The Best Lifting Straps in 2023

Getting quality materials and a comfortable grip at a fair price is kind of a hassle. If you’re constantly hitting the gym, you spend a lot of money on your diet and supplements, so finding affordable gear is very important. The Gymreapers Lifting wrist straps are a solid pick for anyone who wants to find a quality lifting strap at an affordable price.

Now, onto the straps themselves, they’re pretty heavy-duty, with reinforced neoprene padding. With plenty of thickness to them, a good texture, and comfortable padding, you’re able to get much more grip and wrist support when deadlifting heavy weights. The padding makes them easy on the skin, so you won’t get any “carpet burns” from the intense friction.

As stated above, they’re affordable, and for the money, you’re getting quality construction and a lot of length. You can wrap them around your barbell 2-3 times, giving you amazing support for powering through harder workouts. Pair them with a reliable pair of weightlifting boots and you’re good to go. Overall, great value.

If you’ve been following our reviews, then you know that Rogue is a truly amazing manufacturer. Their products come with amazing aesthetic design, solid features, reliable materials, and the Rogue brand guarantee. In the US, they’re a household name in the weightlifting industry.

Now, make sure that you know right off the bat that these are leather lifting straps. Rogue often uses leather as their main material when designing quality lifting products, and their lifting straps are no different. While they offer superior grip and support for pain and stability, these performance tweaks come at a cost. If you have arm hair, then you’ll be looking at some chafing. They do provide some sort of padding, but chafing will still be a common occurrence. Whether you’re willing to make that sacrifice, it’s up to you.

If you’re looking for a good grip and plenty of support for deadlifts, then the Rogue leather lifting straps will get you there. They come at a competitive price, and the leather is high-quality. Just make sure to either shave your forearms or deal with the chafing if you’re gonna pick up these bad boys.

Warm Body Cold Mind – this is what’s written on this pair of lifting wrist straps designed by the champ himself and winner of both World and European Weightlifting Championships, Oleksiy Torokhitiy. With this in mind, you can rest assured knowing that this is a pair of lifting straps designed and used by professionals.

We already know what these lifting wrist straps are meant for, and you can feel at ease knowing that they definitely deliver on boosting your lifts. Furthermore, you can experience a much more comfortable grip with the Warm Body Cold Mind lifting straps by Oleksiy. They’re made of cotton, natural leather, and neoprene padding, which is rated to be slightly better than polyester straps.

These lifting wrist straps are tested and rated to be durable for lifting up to 770 pounds (350kg). Their measurements include 22 inches long, 1.6 inches wide, and are extremely resistant against tearing, they absorb sweat, and won’t irritate your skin. It’s everything one needs to lift more, improve strength, and prevent injury.

Leather suede seems like the go-to material of choice for Dark Iron Fitness products, and we understand why. Leather suede gives a lot of support because of its inherent durability. It’s also pretty grippy, so once you get the lifting straps set up, they’ll give a reliable fit and good grip for your intense lifting reps.

The design itself is a bit flashy. If you were to ask me, I’d say that it’s maybe a bit too out there. The logo and font seem a bit unpolished, but if you’re looking for a raw, masculine look, then it might be a good choice for you. The red stitching across the entire strap hints at durability, giving the multi-layer leather a lot of added longevity.

When you’re shopping for lifting straps, the only things that really matter is the durability of the product and the grip and stability it provides for your workouts. We think that the Dark Iron Fitness lifting straps will deliver beautifully on all levels and that they will be a great addition to your gym bag.

The Rip Toned Lifting Straps are some of the most used weightlifting products out there. They’re very affordable, made using high-quality heavy-duty cotton, and are padded. You can machine wash, which can’t be said about the leather suede products, and they provide a great level of support while bringing superior comfort.

If you’re not very experienced with powerlifting but you notice that your grip strength is becoming a barrier, these are a great stepping stone. These straps are well-designed for all sorts of lifts. Great grip, great support, amazing straps.

In terms of design, they’re very lowkey. Pretty minimalistic, come in a variety of simple colorations, and measure a good 23’’. The length will allow you to loop it around your barbell several times, getting optimal grip support. We’re very happy with the Rip Toned lifting straps.

If you want to shift more of the weight on your hands rather than your wrists, then a pair of tough figure 8 straps will be a better choice for your routine. The Iron Ape Figure 8 Straps provide a better grip for those who want to get into serious powerlifting, all while keeping your wrists protected.

Figure 8 straps are a bit more uncommon, but that’s just because of the market. They’re still a solid choice for heavy lifting. Even 2017 Strongman winner Eddie Hall uses this style as his go-to powerlifting aid. They’re much easier to equip, provide the same level of support, and are easier to use.

The Iron Ape Figure 8 straps come with a minimalistic design. They’re made from the same heavy-duty cotton that we’ve seen in mid-range products, but they don’t have any sort of padding. And you don’t need any sort of padding with this style of lifting straps. You get multiple sizes for different types of wrists and a simple sizing guide to know how to switch from normal to figure 8 straps. Solid product.

The Serious Steel Figure 8 straps come at a bit higher price point, but they do bring more stitching, a full year warranty, and more overall durability. Coming in 10, 12, and 14’’ variants, you have plenty of leeway in terms of a good fit. Whether you have more narrow or wider wrists, you’ll have no trouble finding a product that provides a good fit when factoring in the barbell.

The heavy cotton canvas construction makes them very comfortable to wear, especially considering the padding. With that extra stitching, you have a lot of grip support, enough comfort to get you through those reps, and you won’t experience chafing or rug burns from the friction.

For a slightly higher price than its competitors, you’re getting a bump in quality. Overall, the Serious Steel Fitness figure 8 straps enhance your grip strength for intense workouts, are made using high-quality materials and are very easy to equip. They come highly recommended.

If you’re looking for something cheap that will get the job done, the Harbinger Padded Lifting Straps are a good buy. With 12.5 inches of length, you get plenty of material to go around. The blend of heavy-duty cotton and synthetic, paired with the padding on the wrist area, makes them a solid pick, even if they’re more of a value-oriented product.

The stitching is solid, the materials are high-quality, so you can take them to the gym and rough ‘em up. You’ll be seeing months, even years of use, all for a very attractive price. The reason they’re cheaper while still delivering good features is that they’re manufactured in Asia, so if you’re planning on doing sustainable, ethical shopping, then try to avoid these.

With that out of the way, we think you’re gonna get good mileage out of the Harbinger Padded Cotton Lifting Straps during all your workouts.

The IronMind Sew-Easy Lifting straps are the last item we’ve deemed fit to include in our review, but that’s not to say that they’re last in terms of quality. Everything we’ve featured so far is solid, and these are no different. With more than 30 years of experience, IronMind has the industry knowledge needed to develop a quality product.

The Sew-Easy lifting straps are like an in-between product. They’re not figure 8 straps, but they’re not standard either. They’re sewn-together, to provide better grip and more stability. The material is a bit slicker, so your grip strength won’t be that great. It’s a great crutch if you’re looking to rely more on your natural grip and less on a supportive item. The sewed half-twists are flattened, so your palm won’t have to press on an uneven surface.

These are nylon, so they’re considerably less comfortable than cotton or canvas straps, but are also more durable. The stitching is great and the design is solid. They’re also pretty minimalistic, and the blue color isn’t too in your face.