The 7 Best Pull-Up Bars for Home, Tested by Fitness Editors and Trainers

BEST OVERALL PULL-UP BAR

Titan Fitness Adjustable Depth Wall Mounted Pull Up Bar

ProsHas a sturdy, 11-gauge steel buildSupports up to 400 poundsCosts less than $100ConsOnly comes with a straight barSticks out two feet from the wallWe like the Titan Fitness Adjustable Depth Pull-Up Bar because it’s sturdy, bare-bones, and relatively affordable. The mounting is a touch more complicated than doorway-mounted and freestanding bars, but Titan’s pull-up bar holds up to 400 pounds and feels stable.

“This is my favorite wall-mounted pull-up bar and the one I recommend to most of my clients,” says Men’s Health Fitness Director Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S.. “Assembly is pretty easy, and the unit is sturdy enough to handle weighted pull-ups and even a jump up onto the bar. Tighten the bolts every few months (they occasionally loosen a bit), and you’ll be all set.”

For $80, we love that Titan offers an 11-gauge steel build. And although some folks may not love how far the bar juts out from the wall, the depth allows more clearance for movements like muscle ups (assuming you have the vertical space), leg raises, and L-sit pull-ups. You do need a wall with studs that can accommodate over four feet of length, but this shouldn’t be a problem for most people.

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TypeWall-mountedWeight Capacity850 lbsProduct Weight48 lbsMaterialsAlloy steelDimensions50.25” L x 23” W x 23.75” HBar Diameter1.10″WarrantyLifetime in-home frame warrantyAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below

BEST BUDGET HOME PULL-UP BAR

Iron Gym Pull Up Bars

ProsOnce assembled, the bar mounts and unmounts in secondsThe bar is easily stored for a clean spaceYou can travel with this barConsBar can feel wobbly and unstable at timesThe weight capacity is 300 pounds, the lightest on our listIt can potentially damage your doorframe if you’re too roughThe Iron Gym bar isn’t going to win any prizes for its build quality or aesthetics, but it’s a relatively cheap and reliable option. This is your best option if you want to do more pull-ups at home on a budget. I’ve used this bar for over two years, and it’s held up just fine. The neutral handles are the most comfortable and are the ones I use most often. The bar has scuffed up my doorframe, but I was easily able to remove the marks with a Magic Eraser.

You can perform overhand-, underhand-, and neutral-grip pull-ups on this bar, making it one of the more versatile pull-up bars on our list. This bar is rated to hold up to 300 pounds, so a 180-pound guy can do weight pull-ups with up to 120 extra pounds. It doesn’t feel as stable compared to wall-mounted or free-standing bars, however. The frame will bend slightly while you use it, and if you move too quickly, it may feel like it’ll pop off the frame—which has never happened to me.

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TypeDoor-mountedWeight Capacity300 lbsProduct Weight4 lbsMaterialsPlastic, metalDimensions37” L x 37” W x 11.5” HBar Diameter1.5″Warranty1-year warrantyBEST HOME PULL-UP BAR HANDLES

Jayflex Fitness CrossGrips

ProsExtremely travel-friendlyCompact design for easy storage Fits most doors: 2-4” tall and 4.5-7.5” wideIt can be used for push-upsConsNo neutral-grip handle optionSupports only 250 poundsCrossGrips are a door-mounted option with a unique design that offers the most versatility and convenience of any pull-bar on our list. Weighing just two pounds each, you can throw these into almost any bag and attach them to any door. You can also perform other exercises on them (like l-sits and push-ups).

We also like that you can adjust them horizontally, making your grip as wide or narrow as the door frame allows. The weight limit is low compared to other options on our list, but we think it’s a fair trade for the portability of the CrossGrips.

Site note: Truett Hanes of MTN OPS used these to train for his world record setting 8,100 pull-ups in 24 hours in 2023. So while they’re small and compact, they can hang with the best.

TypeDoor-mountedWeight Capacity250 lbsProduct Weight1.9 lbs (each)MaterialsPolycarbonate frame; powder-coated handlesDimensions7” L x 10” W x 3” HBar DiameterN/AWarranty2-year warrantyAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below

BEST LOW PROFILE PULL-UP BAR

The Basebar

ProsSupports up to 600 poundsIt can adjust to two heights: 33 and 52 inchesIt’s a minimalist free-standing bar that can be easily moved and storedConsYou can’t perform pull-ups from standingIt isn’t stable enough for kipping pull-upsIt takes up more space than a mounted pull-up bar”I love Basebar because it’s a standalone unit, and doesn’t need to be bolted into my wall or attached to a door frame,” Samuel says. “It’s also super-versatile in that it has 33-inch or 52-inch heights. I can do rows and gymnastics work at the lower height, or shift it to the 52-inch setting for pull-ups and chin-ups.”

