A dial adjustable dumbbell lets you turn a dial to choose how many weight plates lift with the handle, while the rest stay in the holder (Bowflex 1090 owner's manual). The Bowflex SelectTech 552 and 1090 are well-known dial dumbbells. This guide compares their published specs with FitnessLab's 24kg and 40kg dial pairs, and checks where Bowflex's dumbbells can be bought in Australia.
Specs come from each maker's own pages, linked below. Where we could not confirm something, we say so. Jump to the comparison table.
Quick answer
FitnessLab's 24kg pair (15 weight levels) and 40kg pair (17 levels) sit in the same range classes as the Bowflex SelectTech 552 (15 settings) and 1090 (17 settings). The main practical difference is availability: when we checked, we could not find Bowflex's dumbbells sold on Bowflex's Australian site.
How dial adjustable dumbbells work
Each dumbbell sits in a base or holder that carries all of its plates. You choose a weight with the dial, then lift the handle out. The plates you selected lift with the handle, and the rest stay in the base.
Bowflex's 1090 owner's manual describes the process for its own dumbbells: turn the adjustment knob at each end to the weight number, lift the dumbbell straight up and out of the base, and return it vertically. The manual also says the handle stays locked to the base if a knob is not fully engaged, and tells users to select the same number on both ends (Bowflex 1090 owner's manual).
On FitnessLab's pairs, the weight is changed with the turn of a dial. For setup and care of a FitnessLab pair, follow the manual in the box.
Side-by-side comparison
The 24kg pair is shown next to the SelectTech 552, and the 40kg pair next to the 1090. Each pairing is the closest in range, not an equivalent product. Read across for range per dumbbell, number of settings, size, what is included, warranty and where each is sold.
FitnessLab 24kg pair and Bowflex SelectTech 552
| Attribute | FitnessLab 24kg pair | Bowflex SelectTech 552 |
|---|---|---|
| Sold as | Pair (2 dumbbells, 2 holders, user manual) | Pair (with storage trays) |
| Range per dumbbell | 2.5-24kg | 2.3-23.9 kg (5-52.5 lb) |
| Two dumbbells at maximum setting | 48kg | about 47.6 kg (105 lb) |
| Settings per dumbbell | 15 | 15 |
| Size per dumbbell (as listed) | 43 x 21 x 21 cm; 43 x 21 x 23 cm with holder | 43 x 21.2 x 22.8 cm |
| Adjustment | Turn of a dial | Dial at each end; unselected plates stay in the base |
| Handle | Knurled | Non-slip grips (Bowflex wording) |
| Included storage | 2 holders | 2 storage trays |
| Warranty | '1-year Australian warranty' (product-page badge) | Parts 2 years (US site) |
| Price | $209 | US$399 (approx. A$572) |
| Where to buy in Australia | FitnessLab online store; ships Australia-wide from Dandenong South VIC, delivery calculated at checkout | Not found on bowflex.com.au (Max Trainer site only); bowflex.com ships within the US; Amazon Australia listing 'Currently unavailable'. Bowflex lists Johnson Health Tech. Australia as its AU contact. |
FitnessLab 40kg pair and Bowflex SelectTech 1090
| Attribute | FitnessLab 40kg pair | Bowflex SelectTech 1090 |
|---|---|---|
| Sold as | Pair (2 dumbbells, 2 holders, user manual) | Pair (with storage trays) |
| Range per dumbbell | 5-40kg | 4.5-40.8 kg (10-90 lb) |
| Two dumbbells at maximum setting | 80kg | about 81.6 kg (180 lb) |
| Settings per dumbbell | 17 | 17 |
| Size per dumbbell (as listed) | 45 x 25 x 25 cm; 55 x 29 x 30 cm with holder | 44.4 x 24.2 x 25.3 cm |
| Adjustment | Turn of a dial | Dial at each end; unselected plates stay in the base |
| Handle | Knurled steel | Knurled hand grips |
| Included storage | 2 holders | 2 storage trays |
| Warranty | '1-year Australian warranty' (product-page badge) | Parts 3 years (US site) |
| Price | $369 | US$649 (approx. A$931) |
| Where to buy in Australia | FitnessLab online store; ships Australia-wide from Dandenong South VIC, delivery calculated at checkout | Not found on bowflex.com.au (Max Trainer site only); bowflex.com ships within the US. Bowflex lists Johnson Health Tech. Australia as its AU contact. |
Table notes. Bowflex price: US sale price shown on bowflex.com on 5 Nov 2026 (sale ends 14 Nov), no AU price from Bowflex; excludes shipping, import duty and GST. Approx. AUD at A$1 = US$0.6972 (RBA, 4 Nov 2026). The approximate AUD is a conversion only, not what an Australian buyer would pay, and prices are rechecked on the day this guide is published or updated. Size: makers measure differently; Bowflex does not say whether its figure includes the storage tray. Warranty: FitnessLab's is the badge on the product page, and the terms are not published on the site; Bowflex's is the US site parts warranty, and Australian terms may differ. Bowflex pair totals are our arithmetic from the per-dumbbell maximum.
