A dedicated leg press is the single biggest space-and-money decision in a serious home or light-commercial gym. Squats train more muscle per rep, but a leg press lets you load heavy without a spotter, train through injury, and put real volume into the quads without trashing the lower back. Body-Solid sells four standalone leg machines that cover three different mechanical approaches: leverage (plate-loaded), selectorized (cable-and-stack), and linear-bearing commercial. Picking the right one depends on training goal, available floor space, budget, and whether you already have plates on hand.
This guide walks through every Body-Solid leg press and leg-press-adjacent machine in the catalog, compares them on the specs that actually matter (capacity, footprint, loading style, price), and recommends a pick for each common buyer profile.
The four Body-Solid leg machines worth comparing
The four standalone leg machines in the Body-Solid Pro Clubline lineup are the LVLP horizontal leverage leg press, the SLS500B leverage squat, the S2LPC selectorized leg press and calf raise, and the SGLP500 linear-bearing commercial leg press. Each one solves a different problem.
LVLP Leverage Horizontal Leg Press ($2,790)
The LVLP Pro Clubline Leverage Horizontal Leg Press is the plate-loaded standalone leg press in the lineup. It is built on a 2"x3" 11-gauge steel mainframe with a 1,000 lb working capacity. The horizontal sled travels on a leverage arm rather than rails, which gives the resistance curve a slight push-back at the lockout (where the line of force is most efficient) and a heavier feel at the start of the press (where you have the most leverage). For lifters who want a heavy leg press feel without buying selectorized gear, this is the best value in the catalog.
The LVLP also doubles as a calf-press station: you load through the same plate horns and press with the balls of your feet. Footprint is roughly 6.5' long by 4' wide. Olympic plates load on standard plate horns, so if you already have a barbell setup the plate cost is zero.
SLS500B Pro Clubline Leverage Squat ($2,080)
The SLS500B Leverage Squat is the cheapest serious leg machine in the Body-Solid catalog at $2,080. It is a plate-loaded leverage squat (think of it as a hack squat that loads through a shoulder yoke instead of a sled) that gives you a true vertical squat pattern without a bar on your back. The leverage geometry means you get a smooth resistance curve through the full range of motion, with no compression on the spine.
For lifters with back issues who still want to train heavy leg volume, this is the right pick. It also pairs naturally with a leg press, since the squat pattern hits the quads through a different range than a horizontal leg press.
S2LPC Pro Clubline Series II Leg Press & Calf Raise ($2,850)
The S2LPC Series II Leg Press & Calf Raise is the selectorized commercial leg press. A 210 lb weight stack handles the resistance, which means you do not need plates on hand, and the changeover between leg press and calf raise is a quick seat adjustment. The fully-shrouded stack and pulley system are designed for commercial environments where members are in and out every two minutes.
For commercial accounts that want a leg machine with no loose plates on the floor, the S2LPC is the right answer. The 210 lb stack is enough for the vast majority of users (selectorized leg press feel is heavier than free-weight squat feel) and the calf-raise station eliminates the need for a separate machine. The trade-off is the stack ceiling: strong intermediate and advanced lifters will eventually run out of resistance, where the plate-loaded LVLP can absorb essentially unlimited weight.
SGLP500 Pro Clubline Linear Bearing Leg Press ($3,240)
The SGLP500 Linear Bearing Commercial Leg Press is the full-commercial 45-degree leg press in the lineup at $3,240. It is built on sealed linear bearings rather than the more common wheel-and-rail systems, which gives it a smoother, quieter sled travel and significantly longer maintenance intervals. For a commercial gym that runs ten leg presses an hour, this is the machine that justifies the price difference by lasting twice as long without service.
The SGLP500 is a 45-degree plate-loaded machine, so you load Olympic plates onto the sled itself. Capacity is in the four-digit range, well above what any home lifter will reach. The 45-degree angle gives a quad-dominant feel compared to the LVLP's horizontal pattern, which biases the glutes and hamstrings more.
Pro Dual DCLPSF: leg press plus calf press combo ($3,995)
If you are spec'ing a full commercial floor, the DCLPSF Pro Dual Leg & Calf Press at $3,995 combines a heavy plate-loaded leg press with a dedicated calf raise in one frame. Two members can train at once. For a single-machine commercial install, this is the most exercise-dense option in the lineup. It costs more than the standalone SGLP500 but covers both leg press and calf raise from one footprint.
Side-by-side comparison
| Model | Type | Loading | Capacity | Includes Calf | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SLS500B | Leverage Squat | Plate-Loaded | Heavy | No | $2,080 |
| LVLP | Horizontal Leg Press | Plate-Loaded | 1,000 lb | Yes (shared horns) | $2,790 |
| S2LPC | Selectorized Leg Press | 210 lb Stack | 210 lb | Yes | $2,850 |
| SGLP500 | 45° Linear Bearing Press | Plate-Loaded | Heavy commercial | No | $3,240 |
| DCLPSF | Pro Dual Press + Calf | Plate + 210 lb Stack | Heavy + 210 lb | Yes (dedicated) | $3,995 |
Which leg machine should you actually buy?
