’ve been using but have recently been looking pretty hard at the Brute Force one to try something different. What are your thoughts and would you ever do a review on one? Thanks, Brett at FMC fitness

@richardjennings4685 Жыл бұрын

I have a 20lb vest from synergee. I do not use it a lot but I have had it for over a year and have no complaints. 20 lbs is a lot when you are doing crossfit type workouts. Kicks my butt everytime.

@Sjackson2369 2 жыл бұрын

Have several vests now. Started with a sandbag vest, now use a condor vest(not the one in the video, upgraded one) and we cut our own weights out at home from plate steel with a torch. Clean them up and run them. Granted not everyone can do that.

@jesserubio5965 2 жыл бұрын

Hey coop! I know it’s off topic from your video, but you think you will give a review or opinion on “Bridge Built” racks; more specifically the phoenix squat rack?

@vicapple6663 2 жыл бұрын

The kensui vest really needs some kind of racking system, especially since they go up to 300 lbs. I can think of a few ways that could be implemented

@GarageGymReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!!

@rodolfomedini9931 2 жыл бұрын

You're right! I am taking off my glasses before getting into it and using my GHD to prop up oneside. 🤓

@vicapple6663 2 жыл бұрын

@@GarageGymReviews I think one way would be to attach carabiners to the tops, then have two cables with carabiners on a pull-up bar. Clip in to rerack, clip out to unrack

@illestdomer2005 2 жыл бұрын

My main concern beyond just looking extra if going for a walk with it. Can’t imagine running with it.

@TJis004 Жыл бұрын

Coop, I currently have the Condor Plate Carrier and it bounces when I run. I'm considering the Rogue carrier but am wondering if that bounces too.

@kentabella2524 Жыл бұрын

What are your thoughts on the MiR short vest? Not covering the midsection seems more breathable.

@christopherbrennan8308 2 жыл бұрын

My Brute Force weight vest #trainwithsand has been a good option for me. I will say the top Velcro strap is not the easiest to get in and out of, but once your in it stays, running, burpee’s, pull-ups. Plus the weight can be adjusted in smaller increments than a plate carrier. New version is out but haven’t tried it yet.

@rtcharge 2 жыл бұрын

I have the hyper vest elite, very good. I’ve had 511 etc. Depends what you are doing for which you pick

@mattlaneblue 2 жыл бұрын

i would really love to see you do a review for the best wrists straps. I've been looking around and i'm somewhat overwhelmed by choice, price, length is one even essential? need coop to help me out

@ZimCrusher 9 ай бұрын

I like mine. It's just a vest, with thick shoulder straps, so the weight is spread out more, and my shoulders don't feel like they are being slowly cut through. It does not allow for full motion, in that putting my arms straight up, has a little less movement, but not fully restricted. What I like is that the weights are tiny 1 kg bars, about the size of a Snickers bar. this means I can add/remove as much as I want. there are 4 rows of 5. 2 on the front, and 2 on the back, so it's as balanced as I make it. Since it's short bars, it allows for flexible movements more than the plates do

@jaydulka649 Жыл бұрын

Coop, those NorthGym plates you like. How is the fit with Rogue vest? Would you order those or the echo?

@user-sb9bg6ic5j 2 жыл бұрын

Can you put the north gym plates from Amazon into the rogue plate carrier?

@mcwade09 Жыл бұрын

Hey Coop, do the north made plates fit well in a tax 5.11 vest?

@sockpuppetsami 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you would have included the Tribe WOD weight vest and Cati Armor ergonomic fitness plates. That's what I use and would be curious on your opinion on how they compare.

@jasondutton2531 2 жыл бұрын

The benefits of living in a military town is picking up actual body armor vests with many of these features in mind for dirt cheap at surplus stores. AATW!

@Nick19837 Жыл бұрын

The GoRuck Training Vest would have been good to include on here. It's a full vest, not backpack style, and has a really good comfort factor.

@RJBynon Жыл бұрын

Surprised the Heria vests aren't here, really expensive but doesn't limit movement, has great weights and looks sweet

@stealthassasin1day291 2 жыл бұрын

No block weight vest like v-force, MIR, or even Titan?

@josephearhart6623 2 жыл бұрын

@garagegymreviews Kensui ez vest has options now for different length sleeves that don’t get in the way of push-ups with weight on the chest side. Look at their site and go to accessories! I have all those and can use the vest for push-ups better and not have the sleeve in the way. My only complaint is loading very heavy weight on the vest (over 100 lbs) is hard to get on and off without help

@sb3424 2 жыл бұрын

My choice is one you didn't mention. The safelife carrier (any style) with the rogue plates. I think their uniform shirt style carrier looks classy, and you can also use it to carry body armor ;-).

@ElSegador99 2 жыл бұрын

That intro was sick!

@devinsanders3124 2 жыл бұрын

How do we get that GGR patch?

