Buying guide
Home Training Corner
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You do not need a full gym to get stronger, just one dedicated corner and a plan. This collection assembles a proper home setup: a hangboard for finger strength, a campus board when you are ready for power, a solid pull-up bar, holds for a spray wall, and grip and forearm trainers for the days between sessions. The page is split into six sections (Hangboards; Campus Boards; Pull-Up Bars; Climbing Holds; Grip Strengtheners; Forearm Trainers), followed by every pick ranked by our score so you can compare them in one place.
The short version
We compared 24 picks. Our scores range from 6.2 to 8.6 out of 10.
- Best overall:TRANGO Rock Prodigy Hangboard - Finger Training Board for Rock Climbing, Build Finger Strength, Forge. Highest overall score in this guide at 8.6/10.
- Also great value:Grip Strength Trainer Set - 6 Pack Adjustable Hand Grippers for Forearm, Wrist and Finger Strength. Value score of 9/10, overall 7.5/10.
- Solid build:IronMind Two-Way Captains of Crush Grip Strengthener Set: CoC No. 1 Gripper and Expand-Your-Hand Bands. Build and materials score of 9/10, overall 8.6/10.
- Feature-rich:Atomik Rock Climbing Holds Set of 115 Bolt-On Steep Wall Style Slopers, Jugs, Pinches, and Crimps in Assorted Earth Tones. Features score of 9/10, overall 8.6/10.
Scores are our editorial assessment, not customer ratings. How we score
Hangboards
- TRANGO Rock Prodigy Hangboard - Finger Training Board for Rock Climbing, Build Finger Strength, ForgeOur score8.6/10
- TWO STONES Climbing Hangboard with Jugs, Slopes and Edges, Pockets, Door Mounted Training Station (CJ-HB2001)Our score7.8/10
- Metolius Project Training Board CNC (Black/White Swirl)Our score7.8/10
- YY Vertical Verticalboard Evo Hangboard for Rock Climbing Experts, Excellent Grip, Magnetic InsertsOur score7.8/10
Campus Boards
- Workshop 19/50 Campus Rungs G (Set of 10 pcs) for Climbing Walls (14mm)Our score8.4/10
- Metolius Wooden Campus Board Rungs - MediumOur score7.9/10
- TWO STONES Campus Rungs Set for Campus Board, Wood Rock Climbing Holds for Bouldering Training (Large)Our score7.6/10
- RUSTAM CLIMBING Edges Set Campus Board Rung Kit 6-Pack - Wooden Finger Board Trainer for Grip StrengthOur score7.0/10
Pull-Up Bars
- 3 in 1 Rock Climbing Training System - Wooden Hangboard, Doorway Pull Up Bar and Adjustable Grip StrengthenerOur score7.6/10
- Hangboard Rock Climbing Hangboard with Doorway Pull Up Bar, 2 in 1 Fingerboard with Jugs Pinches Pockets Edges and SlopesOur score7.6/10
- 2 in 1 Hang Rock Climbing Hangboard Doorway Pull Up Bar with Jugs, Pinches, Pockets, Edges and Slopes, No Drilling RequiredOur score7.6/10
- Pull Up Bar for Doorway - Multi-Grip Chin Up Bar Heavy Duty with All AccessoriesOur score6.7/10
Climbing Holds
- Atomik Rock Climbing Holds Set of 115 Bolt-On Steep Wall Style Slopers, Jugs, Pinches, and Crimps in Assorted Earth TonesOur score8.6/10
- Atomik Climbing Holds Set of 60 Bolt-On Steep Wall Footholds, Crimpers, Jugs, Pinches, Slopers in Assorted Earth TonesOur score8.4/10
- Metolius Mega Packs Climbing Holds - 30 HoldsOur score7.8/10
- Liliful 64 Pcs Rock Climbing Hold Set with Mounting Hardware for Outdoor Indoor PlaygroundOur score7.3/10
Grip Strengtheners
- IronMind Two-Way Captains of Crush Grip Strengthener Set: CoC No. 1 Gripper and Expand-Your-Hand BandsOur score8.6/10
- PROHANDS Gripmaster Hand Exerciser, Spring-Loaded Finger-Piston System (Set of 3, Blue, Red, Black)Our score8.0/10
- Captains of Crush Hand Gripper Guide (60 lb.) - The Gold Standard of Grippers, Made in the USAOur score7.6/10
- Prohands Gripmaster Hand Exerciser, Finger Exerciser, Spring-Loaded (1.5 lb XX-Light Tension, Green)Our score7.4/10
Forearm Trainers
- Grip Strength Trainer Set - 6 Pack Adjustable Hand Grippers for Forearm, Wrist and Finger StrengthOur score7.5/10
- AIXPI Grip Strength Trainer, Hand Grip Exerciser Strengthener with Adjustable Resistance 11-132 Lbs (5-60kg), Forearm Strengthener, Hand Exerciser for Muscle Building and Injury Recover Black 1 PackOur score7.0/10
- Great Ape Grips Black - Grip Strength Trainer, Hand and Forearm StrengthenerOur score6.8/10
- Grip Pro Trainer Hand Grip Forearm Strength GripperOur score6.2/10
All 24 picks, ranked by our score
Every product from the sections above, listed once. Sort by the criterion you care about most, or tick up to three to compare.
