Rogue vs Westside Barbell: What’s the Best Reverse Hyper Machine?

January 21, 2022 Hafthor Sigmundsson

So, what’s the best Reverse Hyper Machine?

In this extensive product review, we are comparing, in our eyes, the best Reverse Hyper Machines that money can buy.

Both Rogue and Westside Barbell are highly respected strength and equipment companies, representing a plethora of world champions, record breakers and some of the best athletes on the planet.

With both companies their attributes of quality, integrity and excellence speak for themselves.

Rogue vs Westside Barbell Reverse Hyper Machines – What sets them Apart?

Model	Westside Barbell Scout Hyper	RH-2 Rogue Reverse Hyper	Rogue Z Hyper
Weight	86lb	206lb	323lb
Footprint	47.5” x 27.5”	52.5” x 40”	51.5” x 43
Construction	Folding	Steel	11-gauge steel
Assembly	Unassembled	Assembled	Unassembled
Extras	– Hyper strap – Spring collars	– Multiple hand holds – Rogue axle collars – Hyper strap	– Adjustable handles – Over-sized pad – Rogue axle collars – Hyper strap – Rubber Feet
Colour	Black with white branding	Black Laser cut Rogue nameplate	Black
Cost	385 USD	795 USD	915 USD
Where to Purchase	Westside Barbell Scout Hyper	RH-2 Rogue Reverse Hyper	Rogue Z Hyper

Let’s dig deeper into the features, construction, materials, functionality and cost of each Reverse Hyper Machine.

Overview – Westside Scout Hyper

“I do hypers before and after I squat or deadlift.” – Louie Simmons

The Scout Hyper is a patented, foldable reverse-hyper machine developed by powerlifting legend Louie Simmons and Westside Barbell.

This uniquely lightweight and mobile design features hinging legs that lock into place with pop pins and easily fold back for efficient storage after use (the total depth of the unit, when folded, is just 13”).

Louie Simmons created this model with home, work, and light clinical use in mind—with particular benefits for younger athletes or those new to reverse hyper training.

The unit comes standard with a durable, round-edge pad (27.5” wide x 21.5” deep x 2” thick) to limit friction against the hips, as well as a nylon webbing hyper strap, two weight posts (5.25” loadable length), a set of spring collars, and 6” long handles.

A bolt-on handle extension kit is also available a la carte for users who need to accommodate a shorter distance from the end of the pad to the handles.

The Scout Hyper comes with rubber feet (to provide grip to the floor and help keep the unit level) and a rubber-covered step for safe mounting and dismounting.

When a workout is complete, the user simply has to:

Pull out and spin the pop pins to unlock the unit
Tip the machine up while pushing on the horizontal rear leg crossmember
Press down on the handles to complete the folding process

Please Note: The unit stands up by itself when folded, but we do recommend either storing it flat on the ground or if storing it upright, doing so against a wall and out of the reach of children.

Assembling the Scout Hyper

User assembly is required with this unit, but should take less than 30 mins. All required hardware is included.

Scout Hyper Specifications

Reverse Hyper with folding mechanism for easy storage
Developed by Louie Simmons and Westside Barbell
Weight (unloaded): 86 LBS
Max User Weight Capacity : 300LB (136KG)
Max Swing Arm Weight Capacity : 176LB (80KG)
Length: 38″ (depth – including arms, unfolded)
Width: 27.5″ (pad) / 32″ (including pop pins)
Height: 46.5″ (top of pad, unfolded)
Footprint: 47.5″ x 27.5″ (unfolded – at feet) / 8” x 27.5″ (folded – at feet)
Includes (1) Hyper Strap and (1) Set of Spring Collars
Rubber Feet and Step for stability and safety
Weight Posts: 5.25” Loadable Length
Colour: Black with Westside Barbell branding in white
2 Year Warranty*

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Overview – RH-2 Rogue Reverse Hyper

Manufactured and fully assembled in Columbus, Ohio, the Rogue RH-2 is a reverse hyper machine designed to meet the unique, changing needs of the athletes it serves.

