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Best Leg Press Machines

Leg press machines are an excellent alternative to lunges, squats and several other lower body exercises. Leg press allows you to have a pure leg hypertrophy (muscle growth), as you can focus on lifting more weight and workout longer reps. While buying a leg press machine I look specifically at resistance levels, price, materials used and sturdiness of the machine. If you love heavy weight workout with a degree of safety then read my review on the best leg press machines in 2017.

  • Body Solid Leg Press & Hack Squat:

Ironcompany’s Body solid & Hack Squat machine is an excellent choice if you love a rock solid sturdy machine. The Quad track roller gives a smooth experience as it distributes the weight evenly. The machine has 3 lock out positions for user safety. The machine gives a natural and seamless workout feel because it manages the resistance of the weight by itself.
Product Features:
Height: 56 inches
Width: 34 inches
Length: 83 inches
Weight: 317 lbs

Weider Ultimate Body Works:

The Weider Ultimate Body Works is amongst the most versatile strength training machine at home. It not only works as a leg press machine but also focuses on major other muscles like shoulders, abs, arms, back, calves and thighs. The machine has four resistance bands that helps transform your body weight into resistance, you can also increase the resistance weight up to 23 kilograms (50 pounds).
Product Features:
Height: 49.5 inches
Width: 25.5 inches
Length: 71 inches
Weight: 79 lbs

Powerline PVLP156X Vertical Leg Press

The Powerline PVLP156X Vertical Leg Press is a great option if you are looking for a machine that takes minimum space and yet provides for a great isolated lower body workout. The machine comes with contoured head and back pads that provide good support as well as minimises risk of injuries to the head and shoulder. Powerline offers a 10 year warranty on the frame and 1 year on all other parts of the machine.


Product Features:
Height: 61 inches
Width: 48 inches
Length: 41 inches
Weight: 93 lbs




Yukon Fitness Vertical Leg Press VLP-154

The Yukon Fitness Vertical Leg Press VLP-154 is amongst the top rated leg press machines in the market in 2017. The machine is a great winner for users who have limited space due to its narrow design. The three position locks help in easy entry and exit. The machine has a weight capacity of 600 lbs making it a great buy for both serious fitness enthusiasts as well as beginners.


Product Features:
Height: 50 inches
Width: 32 inches
Length: 42 inches
Weight: 91 lbs




Body-Solid Leverage Horizontal Commercial Leg Press:

The Body-Solid Leverage Horizontal Commercial Leg Press is one of the most expensive leg press machines in the market. The machine has a rock solid built weighing 525 lbs. It gives a natural workout flow since the resistance is controlled by the machine itself. The direct drive press system gives an accurate and effective weight resistance.


Product Features:
Height: 52 inches
Width: 57 inches
Length: 89 inches
Weight: 525 lbs


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