Verdict: These products serve fundamentally different purposes—one for strength training and one for running—so direct comparison is limited. The On Cloudmonster 2 (released 2024-02, 10.4 oz, 6mm drop per On specs) is the stronger current product with better value at $180 MSRP. The Bowflex SelectTech 552 (5-52.5 lbs, 2.5 lb increments to 25 lbs per Bowflex specs) is discontinued and less relevant today.
Bowflex SelectTech 552 lists at $429 while On Cloudmonster 2 lists at $180 — On Cloudmonster 2 undercuts Bowflex SelectTech 552 by $249 (138%).
Winner: On Cloudmonster 2
Bowflex SelectTech 552: 6.5/10
On Cloudmonster 2: 8/10
| Bowflex SelectTech 552 | On Cloudmonster 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Max Load | 52.5 lbs | — |
| Adjustment Type | dial | — |
| Weight | — | 10.4 oz (men) |
| Drop | — | 6mm |
Our pick: On Cloudmonster 2.
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