We compared two pilates rings: the ProBody Pilates Ring and the Phoenix Fitness Pilates Ring.
What we looked at
Handle design, star rating, and price.
The verdict
If you want the largest review history and a manufacturer durability guarantee, the ProBody is the pick at £17.99. If you would rather save £7.20 and get padded handles on both sides, the Phoenix Fitness is the alternative, at £10.79.
A £17.99 ring with 4.5 stars from 9.7K ratings and a carrying pouch.
A £10.79 ring with dual foam-padded handles on both sides.
ProBody Pilates Ring — Highest Rated
Intended for: Marketed as a 14-inch medium-resistance magic circle for toning inner/outer thighs, core, arms, hips and legs, made to be unbreakable with a lifetime manufacturer backing and sold with a carrying pouch. Carries 4.5 stars from 9.7K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 4.5 stars from 9.7K ratings on this listing
- Made unbreakable with manufacturer backing stated
- Includes a carrying pouch for travel
- Medium resistance 14-inch ring
Worth knowing
- Costs £7.20 more than the Phoenix Fitness on these listings
- Single-sided handle grip, not dual-sided like the Phoenix Fitness
Best for
- Buyers who want the largest stated review count and rating
- Anyone who wants a manufacturer durability guarantee
- Those who travel and want a carrying pouch included
Not ideal for
- Budget-conscious buyers
- Anyone who specifically wants dual foam-padded handles
Phoenix Fitness Pilates Ring — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 15-inch magic circle with dual foam-padded handles on both sides for comfort during increased-intensity floor exercises, targeting core stability, flexibility and a full-body workout. Carries 4.4 stars from 1.2K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the ProBody on these listings, at £10.79
- Dual foam-padded handles on both sides, unlike the single-grip ProBody
- Slightly larger 15-inch ring diameter
- 4.4 stars from 1.2K ratings on this listing
Worth knowing
- Fewer total ratings than the ProBody (1.2K vs 9.7K)
- No stated carrying pouch included
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants padded handles on both sides of the ring
- Those who want a slightly larger ring diameter
Not ideal for
- Buyers who want the single largest review count available
- Anyone who wants a carrying pouch bundled in
