Choosing the best ab roller is an exercise in itself. That’s why we put together this magnificent Top 10 list of the best ab wheels. Whether you’re a newbie or an ab rolling beast, we’ve got you covered in our guide below.
In this guide, we share:
- Top 10 Ab Roller Wheels
- Ab Roller Reviews
- The Best Ab Roller Workouts
- FAQ
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#1) Elite Sportz Equipment Dual Ab Wheel  |
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#2) Sports Research Sweet Sweat Ab Wheel  |
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#3) Fitnessery Ab Roller  |
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#4) Perfect Fitness Ab Carver Pro Roller  |
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#5) EnterSports 6-in-1 Ab Roller Kit  |
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#6) Epitomie Fitness BIO Core Ab Roller Wheel  |
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#7) SNODE Ab Roller Machine (S550)  |
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#8) Wonder Maxi Ab Roller Wheel  |
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#9) LAFENI Ab Roller (Upgraded Version)  |
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#10) N1Fit Ab Roller Wheel  |
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Best Ab Roller Reviews
Now it’s time to dissect each of the ab wheels in our Top 10. What makes these the best ab roller wheels on the market? What are current owners saying about their experiences with these rollers? That’s what we’re about to answer for you. Let’s get rolling! (please excuse the corny pun, too much green tea again)
#1) Elite Sportz Equipment Ab Roller
It was a tough decision choosing our #1 pick, and in the end, we chose Elite Sportz Equipment Ab Rollers. Why? First off, we love the handles. Second, both wheels are on the smaller side, making them portable and suitable for all skill levels. Whether you want to get your workout on in your office, at home, or while on the road, either Elite roller is a terrific choice.
The feature that really won us over is the smoothness of the wheel. Of all the rollers we’ve tested, Elite rolls the smoothest. Outside of the design features, we also like the company and know they stand behind their rollers. An Elite Sportz Equipment roller will last you a lifetime. You also get some bonus video tutorials when you receive your roller to get you shredding your core in no time.
Perfect for all skill levels- The smoothest ab wheel on the market
- Ultimate stability, especially with the Dual-Wheel Roller
- Super Durable
- Easy to assemble
- Awesome bargain price
- Lightweight (good for travel)
- Sore abs starting from day 1!
- Too small for some users
- Cheaply made according to some people
- The movement may feel awkward to you
#2) Sports Research Sweet Sweat Ab Wheel
Sports Research’s line of Sweet Sweat products has consistently impressed us, and we’re in love with their ab wheel. We believe it’s currently the best single-wheel ab roller available. The main highlights of this wheel are the 3″ wide wheel for extra stability and the non-slip comfort-grip handles.
The 4.5″ handles are long enough to accommodate all hand sizes, that is unless you have Kawhi-Leonard-sized mitts. Sports Research is also kind enough to throw in a branded knee mat and back the wheel up with a 1-year warranty.
Great for all skill levels- Beginners are working their way up the ab ladder quickly!
- Super comfortable grips (better than competitors)
- Supports larger individuals over 250 lbs
- Very Sturdy
- Easy multi-directional movement for hitting the obliques
- Fluid movement throughout each workout
- Fair Price
- Several quality control issues with the wheel sliding/wobbling
- Not the best choice for beginners
#3) Fitnessery Ab Roller Wheel
The Fitnessery Ab Roller is perhaps the most reliable roller on the market and a top seller for that very reason. It was actually tough for us to put it at #3 because it could easily be #1 on our list. You probably already noticed that the Fitnessery wheel’s design is very similar to the Elite Sportz Equipment single-wheel roller. Well, that’s because it’s the most efficient design.
One key difference between the Fitnessery and Elite rollers is the length, which is one of the reasons we chose Elite over Fitnessery. The Elite roller is .8″ longer, making it slightly better for people with larger hands. On the flip side of the coin, the Fitnessery roller includes a nifty knee mat, while the Elite rollers do not.
