Wall Bars Buying Guide: Series 1 vs Series 2 vs Series 7

How BenchK model numbers work

Once you learn the system, every model name tells you exactly what's inside the box.

The format

[Series][Pull-up bar type][Attachment count][Color]

1st digit — Series: 1 (all-wood, 120 kg) · 2 (steel + wood, 150 kg) · 7 (wide steel + wood, 150 kg)

2nd digit — Pull-up bar: 0 (none) · 1 (adjustable wooden, PB076/PB204) · 2 (fixed steel 6-grip, PB2) · 3 (convertible steel/barbell holder, PB3)

3rd digit — Attachments: 0 (base only) · 1 (pull-up bar) · 2 (pull-up + dip) · 3 (pull-up + dip + bench)

Letter — Color: B (black) · W (white) · Series 1 has no letter (natural beech only)

Examples. 211B = Series 2, wooden pull-up bar, pull-up only, black ($915). 733B = Series 7, convertible bar, all three attachments, black ($2,735) — the maximum single-frame configuration. 700B = Series 7 base, no pull-up, no attachments ($689).

Series 1 — all-wood warmth

Pure beech wood, no steel frame. FSC-certified solid beech, hand-oiled three times with food-safe oil. This is the traditional Scandinavian wall bar aesthetic.

Every Series 1 model

• BenchK 100 — $649 — Base wall bars
• BenchK 111 — $929 — Wall bars + adjustable beech pull-up bar (PB204)
• BenchK 111 + A204 — $1,155 — Wall bars + pull-up bar + gymnastic accessories
• BenchK 112 — $1,165 — Wall bars + pull-up bar + BenchTop desk
• BenchK 112 + A204 — $1,389 — Wall bars + pull-up bar + desk + gymnastic accessories

Who Series 1 is for

• Aesthetic-first home users who want something that looks like Scandinavian furniture
• Homes with standard 8-foot ceilings or lower — Series 1 fits at 86.6″
• Lighter users — 120 kg limit works for most but excludes heavier users
• Children's rooms — all-wood warmth, natural grip
• Standing desk users — the 112 includes the BenchTop desk attachment

What you give up

• 120 kg limit excludes heavier users and dynamic movements (kipping, ring work)
• Only the wooden pull-up bar — no steel 6-grip or convertible barbell holder
• No dip bar or bench compatibility
• Narrower: 64 cm vs 67 cm for Series 2 and 7

Series 2 — the one most people buy

Powder-coated steel frame with FSC-certified beech rungs, hand-oiled three times. The steel adds capacity and accessory compatibility while the beech rungs keep the warmth.

Series 2 lineup

• BenchK 200B — $635 — Base wall bars
• BenchK 211B — $915 — Wall bars + adjustable beech pull-up bar
• BenchK 211B + A076 — $1,139 — + gymnastic accessories
• BenchK 212B — $1,053 — + BenchTop desk
• BenchK 221B — $1,019 — + fixed steel 6-grip pull-up bar (PB2)
• BenchK 222B — $1,645 — + steel pull-up bar + dip bar
• BenchK 223B — $2,505 — + steel pull-up bar + dip bar + bench
• BenchK 231B — $1,185 — + convertible PB3 pull-up bar/barbell holder
• BenchK 232B — $1,815 — + PB3 + dip bar
• BenchK 233B — $2,679 — + PB3 + dip bar + bench

The ceiling requirement

Series 2 needs 240 cm (94.5″) minimum. Most American homes have 8-foot (96″ / 244 cm) ceilings — about 5.5″ clearance. Tight but it works. Measure before ordering. Dropped ceilings, basement installs, or older construction may fall short.

Series 7 — maximum everything

Same steel + beech combination as Series 2 but taller and with 9 rungs instead of 8. The flagship series for maximum accessory compatibility.

