Kettlebell Sets

Kettlebell sets from the starter set right up to the full competition range. Which one fits you comes down to two questions: do you mainly train swings and squats — or also single-arm work overhead? And how much headroom do you need?

Buying a kettlebell set: which one fits your training?

A set takes the guesswork out of where to start — you get the whole range you will train with for years. What separates the sets is two things: how the bells are built, and which weights are in them.

For starting out at home, a powder coated cast iron set does the job. If you work single-arm — snatch, clean, Turkish get up — go for competition kettlebells: every bell has the same dimensions, so your technique stays the same when you change weight.

All sets ship from our own warehouse in Pfäffikon, to anywhere in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.

Competition Kettlebell Set Pro von cross equip mit Kugeln von 8 bis 32 kg

Competition or cast iron: the difference you feel

Competition kettlebells share the same dimensions across every weight — 21 cm bell diameter, 3.5 cm handle. Going from 8 to 24 kg changes the load, not your grip and not your arm position. For anything single-arm overhead, that is the difference between practising and relearning every time.

Powder coated cast iron bells grow with the weight instead: the heavier they get, the bigger the bell and the thicker the handle. The slightly rough surface takes chalk well. For swings, squats and deadlifts that is plenty — and it is the way in with the smallest budget.

Powder Coated Kettlebell Starter Set von cross equip mit fuenf Gusseisen-Kettlebells

Which weights you actually need

The most common question we get. Rule of thumb: swinging movements take more weight than pressing and stability work, because your hips are far stronger than your shoulders.

Women usually start swinging at 8 to 12 kg, men at 16 to 20 kg. For Turkish get up, press and windmill you often take half of that. That is exactly why a set pays off: you have the light bell for technique work and the heavy one for the hips, instead of doing both with one compromise weight.

How to check the weight yourself, which eleven exercises to start with and where the usual mistakes hide — that is in our guide to kettlebell exercises.

Frequently asked questions about kettlebell sets

Which kettlebell set is right for beginners?

For starting out at home, a powder coated cast iron set makes the most sense: it covers the weights you learn swings, squats and deadlifts with, and costs considerably less than a competition set. If you want to work single-arm overhead from day one — snatch, clean, get up — competition kettlebells serve you better, because every bell is the same size.

What is the difference between competition and powder coated?

Competition kettlebells are the same size across every weight: 21 cm bell diameter, 3.5 cm handle. Only the load changes, your technique stays. Powder coated cast iron bells grow with the weight — the 32 is noticeably bigger than the 8, and the handle gets thicker. For swinging movements that hardly matters, for overhead work it does.

How many kettlebells does a set need?

Three to five bells cover everyday training. You want a light one for technique and shoulder work, a medium one for squats and cleans, and a heavy one for swings and deadlifts. Training on your own, you get far with two — and the second one is usually lighter, not heavier.

Can I buy single kettlebells later?

Yes. Every weight from our sets is also available on its own, as a competition kettlebell and as powder coated cast iron. So if you get stronger faster in one area than expected, you top up exactly where you need it instead of buying a second set.

How do I store a kettlebell set in a small space?

Kettlebells do not belong on a bare floor — they leave marks and drift when you set them down. A storage rack holds the whole set on half a square metre, in the order you use it. For tight rooms there are narrow shelves that stand against the wall.

Are there kettlebell sets for studios and gyms?

Yes — and there the bigger competition sets are worth a look, because several people work at the same weight at once. If you are fitting out a whole floor, we plan it together: we work out how many bells each station needs and deliver it as one setup instead of separate orders.