Suitable for all skill levels- High-quality materials, especially at this price point
- Extremely sturdy
- Thick grips on the handles prevent hand & wrist pain
- The awesome knee pad and 2 bonus E-books (cool stuff)
- Easy to assemble/disassemble (take it anywhere)
- Quality rubber tread on the wheel
- The grips can slide around and need to be adjusted to keep the wheel in place
- Not the easiest wheel for beginners
#4) Perfect Fitness Ab Carver Pro Roller
The Perfect Fitness Ab Carver is the best ab roller machine out there and our top pick for beginners. You may be wondering what makes this type of ab roller different? The main feature – that’s great for beginners – is the internal carbon steel spring. The spring provides resistance when rolling out to make sure you don’t land on your face, and more importantly for beginners, assistance while returning to your starting position.
We also love the ergonomic handles on this roller, however, they’re not for everyone. Advanced users sometimes find that the handles are too short, which can make it difficult to engage the entire core. Depending on your skill level and desires, the Ab Carver may or may not be the perfect choice for you.
The last consideration is the thick foam knee pads that come with this roller. They’re certainly some of the best available, and it’s hard to beat the package price for this ab roller machine.
Suitable for all skill levels, Best for Beginners- Amazing before & after results
- A premium piece of equipment
- Super convenient to use (place it next to your TV)
- Maximum Stability
- A great addition to any weight-loss regimen
- Depending on your height, the roller may not assist your entire return movement
- Handles are too short for some advanced users
- Heavier than standard ab wheels
#5) EnterSports 6-in-1 Ab Roller Kit
This list wouldn’t be complete without the best equipment for abs. If you’re anything like us and prefer to go all-in when sculpting your dreamy six-pack, this kit will take you to the highest of six-pack highs! It’s critical to mix up your routine with planks, standard ab roller workouts, and roller workouts w/ resistance as you improve your skills.
The EnterSports set includes push-up brackets for hardcore push-ups & planks workouts. Plus, it comes with 2 resistance bands and a thick foam knee pad. Considering the entire set costs about the same as an ab roller on its own, this set is certainly worth a look.
Excellent for all skill levels- The best travel workout kit
- The resistance bands take ab shredding to the next level
- Tons of workout options to tone your entire body
- Sturdy, wide ab wheel
- Includes a free manual & training ideas to jumpstart your routine and results
- Awesome ergonomic comfort grips
- Easy to use for all skill levels
- The roller may feel small to larger individuals
- Resistance bands may be too short for people 6′ or taller
- Smallish knee pad
#6) Epitomie Fitness BIO Core Ab Roller Wheel
The Epitomie Ab Roller is certainly one of our favorites because of the option to spread the wheels for extra stability or keep them together for harder ab roller workouts. That feature in itself makes this one of the best ab rollers for beginners and people who like to mix up their ab routine with multiple directions including oblique work.
Another feature we like is the silicone thread that makes for ultra-smooth movements during your workout. Beginners should be careful when first starting out by putting a stopper in front of them or using a resistance band.
Overall, this ab roller is made for people who are on a mission to get six-pack abs.
Great for all skill levels, especially advanced users- Superb traction
- Shreds the core more than other ab rollers
- Quality construction
- Super comfortable handles
- Fluid movement
- Knee pad included
- Excellent stability
- Too hard to use for some beginners
- Difficult assembly for some users
- May need to adjust the wheels too often
#7) SNODE S550 Ab Roller Machine
Meet the most premium and advanced ab roller machine, the Snode S550. Where the Perfect Fitness Ab Carver falls short, the Snode S550 does not. One major complaint about the Ab Carver is the assistance on the return movement. The Snode 550 has the longest rebound assistance distance we’ve seen. This is the ultimate ab wheel for beginners and anyone who wants to avoid injury or upsetting any existing injuries.
Another advantage of the Snode S550 is the longer handles, which takes care of another problem with the Ab Carver. The biggest hurdle is the higher price. We believe for the quality, the price is worth it, and sometimes paying more equals more motivation to use what you bought.
