We compared two heavy exercise battle ropes: the GYM MASTER Battle Rope (9M) and the PROIRON Battle Ropes (12M).
What we looked at
Length and material, handle protection, and price.
The verdict
If you want the lower price on a 9m battle rope for strength and endurance training, the GYM MASTER is the value pick at £25.99. If you would rather pay £7.00 more for a longer 12m rope made from heavier, more durable Poly Dac material, the PROIRON is the alternative, at £32.99.
A £25.99 9m battle rope for home strength training.
A £32.99 12m battle rope in heavy-duty Poly Dac material.
GYM MASTER Battle Rope For Strength Training, 9M — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 9m battle rope with a 38mm diameter made from Duron rope, designed for exercises like double and alternating waves, shoulder circles, floor snakes and power slams to build weight loss, muscle mass and toning, heat-shrink sealed ends for a protective hand grip and long-term durability, and a design that coils up for easy storage. Stated as not suitable for commercial use.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the PROIRON on these listings, at £25.99
- Heat-shrink sealed ends for grip protection, per the listing
- Coils up for easy storage
- Suited to a range of battle-rope exercises
Worth knowing
- Shorter length: 9m against the PROIRON's 12m
- Stated as not suitable for commercial use, unlike heavier-duty ropes
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Home users wanting a shorter, easier-to-store rope
- Those newer to battle rope training
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants the longest possible rope
- Commercial gym settings
PROIRON Battle Ropes, 12M — Longest & Heaviest
Intended for: Marketed as a battle rope made from 100% Poly Dac, heavier than polypropylene and polyester, with the 12m version weighing approximately 10kg, a 38mm diameter and 3-strand twisted design that won't fray or leave fibres on the floor, 40cm nylon sleeve-covered ends for added durability, heat-shrink handles for a firm grip, and versatility for crossfit, fitness training, athletes and boxers.
What we liked
- Longer length: 12m, against the GYM MASTER's 9m
- Heavier-duty Poly Dac material, per the listing
- 40cm nylon sleeve covers protect against friction
- 3-strand twisted design resists fraying
Worth knowing
- Costs £7.00 more than the GYM MASTER on these listings
- Heavier and bulkier to store at around 10kg
Best for
- Buyers who want the longest rope for challenging workouts
- Anyone who wants heavier-duty Poly Dac material
- Those who want extra friction protection on the ends
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone with limited storage space wanting the shortest rope