Widely utilised for physical therapy and back rehab exercises, the Reverse Hyper can also be used with light weights in everyday training to reduce lower back tightness and strengthen hamstrings, glutes, hips, and more.

Construction

The RH-2 is manufactured in the USA, utilizing 2×3” (legs and swing-arm) and 2×2” (base) steel tubing.

The legs feature a welded-on step to assist in getting onto the unit, and the 3” thick pad is designed with a cornered style edge, protecting the user’s hips from any contact with hard steel.

Rogue RH-2 Reverse Hyper Machine Measurements

For the handles, Rogue used 1″ solid round steel with 6″ long rubber grips and multiple hand-holds to accommodate varying user heights.

Assembling the Rogue RH-2 Reverse Hyper Machine

The entire unit ships fully assembled, complete with a laser-cut Rogue nameplate.

All you have to do is bolt on the protective rubber feet, which help prevent floor damage and restrict any movement of the machine during use.

Compatible with All Weight Plates

The RH-2 is compatible with both bumpers and steel plates at any increment, including 45LB steel.

There is 10.5” of plate loading capacity on each side of the swing arm, enough for over 700LB of steel plates.

Ready Out of the Box

Not only is the RH-2 delivered fully assembled, it also comes standard with OSO Might Axle Collars and a Spud Inc Hyper Strap, so you can get to work: day one, hour one.

Customers also have the option of adding a compatible roller attachment to their order at an additional cost.

The Rogue RH-2 Roller Attachment features a quick release design for easy transitions from the hyper straps to the roller system.

Rogue RH-2 Reverse Hyper Machine Specifications

Made in the USA
Compatible with all increments of bumpers and steel, including 45LB steel plates
10.5” usable storage length
Multiple hand-holds to accommodate varying user heights
Includes Rogue Axles Collars and Spud Inc. Hyper Strap
Compatible Reverse Hyper Roller Attachment available at additional cost
Unit Ships Assembled

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Overview – Rogue Z Hyper

The Rogue Z Hyper upgrades several features from the standard RH-2 Reverse Hyper machine, including a new bolt-together design (for easier portability), a beefed up 3×3” 11-gauge steel construction, and adjustable front handles (ranging from 2-14″ from pad edge) that allow users of any size to custom-tailor their desired hand placement.

Comparable machines on the market can cost more than $1,500, but the Z Hyper’s efficient design makes it a uniquely affordable choice.

Manufactured in the USA, the Rogue Z Hyper is approved by Louie Simmons himself as an effective tool for physical therapy, back rehab exercises, and for regular everyday training—particularly for those looking to reduce back tightness and strengthen the hamstrings, glutes, and hips.

Like the RH-2, the Z Hyper includes an oversized pad (35″ wide x 24″ deep x 3″ thick) with an extended back lip to keep the user’s hips from resting on any metal/hard surface. A 3×3” step on each side of the unit makes it easier to climb aboard, and rubber feet are included on the base for extra grip/stability and floor protection.

The two plate storage posts on the Z Hyper each have 10.5″ loadable length.

With the addition of an optional base crossmember (bolts below the handles), users can also attach bands to the storage posts for greater resistance and more variation.

Rogue’s Reverse Hyper Roller Attachment features a quick release design for easy transitions from the hyper straps to the roller system.

Rogue Z Hyper Specifications

Made in the USA
Bolt-together design
3×3” 11-gauge steel construction
Footprint: 51.5″ x 43″(1.31M x 1.09M)
Compatible with all increments of bumpers and steel, including 45LB steel plates
10.5″ loadable length on each side of the swing arm allows for a capacity of over 700LB of steel plates
Adjustable Front Handles (ranging from 2-14″ from pad edge) to accommodate varying user heights
Over-sized Pad with extended lip portion for better comfort
Protective Rubber Feet
Includes (1) pair of Rogue Metal Axle Collars and (1) Spud Inc. Hyper Strap
Optional Base Crossmember addition for resistance bands
Optional Reverse Hyper Roller Attachment also available

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How do Reverse Hyper Machines Work?

