At a glance

  1. Doorway bar: removable, for a compatible door frame.
  2. Wall-mounted bar: permanent, for a suitable structural wall.
  3. Freestanding station: no wall or frame needed, but it takes floor space.
  4. Bar diameter: most are 28 to 32 mm (about 1.1 to 1.25 inches) across. Thicker bars are harder to hold.

Check the exact product's load rating and mounting instructions before ordering.

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What can your space support?

Doorway bars

Consider this if: You need a removable setup and have a compatible door frame.

Before buying: Measure the opening and frame profile. Check the exact mounting instructions, load rating and permitted exercises before ordering.

No-drill does not mean every doorway is suitable. Product requirements differ.

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Wall-mounted bars

Consider this if: You can fit a permanent bar to a suitable structural wall.

Before buying: Check the manufacturer’s wall requirements and fixings. Allow enough headroom and room to step down.

A permanent installation needs the right structure, permission and competent fitting.

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Freestanding stations

Consider this if: You have floor space and do not want a wall or door-frame mount.

Before buying: Measure the footprint, overall height and surrounding clearance. Check the load rating, assembly and stability requirements.

The base takes space. Check whether the station suits controlled hangs rather than assuming every movement is supported.

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Chalk and grip accessories

Consider this if: You already have a suitable bar and know what problem the accessory solves.

Before buying: Check your gym or household rules before using chalk. A towel or thick grip changes the exercise, so log it separately.

Accessories are optional. They are not a substitute for a suitable bar or controlled technique.

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What bar diameter should you look for?

Most pull-up bars are 28 to 32 mm (about 1.1 to 1.25 inches) across. Thicker bars are harder to hold. A standard-diameter bar is the usual starting point for dead hangs and for a first dead hang pull-up.

Check the instructions, not just the listing photo

Different mounting systems have different requirements. Rogue's Jammer installation guide specifies a standard wood-stud wall. Decathlon publishes separate guidance for its doorway products. One product's installation rules should not be applied to another bar.

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Ready to use the setup?

Use the same bar and grip when comparing holds. Record assisted and unassisted hangs separately so a change of setup does not look like a change in performance.

Open timer & training log