Bowflex SelectTech 552 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14

Bowflex SelectTech 552
Bowflex SelectTech 552
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14

Verdict: These products serve fundamentally different purposes with zero overlap in use case. Bowflex SelectTech 552 provides 5-52.5 lb adjustable dumbbells replacing 15 sets at $429 MSRP but is discontinued. New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 offers Fresh Foam X midsole with 6mm drop and 3% bio-based content at $165 MSRP as a current neutral running shoe. Direct comparison is invalid due to mismatched categories.

Bowflex SelectTech 552 lists at $429 while New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 lists at $165 — New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 undercuts Bowflex SelectTech 552 by $264 (160%).

Winner: New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14

Bowflex SelectTech 552: 6.5/10

New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14: 7.5/10

Spec-by-spec comparison

Bowflex SelectTech 552New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
MSRP$429$165
Release Date2024-10
Primary FunctionStrength trainingRunning
Key FeatureAdjustable 5-52.5 lbs in 2.5 lb increments up to 25 lbsFresh Foam X midsole with 3% bio-based content and 6mm drop

Bowflex SelectTech 552

What works

  • Replaces 15 sets of dumbbells
  • 2.5 lb increments up to 25 lbs for precise progression
  • Compact storage for multiple weights

What doesn't

  • Discontinued model with limited availability
  • Higher price at $429 MSRP

New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14

What works

  • Neutral support with engineered mesh upper
  • Lower price at $165 MSRP
  • Current model with fresh foam cushioning

What doesn't

  • Not suitable for weight training
  • Limited to running and walking activities

Bottom line

Our pick: New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14.

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