Series 7 lineup (highlights)

• BenchK 700B — $689 — Base wall bars
• BenchK 711B — $969 — + adjustable beech pull-up bar
• BenchK 721B — $1,069 — + fixed steel 6-grip pull-up bar
• BenchK 722B — $1,699 — + steel pull-up + dip bar
• BenchK 723B — $2,565 — + steel pull-up + dip bar + bench
• BenchK 731B — $1,239 — + convertible PB3
• BenchK 733B — $2,735 — + PB3 + dip bar + bench (maximum single-frame config)
• BenchK VMS — $2,955 — 2 wall bars + multifunctional pull-up bar + dip bar + Recoil S2

The ceiling problem

Series 7 needs 250 cm (98.5″) minimum. Standard American 8-foot ceilings (96″) are NOT tall enough. You need 9-foot ceilings or higher. This single requirement eliminates Series 7 for many homes — measure before you fall in love with a model number.

All three series, side by side

Which pull-up bar?

Three types. This choice matters.

• Wooden Adjustable (PB076/PB204) — $279. Round beech bar, height-adjustable along the wall bars. Best for general pull-ups, aesthetics, and children (wood is warmer and easier on small hands). One grip width only.
• Steel 6-Grip Fixed (PB2) — $379. Six grip positions: wide, narrow, neutral, angled. Best for serious pull-up training with grip variety and commercial use.
• Convertible PB3 — $549. Same 6 grip positions as PB2 plus it doubles as a barbell holder (max 200 kg / 440 lb). Flip it for pull-ups or barbell work. Best for anyone who wants barbell training integrated into wall bars.

What to buy for your situation

Back pain / decompression — BenchK 211B ($915). Eight rungs at different heights let you do graduated decompression — grip a high rung, feet on a lower one, let hips drop for gentle traction. Progress to full dead hangs from the pull-up bar.

Family with kids — BenchK 211B + A076 ($1,139). Kids climb rungs (age 2+), swing on rings (age 3+), climb the rope (age 4+). Parents use the pull-up bar. Wooden bar is safer for small hands.

Serious training, no barbell — BenchK 722B ($1,699). Steel 6-grip bar, dip bar with PU armrests, 9 rungs. Add a Recoil S2 ($399–$459) for suspension work.

Maximum home gym, with barbell — BenchK 733B ($2,735). Convertible PB3 (up to 200 kg), dip bar, bench that folds flat. Add Recoil S2 and you have a complete station.

PT clinic or Pilates studio — BenchK 721B + Recoil S2 Gym ($1,498/unit). Steel 6-grip bar for variety. Recoil S2 Gym has permanent wall mount for clinical use. Multiply by stations needed (typically 4–8).

Standing desk — BenchK 712B ($1,109). Wall bars + pull-up bar + BenchTop desk. Work standing, stretch between meetings, do pull-ups on breaks.

Tightest budget — BenchK 200B ($635).Base wall bars. Add a pull-up bar later ($279–$549). The whole point of modular: you don't buy everything at once.

Installation basics

Wall types

• Concrete or brick: Fischer expansion plugs included. PS8 ($89) for Series 1/2, PS12 ($99) for Series 7.
• Wooden stud frame (most US homes): WHB+S8 wall holder ($289) for Series 2/7, WH1+S4 ($259) for Series 1.

Ceiling decision tree

• Under 90.5″ → Series 1 only
• 94.5″ to 98.4″ → Series 1 or Series 2
• 98.5″+ → All series

Measure your ceiling. This is the #1 reason for returns.

The growth path

You don't have to decide everything now.

• Start. BenchK 200B or 211B ($635–$915). Wall bars, maybe a pull-up bar.
• Month 3–6. Add Recoil S2 ($399–$459). Now you have 100+ exercises.
• Month 6–12. Add steel pull-up bar ($379) or gymnastic set ($239).
• Year 1–2. Add dip bar ($629).
• Year 2+. Add bench ($865) or desk ($149) or boxing setup ($829).

Every addition builds on what you already have. Nothing gets replaced or wasted.