Short answer: Answer three questions (budget from $500 to $5k+, where the gym will live, and your main goal) and the Home Gym Builder gives you a ranked shopping list from our buying guides, with every item linked to its full ranking. It is free and needs no sign-up.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Home Gym Builder do?
It turns your budget, space and goal into a ranked list of equipment to buy, drawn from the top picks in our guides. Each item links to the guide that compares and ranks it, so you can check the alternatives.
Can I build a home gym for under $1,000?
Yes. Our home gym under $1,000 guide builds a full barbell gym around the REP PR-1100 rack, a Synergee bar and CAP bumpers, plus a cheaper Titan build.
Will a power rack fit in my basement?
Low ceilings are the usual problem. Choose “Basement (low ceiling)” in the builder, then check your exact numbers with the power rack ceiling height calculator and our guide to squat racks for compact garages.
Does the list show prices?
No. Prices change daily, so the list shows none; each Check price button opens the retailer’s page, where you see the price. We may earn a commission from Amazon links at no extra cost to you (affiliate disclosure).
Prefer a quicker answer? The 3-question home gym quiz returns 3-5 picks. Not medical advice.