@sdaiwepm Жыл бұрын

Do any of these have a hip belt or some other way to reduce the weight on the shoulders?

@claycon Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the review! I’m wondering if you (or anyone) knows where I can find a nice, wall mount weight vest hanger that will look great. I can’t seem to find any. Thanks!

@jacobgonzalez7044 Жыл бұрын

How do you feel about the Gofit weighted vest

@abinpakji683 6 ай бұрын

I think you need t o try chris heria vest what do you think about it?

@GSPDUCKDOG 2 жыл бұрын

The “Box” weight vest is an option you didn’t mention. Like all of them, it’s not perfect but it’s a decent option.

@israeljuarez6108 Жыл бұрын

Hey coop, how come the V-Force weight vest wasn’t included in this video?

@robertgail8374 2 жыл бұрын

What vest would be best for Bigger guys I am 6'4 and +300lbs for now?

@mustafaerdogan2202 Жыл бұрын

bets vest for jumping jacks regarding stable fit and adjustable weights?

@NewToneProducer 25 күн бұрын

I bought the Northgym vest because of your recommendation. However, I'm now looking to buy a heart rate monitor. Will a chest strap HRM work or do I need to get a wristwatch HRM?

@danieledecristofaro194 Жыл бұрын

I wanted to ask for an info I kept the plates used for the 5.11 plate carrier that I sold if I wanted these plates, can I use them for the rogue plate carrier?

@simonleake6783 2 жыл бұрын

Do one on dip belts!!!

@federman8288 2 жыл бұрын

Any opinions out there on BOX weight vest?

@Ka_Go 2 жыл бұрын

Would love for you to review the Mtn Ops vest

@SinnerSavedByGrace85 5 ай бұрын

I have a BOX 40 lb vest. It uses small iron weights that you can take out and put back in to adjust the weight from 10 pounds up to 40. It is very easy to take off and put on and the trap/shoulder straps are padded and very comfortable to wear. The chest straps are very quick and easy to adjust with a clamp style fastener. I highly recommend people check it out.

@mightymoo4018 3 ай бұрын

Missed Wolf Tactical

@RedwolfEDC 10 ай бұрын

I'm 6'8 280 and I have a very long torso and as such most weight vests fit like a tube top. Would any of these actually be long enough to reach just above my hips? I prefer for the weight to be evenly distributed and also I don't like wearing what looks like a tactical tube top.😅 Thank you

@anthonyschutz7201 Жыл бұрын

How does the north gym best compare to the new 5.11 tactec? I have an extremely cheap homemade vest currently, and am debating between getting real plates, then a tactec when it's on sale. Or just getting a north gym vest now. I've seen tactecs as low as $90 which basically puts it as the same price as the north gym.

@Sports7764 2 жыл бұрын

Surprised no mention of the Titan vests. Any opinion on those?

@CraigL37 10 ай бұрын

Bulldog gear vest expensive but solid had mine about 3 years still looks new

@MrCabreraO Жыл бұрын

I would say your are sleeping on the Bear Komplex vest. Curved plates, great vest with tactical side clips for quick in/out. Love mine

@timwilliams92 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Coop! Is there anywhere we can grab those GGR patches to show support? 🏋🏻

@GarageGymReviews 2 жыл бұрын

Working on it. Not yet!

@JL-pj6kk 2 жыл бұрын

Crye JPC with Hesco ballistic plates and 7 fully loaded AR-15 mags, along with medical and extra tourniquets.

@dewman7063 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing..i've been looking at buying. The one i've yet to pull the trigger on is the Box/V-Force made in america...any thoughts on this vest?

@dsrider185 2 жыл бұрын

Love mine. Amazing quality, and the weight is more easily adjustable depending on what you want to use it for.

@ssleem3377 2 жыл бұрын

First time viewer here, what vest would you recommend for a bigger guy? I’m 5’11” 290 lbs. I wear a xl-xxl shirt

@elojoe4648 5 ай бұрын

hello, what size vest (Rogue plate carrier) do you recommend if I'm 5.7 tall and have a 32 inch waist? I don't know whether to choose S or M. Thank you.

@johna9168 2 жыл бұрын

great review, im currently using an MiR vest and I absolutely love it. What I like the most aside from others is that my vest doesn't cover my abdominal section which I find is nicer when working out your mids. Sit ups, back extensions and even hanging leg raises to help with grip work. anywho, again great review!

@zerohero6602 Жыл бұрын

Good input. Didn't think about situps

@addingonbird1 11 ай бұрын

2nd MiR

@aghoover Жыл бұрын

I have a 40lb xvest. Very comfortable for pull ups, dips and walking the dogs. It’s biggest benefit is that it goes from no added weight to 40lbs (plus the weight of the vest) in 1lb increments. Why are the plate carrier vests so much more popular than the 1lb weight vests?