The Jungle Gym Reviews found that the Force USA FTR successfully merges a true 3x3 power rack with a dual-stack functional trainer, offering a space-efficient solution for home gyms. Reviewers praised the standard upright dimensions for enabling third-party accessory compatibility and highlighted the articulating arms as a standout feature for creative unilateral training. However, some noted that the unit's premium pricing excludes essential safety attachments like spotter arms from the box. This machine is best suited for serious lifters seeking an integrated centerpiece who are willing to invest in upgrades, rather than those looking for a budget-friendly entry-level setup.
Strengths
- +Uses standard 3x3 uprights with 1-inch holes, allowing compatibility with third-party J-cups and spotter arms
- +Features dual articulating arms that rotate up to 180 degrees and lock into five angle positions for dynamic movements
- +Curved functional trainer profile allows the unit to fit tightly into corners while maintaining a narrow footprint
- +Includes secondary-locking mechanisms on J-cups and spotter arms to eliminate side-to-side play under load
Watch-outs
- −Does not include J-cups or spotter arms by default, requiring separate purchases for full rack functionality
- −Standard dual weight stacks provide only 100 lbs of effective resistance due to the 2:1 cable ratio
How it compares
The Force USA FTR distinguishes itself with dual articulating arms that rotate up to 180 degrees, offering dynamic movement options not available on the static trolley systems of the Fringe Sport Dane 2.0 or REP Fitness Arcadia. However, its effective resistance is limited to 100 lbs per side due to a 2:1 pulley ratio, which is significantly less than the actual stack weight provided by the Titan Fitness Functional Trainer and Frige Sport Dane 2.0.
Rating sources
“The Force USA C20 is the most complete all-in-one trainer I’ve tested.”
Our 4.5 score is the average of the 1 scored review above; 3 more reviewed it without printing a score and are not in the average. Ratings marked * were derived from the reviewer’s written analysis or video transcript — the publisher didn’t print an explicit numeric score, so we inferred one from their own words. Click through to verify. More about methodology.
