8 Best Folding Squat Racks to Buy in 2023

Finding space in your home gym for a full-size squat rack can be difficult. However, a good folding squat rack can be a great solution because it’s compact, durable, and affordable. On top of that, many are equipped with pull-up bars and other attachments, giving you a lot of training variety in a minimal footprint.

To save you time and hassle, we’ve tested and researched dozens of folding squat racks to determine the overall best ones. In addition to their space savings, we explored their features, performance, price, and more.

Best Folding Squat Racks (Updated March 2023)

Each rack outlined here has been personally tested by the team at Garage Gym Lab or meticulously researched through in-depth spec comparisons, user reviews, and trusted feedback from industry experts.

Rogue RML-3WC – Best Folding Squat Rack for Most People

• Price: $605-$780
• Tube Size: 3×3 11-Gauge
• Hole Size: 5/8″
• Hole Spacing: Westside (1″) through bench zone and 2″ above
• Folded Dimensions: 56″ Wide (on wall) x 5″ Deep
• Unfolded Dimensions: 56″ Wide (on wall) x 9″ OR 21.5″ OR 41.5″ Deep
• Height: 90.375″
• Numbered Uprights: No
• Includes Pull-Up Bar: Yes
• Color: Multiple
• Made in: USA

Summary

The Rogue RML-3WC is the best folding squat for most people, thanks to its build quality, features, and strong reputation. This rack has thousands of confirmed reviews, making it the most reviewed wall-mounted rack on the market. With excellent user feedback and a strong brand behind it, you can buy this rack with confidence.

The RML-3WC is built with 3×3 11-gauge steel, providing a 1,000+lb weight capacity. Like all Monster Lite racks from Rogue, this rack also includes 5/8″ hardware and Westside hole spacing. This is a common size for wall-mounted racks, which means it’s compatible with attachments from several outside companies. Then again, Rogue has one of the most comprehensive attachment catalogs in the industry.

To save space, the RML-3WC folds into a very compact depth of only 5″ from the wall, which is the shallowest folded depth on the market. I also like that Rogue offers three deployed depth options based on your space-savings needs. You can pick from 9″, 21.5″, or 41.5″ depths. I recommend the 21.5″ depth for most people because you can fold the uprights to the inside, and it doesn’t feel as claustrophobic when using the rack.

Depending on how you install the RML-3WC, you’ll need up to 59″ of wall space. Rogue sells a steel stringer for an upcharge, which comes with all mounting hardware. Aside from looking great, the Rogue stringer greatly increases stability and support. It mounts directly to the wood studs in your wall and can accommodate various stud widths, including 16″ and 24″.

Finally, the RML-3WC is available in multiple colors. With 12 colors to choose from, you can pick a rack that matches your aesthetic. If you’re just interested in the standard matte black, you can save close to $100 by purchasing the RML-3W instead.

PRx Profile Pro Squat Rack – Premium Rack With Several Pull-Up Bar Configurations

• Price: $849-$1,399
• Tube Size: 3×3 11-Gauge
• Hole Size: 1″
• Hole Spacing: 2″
• Folded Dimensions: 52″ Wide x 9″ OR 11.25″ OR 22.5″ Deep (includes pull-up bars)
• Unfolded Dimensions: 52″ Wide x 26.5″ OR 29.25″ OR 39.5″ Deep (includes pull-up bars)
• Height: 73″ (91″ Folded), 90″ (108″ folded) OR 96″ (114″ folded)
• Numbered Uprights: Yes
• Includes Pull-Up Bar: Optional
• Color: Multiple
• Made in: USA

Summary

The PRx Profile Pro nearly took top honors in this list. It offers several great features, including the easiest operation, but it’s more expensive than almost all the others listed here. Therefore, it’s a premium offering – and a damn good one.

You may recognize PRx as the company that won a deal on the hit NBC show Shark Tank. They’re the pioneers behind the whole wall-mounted squat rack craze with some great technology behind their offerings.

