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Hip thrust at home: barbell, bench or dedicated equipment?
You do not automatically need a large machine for hip thrusts. What matters is whether the support fits your body and how often you need to put everything away. Here are three options from our range, with their limitations and the additional costs to consider.
In short
If you already have a stable bench of a suitable height and a barbell, assess that setup first. The ATX Foam Bench is worth considering for a compact, versatile support. The ATX Hip Thruster 600 becomes interesting when hip thrusts are a regular part of your training and you want connected foot and back supports. It has no weight stack and does not replace a barbell and plates.
Equipment selection
What do you need for hip thrusts at home?
In a hip thrust, your upper back rests on an elevated support, your feet stand on a firm surface and you extend your hips against the chosen resistance. In a glute bridge, your shoulders stay on the floor. The floor version helps you learn the movement, but is not identical to using an elevated support. For a barbell setup, you mainly need a stable support, room for the bar and suitable padding between the bar and your hips.
A sofa or a loosely stacked platform is not a reliable equipment base. Check whether the support slides or tips under load, whether its edge presses uncomfortably and whether you can get into and out of position under control. A high load rating alone does not answer these questions.
| Solution | Practical advantage | What to check |
|---|---|---|
| Existing weight bench | No extra equipment; still useful for other exercises | Height, edge shape and stability in your actual setup |
| ATX Foam Bench | Compact multipurpose support; described for hip thrusts | Load limit and nonslip positioning |
| ATX Hip Thruster 600 | Connected supports, band pegs, upright storage | Fixed geometry, footprint and additional training weights |
Three specific options
Which bench or hip thrust equipment suits you?
ATX Flat Bench Compact | Flat Bench
- CHF 175.–
- 110 × 45 × 45 cm
- 17 kg
A fixed flat bench makes sense if you also need it for dumbbell and bench exercises. The Compact has rubber feet and a 5 cm pad. For hip thrusts, its fixed 45 cm height remains the key consideration: if the support does not fit your body and movement, the bench’s load rating does not make it the right option.
Ideal for: a versatile home gym, provided the support height suits you. If you already have a suitable bench, you do not need a second one for this purpose.
View the Flat Bench Compact
ATX Foam Bench | Foam Multibox
- CHF 249.–
- 100 × 30 × 40 cm
- 17 kg
The Foam Bench product description explicitly includes barbell hip thrusts. Its firm foam body also works as a training bench and box. You are buying a versatile support rather than another steel frame. It does not, however, have a connected footplate or a guided loading system.
Ideal for: limited space and multiple uses. The stated maximum load is 200 kg; clarify the exact use and load limit before using higher loads.
View the Foam Bench and details
ATX Hip Thruster 600 | Glute Trainer
- CHF 345.–
- 143 × 91 × 42 cm
- Transport rollers
The footplate and back pad share one frame. You also get an 80 mm back pad, band pegs and upright storage. The benefit is a repeatable setup: you do not need to arrange the bench and foot position as separate elements every time.
The honest limitation: the Hip Thruster 600 is not a machine with a guided lever or weight stack. The barbell version needs a separate bar, plates, collars and hip pad. The frame is not adjustable; the shop lists a maximum load of 250 kg.
Ideal for: a home gym where hip thrusts are a regular exercise and the fixed geometry suits the users.
View the Hip Thruster 600 in detailBefore ordering
Bench height and space: what should you measure?
Check the effective support height. It needs to suit your body and foot position. A support that appears lower is not automatically better, and the overall height of equipment with a footplate is not directly comparable with a bench on the floor. Test the setup without added weight first: your upper back should rest securely and you should be able to extend your hips under control without compensating by arching your lower back.
Include the barbell in your measurements. The linked Olympic bar is 220 cm long. Even if the box measures only 100 cm across, you need space at the sides for the bar and for loading plates. Also allow movement space in front of the support and clear access to get in and out. Mark this area on the floor before ordering.
