Keep Your Workouts Fresh & Fun With These 6 Best Weighted Hula Hoops

Similar in design to the Fithoop style, this hoop uses centrifugal force to add resistance and challenge your core strength and stability. It’s a great choice for beginners, or people who want to test out the exercise before committing to a sturdier, more expensive design. Users report getting a decent leg workout using this weighted hula hoop, while also challenging their cardiovascular system.

At under $20, if you want to try weighted hula hoops, this one is worth the purchase.

Despite its budget pricing, this hoop has a 4 out of 5-star rating, from over 1000 customers. One reviewer loves how fun the weighted hula hoop makes her workout sessions. “It makes working out a blast, and it works well! I use it every day for a few minutes at a time, a couple of times a day, and I can definitely feel it working.”

If you are looking for a weighted hula hoop lighter than most, this 2-pound hoop is a great option. It provides just enough resistance for beginners who are still getting ready to move to a heavier hoop. What’s more, the hoop comes in three different adjustable sizes from 28.5 to 37 inches, making it ideal for a range of body sizes.

With a 4.3 out of 5-star overall rating and almost 700 reviews, this hoop has mainly positive feedback. One reviewer notes choosing it after a heavier option was too difficult to use: “After buying a hoop with an attached ball on it, I chose this "traditional" hoop. The attached weighted ball hoop engaged my leg muscles but this one engaged my core muscles, which was what I wanted. I found it easier to use. As a complete beginner using weighted hoops, the 2-pound [hoop] is perfect.”

This 3-pound foam padded hoop is adjustable and portable, with removable linking sections. An exercise card comes with your purchase, with various recommended movements and workouts targeting your hips, legs, core, and cardiovascular system. 

The hoop is made from a robust and firm plastic called acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), which is a thermoplastic used to make light, rigid, molded products. The plastic is padded with foam, so it’s more comfortable than some other options, and will likely stand the test of time. It also comes with a carrying bag that makes it easy to transport on trips or to the gym.

With an overall rating of 4.2 out of 5 from over 2,000 ratings, this is a solid pick. One user reports using it to help break up periods of inactivity during the work day, and another loves the convenience: “The carrying case is a perfect touch because storing a giant hoop isn't exactly convenient or practical. The assembly is so easy that it isn't a hassle to take it apart and put it right back together.”

The ACU hoop is a larger padded and weighted hoop, designed to provide an excellent cardio and muscular endurance workout for adults. At 3 pounds, the weight of this hoop is higher than other options. Due to the increased circumference, you’ll be forced to really engage your legs and core to keep the hoop moving well. 

The hoop is 41 inches across, and padded with foam to improve comfort. Some reviewers mention slight bruising after their first use, which stopped after they got used to the activity. Wavy ridges on the hoop help keep it from slipping down so it stays put on your waist. Just note: read the instructions carefully, as many users struggled with assembly.

The average customer review is 4.5, with reviews from beginners to more advanced hula hoopers. One reviewer chose this hoop while looking for something else to do besides her daily trip to the gym. “As I recall, I wasn't great at hula hooping when I was a young girl, and at 50, I was unsure if I was going to be able to make this work…It took me about 4 tries to hoop and I had it!” The same reviewer goes on to say, “I can really, really feel it in my stomach and legs. I can see this is going to be an excellent workout.”

With an expandable 62-inch circumference, this hoop can accommodate larger body shapes than many other designs. A PVC-weighted ball provides a centrifugal force that you can adjust by moving it closer or farther from your body to control the difficulty. An attached calculator tracks revolutions, approximate calorie burn, and distance. 

Made from sturdy ABS plastic, this weighted hula hoop should stand up to frequent use. Make sure you adjust the size for your body so that the links don’t pinch you, which is a complaint some users have.

According to reviewers, it is easy to attach and detach pieces to make the hoop smaller or wider. One adds, “Overall, this is perfect for those who can't lift weights or don't have the time to go to the gym but still want to burn some calories. I also like how I can track how many I have done or estimated calories I have burned.”

This viral weighted hula hoop uses a weighted bag that attaches to the hoop, causing centrifugal force as resistance. The bag moves around you while you circle your hips, pulling you with gravity, and causing your core muscles to fire up to keep you balanced and steady. All the while, the movement required to keep the hoop spinning increases your heart rate. This leads to an effective cardio workout.

Shock absorbers inside the hoop help prevent bruising and soreness and keep the hoop moving smoothly around you. The basic model comes with 24 removable links that you can adjust to fit your body. Additional links are available for a custom fit if you need a bigger hoop.

The Fithoop has a 4.8 star rating out of 5, from over 14,000 customers on the brand’s website. One reviewer says the Fithoop really required them to work their lower body, and they could feel it the next day. “I never really work out, and it's a good starter. I put my wireless headphones in and do 4 upbeat songs for about 30 mins, and I'm done with it for that day…very easy to take off and on links. And it spins effortlessly when you get the rhythm down,” they add.