Meister BEAST Portable Sand Kettlebell
- Kettlebell
- 1
- Neoprene
- Black
A reasonable budget stand-in for a cast kettlebell, but weigh the sand yourself rather than trusting the inside fill line, and expect the handle clip to be the weak point.
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How it ranks among the 61 kettlebells we track
4.2★ across 176 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
176 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
A soft-shell kettlebell alternative filled with your own sand to reach 35 lb, built from heavy-duty PVC with a neoprene-wrapped handle so it swings, presses and carries like a cast kettlebell without denting floors.
Sand isn't included, so the real weight depends on how carefully you fill it against the inside line - one owner found their line marked for 35 lb actually held closer to 25 lb. The tradeoff for that DIY step is a kettlebell that costs a fraction of cast iron and won't scratch hardwood if dropped.
- Ultra heavy-duty flexible PVC shell
- Sealed drybag construction to reduce sand leaks
- Neoprene-wrapped semi-rigid handle
- Compatible with the Meister BEAST 80 lb sandbag
Who it's for
Suits home lifters and travelers who want kettlebell movements without the cost or floor risk of cast iron, and who don't mind weighing out sand themselves. Not for anyone who wants an exact, pre-set weight straight out of the box.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners call the PVC shell thick and durable enough to survive repeated drops, and several rate it a solid value against a real cast kettlebell once filled with hardware-store sand. The recurring complaint is the plastic handle clip snapping, in one case even after a replacement, and one buyer found the inside 35 lb fill line actually measured closer to 25 lb on a scale.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Replicates kettlebell swings, presses and carries
- Costs a fraction of a cast kettlebell
- Won't scratch or dent floors if dropped
- Packs flat for travel or storage
- Plastic handle clip has broken for some owners
- Inside fill line may undercount the actual weight
- Sand must be bought and added separately
Performance notes
It's a PVC drybag you fill with sand up to the marked line to hit 35 lb, shaped to mimic a kettlebell for swings, squats, presses, pulls and get-ups. The semi-rigid neoprene handle is what actually determines grip comfort and how the bag holds up under repeated drops.
Specifications
| Brand | Meister |
|---|---|
| Model | 1167KBB35BK |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 12 ounces |
| Handle Diameter | 1.3 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Neoprene |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Lifting, Weight Training, Resistance Coordination |
| Part Number | 1167KBB35BK |
| Special Features | Portable |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in kettlebells.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meister BEAST Portable Sand KettlebellThis product | 4.2 / 5 | 176 | 3.7 / 5 |
| BowFlex SelectTech 840 Adjustable KettlebellBowFlex | 4.8 / 5 | 7,600 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Amazon Basics Cast Iron Kettlebell for Strength TrainingAmazon | 4.8 / 5 | 27,900 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Marcy Hammertone Kettle BellsMarcy | 4.8 / 5 | 2,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Yes4All Kettlebell, 5-100 LB Vinyl Coated Cast Iron Strength Training Kettlebells for…Yes4All | 4.8 / 5 | 25,200 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Meister 1167KBB35BK
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What weight is the Meister BEAST 1167KBB35BK rated for?
It's built for a 35 lb fill once loaded with sand to the inside line, though one owner's scale reading came in closer to 25 lb at that line, so weigh it yourself for accuracy.
Does the Meister BEAST kettlebell come filled with sand?
No, sand is not included. You fill the PVC shell yourself using the inner fill line as a guide.
Is the Meister BEAST handle durable?
The neoprene-wrapped handle is generally praised for comfort, but a small number of reviewers reported the plastic handle clip breaking, including after a replacement.