Fitvids POG-1INIP-10X2 Weight Plates Review
Our verdict
At $19.17, the Fitvids POG-1INIP-10X2 is the cheapest plate in this lineup and also carries the most reviews, 350 of them, at a 4.6-star average. Built from cast iron in a 2-piece, 5-pound set for standard 1-inch bars, it pairs a proven review track record with the lowest price point here.
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Owners of standard 1-inch barbells who want a well-reviewed, budget cast iron plate set to build out their weight. The 350-review count and 4.6-star average make it a low-risk pick for anyone stocking a home gym on a budget.
Skip if
Skip it if the barbell in use has a 2-inch Olympic sleeve, since this set is built for 1-inch bars only. Lifters wanting a heavier single increment than 5 pounds total across two plates should look elsewhere too.
- Material Cast Iron
- Weight 5 Pounds
- Color Standard (1-Inch Center)
- Pieces 2
- Priced 73% below the category median ($69.99 across 114 tracked models)
Our scorecard
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Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 350 owner ratings
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Popularity3.2/5
350 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other home gym and fitness equipment we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
Anyone assembling a home barbell setup around a standard 1-inch bar eventually needs small plates to round out the load, and the Fitvids POG-1INIP-10X2 is aimed squarely at that need. At $19.17, it's a 2-piece cast iron set totaling 5 pounds, priced as the cheapest option in this comparison by a clear margin.
Cast iron is a step up in material from the alloy steel used in some of the same brand's other plates, generally regarded as a sturdier, longer-lasting choice for repeated use. Compared to the pricier Body-Solid #ORT at $54 or the far more expensive $787 Body-Solid Cast Iron Olympic set, this plate delivers a comparable cast iron build at a fraction of the cost, though it's sized for a different bar sleeve than the Olympic-only options.
The review numbers back up the value case. A 4.6-star average across 350 reviews is both the highest rating and the largest review base in this group, well ahead of the 78 and 105-review counts posted by some alternatives. Bought last month reads 0+ on the listing, so recent order volume isn't specified, but a rating this high sustained over 350 reviews suggests broad, consistent satisfaction rather than a small or lucky sample.
Pros
- Cast iron construction, generally more durable than the alloy steel used in cheaper plates in this lineup
- 4.6-star average across 350 reviews, the largest review base of any plate compared here
- $19.17 price makes it the least expensive option in this comparison
- 1-inch standard center fits the barbells most common in entry-level home gyms
- 2-piece, 5-pound set gives a manageable small increment for a working weight
- Currently in stock and available to ship
Cons
- Won't fit a 2-inch Olympic bar, only standard 1-inch sleeves
- 5 pounds total across two plates is a small increment, so heavier stacking needs several sets
- Bought-last-month shows 0+, so current order pace isn't visible from the listing
- Cast iron plates can be heavier per pound of load than aluminum alternatives, which matters if weight of the plate itself is a factor
Specifications
| Material | Cast Iron |
|---|---|
| Weight | 5 Pounds |
| Color | Standard (1-Inch Center) |
| Pieces | 2 |
Performance notes
Cast iron remains one of the most common materials for small barbell plates because it holds up well to repeated on-and-off loading and doesn't dent or chip the way lighter alloys can over time. This set totals 5 pounds split across two pieces, so each individual plate is a light 2.5 pounds, useful for making small jumps rather than carrying the bulk of a working set. The 1-inch center bore is built for standard bars, the sleeve size on most budget and mid-range barbells rather than the thicker 2-inch Olympic standard. At $19.17 for the pair, the price per pound comes out to under $4, among the lowest of any plate in this comparison, which is a meaningful detail for anyone assembling a full stack of small increments on a budget.
What buyers say
With 350 reviews at a 4.6-star average, this plate has the deepest track record in the group by a wide margin, more than double the 170 reviews behind the PlateMate and well past the 195 reviews the #ORT carries. A high rating sustained across that many reviews is a stronger signal than a similar score on a smaller sample, since it's harder for a fluke run of good luck to hold up over hundreds of buyers. The listing's bought-last-month figure sits at 0+, so it doesn't add information about recent momentum, but the historical review pattern here is about as reassuring as this comparison set gets.
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Frequently asked questions
How does this plate compare to the alloy steel Fitvids options?
This one uses cast iron instead of alloy steel, which is generally the sturdier material for plates that get loaded and unloaded often. It also carries the strongest review record in the lineup, 350 reviews at 4.6 stars, and the lowest price at $19.17.
Will this fit an Olympic barbell?
No. This set has a 1-inch center bore made for standard bars, not the 2-inch sleeve used on Olympic bars. Anyone with an Olympic barbell needs a plate drilled for that wider sleeve, such as the Fitvids POG-2INIP version instead of this one.
Is 5 pounds across two plates enough weight to matter?
It's meant as a small increment, not a primary weight source. Two plates at roughly 2.5 pounds each let a lifter nudge a working set up slightly, which is useful once heavier plates already make up most of the load on the bar.