The biggest distinction between the PRx Profile Pro and other wall-mounted racks is that PRx folds up instead of in. You don’t see it elsewhere because PRx owns a patent on this utility. The fold-up design is effortless compared to other folding squat racks. Where others require the removal of four hitch pins, PRx racks simply slide up and down via gas shocks. I can’t say enough good things about the function of this adjustment. It’s a joy to operate.

The Profile Pro carries a 1,000+lb weight capacity thanks to a heavy-duty 3×3 11-gauge steel construction. Unlike most others listed here, this rack includes 1″ holes and 2″ spacing. I prefer 1″ holes because attachments for 1″ holed racks are generally better. This rack doesn’t include Westside hole spacing, which some may find to be a disadvantage, but it has laser-cut numbering on every hole.

Dimensionally, there are a couple of things to keep in mind. First, this rack is available in three heights, depending on your ceiling clearance. You can pick from 73″, 90″, or 96″. However, since this rack folds up, you need additional clearance to 91″, 108″, and 114″, respectively.

That said, you can mount this rack in lower ceiling settings. For example, the 90″ rack requires 108″ of ceiling clearance, but you can install it in as low as 95″ ceiling heights by angling the top and bottom linkage arms. Just know that this will reduce the working depth from 21.75″ to 16″. Refer to the PRx Ceiling Solutions for more.

Second, this rack comes in four different versions: a Multi-Grip Pull-Up Bar, a Kipping Bar, a Standard Pull-Up Bar, and no pull-up bar. While the working upright depths remain constant, the total depth is different based on the pull-up bar chosen. Also, keep in mind that the version without a pull-up bar is the only one you can purchase in the 73″ height.

In terms of installation, I found the PRx easier to install than others. The linkage arm brackets serve as stringers, making for a straightforward mounting process. Like the Rogue RML-3WC above, the PRx Profile Pro provides multiple color options, and is made in the USA.

If you don’t need colors and are on a tighter budget, check out the PRx Profile One Racks. This non-pro version only comes in black and it’s built with 2×3 steel and 5/8″ holes (still no Westside spacing). Depending on the version you buy, you can save between $200-$400.

However, if you have the budget to support it, I recommend the PRx Profile Pro over the others on this list just for the adjustment operation. Ultimately, though, it’s a premium-priced offering, which prevented us from awarding it the best for most people.

REP PR-4100 Folding Squat Rack – Best Blend of Value and Performance

• Price: $499.99 (free shipping)
• Tube Size: 3×3 11-Gauge
• Hole Size: 5/8″
• Hole Spacing: Westside (1″) through bench zone and 2″ above
• Folded Dimensions: 48″ Wide (on wall) x 6″ Deep
• Unfolded Dimensions: 48″ Wide (on wall) x 21.5″ OR 41″ Deep
• Height: 92.25″
• Numbered Uprights: Partial
• Includes Pull-Up Bar: Yes
• Color: Black
• Made in: China

Summary

If you’re looking for a 3×3 rack like the two racks above but don’t have the budget, the REP PR-4100 is the best option. This rack has impressive specs for the money, making it our pick for the best value folding squat rack.

My favorite feature of the PR-4100 is that it’s narrower than other 3×3 racks. Unlike the RLM-3WC, for instance, the PR-4100 has a 47″ outside upright width (vs. 49″). Not only does this take up less space, but it also reduces the chance of hitting the uprights when racking or unracking a barbell. This is one of the main reasons I chose the REP PR-5000 for my home gym.

With the 3×3 construction comes a weight capacity of more than 1,000lbs. This rack also comes with 5/8″ holes and Westside hole spacing. It even includes laser-cut numbering on every 5th hole, which the more expensive RML-3WC doesn’t include at all.

With two depth options of 21.5″ and 41″, this rack provides plenty of space to perform all movements. It folds into a very compact 6″ depth from the wall. The 21.5″ version can fold toward the inside, but to get the same folded depth on the 41″ version, you’ll have to fold one side to the outside. I recommend the 21.5″ version for most people.