Bowflex SelectTech 552 and 1090: what they are
Both are dial-selector dumbbells sold as a pair on Bowflex's US site.
The Results Series 552 has 15 settings per dumbbell, from 5 to 52.5 lb (2.3 to 23.9 kg), and Bowflex says it replaces 15 sets of weights. Each dumbbell measures 43 x 21.2 x 22.8 cm. Bowflex lists quick adjustment dials, a locking mechanism, non-slip grips and storage trays, with a SelectTech stand sold separately. The US site lists a 2-year parts warranty and a price of US$399 (Bowflex 552 page).
The Results Series 1090 has 17 settings per dumbbell, from 10 to 90 lb (4.5 to 40.8 kg), and Bowflex says it replaces 17 sets of weights. Each dumbbell measures 44.4 x 24.2 x 25.3 cm, the same figure given in the owner's manual. Bowflex lists quick adjustment dials, a locking mechanism, knurled hand grips and storage trays, with a stand sold separately. The US site lists a 3-year parts warranty and a price of US$649 (Bowflex 1090 page).
FitnessLab 24kg and 40kg dial pairs: what they are
Both FitnessLab products are sold as a pair, with two dumbbells, two holders and a user manual in the box. Each has a knurled handle, and the weight changes with the turn of a dial.
The 24kg adjustable dumbbell pair comes in red, yellow and blue, with the same specs in each colour. Each dumbbell adjusts from 2.5kg to 24kg across 15 levels, so the pair gives you 48kg combined. Each dumbbell measures 43 x 21 x 21 cm, or 43 x 21 x 23 cm in its holder. It is $209 in each colour.
The 40kg adjustable dumbbell pair adjusts from 5kg to 40kg per dumbbell across 17 levels, or 80kg combined. Each dumbbell measures 45 x 25 x 25 cm, or 55 x 29 x 30 cm in its holder. It is $369.
Both product pages show a '1-year Australian warranty' badge.
Where to buy in Australia
This is what we found on each channel when we checked on 5 Nov 2026. Stock changes, so check with the seller for current availability.
- Bowflex Australia site: bowflex.com.au redirects to a Bowflex Max Trainer site. Its home page shows Max Trainer machines and no dumbbells.
- Bowflex US store: the 552 product page says orders ship within the 48 contiguous US states and cannot ship to international destinations.
- Amazon Australia: the Results Series 552 listing showed 'Currently unavailable' with no featured offers.
- Bowflex's local contact: Bowflex's global contact page lists Johnson Health Tech. Australia for Australia and New Zealand.
We did not find an Australian price for the SelectTech dumbbells from Bowflex itself.
FitnessLab sells its 24kg and 40kg pairs online and ships Australia-wide from Dandenong South VIC. Shipping is calculated at checkout; see the shipping policy for estimated delivery times.
How to choose
Work through what you need, in this order.
