We compared two 8kg kettlebells that take different approaches to the same job: the plain painted cast-iron Amazon Basics and the vinyl-coated BODYPOWER.
What we looked at
Material and finish, handle design, base, floor protection, and price.
The verdict
If you want a classic cast-iron kettlebell with a painted, corrosion-protected surface and a textured wide handle, the Amazon Basics is the traditional pick. If you would rather have a vinyl cover that protects floors and equipment, plus a taller handle and a flat base, at a slightly lower price, the BODYPOWER is the floor-friendly option.
A painted, corrosion-protected cast-iron kettlebell with a textured wide handle, but it costs a little more and has no floor coating.
A vinyl-coated kettlebell with a taller handle and flat base that protects floors, at a slightly lower price.
Amazon Basics Cast-Iron Kettlebell, 8 kg, Black — Classic Cast Iron
Intended for: Marketed as an 8kg solid cast-iron kettlebell for a wide range of resistance-training exercises, with a painted surface for durability and corrosion protection and a textured wide handle for one or two hands.
What we liked
- Solid high-quality cast iron, built to last per the listing
- Painted surface stated to add durability and corrosion protection
- Textured wide handle for a comfortable, secure grip, with one hand or two
- Supports a wide range of resistance-training exercises
Worth knowing
- Costs 51p more than the BODYPOWER on these listings
- No floor-protective coating is mentioned, unlike the vinyl-coated BODYPOWER
Best for
- Home exercisers who want a plain, classic cast-iron kettlebell
- Anyone who wants a textured wide handle
- Buyers who like a painted finish with corrosion protection
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a coating to protect floors
- Buyers who want a colour-coded weight
BODYPOWER 8kg Vinyl Coated Kettlebell (Yellow) — Floor-Friendly
Intended for: Marketed as an 8kg yellow cast-iron kettlebell with a protective vinyl cover, a taller handle for easier grip and a flat base for easy storage and use.
What we liked
- Protective vinyl cover stated to reduce the risk of damage to floors and other equipment
- Cast-iron finish described as strong and durable
- Taller handle stated to be easier to grip
- Flat base for easy storage and usage
- A little cheaper than the Amazon Basics on these listings
Worth knowing
- The listing does not mention corrosion protection or a textured handle
Best for
- Home gyms with hard floors or delicate flooring
- Anyone who wants a taller handle and a flat base
- Buyers who want the slightly lower price
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a bare cast-iron finish
- Buyers who want a textured wide handle
