ABFLEX Ab Toning Belt and Ab Stimulator for Slender Toned Stomach Muscles, Remote for Quick and Easy Adjustments

I’ve bought two Slendertone ab belts in the past and was very happy with their performance, but saw this particular model and thought I’d give it a try. I’ve had a break from using these ab belts for a good three years relying on Bullworker and wheel exercisers instead, but decided on impulse to look at the belt devices again. This new product resembled a Slendertone in terms of its overall look, however the control unit is attached to the belt and is not incorporated into the design in the same way as a Slendertone, is this a problem? No, because it has a bigger and clearer display and it’s also easier to understand with much larger buttons, so I find it an improvement when compared to the Slendertone model, besides, there’s a small pocket to store the control unit on the belt itself if you so desire, however I prefer to lay on the bed for 30 minutes, so I just placed it next to me, it’s connecting wire is only several inches long. It comes with generic batteries, although I had a box full of the Energiser brand, so I popped in two of those instead (the AA size) as I’m familiar with how long they tend to last, however I’ll likely resort to rechargeable batteries at some point. It was nice to see there’s none of those expensive sticky pads required, which aren’t cheap to keep replenishing, plus, they have a habit of sticking to the skin when you remove the belt. The unit incorporates four pads, strategically placed to target the side and front muscles, plus a tube of water based gel which therefore doesn’t stain. A small amount of gel, applied to each pad in turn, is all that’s required, after which you simply wrap the device around the waist. The Velcro fastener incidentally is very strong. All I then did was to lay down on the bed for half an hour, set the type of pulse I preferred, there are several to choose from, I tried 2 for approximately 30 seconds but quickly decided on one which suited me and then I proceeded to alter the intensity, initially up to 30 (the highest is 99) but then increased this over several minutes to 60. In terms of potential discomfort, this will vary from person to person, so totally ignore my personal settings mentioned above and obviously adjust to suit your own personal needs. I did experience soreness on the left side when I first used it, possibly because I had a hernia mesh repair in that area in August 2022, so with the left button I decreased the intensity for 5 minutes which curtailed that issue, but after 15 minutes I managed to equal the two sides again without experiencing any identical discomfort. Because of the hernia, nearly two years ago, I won’t increase the intensity to its maximum, even if I could cope with it, but it isn’t necessary. I did seek my doctor’s advice before restarting this type of exercise and he naturally suggested not doing anything to excess, which is why I had the hernia issue in the first place, but he did say that it was liable to place less harmful strain on the area when compared to other forms of abdominal exercisers, especially if I planned on laying down on a bed when using the device. I left the session length at 30 minutes, I could have shortened this, or stopped it at anytime I wanted with a simple push of a button, but because I’ve used this type of belt for a few years previously I decided to try it for a full 30 minutes, which frankly, lying on the bed, going through Tik Tok reels and my Facebook feed, it seemed to fly past. The overall effect? The contractions were certainly visible and were clearly felt, I experienced no soreness afterwards, but having used these devices before, and incorporated such exercises in my normal daily routine, that perhaps wasn’t too surprising, my waist area felt more taut, especially internally following completion. I appreciate there are no pads to buy, but there is the gel to replenish, however the sticky pads seem to wary from person to person in terms of how long they last, depending on the intensity of each workout and how often the unit is used, with the gel however you can clearly see when it’s time to reorder, so for me, if I’m going to replace anything, the gel is the better and cheaper option. I paid £39.99 for this product and bearing in mind the cost of certain items which look similar, I consider this device to offer superb value for money. I’d certainly recommend it if you’re in the market for a reasonably priced abs trainer that does what it says on the tin so to speak, or perhaps you’re merely looking for a change from an existing model.

