The Decathlon Domyos Durable Swiss Ball is the cheapest on test but is robust and grippy and backed up by the best guarantee…
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Decathlon Domyos Durable Swiss Ball
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From $17.99 / £12.99, decathlon.co.uk
Firmness: 4/5
Durability: 4/5
Comfort: 5/5
OVERALL: 4/5
PROS:
- Excellent value
- Good range of sizes
CONS:
- No pump included
- Bright colours
The Decathlon Domyos Durable Swiss Ball may look cheap and plasticky (it certainly is cheap), but its shiny surface is surprisingly grippy, helped by a number of textured rings. It also boasts a two-year guarantee, which no other gym ball on test can match.
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On closer inspection it feels thick and durable, and at 2kg it’s not the lightest. So it’s a surprise that Decathlon only recommends it for use with weights up to 286lb (130kg) – though it’s been shown to withstand up to 716lb (325kg). So the ball can certainly cope with various weight-based exercises.
Decathlon Domyos Durable Swiss Ball features
The Decathlon Domyos Durable Swiss Ball comes in three sizes – 55, 65 and 76cm – and Decathlon provides a handy chart to help you choose the right size based on your height and weight. Though it doesn’t supply a pump, you do get a tape, two plugs and plug remover, as well as a poster with nine exercises to get you started.
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The two colours (turquoise and pink) may not be to everyone’s liking, but if you can forgive that you’re getting an excellent-value gym ball without having to compromise on size. As the cheapest on test, it’s ideally priced for beginners, but it’s backed up by the longest guarantee too – a win-win as far as we’re concerned.
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With quick inflation and deflation times, it’s a good travel option too – though it is one of the bulkier balls when deflated.
Words: Lucy Miller
