Looking to buy some new equipment. Opinions?

[69Stanger]

So I am going to setup a workout area in my basement as time doesnt allow me to go to the GYM as much/long as I would like to. I am looking at the Powertec WB-MS Powertec Fitness - WORKBENCH MULTI SYSTEM (WB-MS11)

I'm also looking at a couple Power Racks by Yukon and Valor. I really like the Powertec but since its a leverage system I'm not so sure? Any opinions on the 2 or other suggestions?

 

[CuriousNewb]

Freeweights for sure.

Squat rack of some sort, ideally something you could use to safely bench press without a spotter - like a cage, bench (ideally one that is adjustable to incline work), barbell, dumbbells(adjustable obviously), pull-up/dip setup.... That would be a sick home gym.

Freeweights are wayyyyy better unless you have a specific reason to want machines, like injuries or something. IMO.

 

[69Stanger]

Freeweights for sure.

Squat rack of some sort, ideally something you could use to safely bench press without a spotter - like a cage, bench (ideally one that is adjustable to incline work), barbell, dumbbells(adjustable obviously), pull-up/dip setup.... That would be a sick home gym.

Freeweights are wayyyyy better unless you have a specific reason to want machines, like injuries or something. IMO.

Well I do have injuries which is one of the reasons I wanted a leverage machine, elbow and shoulder are both jacked. I do agree with you though I like free weight a lot more but was hoping for a happy medium which is why I was looking at Powertec.