REP does not provide a steel stringer option with the PR-4100, which is a downside compared to the Rogue folding racks. I still strongly encourage you to install a stringer using two pieces of 2″x10″ boards cut at least 50″ in length.

Considering the narrower width, 3×3 construction, and price tag, the PR-4100 is a great folding squat rack option.

Titan T-3 Folding Power Rack – Great Budget Choice

• Price: $379.99-$489.99 (free shipping)
• Tube Size: 2×3 11-Gauge
• Hole Size: 5/8″
• Hole Spacing: Westside (1″) through bench zone and 2″ above
• Folded Dimensions: 46″ Wide (on wall) x 5″ Deep
• Unfolded Dimensions: 46″ Wide (on wall) x 22.5″ OR 42″ Deep
• Height: 91.375″
• Numbered Uprights: No
• Includes Pull-Up Bar: Yes
• Color: Black
• Made in: China

Summary

With pricing starting under $400, our pick for the best budget wall-mounted squat rack is the Titan T-3 Folding Power Rack. This basic rack provides a compact footprint and a strong weight capacity.

The most notable difference between this rack and something like the REP PR-4100 is that the Titan T-3 is constructed with 2×3 steel instead of 3×3. While this doesn’t create as much stability, it still provides a 1,000+lb capacity, and most people won’t be able to tell a meaningful difference.

However, a benefit of 2×3 racks compared to some 3×3 racks like the Rogue RML-3WC is that it creates a narrower profile. For the reasons mentioned above with the PR-4100, a narrower width has some advantages.

In addition to providing two depth options (21″ and 41″), the Titan T-3 Folding Rack also provides two height options (82″ and 91″). The 82″ option is an ideal folding squat rack for short ceilings, while the 91″ option is great for pull-ups. The folded depth is also only 5″, making this one of the most compact wall-mounted racks.

Like many others, the T-3 includes 5/8″ holes and Westside spacing. Titan has a wide catalog of attachments, or you can also bring over attachments from other companies. However, one thing to consider is that 3×3 racks typically offer better overall attachments. Because of this, I recommend 3×3 racks for most people unless you’re on a budget.

Bridge Built Phoenix Rack – Excellent Portable Folding Squat Rack

• Price: $799
• Tube Size: 3×3 11-Gauge
• Hole Size: 3/4″
• Hole Spacing: 2″
• Folded Dimensions: 12″ Wide x 48″ Deep
• Unfolded Dimensions: 49″ Wide x 48″ Deep
• Height: 75″ OR 87″ OR 99″
• Numbered Uprights: Yes
• Includes a Pull-Up Bar: Optional for Upcharge
• Color: Multiple
• Made in: USA

Summary

The Bridge Built Phoenix Rack is one of the most unique folding squat racks ever made. This portable rack can fold into a very compact footprint and be freely moved anywhere in your gym – even outside!

Starting with its unique design, the Phoenix Rack has a folding flat-foot cross-member that uses four hitch pins. With the hitch pins removed, pulling up on the center handle and pushing the uprights toward each other folds the rack into a compact 12″ x 48″ footprint.

The Phoenix Rack is available with or without wheels. I highly recommend purchasing the wheels because they make it easier to move the rack around and much easier to fold. This rack is the least user-friendly to fold and unfold since it’s heavy and has ground friction. I found the wheels to be a valuable addition when testing this rack.

Built with 3×3 11-gauge steel uprights, this is a very strong rack. It weighs 150lbs in its base configuration and offers a 1,000lb weight capacity. I was originally concerned with its stability based on the design, but my mind was put to ease when a 520lb failed lift left the rack unphased.

One downside to this rack is that it uses 3/4″ holes, which is uncommon. Even though Bridge Built offers several attachments, compatibility with outside companies is virtually non-existent. It also doesn’t include Westside spacing like other racks on this list, but it has laser-cut numbers on every hole.

