Hack Squat Machines (6)
Looking for a hack squat machine for a home gym or commercial floor? This collection covers linear and plate-loaded hack squat machines for quads and glutes, including new BUILT Strength builds and remanufactured commercial options.
A hack squat machine puts the load on a guided sled so you can drive through the legs without free-bar balance. Linear hacks keep the path on rails; some multi-function stations also add shrug or deadlift options on the same frame.
Quick answers
- Hack squat vs free squat: the sled guides the path and supports the back, so you can load quads hard with less skill demand than a barbell back squat.
- Linear vs pendulum: linear hacks ride rails; pendulum machines swing on an arc. Pick based on feel and footprint.
- Home gym fit: measure depth behind the sled, ceiling clearance, and plate horns before you buy a commercial unit.
- Related gear: see also pendulum squat, squat racks, and power racks.