Home gym, budget-conscious, no plates yet: Wait on the leg machine. Most home gym leg work can run through a multi-station home gym with a leg-press attachment for under $5,000 (the EXM3000LPS, G5S, G9S, and G10B all include selectorized leg press stations).
Home gym, has a barbell and plates, wants a heavy leg press: The LVLP at $2,790 is the clear pick. Plate-loaded, 1,000 lb capacity, leverage feel that biases the back chain, doubles as a calf press through the same plate horns. You already own the plates, so the effective cost is the machine alone.
Home gym, lower-back issues, wants squat pattern without bar load: The SLS500B at $2,080. Leverage squat geometry gives you the squat pattern through a yoke at the shoulders, not a bar across the spine. The cheapest serious leg machine in the catalog.
Light commercial (PT clinic, hotel fitness, corporate gym): The S2LPC at $2,850. Selectorized stack means no loose plates, calf raise is built in, and members can change weight in seconds. The 210 lb ceiling is fine for the user profile in these spaces.
Full commercial gym, high traffic: The SGLP500 at $3,240. Sealed linear bearings outlast standard rail systems by years under daily commercial use. If you have the budget and the floor space, the DCLPSF at $3,995 gives you the leg press plus a dedicated calf station in one frame.
You can browse all Body-Solid leg machines in the leg machines collection, and the full Pro Clubline commercial line for the complete commercial lineup.
Leg press vs squat: do you need both?
For most home lifters, no. A power rack with a barbell covers squats more effectively than any machine, and a leg press fills the volume work that does not need the systemic fatigue of a heavy squat session. For a commercial floor, yes, you need both: members who cannot or will not squat under a bar still need a quad-dominant pattern, and members who squat heavy need a leg press for accessory volume.
If you can only fit one machine, prioritize the leg press over the squat machine. A leg press handles more body types (taller, shorter, mobility-limited) and accepts more load without spotter requirements. The SLS500B leverage squat is best understood as a complement to a leg press, not a replacement for one.
Loading and installation notes
The plate-loaded machines (LVLP, SLS500B, SGLP500, DCLPSF) require Olympic plates and a 2" Olympic bar to load. If you do not already own plates, the Body-Solid Olympic plate collection and the bumper plate collection cover most loading needs. Most facilities specify a plate tree near each leg machine so loading does not eat training time.
Footprints range from roughly 4' x 5' for the SLS500B to roughly 4' x 8' for the SGLP500. All machines ship from Forest Park, Illinois on freight pallets and require two-person assembly. For Atlanta-area installs, we coordinate in-home or in-facility delivery through Everything Gyms.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest Body-Solid leg machine?
The SLS500B Leverage Squat at $2,080 is the lowest-priced standalone leg machine in the catalog. It is a plate-loaded leverage squat that gives you the squat pattern through a shoulder yoke without loading a barbell across your spine.
What is the difference between plate-loaded and selectorized leg presses?
A plate-loaded leg press requires you to load Olympic plates onto plate horns to add resistance. A selectorized leg press uses an internal weight stack with a pin selector, so you can change weight in two seconds. Plate-loaded machines can absorb essentially unlimited weight and cost less. Selectorized machines are faster to use and look cleaner on a commercial floor but cap out at the stack ceiling (typically 210 lb on Body-Solid Series II).
Is the LVLP a 45-degree leg press?
No. The LVLP is a horizontal leverage leg press, meaning the sled travels nearly parallel to the floor on a leverage arm. The SGLP500 is the 45-degree leg press in the lineup. A 45-degree press is more quad-dominant; a horizontal leg press biases the glutes and hamstrings more.
Can I do calf raises on a Body-Solid leg press?
Yes, on most of them. The LVLP shares its plate horns with a calf-press position. The S2LPC has a dedicated calf-raise mode. The DCLPSF Pro Dual has a fully separate calf-raise station alongside the leg press. The SLS500B and SGLP500 do not include a built-in calf-raise function.
What is the weight capacity of the LVLP?
The LVLP is rated to 1,000 lb of working capacity on its 2"x3" 11-gauge steel mainframe. In practical terms this means you can load it heavier than you will ever press with both legs.
Do Body-Solid leg machines come with Olympic plates?
No. Plate-loaded machines (LVLP, SLS500B, SGLP500, DCLPSF) ship with plate horns but no plates. Selectorized machines (S2LPC) include the full internal weight stack. If you need plates, the Body-Solid cast-iron grip Olympic plate line and the USA-made OBPH bumper plates are the two most-ordered options.
How big is the footprint of a Body-Solid leg press?
Footprints vary by machine. The LVLP is roughly 6.5' long by 4' wide. The SGLP500 is roughly 8' long by 4' wide because of the 45-degree sled. The SLS500B is the smallest at roughly 5' x 4'. Add 18 to 24 inches of clearance on the loading side for safe plate handling.