#1Trango's Rock Prodigy hangboard, a finger training board designed for building strength with structured programs.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + Rock Prodigy design is based on popular training methods
- + Split board shape reduces strain on shoulders
- + Trango build is durable for serious training
- - Mounting requires sturdy installation
- - Advanced grips may be too hard for beginners
#2Atomik's set of 115 bolt-on steep wall holds with slopers, jugs, pinches and crimps in assorted earth tones.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 9/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 115 holds can fill an entire home wall or steep board
- + Steep wall style shapes suit overhanging home setups
- + Earth tones look natural and hide chalk
- - Large set is expensive upfront compared with smaller packs
- - Assorted colors make it harder to set color-coded problems
#3IronMind's Two-Way Captains of Crush set with a CoC No. 1 gripper and Expand-Your-Hand bands for balanced hand training.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + No. 1 gripper builds crush strength for pinches and slopers
- + Expand-Your-Hand bands train extensor muscles for balance
- + IronMind is a respected grip training brand
- - No. 1 tension may be too hard for beginners
- - Bands and gripper combined cost more than simple grippers
#4Workshop 19/50 Campus Rungs G, a set of 10 pcs 14mm rungs for climbing walls and home campus boards.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Set of 10 pcs builds a full-height campus ladder
- + 14mm edges suit intermediate to advanced finger strength
- + Workshop 19/50 makes training gear with climbers in mind
- - 14mm edges are too small for climbers new to campusing
- - Requires a sturdy overhanging board to mount correctly
#5Atomik's set of 60 bolt-on steep wall holds with footholds, crimpers, jugs, pinches and slopers in earth tones.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 60 holds include footholds, which many sets lack
- + Steep wall shapes are designed for overhanging boards
- + Mid-size set balances cost and wall coverage
- - Crimpers can be tough on beginners' fingers
- - Earth tones blend together when setting problems
#6PROHANDS Gripmaster hand exerciser set of 3 in blue, red and black, a spring-loaded finger piston system.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Set of 3 provides progressive resistance for finger strength
- + Individual finger pistons train each finger separately
- + Gripmaster is a long-standing hand training tool
- - Spring pistons can feel less natural than climbing holds
- - Set may be more than casual climbers need
#7Metolius' medium wooden campus board rungs, the classic mid-size rung for home and gym campus boards.
Fit for the job 9/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Medium depth is the standard size for many campus programs
- + Metolius rungs are proven in gyms for years
- + Wood offers consistent friction without tearing skin
- - Check how many rungs come in the pack before ordering
- - Medium size may be too hard for beginners and too easy for experts
#8TWO STONES' door mounted hangboard (CJ-HB2001) with jugs, slopes, edges and pockets for home training.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Jugs, slopes, edges and pockets cover varied grip training
- + Door mounted design saves space at home
- + Good entry option for climbers new to hangboarding
- - Door mounting may require extra hardware or frames
- - Budget brand grips may be rougher than premium boards
#9The Metolius Project Training Board is a compact 24.5 by 6 inch hangboard with holds set along a broad arc that tapers outward and downward. It ships with instructions, a training guide and all mounting hardware.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + Holds are arranged along an arc that tapers outward and downward, which the listing ties to better ergonomics.
- + At 24.5 by 6 inches it is a compact board for small home walls and tight spaces above a door frame.
- + Instructions, a training guide and all mounting hardware are included, so only a suitable mounting surface is needed.
- - The compact size leaves room for fewer hold options than the larger boards in this guide.
- - The listing does not give edge depths or a hold count, so it is hard to compare grips before buying.
#10YY Vertical's Verticalboard Evo hangboard for experts, with excellent grip and magnetic inserts.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 7/10
- + Magnetic inserts allow custom grip setups
- + Expert design targets advanced finger training
- + YY Vertical is known for innovative training gear
- - Expert focus makes it too hard for beginners
- - Premium price compared with standard boards
#11Metolius Mega Packs climbing holds with 30 holds, a varied starter pack for home climbing walls.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 30 holds provide a solid start for a small home wall
- + Metolius holds are known for durable, skin-friendly texture
- + Mixed sizes support a range of problems
- - 30 holds may not fill a larger wall
- - Check hold shapes suit the angles on your home wall
#12TWO STONES' large wooden campus rungs set, bouldering training holds for building a home campus board.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + Wooden rungs are kind to skin on repeated campus laps
- + Large size gives newer campus trainers a more forgiving edge
- + Set format lets you build a whole ladder at once
- - Backboard and mounting surface are not included
- - Campus training is high-risk for climbers without a strength base
#13A 3 in 1 climbing training system with a wooden hangboard, doorway pull up bar and adjustable grip strengthener.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 3 in 1 bundle covers fingers, pulling and grip in one kit
- + Wooden hangboard is gentler on skin than resin boards
- + Doorway setup avoids drilling for renters
- - Doorway bars depend on the strength and width of your door frame
- - Bundled grip strengthener is likely basic quality
#14A 2 in 1 hangboard with a doorway pull up bar, with jugs, pinches, pockets, edges and slopes for home training.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 2 in 1 design pairs finger training with regular pull ups
- + Wide grip variety covers jugs, pinches, pockets and slopers
- + Good value for climbers starting a home routine
- - Resin grips on budget boards can feel harsh on skin
- - Doorway mount limits hanging with added weight
#15A 2 in 1 hangboard and doorway pull up bar with jugs, pinches, pockets, edges and slopes, no drilling required.