The athlete places their stomach on the machine whilst letting the hips and legs dangle over the edge
Place the feet into the loops or foot bar connected to the weights
Grip the handles
Inhale and brace the core, glutes, grip and hamstrings
Curl the weight slowly
Keep the body immobile whilst the legs move
Pause at the top of the range of motion
Squeeze the hamstrings as tightly as possible
Now lower the legs and weights slowly to the starting position
Exhale

What are the Benefits of a Reverse Hyper Machine?

Every Reverse Hyper Machine affords a myriad of benefits.

Back and Body Health

Regular use of the Reverse Hyper Machine can provide safe traction, pressure/tension relief in the lower back, and strengthening of the posterior chain.

“We spend hours sitting or standing at home, work or at school,” Louie Simmons says.

“These simple yet everyday occurrences place significant pressure and torsion on our lumbar spine leading to mild or even severe daily discomfort.

That’s where the Hyper steps in.

A daily prescription of three to five sets of 15 reps on this machine could be the difference from painful to pain-free lumbar health.”

For Rehab

Anyone who has injured their back knows that the pressure needs to be relieved and circulation restored to the injured area in order to rehabilitate.

The reverse hyperextension machine offers one of the best methods for achieving this.

Just as it serves as a dynamic strength developer in the concentric phase, the Machine is also an ideal rehabilitation mechanism in the eccentric phase.

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The spine is gently stretched and depressurized during the process, creating–in essence–an internal pumping mechanism, filling the spinal column with spinal fluid and the lower back muscles with blood.

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Anyone who has injured their back knows that the pressure needs to be relieved and circulation restored to the injured area in order to rehabilitate. The reverse hyperextension machine offers one of the best methods for achieving this.

Some athletes trust the Hyper as a way to focus on hip extension when rehabbing from a foot, ankle, or knee injury, as well.

For Strength Training

The Reverse Hyper Machine is a highly effective tool for working the glutes, hamstrings and lower spine.

It can be used for warming up, cooling down or as an accessory exercise during a training session.

Reverse Hyperextensions are also a highly useful exercise for anyone that wants to help prevent injury of the hamstrings.

They also help to improve sprinting, running and jumping.

How Much does a Reverse Hyper Machine Cost?

Model	Westside Barbell Scout Hyper	RH-2 Rogue Reverse Hyper	Rogue Z Hyper
Cost	385 USD	795 USD	915 USD
Where to Purchase	Westside Barbell Scout Hyper	RH-2 Rogue Reverse Hyper	Rogue Z Hyper

Who should Use a Reverse Hyper Machine?

The Reverse Hyper Machine is useful and effective for all athletes.

From rehab and general, healthy day to day movement right through to elite level strength training, it is a tremendously underrated piece of fitness equipment.

Additionally, it is often used by football and rugby players to strengthen the hamstrings and posterior chain.

This helps to improve quick sprints and reduce the chances of injury.

Is a Reverse Hyper Machine Worth it?

Yes, a Reverse Hyper Machine is worth it.

A well-equipped gym should be able to offer this piece of equipment to its clients.

For medical professionals and physios, it is also incredibly useful when it comes to rehab and recovery.

For garage gyms, once you have your bench, squat rack and pull up bar sorted then we would highly recommend making the leap and investing in the Reverse Hyper as your next piece of equipment.

Which Reverse Hyper Machine is Right for YOU – Rogue vs Westside Barbell

Check out which Reverse Hyper Machine is best for you, based on your requirements and budget.

Most Affordable	Westside Barbell Scout Hyper
Best for Garage Gyms	Westside Barbell Scout Hyper
Best for Gym Owners	RH-2 Rogue Reverse Hyper
Best for Longevity	Rogue Z Hyper
Best Value for Money	RH-2 Rogue Reverse Hyper
Best Reverse Hyper Machine Overall	Rogue Z Hyper

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