Never used an abdominal trainer before so didn't know what to expect, it can feel odd initially but shouldn't ever be painful. Do read the manual & be sensible about length of time used & intensity of settings. Only use on your abdomen & don't wear too high on the chest - this isn't for pectoral muscles etc. The actual belt is well-made, doesn't weigh much (600g) and is easy to adjust for comfort & fit with its velcro fastening. I was a 46 inch waist but it can fit larger. The belt is made of a soft material so you can move it up/down & re-position whilst wearing. I usually sit & watch TV, or do some ironing! The attached controller is good with 5 separate 'warm-up' & 5 separate "exercise" programmes. The initial 5 programmes are gentler & help prepare the muscles for the 5 more intense ones. I like the fact that you can use any combination of these & vary them with each session to ensure a balanced toning of the muscles. There's a countdown timer which stops a programme automatically after a maximum 30 minutes (adjustable to less time if you prefer). There is a mesh pouch on the belt to carry the controller, which is a good idea. The 4 conductive pads inside the belt are properly attached & only require a small amount of conductive gel to work. You get 100ml included which will last weeks & supplies aren't expensive. Some people use water instead - personally, I stick to the gel as it doesn't dry-out & reduces the risk of possible skin burning. The gel doesn't stain & can be removed from the pads using tissue; it simply dries on my skin without any issues. Not having to buy replacement pads (as with some other belts) will save a lot of money, one of the reasons I bought the ABFLEX. You can set the 2 outer pads to a higher or lower intensity, & the same for the 2 inner pads. This is an excellent feature: I find my outer, abdominal muscles might need a lower setting than my middle, for comfort. After 2 weeks daily use (30 minutes - 1 warm-up programme, then 30 minutes - 1 exercise programme) I have lost 3 inches from my waist measurement. Sometimes, I do 2 of these sessions a day (morning/evening). I am also on a reduced calorie diet - the ABFLEX isn't a weight-loss device, but it tightens the abdominal muscles as you lose fat, which really helps overall. Key-thing is to BE SENSIBLE: begin at lower intensities/time & build-up over 6 weeks. Vary the programmes to balance the muscle toning (I use a different 30 min 'warm-up' & 30 min 'work-out' programme, each session). Setting the intensity too high (or too soon) will just lead to discomfort & soreness, not quicker results.

I have been using this EMS belt for many months now and can honestly say that it is an effective, useful bit of kit. I purchased this product with the hope that it would be a reliable option for increasing my proficiency when it comes to abdominal workouts + recovery; I genuinely have a more productive session while using this as part of my routine! (I will add my routine at the end). It takes x2 AA Batteries - make sure to replace every now and then. The control hub is attached via one of those coiled wires (like old telephone lines that extend really far) and is so easy to understand + cycle through each intensity level as there is a '+' & '-' for both sets of pads and an up & down mode button which can be seen with absolute full clarity on the screen that displays complete information at all times (including a timer) you can turn the device off at any time and if the device loses contact from your body completely (at least 1 full pad) it will automatically shut off the power as a safety measurement. Premium quality device! It works in 2 stages, by having 4 contact pads that split into the 2 inner pads + the 2 outer pads, respectively targeting the middle of the abdominal muscles and the outer abdominal/inner oblique - you have full control of the inner + outer pads, so if you wish to isolate the outer, you can just work on the central abs and vice versa - you can also increase the level of intensity according to your requirements/capabilities as, usually, the central core/abs are initially 'stronger' than the outer muscle groups until trained appropriately - so you have absolute freedom + control over what level each set of pads emit. If you want to start off slow, you can as the levels go up/down by a factor of '1' (integer) and each level is easier to control and tolerate than other brands that jump up dramatically and painfully in intensity. Before you use this product, you need to apply the Conduction Gel to each pad (I like to spread it on the pads with my fingers and then wipe the excess on the area the pads will touch - my abs - to further increase it's effectiveness). It comes with x1 bottle that will last a considerable amount of time (about 1 month of semi-regular use) - you can purchase more on Amazon. It is not 'sticky' per se, only ever so slightly if you let it dry for a long time on your body, but usually after a heavy workout, you would have to wash because of the sweat... You don't need to apply loads of gel, just enough to coat the pads to prevent the raw contact sensation without the Conductive Gel. (This is a much better system than the removable/disposable gel pads you get on the really cheap EMS devices!). This device is easy to put on, simple banded design that comfortably wraps around your body and is held firmly in place with the strong Velcro fastening system (I recommend breathing in/sucking-in your stomach/abs when you put it on to make it as tight as possible so that it doesn't move/slide as this can cause great discomfort/pain). This is a great device, easy to clean after each use, simple to use, high-quality materials and very durable. I will be using this for a very long time to come! I highly recommend this product to anyone whom wishes to enhance their workout routine and gain better results from this beneficial device! It is inexpensive and easy to maintain, has great controls and freedom of use. ***(My PERSONAL Routine)*** First, I usually begin by doing 1-2 cycles of 30 minute warm-up sessions back-to-back with this device - at increased intensity and modes at several intervals... The I would continue, as normal, with my abdominal workout - variated sit-ups, crunches, bicycles, etc.. And after many sets of high-reps, I would move on to the Ab Wheel, where I go until failure, pushing myself to do more and more until I finally decide it's enough... My final exercise is now replaced by the use of this AbFlex EMS Belt where I will use it for 30 minutes at Level 99 Level 99 on different modes to fully maximise my gains, each time the 30 minutes is up, for a total of 3, I will move the belt down slightly (start at very top of Abs, then middle, then bottom) - I enhance my results this way (do not do this if you are new to EMS devices as this will be too unbearable to even get past level 30, level 30 to begin with!). I warm-down, at the end, by starting a final 30 minute cycle and gradually decreasing the intensity levels and reducing the mode to a 'warm-up' mode in order to safely and efficiently 'warm-down'.