Fit for the job 8/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + No drilling required, so it suits rented apartments
- + Varied holds support progression from jugs to edges
- + Pull up bar adds strength work alongside finger training
- - Door frame fit must be checked before relying on it
- - Expect more flex than a permanent wall-mounted setup
#16Captains of Crush Hand Gripper Guide (60 lb.), the gold standard gripper made in the USA for crush grip training.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 9/10 · Value 8/10
- + 60 lb. tension is a good entry point for grip strength
- + Made in the USA with a reputation for consistent tension
- + Durable steel spring gripper lasts for years
- - Crush grip only partly helps open-hand climbing holds
- - Single tension level requires buying more for progression
#17A 6 Pack adjustable hand gripper set for forearm, wrist and finger strength, a varied budget training kit.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 9/10
- + 6 Pack includes multiple tools for grip and finger work
- + Adjustable grippers scale resistance as you get stronger
- + Set covers wrists and fingers for balanced training
- - Quality can vary across the budget pieces
- - Some tools may overlap in function
#18Prohands Gripmaster Hand Exerciser, Finger Exerciser, Spring-Loaded (1.5 lb XX-Light Tension, Green)
Prohands Gripmaster hand exerciser in green with 1.5 lb XX-Light tension, a gentle spring-loaded finger trainer.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 8/10 · Value 8/10
- + 1.5 lb XX-Light tension is ideal for rehab or warmups
- + Spring-loaded pistons train individual fingers
- + Compact tool fits easily in a pocket or bag
- - Very light tension is not enough for strength building
- - Single tension level limits progression
#19Liliful's 64 Pcs rock climbing hold set with mounting hardware for outdoor or indoor playground walls.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 8/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + 64 Pcs with mounting hardware make setup straightforward
- + Playground focus suits kids' climbing walls
- + Indoor and outdoor use adds versatility
- - Kids-oriented shapes are not ideal for adult training
- - Plastic holds may fade outdoors in strong sun
#20RUSTAM CLIMBING's 6-Pack wooden edges set and campus board rung kit for grip strength training.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 8/10
- + 6-Pack of rungs covers a short campus ladder
- + Wooden edges feel natural on skin during dynamic moves
- + Kit format suits climbers building their first board
- - Check the edge depths suit your current finger strength level
- - Six rungs limit reach for taller climbers or longer ladders
#21The AIXPI grip trainer is a single spring gripper with adjustable resistance that starts at 11 lb. It is a low-cost way to add crush-grip and forearm work between climbing days.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 9/10
- + Adjustable resistance starts at 11 lb, so one gripper covers warm-ups and harder sets without buying a full set.
- + The handle is described as ergonomic and wrapped in a soft material, and the unit measures 4.3 by 5.8 inches.
- + The listing describes heavy-duty plastic with reinforced metal alloy, at one of the lowest prices in this guide.
- - The title lists a top setting of 132 lb while a bullet says 110 lb, so the true maximum resistance is unclear.
- - A spring gripper trains closing strength only, not the open-hand and pinch positions climbers also use.
#22Great Ape Grips in black, a grip strength trainer that works hands and forearms with thick handles.
Fit for the job 7/10 · Features and specs 6/10 · Build and materials 7/10 · Value 7/10
- + Thick grip design mimics pinches and slopers
- + Builds forearm strength useful for sustained climbing
- + Durable build is made for repeated training
- - Needs a bar or weight to use effectively
- - Bulky grips are less portable than small hand grippers
#23A multi-grip heavy duty doorway pull up bar with all accessories, a general chin up bar for home strength work.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 7/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Multi-grip handles allow wide, narrow and neutral pull ups
- + Doorway fit means no permanent installation
- + Accessories expand use to push ups and dips on the floor
- - No finger edges, so it does not replace a hangboard
- - Leverage-style doorway bars can mark door trim
#24Grip Pro Trainer's hand grip forearm strength gripper, a simple squeeze trainer for general hand strength.
Fit for the job 6/10 · Features and specs 5/10 · Build and materials 6/10 · Value 8/10
- + Squeeze gripper builds crushing strength for pinches and slopers
- + Portable tool fits in a desk drawer or backpack
- + Easy to use during breaks or while traveling
- - Check the tension level matches your current grip strength
- - Crush grip does not directly train open-hand climbing strength
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