A vertical knee raise and dip station packs three of the most effective bodyweight movements — hanging knee raises, dips, and often pull-ups — into a single upright frame. If you're shopping for a Body-Solid vertical knee raise dip station, the lineup ranges from a compact, budget-friendly tower to a weight-assisted commercial station that makes dips and pull-ups accessible to every fitness level. Here's how five Body-Solid options compare.
What to Look for in a Knee Raise and Dip Station
The core things that separate one vertical knee raise dip station from another are frame gauge (how much it flexes under load), back pad angle and support, and whether the station offers weight assistance for users who can't yet do a full bodyweight dip or pull-up. Weight-assisted stations widen who can actually use the machine — someone building toward their first unassisted pull-up gets just as much use out of it as an advanced lifter doing weighted dips.
SVKR1000B Vertical Knee Raise
Price: $1,980 | Dip Handle Spacing: 22.5" or 31.5" | Dimensions: 62"L x 47"W x 103"H | Product Weight: 373 lbs.
The SVKR1000B is the heaviest-duty station in this lineup at 373 lbs., with adjustable dip handle spacing (22.5" or 31.5") so users of different builds can find a comfortable dip position. That kind of mass and adjustability is what you want in a commercial setting where the station sees continuous daily use from a wide range of body types.
Best for: Commercial facilities that want a heavy-duty station with adjustable dip handle spacing for different user sizes.
GVKR82B Vertical Knee Raise Pull Up
Price: $755 | Frame: 2"x2" high-tensile strength steel mainframe | Push-Up Station: elevated 12" off the floor | Product Weight: 112 lbs.
The GVKR82B is the most affordable and compact station here, built on a 2"x2" high-tensile steel mainframe at just 112 lbs. It also includes a push-up station elevated 12" off the floor, adding a fourth bodyweight movement to the knee raise, dip, and pull-up functions most towers offer. For a home gym with limited space and budget, it covers more exercise variety per dollar than any other model in this roundup.
Best for: Home gyms on a budget that still want knee raise, dip, pull-up, and elevated push-up in one compact frame.
FCD-STK Pro Select Weight Assist Chin-Up Dip
Price: $2,560 | Frame: 2"x2" all-4-side welded steel mainframe | Weight Assist: optional 300 lb. or 400 lb. stack | Dimensions: 63"L x 58"W x 83"H | Product Weight: 468 lbs.
The FCD-STK is the only station here with a true weight-assist stack (300 lb. or 400 lb. options), which counterbalances part of your bodyweight so users who can't yet complete an unassisted dip or pull-up can still train the movement through a full range of motion. That makes it the most versatile pick for a facility serving members at very different strength levels.
Best for: Facilities that need weight-assisted dips and pull-ups for members working toward their first unassisted rep.
FCDWA Fusion Chin-Up and Dip with Weight Assist
Price: $1,285 | Dimensions: 65"L x 58"W x 83"H | Product Weight: 180 lbs.
The FCDWA brings weight-assist functionality into Body-Solid's Fusion line at less than half the price of the FCD-STK, in a lighter 180 lb. frame. It's the middle ground in this lineup — assisted training without the commercial-grade weight and price tag of the Pro Select FCD-STK.
Best for: Home gyms that want weight-assisted dips and pull-ups without a full commercial investment.
FCD Fusion Chin-Up and Dip
Price: $870 | Frame: 2"x2" all-4-side welded steel mainframe | Dimensions: 63"L x 42"W x 83"H | Product Weight: 136 lbs.
The FCD is the standard, non-assisted version of the Fusion chin-up and dip station — same 2"x2" all-4-side welded steel mainframe as the FCD-STK, without the weight-assist stack, at a fraction of the price and a narrower 42"W footprint. For users who can already do bodyweight dips and pull-ups and just want a solid station to train on, this is the leanest option in the lineup.
Best for: Users who don't need weight assistance and want a compact, affordable chin-up and dip station.
Quick Comparison Chart
| Model | Price | Key Spec | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| SVKR1000B | $1,980 | Adjustable dip handles, 373 lb. frame | Heavy commercial use |
| GVKR82B | $755 | 2"x2" steel, elevated push-up station, 112 lbs. | Budget home gyms, most exercise variety |
| FCD-STK | $2,560 | 300/400 lb. weight-assist stack | Facilities serving mixed strength levels |
| FCDWA | $1,285 | Weight-assist, 180 lb. frame | Mid-range home gym weight assist |
| FCD | $870 | 2"x2" welded steel, no weight assist | Users who don't need assistance |
Which Knee Raise or Dip Station Should You Buy?
If you or your members already have unassisted dips and pull-ups, the GVKR82B (for a budget-friendly, feature-packed tower) or the FCD (for a straightforward, compact station) both deliver solid steel construction without paying for weight-assist you won't use. If dips and pull-ups are still a work in progress, the FCDWA gets you weight-assist functionality at a home-gym price, while the FCD-STK's 300/400 lb. assist stack and heavier 468 lb. frame make it the pick for a commercial facility serving a wide range of member strength levels. For a heavy-duty station built around adjustable dip handle spacing rather than assistance, the SVKR1000B rounds out the lineup.
Why Buy From Everything Gyms?
Everything Gyms is an authorized Body-Solid dealer, and every knee raise and dip station on this list ships free nationwide straight from Body-Solid's warehouse near Chicago. Every order comes with our price match guarantee and the complete manufacturer warranty Body-Solid stands behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best knee raise dip machine for someone who can't yet do a full dip?
The FCD-STK or FCDWA, both of which include weight-assist stacks that counterbalance part of your bodyweight so you can train dips and pull-ups through a full range of motion while building toward an unassisted rep.
Is the GVKR82B a good power tower for a home gym?
Yes — the GVKR82B combines knee raise, dip, pull-up, and an elevated push-up station on a 2"x2" high-tensile steel mainframe at 112 lbs., making it a compact, affordable option for home gym use.
What's the difference between the SVKR1000B and GVKR82B?
The SVKR1000B is a heavier-duty station (373 lbs.) with adjustable dip handle spacing for different body sizes, built for continuous commercial use. The GVKR82B is lighter (112 lbs.), more affordable, and adds a push-up station.
Do I need a weight-assisted dip station, or is a standard one enough?
If you can already perform bodyweight dips and pull-ups comfortably, a standard station like the FCD covers your needs. If you're still building toward that strength, a weight-assisted option like the FCDWA or FCD-STK lets you train the same movement pattern with support.
How much floor space does a vertical knee raise dip station need?
It varies by model. The FCD needs roughly 63"L x 42"W, while the wider FCD-STK and FCDWA need about 58"W, and the SVKR1000B needs 47"W but stands 103"H — check ceiling height before installing a taller station.
Ready to add hanging core, dip, and pull-up training to your gym? Shop the budget-friendly GVKR82B, the weight-assisted FCD-STK, or the heavy-duty SVKR1000B — all ship free from Everything Gyms, an authorized Body-Solid dealer.