I just received this toning belt, it was well packaged and completely new. It comes with a conductive gel and it is not heavy at all! I use it under my clothes and it is barely noticeable (when working in the office). I used to be slim, but this year I just could not find the time to be active enough. Although I am not eating excessively, I have gained a lot of weight. As a result, I have a horrible big belly and it seemed like I couldn't do anything about it. I reduced food and sugar but nothing happened. Finally, after checking the reviews and researching how this works I decided to give it a go. I have just a few days with it but my abs feel tighter already and I must confess, the feeling of the contraction it causes is addictive! Start with as much as you tolerate, just warming up. Gradually try every setting, you'll feel more comfortable after a few minutes, so do not dismiss any mode and increase, increase...gradually. I can tolerate the last intensity channEl (99), but my left side is hypersensitive so I cannot tolerate it for long...yet. The P buttons are to move to the previous or next mode. The + & - are to increase or decrease the intensity. The left side buttons control the internal pads, whereas the right side buttons control the external pads. Therefore, you can combine the mode, intensity and if you want only the internal to be very high and externals not that intense etc. So far it seems to be working. What is more, it is addictive! You can wear it whilst working on the computer, watching TV or before going to bed, as it automatically stops every 30 minutes. Great product! I definitely recommend it! Silent, battery lasts. The belt can be adjusted so if you think you have a huge belly, do not worry, you can adjust it, and if you believe you are size 6, it'll be huge for you, no, don't worry, you can adjust it! It comes with the conductive gel that helps the purpose and you only need a small amout, make sure you apply it to all the pad. I will update my review after a month of constant use. We'll see, but so far...I AM AN EXTREMELY HAPPY CUSTOMER! The person in charge communicates with tou to check the purchase was satisfactory, so customer service is WONDERFUL! I DEFINITELY RECOMMEND THIS, it also works for lower back!

I've been using this belt for about a month now but there hasn't been any visible change for me. Having said that, the main reason I use an abs belt is to help with my lower back pain, which this does appear to do. I find using the gel a bit messy, my last belt only needed water which was better. There are a lot of different 'workouts' on this one but most of them I find too painful, even on a low setting. There is too much of a 'knife-like' jabbing sensation for me which I find much too uncomfortable. I've settled for the three settings that I can cope with, which is fine for my needs. All in all I find this belt ok and is good value for money, it does what I want it to do even though I cant tolerate all the settings.

Bought this to tone up my ABS obviously,anyways when first used the batteries that came with the belt lasted 5 minutes and within them 5 mins I had both channels on the belt set on a high setting with it also turned up to 99 highest setting and it basically just felt like a slight tickle on my belly. So before I wrote this review I put 2 brand new Duracell batteries in thinking the original batteries were cheap plus not knowing how long they were in the box for before sale. Well the results were basically the same a little stronger but no where near enough to start training your AB muscles. I have a little TENS/EMS machine that I bought off a well known Chinese website for £5 with all the pads and even on a quater of the setting it is far far more powerful than this so called ABS belt. I bought this belt thinking it would do the job as it was Amazons choice buy how wrong could I have been, I also cannot even find a customer support contact number or email anywhere in the packaging,my advice would be spend a little more if you want a truly working belt that will do the job, but hey you get what you pay for.

