In our test, the door strap for fitness bands from DX Fitness made a very good impression. As well as being easy to install, the product also offers outstanding quality. In addition, the door strap is height-adjustable and can be customised for any exercise. Nevertheless, a larger selection of fitness bands would have been desirable in order to have the right weight or resistance for every exercise.
Advantages
✅ Outstanding quality
✅ Quick installation
✅ Simple height adjustment
Disadvantages
❌ Small selection of hinges
❌ Interferes with door when not in use
The first impression
The packaging and labelling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No plastic packaging, only cardboard | 100 points |
| Product labelling | Labelling available | 100 points |
| Miscellaneous | Packaging looked a bit worn | 90 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The door trainer from DX Fitness arrived in the classic Amazon box. The contents were packed in an extra box, which is visually very nicely designed. However, the box had a few signs of use. Despite this, the product was well protected and arrived without any damage. It should also be emphasised that no plastic was used in the packaging of the door trainer. As only cardboard was used, the packaging is very sustainable and can be reused. The packaging gives the door trainer a very good first impression.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the pack complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | Many options with foot buckles and handles | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Very understandable and also explained with video | 100 points |
| Contact information | Can be found on the enclosed leaflet | 100 points |
| Miscellaneous | Carry bag for travelling | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After unpacking, you first find the door trainer in the carrying bag provided, which is really great for travelling. It comes with clear instructions, a QR code to open the explanatory videos and a thank you card. Inside the carrier bag you will find 2 different fitness bands, 2 handles, 2 foot straps and the door holder. With the instructions and the great video, the door holder is very easy to set up. You can then start exercising straight away. The door trainer makes an excellent first impression.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Minimalist design, fits into any home | 100 points |
| Processing | Very high quality | 100 points |
| Stability | The maximum of the door trainer could not be reached due to the strong stability | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Latex tape cannot be recycled | 80 points |
| Miscellaneous | If the fitness band hangs on the door, it gets in the way of everyday life. The fastening is missing. | 75 points |
| Total | 91 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The colour selection of the black belt and the red or green strap is well chosen, so the door trainer does not immediately catch the eye and fits into any home. The door strap, fitness strap and handles are excellently manufactured and have no negative conspicuous features, which is why the product appears extremely stable. In our test, we could not find the maximum of the latex bands, as they withstood every stretch. The only negative point that stands out is that a fastening for the fitness band when not in use would have been desirable. The strap gets in the way when opening and closing the door. Ultimately, however, the door trainer makes a very good impression.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Effectiveness | Very effective training for at home | 100 points |
| Height adjustability | Easy adjustability with double buckle | 100 points |
| Durability | No signs of wear after many training sessions | 100 points |
| Variability | Only two different fitness bands | 75 points |
| Total | 94 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
With the door trainer you can do really effective training at home. Thanks to many explanatory videos online, all possible muscle groups can be trained with the door trainer. The perfect height adjustability, which can be easily adjusted with a double buckle, also contributes to this. This allows the fitness bands to be used from different angles. Unfortunately, there are only two different fitness bands, which means that no major weight differences can be made. After many training sessions, there are still no signs of wear. The door trainer completely fulfils its purpose and offers excellent home training.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also analyse consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Upper price range but excellent performance | 90 points |
| Rating cut | 4.3 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 65 points |
| Total | 78 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.3 stars. The fact that there are only two training bands is often criticised. Many customers like the fact that the door trainer is excellently made. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the workmanship was very good and that the selection of fitness bands was not so good.
Prices of up to €50 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €15. The door belt for fitness bands from DX Fitness is currently priced at €49.99, which puts it in the upper price segment. The price ratio is reasonable for the quality and scope of services you get.
Display
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labelling | 15% | 98 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 15% | 100 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 91 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 30% | 94 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer reviews | 20% | 78 points |
| Total | 92 points |