The digital workout display shows the time, # of reps, and calories burnt during your session.
Our #1 Pick for Beginners & Dedicated Ab Shredders- Superior resistance and rebound assistance (better than the Ab Carver)
- Patented Spring Steel Sheet System
- The most stable ab wheel
- Targets abs quite well
- Includes knee pad
- Easy to put together
- Supreme Comfort
- Super smooth movement
- Heavier than standard ab rollers
- Requires more assembly
#8) Wonder Maxi Ab Roller Wheel
The Wonder Maxi Ab Roller is an under-the-radar ab wheel with some worthy features that are difficult to find in most rollers. For one, the Wonder Maxi handles are longer, making this wheel a top choice for people with big hands. The wide wheel provides more stability for larger users and reduces the chance of any wobbling during your shredding session.
Despite its larger size, the Maxi Ab Roller is roughly the same weight as most standard ab rollers. It’s great for travel or taking with you on the go. The last highlight we want to point out is the included thick EVA foam knee pad that’s thicker than the pads included with most other ab rollers.
Excellent for all skill levels- Top-Notch Stability
- Longer handles than most ab wheels
- Quiet rubber-coated wheel
- No wobbling
- Excellent for beginners
- No padding on the handles
- Can be tough to assemble
#9) LAFENI Ab Roller
The extra-wide LAFENI ab roller supports up to a whopping 600 lbs yet it only weighs 1.3 lbs, making it one of the most travel-friendly ab rollers in our Top 10. What we like a lot about the updated version are the longer easier-to-grip handles. If you’re a fan of a wide wheel, the LAFENI wheel sports a 3.7″ width.
This ab roller also comes with a resistance band for assistance during your workout and a thick-foam knee pad. Overall, the LAFENI wheel is one of the most stable on the market and another top selection for people with larger hands and bodies.
Perfect for all skill levels- Rolls smoothly on all surfaces
- Easy to assemble (excellent for travel)
- Super Sturdy
- Handles click into place, no wobbling or play
- Friendly Customer Service
- Serious increase in core strength and definition
- Durability issues
- Smaller than it appears
#10) N1Fit Ab Roller Wheel
Closing out our Top 10 is our top budget pick, the N1Fit Ab Roller. If you’re a fan of the Elite & Fitnessery rollers and want to shave a few bucks off the price, then the N1Fit could be the one for you.
For a lower price, you get a roller with essentially all the same features. If all doesn’t go as planned, you even get a 2-year warranty on an already budget-friendly piece of equipment.
Excellent for all skill levels, our #1 Budget Pick- Durable, high-quality materials for a great price
- Rolls smoothly
- Sturdy handles
- Easy on the joints
- Compact and light (an excellent travel roller)
- Strong enough to support larger individuals
- Easy assembly
- No knee pad included
- The grips can be hard to slide on (lightly wet the handle to make it a lot easier)
Best Ab Roller Workouts
Are you ready to get the shredded six-pack of your dreams? Owning an ab roller is an integral part of the journey because ab roller workouts are some of the best of the best. In fact, a lot of ab aficionados prefer rollers over the fancy machines in the gym (we do too).
Quality ab roller workouts are right up there with hanging leg raises for building up a muscular core and getting all those tiny muscles around your ribs engaged.
Below is a list of key considerations and things to do before and once you get started:
- If you’ve never used an ab roller, the key is to start slowly. Unless your core is already shredded, it’s mighty difficult to hop on an ab roller and start churning out reps. The key here is baby steps. Even just one rep is good enough to start.
- Do a lot of planks (master the plank) before you start doing ab roller workouts. This way, you build foundational strength in your core and learn to stabilize it before moving up to the ab roller.
- Physioball (Yoga Ball) Stirs & Rollouts – These workouts train you to balance your body and stabilize your core before you start using an ab roller. The rollouts are particularly helpful since you mimic the ab roller motion higher off the ground. The higher you are off the ground the easier it is to complete the motion.
- Once you start using the ab roller, keep your knees elevated on a knee pad or other mat and your lower back stable.
