--- product_id: 1769209 title: "PlateMate Microload Pair 2 1/2 lb. Magnetic Donut Weights (5 lb. Set)" brand: "platemate" price: "AED 429" currency: AED in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Plate Mate" url: https://www.desertcart.ae/products/1769209-platemate-microload-pair-2-1-2-lb-magnetic-donut-weights store_origin: AE region: United Arab Emirates --- # 4x4 inch magnetic surface 2.5 lb magnetic donut weights 5 lb total pair increment PlateMate Microload Pair 2 1/2 lb. Magnetic Donut Weights (5 lb. Set) **Brand:** platemate **Price:** AED 429 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧲 Elevate your workout game with magnetic precision and space-smart gains! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** PlateMate Microload Pair 2 1/2 lb. Magnetic Donut Weights (5 lb. Set) by platemate - **How much does it cost?** AED 429 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.ae](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/1769209-platemate-microload-pair-2-1-2-lb-magnetic-donut-weights) ## 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:** Skip bulky dumbbell racks with compact magnetic add-ons - • **Microload Your Gains:** Add precise 2.5 lb increments for smarter strength building - • **Cost-Effective Strength:** Own the feel of a full dumbbell set at half the price and space - • **Quick Magnetic Attachment:** Instantly upgrade your weights without tools or hassle - • **Universal Fit for Pro Dumbbells:** Snaps securely on iron dumbbells 25 lbs and up, no Olympic bars ## Overview PlateMate Microload Pair features two 2.5 lb magnetic donut weights designed to attach easily to pro-style iron dumbbells 25 lbs and above, enabling 5 lb incremental loading. This patented design saves space and money by eliminating the need for multiple dumbbell pairs, offering a scientific and safe way to progress strength training efficiently. ## Description Product 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 Includes (2) Donut Shaped Magnetic Add-On Weights: 2.5 lbs each (5 lbs total weight for pair) Dimensions: 4-1/2" (11.43cm) outside diameter, 2-1/4" (5.715cm) inside diameter, 1-1/8" ( 2.858 cm) thickness Must come in direct contact with metal for an ultimate hold. 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. The PlateMate patented design works with steel or cast iron plates and dumbbells. Will NOT magnetically stick properly to surfaces coated with rubber, urethane, neoprene, vinyl. Protective coating on the outer surface (opposite from magnets) prevents scratching of dumbbells, equipment, or each other during use or storage New Design: Please note that PlateMate Donuts WILL fit around Olympic barbells. Do NOT use PlateMates with kettlebells. Review: Exactly what I was looking for - 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. Review: Great option to save space and money - 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. ## 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 | #70,985 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #248 in Exercise & Fitness Dumbbells | | Brand | PlateMate | | Brand Name | PlateMate | | Color | Black, Berry, Charcoal, Green, Orange, Red, Silver, Yellow | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 398 Reviews | | Item Weight | 8 ounces | | Manufacturer | PlateMate | | Material | Iron | | Model Number | 2.5-DONUT | | Number of Items | 1 | | Part Number | 2.5-DONUT | | UPC | 799916878130 | | Unit Count | 2.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Item Weight:** 0.5 Pounds - **Material:** Iron - **Brand:** PlateMate - **Color:** Black, Berry, Charcoal, Green, Orange, Red, Silver, Yellow - **Manufacturer:** PlateMate ## Images ![PlateMate 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 K***. on 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 A***X on 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 R***R on 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.ae/products/1769209-platemate-microload-pair-2-1-2-lb-magnetic-donut-weights](https://www.desertcart.ae/products/1769209-platemate-microload-pair-2-1-2-lb-magnetic-donut-weights) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Arab Emirates* *Store origin: AE* *Last updated: 2026-05-31*