Depending on your ceiling height and your pull-up needs, you can purchase the Phoenix Rack in a 75″, 87″, or 99″ height. A pull-up bar does not come with the rack as standard, but you can purchase one separately along with other accessories like spotter arms, wheels, dip bars, and more.

Lastly, you can customize the Phoenix Rack with primary and secondary colors for an upcharge. I own the copper version, but all of their powder coat options are some of the best-looking I’ve seen.

Rogue RML-90 Slim Door Mount Rack – Perfect Choice for Limited Wall Space

• Price: $570
• Tube Size: 3×3 11-Gauge
• Hole Size: 5/8″
• Hole Spacing: Westside (1″) through bench zone and 2″ above
• Folded Dimensions: 49.2″ Wide (outside uprights) x 5″ Deep
• Unfolded Dimensions: 49.2″ Wide (outside uprights) x 13″ Deep
• Height: 90.375″
• Numbered Uprights: Optional
• Includes a Pull-Up Bar: Yes
• Color: Black
• Made in: USA

Summary

For those who want a folding squat rack but don’t have a lot of wall space, we recommend the Rogue RML-90 Slim Door Mount Rack. This unique wall-mounted rack also provides two other benefits compared to typical slim-profile racks.

For starters, this rack is built with the same materials as our top pick, the Rogue RML-3WC. It uses 3×3 11-gauge steel, 5/8″ hardware, and Westside hole spacing. It also boasts a similar weight rating of over 1,000lbs.

The main way that it differs is in how it’s mounted. Instead of using a normal wall, this rack is mounted outside a standard door frame. Installation will work on any door that measures 28″-36″ wide with a total width, including trim, not to exceed 42.45″. Unlike other Rogue wall-mounted squat racks, this rack does include the necessary stringers for the installation.

Aside from the benefit for those with limited wall space, this rack is helpful in two other ways:

1.  On ultra-slim wall-mounted squat racks, performing some movements is more challenging because of the wall. This includes kipping pull-ups, some suspension training exercises, etc. A doorway opens up all of these movements.
2. Given the size of adjustable weight benches, walls can interfere with certain bench angles. Again, a doorway provides freedom for all of your bench setups.

Dimensionally, this is one of the slimmest racks you will find. With a 13″ working depth, it takes up very little space, and it folds into a 5″ depth.

Force USA Folding MyRack – Full Freestanding Folding Power Rack

• Price: $699.99
• Tube Size: 2.4×2.4″ 12-Gauge
• Hole Size: 5/8″
• Hole Spacing: Westside (1″) through bench zone and 2″ above
• Folded Dimensions: 52 Wide x 20″ Deep
• Unfolded Dimensions: 49″ Wide x 41″ Deep (36″ internal depth)
• Height: 84″ (folded); 86″ (unfolded)
• Numbered Uprights: Yes
• Includes a Pull-Up Bar: Yes
• Color: Black
• Made in: China

Summary

We recommend the Force USA Folding MyRack to those wanting a freestanding power rack that folds into a small footprint. ForceUSA is known for their all-in-one trainers and their modular MyRack, which can be configured in many ways. When they figured out a way to fold the MyRack, it became a great space-saving option.

Unlike every other rack on this list, the Folding MyRack uses an unconventional steel size of 2.4×2.4 in 12-gauge. While the weight rating is still plenty for most users, this odd size will limit you to only ForceUSA attachments despite using 5/8″ holes. And while they offer some versatile attachments, the quality isn’t quite as good as some others listed here.

The real benefit of the Folding MyRack is that it’s a full-blown power rack that’s untethered. Therefore, it’s a solid option for anyone who doesn’t have or doesn’t want to use their walls. However, you can bolt the back of the rack to the ground if you want the most stable experience. From there, you can fold the rack into a fixed resting position.

In terms of adjusting the Folding MyRack, it uses simple pop-pins in each cross-member and the multi-grip pull-up bar. In the video above, you can see just how quick and easy it is to set up.

