Body-Solid's G-Series home gyms cover a wide range of budgets and use cases, and the G1B, G5B, and G6B are three of the core entry points. If you're comparing this Body-Solid G-Series home gym lineup and trying to figure out which single-stack machine actually fits your space, your training goals, and your budget, here's a straightforward breakdown of what separates them.
Body-Solid G1B Multi-Station Gym
Price: $2,100 | Application: Residential | Weight Stack: 160 lbs. | Dimensions: 55"L x 47"W x 83"H | Product Weight: 324 lbs.
The G1B Multi-Station Gym is Body-Solid's residential-grade entry into the G-Series, and its 55"L x 47"W footprint is the smallest of the three by a wide margin — a real consideration if you're working with a spare room or a corner of a garage rather than a dedicated gym space. It uses a 160 lb. weight stack and the same 2,200 lb. tension aircraft cables found across the line, backed by Body-Solid's lifetime warranty.
Because it's built and rated for residential use rather than commercial, the G1B is the lightest-duty of the three at 324 lbs., which also makes it the easiest to move and assemble in a tight space.
Best for: smaller households, first-time home gym buyers, and spaces where footprint is the top priority.
Body-Solid G5B Multi-Station Gym
Price: $3,955 | Application: Commercial | Weight Stack: 210 lbs. (260 lb. upgrade available) | Dimensions: 83"L x 46"W x 84"H | Product Weight: 504 lbs.
The G5B Multi-Station Gym steps up to a commercial application rating with a 210 lb. weight stack (upgradable to 260 lbs.) and Body-Solid's commercial/lifetime warranty. At 83" long, it needs considerably more room than the G1B, but that length buys more stations and a heavier-duty 504 lb. frame built to handle repeated commercial use, not just occasional home workouts.
If you've outgrown a compact single-stack gym or you're outfitting a space that needs to hold up to daily, multi-user training, the G5B's commercial rating and heavier stack options are the reason to pay the jump in price over the G1B.
Best for: serious home gyms, small studios, or multi-user households that need commercial-grade durability and a heavier weight stack.
Body-Solid G6B Bi-Angular Multi-Station Gym
Price: $3,855 | Application: Commercial | Weight Stack: 210 lbs. (260 lb. upgrade option) | Dimensions: 84"L x 58"W x 83"H | Unit Weight: 547 lbs.
The G6B Bi-Angular Multi-Station Gym shares the G5B's commercial application, 210 lb. stack (260 lb. upgrade option), and price range, but its bi-angular press arm design is the real differentiator — it's built to let pressing and pulling movements track through more natural angles than a fixed-arm single stack. At 58" wide, it's also the widest footprint of the three, and at 547 lbs. it's the heaviest, reflecting its more complex linkage system.
Choosing between the G5B and G6B usually comes down to how much you value that bi-angular movement pattern versus the G5B's more compact width for the same commercial-grade durability and stack weight.
Best for: lifters who want a more natural, bi-angular range of motion in a commercial-grade single-stack gym and have the floor space for the wider footprint.
Quick Comparison Chart
| Model | Price | Key Spec | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| G1B | $2,100 | Residential, 160 lb. stack, 55"L x 47"W x 83"H | Compact spaces, first home gym |
| G5B | $3,955 | Commercial, 210 lb. stack (260 lb. option), 83"L x 46"W x 84"H | Heavier-duty commercial use |
| G6B | $3,855 | Commercial, 210 lb. stack (260 lb. option), bi-angular arms, 84"L x 58"W x 83"H | Natural pressing/pulling angles |
Which G-Series Gym Fits Your Space and Budget?
Think of these three less as direct competitors and more as tiers. The G1B is the budget and space-conscious residential option. The G5B and G6B both move into commercial-grade territory at a similar price, with the deciding factor between them being footprint (G5B is narrower) versus movement pattern (G6B's bi-angular arms). If you're not sure how much weight stack you'll eventually need, note that both the G5B and G6B offer a 260 lb. stack upgrade, while the G1B is fixed at 160 lbs.
Why Buy From Everything Gyms?
As an authorized Body-Solid dealer, Everything Gyms ships every G-Series gym straight from Body-Solid's warehouse near Chicago, which keeps lead times and freight costs down. Every order includes free nationwide shipping, our price match guarantee, and the full manufacturer warranty listed on each product page — plus real support if you have questions before or after you buy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the Body-Solid G1B, G5B, and G6B?
The G1B is a residential-grade single stack gym with a 160 lb. weight stack, priced at $2,100. The G5B and G6B are both commercial-grade gyms with 210 lb. stacks (260 lb. upgrade available), priced at $3,955 and $3,855 respectively — the G6B adds a bi-angular press arm design that the G5B does not have.
Is the Body-Solid G6B a good bi-angular home gym?
The G6B's bi-angular arm design lets pressing and pulling movements track through more natural angles than a fixed single-stack machine, while still offering the same commercial-grade 210 lb. stack (260 lb. upgrade option) as the G5B.
How does the G6B compare to other G-Series gyms beyond the G5B?
Within this comparison, the G6B is closest in price and stack weight to the G5B; the main differences are the G6B's bi-angular arms and wider 58" footprint versus the G5B's narrower 46" width.
Which Body-Solid G-Series home gym should I buy?
If floor space and budget are the priority, the G1B is the smallest and least expensive. If you need commercial-grade durability and a heavier stack, choose between the G5B (narrower footprint) and G6B (bi-angular arms, wider footprint) based on your available space and preferred movement pattern.
Find Your G-Series Gym
Whether you need the compact G1B Multi-Station Gym, the commercial-grade G5B Multi-Station Gym, or the bi-angular G6B Bi-Angular Multi-Station Gym, Everything Gyms has all three ready to ship.