I am a mother of two who had always been quite slim...size 10-12....until I had my second baby and no matter what I did I couldn’t get rid of the “inflatable” mum tum...everytime I ate my tummy would expand to look 5months pregnant again and my muscles were just stretched and weak. My youngest is now almost 5 and I decided enough was enough.....I lost two stone by healthy eating alone no exercise but still I had a weak and expanding tummy so I decide to try this and OMG I’m so glad I did...I just decided one day it’s worth a try and I’m going to treat myself...it has made my stomach so strong...which has a few benefits mainly it’s flatter and a better shape and nowhere near as saggy, it also means the muscles keep everything in even when I eat. Finally it’s also motivated me to exercise more because I have such an amazing core strength now I feel more powerful and able to do lots more. I agree with other posters that it won’t get rid of fat but the more you use it along with exercise the better it will look...I feel like it’s the ab belt that has lost me so many inches because I’m not bloating or stretching out like I used to as the muscles are so strong now. I didn’t buy a slender time because this one had good reviews and was half the price and I love the gel so easy to use and I can buy more on here. I actually really enjoy wearing the belt and sometimes it sends me to sleep it’s so relaxing...I have my favourite settings and the max number I use is 18-20 and Iv still seen so much progress after just two months. I’m just annoyed at myself I didn’t buy something like this sooner as I’ve spent so long being unhappy about my tummy and now I can wear all the things I want to again :)))

Loving this belt. I had one before and loaned it out. It’s great, had it 2 weeks and can feel a difference. Daren’t go above 50 yet, but it’s a goal to work for. I am fit and healthy in myself, but despite sit ups, core workout and dieting, my mum tum wont budge. This is definitely helping!

I bought it but it's not working I gave five days time after accepting the return request but today it's been ten days no one contacted me my experience has been very bad

Ich glaube nicht, dass man von solch einem Gürtel einen Sixpack bekommt. Da bedarf es schon viel Sport und einer entsprechenden Ernährung. Da fragt man sich natürlich, warum ich da fünf Sterne vergebe. Ich leide seit Jahren unter starken Rückenschmerzen und daher nutze ich diesen Gürtel als Hilfe zur Muskellockerung. Die Bedienung ist selbst erklärend und durch die vielen, unterschiedlichen Programme hat man ordentlich Abwechslung. Sehr gut finde ich auch, dass man während eines laufenden Programms die Stärke ändern kann. Das kenne ich von anderen Herstellern anders. Die lebenslange Garantie ist natürlich schon mal eine Ansage. Wenn man bedenkt, dass bei üblichen TENS Geräten alle Nase lang die Elektroden gewechselt werden müssen. Somit ist dies eine günstige und auch effektive Alternative. Und unter uns, natürlich schnalle ich mir den Gürtel nach dem Training auch gerne auf den Bauch! Wer weiß.....

Molto "comodo", sono 10 giorni che lo uso mentre vedo TV o lavoro, e non faccio addominali o sport in generale. Gli addominali li sento molto duri e allenati dovrei abbinarlo a una dieta e altre attività per vedere più risultati, comunque il prodotto é ottimo e "facile da usare" sto seguendo la tabella che ho trovato online per gli allenamenti, l'ho trovato stimolante per continuare con costanza e dare un senso all'allenamento. Solitamente sono uno di quelli che parte a razzo e finisco per parcheggiarlo in qualche armadio, per ora lo trovo interessante anche rilassante, soprattutto per la qualità/prezzo lo consiglio.

The product was a very light belt and gives little tickle to almost nothing. Very disappointed 🙁

I was actually blown away by how much this belt surpassed my expectations based on some of these negative reviews. I think they are from people who are unfamiliar with using an EMS and / or out of shape. If you are neither of these I can strongly recommend this product to supplement your regular work out routine. If you’re a guy and aren’t feeling “it” a good tip is to shave or trim the body hair in the areas under the belt. As for max waist size for fit - I’d say probably 38 to be comfortable but for that and larger you should really limit your expectations on what this belt can do for you. Try out keto.