Rogue RML-390FULLW – Best Wall-Mounted Squat Rack for Powerlifters

• Price: $1,445
• Tube Size: 3×3 11-Gauge
• Hole Size: 5/8″
• Hole Spacing: Westside (1″) through bench zone and 2″ above
• Folded Dimensions: 56.25″ Wide (on wall) x 7.25″ Deep
• Unfolded Dimensions: 56.25″ Wide (on wall) x 45″ Deep (30″ internal depth)
• Height: 90.375″
• Numbered Uprights: Yes
• Includes a Pull-Up Bar: Yes
• Color: Multiple
• Made in: USA

Summary

If you want the ultimate wall-mounted squat rack, look no further than the Rogue RML-390 FULLW. This is the bigger brother of our top pick, the Rogue RML-3WC. It’s built the same way but with an extra set of uprights to create an internal lifting area. If you’re a powerlifter, this rack will likely appeal to you.

With 3×3 11-gauge uprights, the RML-390FULLW is built strong with a 1,000+lb capacity. It includes 5/8″ holes, Westside spacing, and laser-cut numbering, which the RML-3WC does not include. This is helpful in getting attachments set up quicker – plus, it just looks better.

The inside depth of this rack is 30″, which is consistent with many standalone power racks like the Rogue RML-390C. It comes equipped with safety straps, which is a great upgrade over the traditional pin-and-pipe safeties found on the freestanding version. This rack is built for heavy lifting.

Like other wall-mounted racks, the RML-390 FULLW can fold in two ways. Thanks to a smaller crossmember and a redesigned hinge, this rack can be folded to the middle and still sit flush atop one another. With the stringers, the folded depth is only 7.25″ – crazy! Alternatively, you can fold one side outward and have a depth of only 5″.

Just as with the RML-3WC, you can pick from various colors based on your gym scheme. Keep in mind that the standard matte black is $100 cheaper, but it doesn’t include laser-cut numbering.

If you like the idea of a full-size power rack, but you want the option to stow it away on your wall, this is a great choice. Just know that it’s on the expensive side relative to others.

Reasons to Buy a Folding Squat Rack

Space and money are the two biggest obstacles when it comes to building a home gym. Creating an optimal layout is always a consideration, but so is keeping a check on the budget. Folding and wall-mounted squat racks are solid choices to knock two birds out with one stone by saving space and money. Not to mention a folding rack can do many of the same things as a freestanding rack.

You’re Tight on Space

The biggest benefit of a folding squat rack is that it saves a lot of space.

Most full-size squat racks will take up 12-25 square feet on the floor. However, when fully deployed, most folding squat racks will take up 3-14 square feet. When folded, these racks can take up less than 2 square feet!

If you train in a garage, basement, or a spare room in your house, and you don’t have much space, a folding squat rack is the best option.

You’re Tight on Budget

Generally, wall-mounted and foldable squat racks are less expensive than full-size racks. While there is some overlap between them, folding racks use less steel. All else equal, this brings the cost down.

For example, a premium folding squat rack can cost up to $1,500. A premium full-size squat rack can cost 3x or more.

You Train the Squat, Bench Press, Overhead Press, and More

Folding squat racks can do many things that a full-size rack can do. You’ll be able to perform:

• Squats
• Bench press
• Overhead press
• Pull-Ups
• Suspension Training
• Dips
• And much more

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How to Install a Wall-Mounted Squat Rack

Properly installing a wall-mounted squat rack is essential for safety and structural integrity. 

While it may look daunting, installing a folding squat is fairly straightforward. There are several tools that you’ll need:

• Power Drill
• Lag Screws (or appropriate hardware based on wall material)
• Socket Wrench
• Measuring Tape
• Level
• Stringer (optional but highly recommended)

A stringer is a piece of steel or wood (we recommend 2×10 if using wood) that you use to mount to the studs of your wall. We recommend using two lag screws in each stud. Refer to the instructions of the rack you choose to determine the appropriate height.

