We compared two free-standing punch bags: the Gallant 5.5 Feet Heavy Boxing Bag and the Dripex Free Standing Punch Bag.
What we looked at
Height, shock absorption, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lower price on a 5.5ft bag with an EPE foam core and 360° movement, the Gallant is the value pick, at £94.99. If you would rather pay £4.22 more for a taller 69-inch bag with a dual TPU absorber and spring shock system, the Dripex is the alternative, at £99.21.
A £94.99 free-standing punch bag with an EPE foam core.
A £99.21 punch bag standing 69 inches tall with spring shock absorption.
Gallant 5.5 Feet Heavy Boxing Bag Free Standing — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 5.5ft free-standing punch bag with a shock-absorbing EPE foam core, high-density microfibre material with reinforced stitching, 360° movement for striking from various angles, a stable narrow base fillable with sand or water, and a 20kg bag weight available in four design options.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the Dripex on these listings, at £94.99
- Shock-absorbing EPE foam core, per the listing
- 360° movement for varied striking angles
- Available in four design options
Worth knowing
- Shorter stated height (5.5ft) than the Dripex's 69 inches
- No stated spring shock-absorption system
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants a choice of design colours
- Standard-height striking training
Not ideal for
- Taller users who want the tallest available bag
- Anyone who wants a spring-based shock system
Dripex Free Standing Punch Bag, Suction Cup Base — Tallest & Most Stable
Intended for: Marketed as a free-standing punch bag standing 69 inches tall with a 10-inch diameter bag, dual TPU shock absorbers plus 4 springs for 360° shock and noise absorption (springs removable for less vibration), a rounded ABS base with 12 suction cups for stability, and a multi-layer PU leather striking surface over high-density EPE foam.
What we liked
- Taller stated height: 69 inches against the Gallant's 5.5ft
- Dual TPU absorbers plus 4 springs for shock and noise absorption, per the listing
- 12 suction cups on the base for extra stability
- Springs removable for intensive strength training
Worth knowing
- Costs £4.22 more than the Gallant on these listings
- Heavier base to fill and move (up to 182lbs with sand)
Best for
- Buyers who want the tallest available bag
- Anyone who wants adjustable shock absorption via removable springs
- Those who want extra base stability via suction cups
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who wants a lighter, more portable base