Check the floor and setup changes. The support should neither slide nor wobble. A suitable mat protects the floor, but does not make an unstable setup stable. For choosing the surface, see our floor protection mat guide. For general bench selection, our Weight bench guide compares the different designs.
Budget
What does a hip thrust setup really cost?
CHF 175.–, CHF 249.– and CHF 345.– are the prices of the respective supports, not complete barbell setups. If you already own a bar and plates, that can be your cost advantage. If you are buying everything new, add the following items:
| Component | Price / selection | What matters |
|---|---|---|
| Olympic barbell, 20 kg | CHF 150.– | 220 cm long; 50 mm sleeves. The bar’s own weight needs to suit your starting level. |
| Bumper plates, black | From CHF 25.– per plate | Matching plates on both sides; budget for the complete pair you want. |
| Lock-Jaw collars, 50 mm | CHF 10.– per pair | Choose collars that match the bar’s sleeve diameter. |
| Suitable hip pad | Allow extra for this | Adequate pressure distribution and a secure fit. Not every neck pad is automatically suitable for the hips. |
| Floor protection and shipping | Depends on the selection and order | Include these in your budget; distinguish the item price from the complete order cost. |
As a simple planning calculation, the support plus the listed bar and a pair of collars come to CHF 335.– with the Flat Bench, CHF 409.– with the Foam Bench or CHF 505.– with the Hip Thruster. Plates, a suitable hip pad, floor protection and shipping are still extra. This is a planning subtotal, not a training load recommendation or a bundle offer. Prices as of 27.10.2026; each product page shows the current price and what is included.
Our assessment
When is dedicated hip thrust equipment worthwhile?
You train at home occasionally
Assess your existing bench first. If it fits and you do not mind setting it up, another frame will not automatically improve your results. If you lack a versatile support, the Foam Bench is a specific option.
Hip thrusts are a regular part of your plan
Then consider the Hip Thruster 600: connected supports and upright storage can make everyday use easier. The extra cost pays for the setup and features, with no promise of faster muscle growth.
A miniband around the knees adds something different from a load over the hips. It does not turn a light floor exercise into an equivalent heavy barbell setup. A Reverse Hyper also uses a different arrangement: you move your legs relative to your supported torso. If you are choosing between these devices, read our Reverse Hyper guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ: hip thrusts at home
Can I do hip thrusts at home without a bench?
You can start with a glute bridge on the floor. A hip thrust with an elevated back needs a suitable, stable support. A sofa or an improvised platform is not automatically suitable.
What bench height is right for hip thrusts?
There is no height that fits everyone. Your proportions, upper back support and foot position matter. Check the position without added weight. The Flat Bench Compact is 45 cm high; the Foam Bench is 40 cm high in its usual orientation.
Is the ATX Hip Thruster 600 a complete hip thrust machine?
It connects a back pad and footplate and has band pegs. It has no guided load or weight stack. For barbell hip thrusts, you buy the bar, plates, collars and a suitable hip pad separately.
Is a weight bench enough for hip thrusts?
Yes, if the support height, padded edge and stability suit your setup. A general load rating alone does not establish suitability for this specific exercise. If unsure, clarify the application before buying.
How much space do I need at home?
Allow for the support footprint, movement space in front and the full barbell plus loading space. The linked Olympic bar is 220 cm long. Equipment dimensions alone are therefore not enough to plan the room.
Do I need to buy a 20 kg barbell straight away?
No. The bar in the cost comparison is a calculation example. If its own weight is too much for you, choose a lighter suitable option or begin without added weight. The purchase should match your current training.
Which option fits your home gym?
Limited space and several exercises: look at the Foam Bench. Hip thrusts as a regular focus: check the Hip Thruster 600’s dimensions and features. If you already have a suitable bench, start with your existing equipment.
View the Foam Bench View the Hip Thruster 600Equipment information is based on the linked product pages. For context on supports and setup: Hip Thrust Wiki by Bret Contreras. The recommendations refer to our own product range.