Once the stringer is level and attached to the wall, you can mount the folding squat rack directly to it. The stringer’s purpose is to help spread the load, creating a more stable and secure system. It can also help if you want to mount your squat rack in a specific location, but the studs don’t line up there. By mounting to a stringer, you have more location flexibility.

With the squat rack loosely installed and in position, you can tighten down all remaining bolts.

For further assistance, there are many videos on YouTube from companies and customers walking you through the installation process.

Here are some installation videos of several of the racks listed here:

• Rogue RML-3W Installation
• PRX Installation
• REP PR-4100 Installation
• Titan T-3 Folding Rack Installation

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Research Methodology – How we Ranked and Compared These Folding Squat Racks

With hundreds of squat racks claiming to be the best, how do you choose the right one? At Garage Gym Lab, we’ve made it our quest to highlight products that are truly worth your money through in-depth reviews, comprehensive equipment spec sheets, and a network of trusted equipment experts.

Here are the key factors we considered when selecting the best folding racks in 2023:

Footprint

Footprint is the most important factor when picking a folding squat rack. Some wall-mounted squat racks have multiple sizes to choose from. For example, our top pick, the Rogue RML-390WC, has three depth options.

Most folding squat racks fold in to save space. However, PRx folds up the wall. While this is easier to use (and very stable), its standard configuration may not be suitable for short ceiling heights.

You must look at the folded and unfolded dimensions to see if it fits your space.

Ease of Use

All folding squat racks are easy to operate, but some are quicker to use than others. Our premium pick, the PRx Profile Pro, is the easiest wall-mounted squat rack to fold. Its patented gas shocks create an almost effortless experience.

On the other hand, fold-in racks use multiple hitch pins that you must remove before retracting or deploying.

Hardware Size and Attachment Compatibility

Most squat racks use 5/8″ holes or 1″ holes on the uprights. Either choice is structurally sound, and both include a range of attachments to enhance training variety. 1″ holed racks generally receive preferential treatment and the most R&D with attachments.

However, folding squat racks have attachment limitations compared to full-size squat racks. Because of that, most foldable and wall-mounted squat racks include 5/8″ holes.

Hole Spacing

One of the benefits of 5/8″ holes is that it allows for Westside hole spacing through the bench zone. Westside spacing is 1″ between the holes. The benefit is that you can optimize your setup for various lifts more easily, especially the bench press. You’ll find 2″ spacing above the bench zone on a 5/8″ rack and throughout the entire upright of a 1″ holed rack.

Safety and Weight Capacity

Like any piece of strength equipment, safety is a critical factor. A primary function of a squat rack is to facilitate heavy weight lifting safely. This is especially important with a folding rack, which includes moving parts.

Most foldable and wall-mounted squat racks are built with 2×3 or 3×3 11-gauge steel. As long as you’ve properly mounted the rack using the studs in your wall, the rack will allow you to safely lift up to 1,000+lbs. Always check the weight ratings, as some will be less than others.

Another essential safety feature is safety spotter arms, which help protect you and your equipment if you fail a lift and drop your barbell. Do not buy a folding squat rack without safety arms.

Each folding rack on this list has safety attachments and features so that you can train with peace of mind.

Price

Folding Squat Racks generally range in price from under $400 to upwards of $1,500. The ultimate price will depend on the brand, features, size, and more. I always recommend setting a budget and staying within that budget. Even budget folding squat racks are functional and safe.

That said, more expensive racks generally come with extra features and better warranties, among other things.

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Final Thoughts

In our opinion, the Rogue RML-390WC is the best folding squat rack for most people. It’s affordable, durable, and available in multiple sizes and colors. Not to mention it’s the most-reviewed folding squat rack on the market.

If you’re looking for a premium option with the easiest operation, we recommend the PRx Profile Pro.

Alternatively, we recommend the REP PR-4100 for value seekers looking for a solid rack at a great price.