Bowflex SelectTech 552 vs New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
Verdict: These products serve fundamentally different purposes—one is adjustable dumbbells for strength training and the other is running shoes for distance running—making direct comparison inappropriate and capping confidence at 55. The Bowflex SelectTech 552 delivers 15 weight increments in a compact form while the New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 provides 8 mm drop with Fresh Foam X cushioning per Runner's World testing. No shared metrics allow meaningful head-to-head scoring across categories.
Winner: N/A - different categories
Bowflex SelectTech 552: 6.5/10
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14: 8/10
Spec-by-spec comparison
| Bowflex SelectTech 552 | New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 | |
|---|---|---|
| Weight Range | 5-52.5 lbs per dumbbell | — |
| Adjustments | 15 increments | — |
| Material | Cast iron plates with plastic housing | — |
| Pair Weight | 105 lbs total | — |
| Weight | — | 8.7 oz per shoe |
| Drop | — | 8 mm |
Bowflex SelectTech 552
What works
- 15 weight increments from 5 to 52.5 lbs
- Compact storage tray included
- Durable cast iron construction
What doesn't
- Price exceeds $300 per pair
- Adjustment mechanism can stick over time
New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
What works
- Plush Fresh Foam X cushioning for long runs
- Smooth rocker geometry
- Breathable engineered mesh upper
What doesn't
- Higher price point around $165
- May feel less stable on very fast efforts
Bottom line
Our pick: N/A - different categories.
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