Functional Trainers (17)
BUILT Strength Foundation Series Dual Adjustable Pulley Functional Trainer
Precor Icarian FTS Functional Training System
Cybex FT-360 Functional Trainer
Looking for a commercial functional trainer or cable crossover for a home gym, studio, or facility? This collection covers dual adjustable pulley stations and cable crossovers built for high-volume accessory work, including new BUILT Strength trainers and remanufactured commercial units when available.
A functional trainer gives you two independent weight stacks (or plate-loaded arms) so you can press, row, fly, chop, and pallof without a free bar. Dual adjustable pulleys are the fastest way to add cable volume next to a power rack or smith machine.
What is a cable crossover?
A cable crossover is a wide dual-pulley station that lets you fly, press, and chop across the midline with independent arms. Most commercial functional trainers in this collection cover the same movement patterns in a narrower footprint. If you mainly need handles and attachments for the cables you already own, see cable attachments.
Functional trainer or smith machine: which should you buy first?
Cables own flyes, face pulls, and single-arm work. A Smith locks the bar path for heavy compounds. Many gyms run both. See also our smith machines and all-in-one units when you want Smith plus cables in one footprint.
Quick answers
- Home gym fit: measure width between stacks, ceiling height for high-pulley work, and depth for crossover lanes before you buy a commercial tower.
- Selectorized vs plate-loaded: selectorized stacks are faster for circuits; plate-loaded arms suit lifters who already own Olympic plates.
- Related gear: browse plate-loaded machines for complementary strength next to your cable station.
What is a functional trainer used for?
A functional trainer is a dual adjustable pulley station for cable presses, rows, flyes, face pulls, curls, pushdowns, and rehab movements from any height. It adds the most exercise variety per square foot of any single machine. See why functional trainers are strong home gym value.
Frequently asked questions
What does a 4:1 cable ratio mean on a functional trainer?
The cable travels four inches for every inch the stack moves, so each 4 lb on the stack feels like about 1 lb at the handle. That gives smooth, fast cable travel and fine low-load control, as on the BUILT Strength Foundation Series Dual Adjustable Pulley Functional Trainer.
Is a functional trainer better than a cable crossover?
They cover similar movements. A crossover is wider and lets you cross the midline for flyes with a longer lane, while a compact functional trainer fits the same patterns into a smaller footprint. Pick based on wall space and how many users train at once.
Do you sell remanufactured functional trainers?
Yes. Remanufactured options include the Hoist HD-3000, Cybex FT-325 Bravo, FreeMotion Dual Stack Cable Cross, and Life Fitness SYNRGY360 XM when in stock. Remanufactured units carry 1-year parts and labor coverage that starts on the delivery date, and every unit is function-tested before it ships. Cosmetic wear from prior use is expected and not a defect. Details are on our product guarantees page.
Do I need a functional trainer if I have a power rack?
Many lifters add one because a rack covers barbell work but not cable angles. Our cable machine guide explains when it is worth the space.