- Range per hand. The 24kg pair gives two dumbbells that each go up to 24kg (48kg combined). The 40kg pair gives two that each go up to 40kg (80kg combined).
- Number of levels. 15 on the 24kg pair, 17 on the 40kg pair.
- Size and storage space. Measure where the holders will sit. The listed sizes with holder are in the table.
- Handle. Both FitnessLab pairs have a knurled handle.
- What is in the box. Each FitnessLab pair includes two dumbbells, two holders and a user manual.
- Price. Check the current price for the product you are looking at, and for an overseas product, the shipping, duty and GST that apply.
- Warranty and returns. FitnessLab's product pages show a '1-year Australian warranty' badge. FitnessLab offers a 30-day change-of-mind return, subject to conditions, and Australian Consumer Law guarantees apply (refund policy).
- Local support. Consider who you would contact in Australia if you had a question after delivery.
FAQ
What is a dial adjustable dumbbell?
A dumbbell with a dial that picks how many weight plates lift with the handle, while the rest stay in the base. Bowflex's 1090 owner's manual describes it this way.
Is there a Bowflex SelectTech alternative in Australia?
FitnessLab sells dial adjustable dumbbell pairs in Australia: a 24kg pair (15 levels) and a 40kg pair (17 levels). They are separate products from Bowflex; compare the specs in the table.
How do FitnessLab's 24kg and 40kg pairs compare with the SelectTech 552 and 1090?
The 24kg pair and the 552 both have 15 settings per dumbbell, and the 40kg pair and the 1090 both have 17. Ranges and sizes are in the table.
Can I buy Bowflex SelectTech dumbbells in Australia?
When we checked, we could not find them on Bowflex's Australian site, and the Amazon Australia listing for the Results Series 552 showed 'Currently unavailable'. Check with the seller for current stock.
What weight settings does the Bowflex SelectTech 552 have?
Fifteen settings per dumbbell, from 5 to 52.5 lb (2.3 to 23.9 kg).
What weight settings does the Bowflex SelectTech 1090 have?
Seventeen settings per dumbbell, from 10 to 90 lb (4.5 to 40.8 kg).
Can I drop adjustable dumbbells?
No. Bowflex's 1090 owner's manual says not to drop its dumbbells, and that dropping can damage the plates or locking mechanism and void the warranty. For FitnessLab's pairs, follow the manual in the box.
What warranty do they have?
Bowflex lists 2 years on parts for the 552 and 3 years for the 1090 on its US site; Australian terms may differ. FitnessLab's product pages show a '1-year Australian warranty' badge; the terms are not published on the site.
Shop the dial pairs
- 24kg adjustable dumbbell pair, red: $209
- 24kg adjustable dumbbell pair, yellow: $209
- 24kg adjustable dumbbell pair, blue: $209
- 40kg adjustable dumbbell pair: $369
- All adjustable dumbbells
Sources
All checked 5 Nov 2026 (Melbourne time) and rechecked on the day of publishing.
- Bowflex Results Series 552 SelectTech dumbbells: https://www.bowflex.com/products/bowflex-results-series-552-selecttech-dumbbells
- Bowflex Results Series 1090 SelectTech dumbbells: https://www.bowflex.com/products/bowflex-results-series-1090-selecttech-dumbbells
- Bowflex SelectTech 1090 owner's manual: https://download.bowflex.com/supportdocs/OM/Bowflex/BFX.BD1090.OM.EN.pdf
- Bowflex Australia: https://www.bowflex.com.au
- Amazon Australia, Results Series 552 listing: https://www.amazon.com.au/BowFlex-Results-SelectTech-Dumbbells-Pair/dp/B0FRNG2N5H
- Bowflex global contact page: https://global.bowflex.com/pages/contact
- Reserve Bank of Australia exchange rates: https://www.rba.gov.au/statistics/frequency/exchange-rates.html
- FitnessLab product pages, shipping policy and refund policy
Bowflex and SelectTech are trademarks of their respective owners. FitnessLab is not affiliated with Bowflex. Bowflex information is taken from the sources linked above and may change.