Now you’re ready to start rolling! Below is a list of the top 5 best ab roller workouts in progressive order starting with the easiest:
- Ab Wheel Plank
- Moving Ab Wheel Plank
- Kneeling Ab Wheel Rollout
- Reverse Ab Wheel Rollout
- Standing Ab Wheel Rollout
Demonstration Video
Remember, the gentleman in the video above makes it look a lot easier than it actually is. We noticed that some people asked where his abs are? His abs are there, but his diet wasn’t on par with his amazing Standing Ab Wheel Rollout form when he made this video, that’s for sure.
The key takeaway is to start small and work your way up the ladder. The Ab Wheel Plank is the best place to start to learn balance and to get a feel for the roller. You’ll know when it’s time to take the next step as your comfort level rises.
Finally, always focus on perfecting your form as you progress through the workouts. Your form needs to be on point before moving on to the next workout.
FAQ
How effective are ab rollers?
EXTREMELY! Ab rollers aren’t one of those gimmick fitness products that promise incredible results with little work. The best fitness equipment is often cheap, simple, and highly effective.
Our two favorite core exercises for building six-pack abs are variations of ab rollouts and hanging leg raises. These two workouts are all you need to build six-pack abs from a physical standpoint.
When combined with a proper diet, ab rollouts may be all you need to build a shredded six-pack. Once you become more advanced, you can start moving in multiple directions to get your obliques involved. If you’re one of the few people who reach the status of a Standing Ab Wheel Rollout, you’ll already be lightyears ahead of most people.
The best part is ab rollers work most of your body, not just your abs. Having said all of this, don’t expect the journey to be easy. A lot of negative reviews for ab rollers are written by people who gave up too quickly or couldn’t do rollouts on the wheel right out of the box.
The section above has all the information you need to be successful on any of the ab rollers in our Top 10. The key is to engage your stomach muscles when you use an ab roller, not your arms. We preach mind-muscle connection here, and it’s particularly important when exercising on an ab wheel.
How to do ab roller workouts for maximum results?
The best way to learn how to do ab roller workouts is to learn what to avoid. The gentleman in the video below demonstrates the most common ab roller mistakes and how to avoid them in a very easy-to-understand way:
To summarize:
- Keep the body flat and lower back stable (do your best not to flex your hips or arch your back)
- Don’t force yourself to do more reps with bad form (once you’re done with good form, that’s it until your next session)
- Track your distance by using a wall or fixed object to stop the wheel
- Lift your feet off the ground during the rollout once you become more advanced to push your core even harder
- Don’t bend your elbows, try to keep your arms as straight as possible throughout the workout
- Move slowly up through the different ab roller workouts from easiest to hardest to prevent injury
- Keep each set continuous, meaning no resting between reps (this step keeps your muscles under tension throughout the entirety of each set for better results)
What muscles do ab rollers work?
As we mentioned already, the ab rollout is a whole lot more than just an ab workout. It gets all of the following body parts involved:
- Obliques
- Quadriceps
- Back (Latissimus dorsi)
- Abdomen
- Lower pectoralis major (chest)
- Teres major (shoulders)
- Triceps
- Deltoid
Awesome, right? The more you work on your form and advance your strength the more you’ll be able to tailor your movements on the ab roller to target specific muscles.
Where to buy an ab roller?
Ab rollers are easy to find at almost any sporting goods store, although the selection most likely won’t be as vast as what’s available online and may cost a few bucks more. The best deals we found and widest selection are online.
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Bottom Line
Does an ab roller work? The definitive answer is yes, but it’s up to you. How hard will you push yourself to get six-pack abs and will you combine a proper diet with your ab roller workouts to maximize results?
Of all the pieces of equipment we recommend and review on our site, ab rollers are at or near the top of the list. Ab rollers are the real deal, and they’re for people who are serious about taking their core strength to previously undiscovered heights.
The best ab roller wheels in our Top 10 are all superb choices for your exciting six-pack journey!
