--- product_id: 1769209 title: "Microload Pair 2 1/2 lb. Magnetic Donut Weights (5 lb. Set)" brand: "platemate" price: "€ 152.77" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1769209-microload-pair-2-1-2-lb-magnetic-donut-weights-5 store_origin: PT region: Portugal --- # Fits 25+ lb dumbbells only Patented magnetic attachment 2.5 lb increments per donut Microload Pair 2 1/2 lb. Magnetic Donut Weights (5 lb. Set) **Brand:** platemate **Price:** € 152.77 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧲 Unlock microloading magic—small weights, massive gains! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Microload Pair 2 1/2 lb. Magnetic Donut Weights (5 lb. Set) by platemate - **How much does it cost?** € 152.77 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1769209-microload-pair-2-1-2-lb-magnetic-donut-weights-5) ## Best For - platemate enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted platemate brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Space-Saving Power:** Eliminate clutter—replace multiple dumbbells with sleek magnetic donuts. - • **Cost-Efficient Gains:** Own the benefits of a full dumbbell rack at half the price and double the convenience. - • **Therapy-Grade Strength:** Perfect for rehab and gradual muscle building with microloading precision. - • **Microload with Precision:** Add 5 lbs in safe, scientific increments to boost strength without bulky equipment. - • **Quick-Click Magnetic Tech:** Attach instantly to iron dumbbells and plates for seamless workout flow. ## Overview The Microload Pair 2.5 lb Magnetic Donut Weights by PlateMate are patented magnetic add-on weights designed to attach quickly to iron dumbbells (25 lbs and up) and plates, enabling 5 lb incremental strength increases. Ideal for space-saving, cost-effective microloading, and physical therapy, these durable iron donuts eliminate the need for multiple dumbbells while supporting safe, progressive training. ## Description 2.5 lb DONUT PLATEMATE (PAIR) Microloading with PlateMate is the safe, scientific way to build strength at beginning, intermediate and advanced exercise levels. Save money and space. Our 2.5lb Donut allows for the same benefit of owning a full rack of steel dumbbells for half the cost. Attached to each end of a dumbbell, the 2.5lb donut allows for 5lb increments eliminating the need to buy every other pair of dumbbells. Which also saves you space. PlateMates are ideal for physical therapy where small increases help patients regain strength without overburdening injured muscles and tendons. These magnetic add-on weights attach quickly and easily to ends of any iron dumbbells and stack weight machine plates. Easy storage! Don't take up extra gym space with additional dumbbells. PlateMates can easily be stored out of the way, on a squat or dumbbell rack. SPECIFICATIONS ## Features - Includes (2) Donut Shaped Magnetic Add-On Weights, 2.5 lbs each (5 lbs total for pair) - Microloading with PlateMate is the safe, scientific way to build strength at beginning, intermediate and advanced exercise levels. - Attached to each end of a dumbbell, the 2.5 lb donut allows for 5 lb increments eliminating the need to buy every other pair of dumbbells. Which also saves you space. - These patented design magnetic add-on weights attach quickly and easily to ends of any iron dumbbells, cast iron plates, and stack weight machine plates. Dumbbell NOT Included. - These units will not fit around an Olympic Barbell . The hole is only intended to fit around the bolt of a Pro-Style Dumbbell. Will not magnetically stick properly to surfaces coated with rubber, urethane, neoprene, vinyl. - Ideal for saving money & space. Our 2.5 lb Donut allows for the same benefit of owning a full rack of steel dumbbells for half the price. - Do NOT use donuts on 20 lb dumbbells or smaller. Intended for use with 25 lb dumbbells and higher. It is important to make sure your dumbbells are large enough to fit the 4"x4" magnetic surface area. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Asin | B000W00KY4 | | Best Sellers Rank | #61,675 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #217 in Exercise & Fitness Dumbbells | | Brand Name | PlateMate | | Color | Black, Berry, Charcoal, Green, Orange, Red, Silver, Yellow | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (399) 4.5 out of 5 stars | | Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds | | Manufacturer | PlateMate | | Material | Iron | | Model Number | 2.5-DONUT | | Number Of Items | 1 | | Part Number | 2.5-DONUT | | Unit Count | 2.0 Count | | Upc | 799916878130 | ## Product Details - **Item Weight:** 0.5 Pounds - **Material:** Iron - **Brand:** PlateMate - **Color:** Black, Berry, Charcoal, Green, Orange, Red, Silver, Yellow - **Manufacturer:** PlateMate ## Images ![Microload Pair 2 1/2 lb. Magnetic Donut Weights (5 lb. Set) - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71HR0jTsCbL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Is this one 2.5# plate or a pair of 2.5# plates?** A: It is two 2.5 plate mates to make it a total of 5 pounds. Great product highly recommend especially if you have dumb bells. **Q: Can these magnetic weights be stacked on each other?** A: Hi, Thank you for your question. It is not recommended to stack the weights while in use. **Q: Is each donut 2.5lbs maki g the pair 5lbs?** A: Good question - I had the same though when I purchased the donuts. Especially when the shipping weight is listed as 4.8 pounds. However, each donut IS 2.5 pounds, so the pair weighs 5 pounds. BTW, they are really nice, strong magnets. In fact, you may want to leave a portion of the donut off of the object to which you attach it. **Q: How do you take them off? Pull, slide, or doesnt matter** A: Pull or peel, I don't slide, usually. The inside diameter doesn't fit over standard olympic bar. I use them on non-coated hex dumbbells. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Exactly what I was looking for *by on Reviewed in the United States October 30, 2025* These PlateMate Microload weights complement and complete my Snode AD80 adjustable dumbbells as if it was made from the same factory. It almost fits perfectly on the ends of the dumbbell. The rubber-coated and adequately magnetized 2.5 to 5 lb weight increments per dumbbell are perfect to fill the 10lb gap. This makes the dumbbells suitable for exercises that require finer increments of weight adjustment, such as arm curls. Adding the weights is as easy as placing them on the ends of the dumbbells, and the magnet will do the rest, and just yank them off to take them off. Snade makes magnetic add-on weights, but they protrude too much, potentially interfering with some exercises, and they're not rubber-coated, which over time will chip away the weight's coating. Sure, the PlateMates come with a premium price, but you would be hard-pressed to find a better quality product. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great option to save space and money *by on Reviewed in the United States October 12, 2024* These are a great way to expand your dumbbell set cheaply.Firstly, these will not stick to neoprene coated dumbbells. They are also too big for anything less than 20lbs. Right now I’ve got 5’s, 10’s, 15’s and 20’s. After the 20’s I only have 30’s, 40’s, 50’s, etc etc and it’s so nice since I have a small space.They stick really well and are easy to put on and not that hard to get off. You can pull them off with a decent amount of force but they won’t come off so easy if you were to shake the weight or something.I’ve dropped my dumbbells with magnets on the either side for a while and they have yet to crack or break. Definitely great functionality and are easy to use.I kind of wish 5lbs were made so you could stick 5lbs on one side and 2.5lbs on the other for a 3/4 increment, but I may try the ones that clamp to the handle. I didn’t buy those because I heard they don’t stick well and pinch your hand. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Strong magnets, Durable, Pricey? *by on Reviewed in the United States March 24, 2025* Bought two sets of these to supplement PowerBlock sets. Very strong holding power when working out, never worried the weights will fall off mid-set. Price seems expensive but the product is very well made; your grandchildren will be using these after you are long gone :-) ## Frequently Bought Together - PlateMate Microload Pair 2 1/2 lb. Magnetic Donut Weights (5 lb. Set) - PlateMate Micro Loading 1.25 Pound Donut Weight Plate - 1 Pair - PlateMate Microload Pair Magnetic Weights - Choose Between 1.25 lbs or 2.5 lbs Hex --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1769209-microload-pair-2-1-2-lb-magnetic-donut-weights-5](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/1769209-microload-pair-2-1-2-lb-magnetic-donut-weights-5) --- *Product available on Desertcart Portugal* *Store origin: PT* *Last updated: 2026-07-05*