A squat rack that folds against the wall when you park the car back inside
Is this the right fit?
- Best for
- single-car garages, basements with low clearance concerns, and anyone whose gym shares space with something else
- Skip if
- It must be bolted into wall studs or masonry, and that is permanent. If you rent, or your wall framing is questionable, this is the wrong rack.
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The Mdeam folding squat rack bolts to wall studs and swings flat against the wall when you are not lifting, which is what makes a barbell setup possible in a garage that still has to hold a car. The uprights are 2.36 by 2.36 inch steel with adjustable J-hooks and pull-up capability, and it folds to a few inches of wall depth. The tradeoff versus a freestanding power cage is straightforward: you get the floor space back, but it requires wall studs or masonry capable of taking the anchor load, and you cannot move it once installed. Installation is the entire project; using it afterward is a matter of swinging it out. Best fit: single-car garages, basements with low clearance concerns, and anyone whose gym shares space with something else.
Pros
- Folds to a few inches of wall depth, so the floor space comes back the moment you finish lifting
- 2.36 inch square steel uprights with adjustable J-hooks, which is real rack construction rather than a light frame
- Pull-up bar built into the frame, so it covers more than just squats and presses
- Costs substantially less than a freestanding power cage with comparable capacity
Cons
- It must be bolted into wall studs or masonry, and that is permanent. If you rent, or your wall framing is questionable, this is the wrong rack.
Frequently asked questions
What does it need to mount to?
Wall studs or solid masonry. The anchors carry the entire load, so stud location determines where the rack can go. Drywall alone is not an option under any circumstances.
How far does it stick out when folded?
It folds to a few inches of wall depth, which is shallow enough to park a car in front of. That is the entire reason to choose it over a freestanding cage.
Can I do pull-ups on it?
Yes, the frame includes a pull-up bar. Note that pull-ups load the anchors differently than squatting does, so the quality of your stud mounting matters most for that movement.
Can I take it with me if I move?
You can unbolt it, but you will leave anchor holes in the wall and you will need suitable studs at the new place. Renters should think carefully before drilling.
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