The BaseBar supports up to 600 pounds, which is enough for most folks. Still, weight capacity doesn’t always equate to stability, as Samuel found when using the bar. “If there’s a weakness to the unit,” he says, “it’s that it doesn’t handle well with kipping movements (although few in-home pull-up bars truly do). That said, it hasn’t left marks on my walls and is extra-easy to move from room to room.”

The adjustable height allows for various movements, like inverted rows, knee tucks, and front levels. When you’re done, store it in the corner of your room or your closet. You’ll barely know the BaseBar is there.

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TypeFree-standing pull-up barWeight Capacity660 lbsProduct Weight22 lbsMaterialpowder-coated steelDimensions32″ L x 35″ W x 33″ or 52″ H (adjustable)Bar Diameter2”BEST DOORWAY PULL-UP BAR

Rogue Jammer Pull-up Bar

ProsComes with a lifetime frame warrantySupports up to 500 poundsIt is only 8-inches deep for a less intrusive feelConsThe shallow depth and straight-bar design limit you to pull-ups and chin-upsOne of the more expensive bars on our listRogue is renowned for its manufacturing quality and design, and the Jammer pull-up bar is no exception. With the word “Rogue” laser-cut into the top of the bar, this bar will add cool to your home gym. Its no-frills design makes pull-ups accessible wherever you mount it.

We like that the bar sticks out only eight inches, making this the most compact mounted bar on this list. It’s designed to mount over your doorway and offers enough room for your hands and wrists—making overhand and underhand pull-ups an option—and for your chin to clear the bar. With a weight capacity of 500 pounds, you won’t have to worry while banging out sets of weighted reps.

TypeWall-mountedWeight Capacity500 lbsProduct Weight33 lbsMaterials11-gauge steelDimensions43” L x 7” W x 8.875” HBar diameter1.125″WarrantyLimited lifetime frame and structural weld warrantyAdvertisement – Continue Reading Below

BEST COMBINATION PULL-UP BAR + SQUAT STAND

Titan Fitness T-3 Series Tall Squat Stand

ProsIt’s a squat stand, which allows for more versatilityIt can hold up to 1,000 poundsConstructed with 11-gauge steelConsThis squat stand takes up considerably more space than other bars on this listThis is the most expensive option on our listLooking to build out your home gym? Most squat stands and power racks come with pull-up bars, so you can take the two-birds-one-stone approach. We like Titan’s T-3 Squat Stand because it supports 1,000 pounds, has a fairly compact footprint, and is constructed with 11-gauge steel.

Because you’re buying a squat stand, not a pull-up bar, you’ll need considerably more space—not just for the stand but for the plates, barbell, and bench you’ll presumably pair with this purchase. Also, consider this a straight bar, so you only have two grip options for pull-ups.

TypeFree-standing pull-up barWeight Capacity1,000 lbsProduct Weight140 lbsMaterials Used11-gauge steelDimensions47” L x 42” W x 92.5” HBar Diameter1.25″Warranty1-year warranty

Andrew Gutman, NASM-CPT is a journalist with a decade of experience covering fitness and nutrition. His work has been published in Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Muscle & Fitness, and Gear Patrol. Outside of writing, Andrew trains in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, helps coach his gym’s kickboxing team, and enjoys reading and cooking.

Ebenezer Samuel, C.S.C.S., is the fitness director of Men’s Health and a certified trainer with more than 10 years of training experience. He’s logged training time with NFL athletes and track athletes and his current training regimen includes weight training, HIIT conditioning, and yoga. Before joining Men’s Health, he served as a sports columnist and tech columnist for the New York Daily News.

David Otey, CSCS is a fitness writer, NYC-based strength coach, and Men’s Health Advisory Board member who specializes in strength and hypertrophy protocols as well as athletic performance. For more on Otey check out www.oteyfitness.com.

Charles Thorp is the Fitness and Commerce Editor at Men’s Health, where he shares the best product recommendations in gym equipment, recovery tools, supplements, and more. Following an early life in athletics, Charles became a NASM-certified trainer and began writing programs alongside the most respected coaches in the world.

Since entering the world of fitness content, Charles has had the opportunity to learn from and train alongside high performance individuals from the NFL, UFC, NBA, Formula 1, CrossFit, US Olympics, and Navy SEALs. When he’s not writing about training programs or gear, he can be seen at the gym or in the wild, putting them to the test.