Barbell Sumo Deadlift vs Kettlebell Deadlift Strength Standards
Compare your barbell sumo deadlift and kettlebell deadlift against strength standards for your sex and bodyweight. Enter one recent set of 1–12 reps for each lift to see your estimated one-rep maxes, strength levels, next targets, and which lift you should prioritize.
Use each exercise's canonical input: External load and a whole number from 1 to 12 reps for Barbell Sumo Deadlift and Total external weight and a whole number from 1 to 12 reps for Kettlebell Deadlift. Use a strict, repeatable barbell sumo deadlift test using the canonical setup, range, and finish rules and a strict, repeatable kettlebell deadlift set that follows the canonical setup, range, and lockout rules. You can enter either lift in pounds or kilograms. Each lift is compared with its own standards, so the heavier lift is not automatically the stronger one.
Barbell Sumo Deadlift vs Kettlebell Deadlift Strength Standards by Bodyweight
Use these tables to compare the estimated one-rep max required for the barbell sumo deadlift and kettlebell deadlift to reach the same strength level at each listed bodyweight. They show the targets used by the calculator—not a required difference between your barbell sumo deadlift and kettlebell deadlift.
Choose the men’s or women’s table, find your bodyweight or the closest listed row, then read across to Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, or Elite. Every entry shows Barbell Sumo Deadlift / Kettlebell Deadlift, with pounds first and kilograms underneath. For a result based on your exact bodyweight and recent sets, use the calculator above; you do not need to test either true one-rep max.
Men’s Barbell Sumo Deadlift vs Kettlebell Deadlift Standards
How to read the table: The first number is Barbell Sumo Deadlift; the second is Kettlebell Deadlift. Each number is the lowest estimated one-rep max needed to reach that strength level. Scroll horizontally on smaller screens.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | 245 / 63 lb 111.1 / 28.6 kg | 315 / 91 lb 142.9 / 41.3 kg | 364 / 126 lb 165.1 / 57.2 kg | 413 / 160 lb 187.3 / 72.6 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | 259 / 67 lb 117.5 / 30.4 kg | 332 / 96 lb 150.6 / 43.5 kg | 384 / 133 lb 174.2 / 60.3 kg | 436 / 169 lb 197.8 / 76.7 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | 272 / 70 lb 123.4 / 31.8 kg | 349 / 101 lb 158.3 / 45.8 kg | 403 / 140 lb 182.8 / 63.5 kg | 458 / 178 lb 207.7 / 80.7 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | 284 / 73 lb 128.8 / 33.1 kg | 366 / 106 lb 166 / 48.1 kg | 422 / 146 lb 191.4 / 66.2 kg | 479 / 186 lb 217.3 / 84.4 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | 297 / 77 lb 134.7 / 34.9 kg | 382 / 111 lb 173.3 / 50.3 kg | 441 / 152 lb 200 / 68.9 kg | 500 / 194 lb 226.8 / 88 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | 309 / 80 lb 140.2 / 36.3 kg | 397 / 115 lb 180.1 / 52.2 kg | 459 / 159 lb 208.2 / 72.1 kg | 521 / 202 lb 236.3 / 91.6 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | 321 / 83 lb 145.6 / 37.6 kg | 413 / 120 lb 187.3 / 54.4 kg | 477 / 165 lb 216.4 / 74.8 kg | 541 / 210 lb 245.4 / 95.3 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | 333 / 86 lb 151 / 39 kg | 428 / 124 lb 194.1 / 56.2 kg | 494 / 171 lb 224.1 / 77.6 kg | 561 / 218 lb 254.5 / 98.9 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | 345 / 89 lb 156.5 / 40.4 kg | 443 / 128 lb 200.9 / 58.1 kg | 511 / 177 lb 231.8 / 80.3 kg | 581 / 226 lb 263.5 / 102.5 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | 356 / 92 lb 161.5 / 41.7 kg | 458 / 133 lb 207.7 / 60.3 kg | 528 / 183 lb 239.5 / 83 kg | 600 / 233 lb 272.2 / 105.7 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | 367 / 95 lb 166.5 / 43.1 kg | 472 / 137 lb 214.1 / 62.1 kg | 545 / 189 lb 247.2 / 85.7 kg | 619 / 240 lb 280.8 / 108.9 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | 378 / 98 lb 171.5 / 44.5 kg | 486 / 141 lb 220.4 / 64 kg | 561 / 194 lb 254.5 / 88 kg | 637 / 248 lb 288.9 / 112.5 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | 389 / 100 lb 176.4 / 45.4 kg | 500 / 145 lb 226.8 / 65.8 kg | 577 / 200 lb 261.7 / 90.7 kg | 656 / 255 lb 297.6 / 115.7 kg |
| 250 lb 113.4 kg | 400 / 103 lb 181.4 / 46.7 kg | 514 / 149 lb 233.1 / 67.6 kg | 593 / 205 lb 269 / 93 kg | 674 / 262 lb 305.7 / 118.8 kg |
| 260 lb 117.9 kg | 410 / 106 lb 186 / 48.1 kg | 528 / 153 lb 239.5 / 69.4 kg | 609 / 211 lb 276.2 / 95.7 kg | 691 / 269 lb 313.4 / 122 kg |
| 270 lb 122.5 kg | 421 / 109 lb 191 / 49.4 kg | 541 / 157 lb 245.4 / 71.2 kg | 624 / 216 lb 283 / 98 kg | 709 / 276 lb 321.6 / 125.2 kg |
| 280 lb 127 kg | 431 / 111 lb 195.5 / 50.3 kg | 554 / 161 lb 251.3 / 73 kg | 640 / 221 lb 290.3 / 100.2 kg | 726 / 282 lb 329.3 / 127.9 kg |
| 290 lb 131.5 kg | 441 / 114 lb 200 / 51.7 kg | 567 / 164 lb 257.2 / 74.4 kg | 655 / 227 lb 297.1 / 103 kg | 744 / 289 lb 337.5 / 131.1 kg |
| 300 lb 136.1 kg | 452 / 117 lb 205 / 53.1 kg | 580 / 168 lb 263.1 / 76.2 kg | 670 / 232 lb 303.9 / 105.2 kg | 761 / 296 lb 345.2 / 134.3 kg |
Women’s Barbell Sumo Deadlift vs Kettlebell Deadlift Standards
How to read the table: The first number is Barbell Sumo Deadlift; the second is Kettlebell Deadlift. Each number is the lowest estimated one-rep max needed to reach that strength level. Scroll horizontally on smaller screens.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 lb 45.4 kg | 143 / 37 lb 64.9 / 16.8 kg | 195 / 55 lb 88.5 / 24.9 kg | 235 / 78 lb 106.6 / 35.4 kg | 269 / 101 lb 122 / 45.8 kg |
| 110 lb 49.9 kg | 153 / 39 lb 69.4 / 17.7 kg | 207 / 59 lb 93.9 / 26.8 kg | 250 / 83 lb 113.4 / 37.6 kg | 287 / 107 lb 130.2 / 48.5 kg |
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | 162 / 41 lb 73.5 / 18.6 kg | 220 / 62 lb 99.8 / 28.1 kg | 265 / 88 lb 120.2 / 39.9 kg | 304 / 114 lb 137.9 / 51.7 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | 171 / 44 lb 77.6 / 20 kg | 232 / 65 lb 105.2 / 29.5 kg | 280 / 93 lb 127 / 42.2 kg | 321 / 120 lb 145.6 / 54.4 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | 180 / 46 lb 81.6 / 20.9 kg | 244 / 69 lb 110.7 / 31.3 kg | 294 / 97 lb 133.4 / 44 kg | 337 / 126 lb 152.9 / 57.2 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | 188 / 48 lb 85.3 / 21.8 kg | 255 / 72 lb 115.7 / 32.7 kg | 308 / 102 lb 139.7 / 46.3 kg | 353 / 132 lb 160.1 / 59.9 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | 196 / 50 lb 88.9 / 22.7 kg | 266 / 75 lb 120.7 / 34 kg | 322 / 106 lb 146.1 / 48.1 kg | 369 / 138 lb 167.4 / 62.6 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | 204 / 52 lb 92.5 / 23.6 kg | 277 / 78 lb 125.6 / 35.4 kg | 335 / 111 lb 152 / 50.3 kg | 384 / 143 lb 174.2 / 64.9 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | 212 / 54 lb 96.2 / 24.5 kg | 288 / 81 lb 130.6 / 36.7 kg | 348 / 115 lb 157.9 / 52.2 kg | 399 / 149 lb 181 / 67.6 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | 220 / 56 lb 99.8 / 25.4 kg | 299 / 84 lb 135.6 / 38.1 kg | 361 / 119 lb 163.7 / 54 kg | 413 / 155 lb 187.3 / 70.3 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | 228 / 58 lb 103.4 / 26.3 kg | 309 / 87 lb 140.2 / 39.5 kg | 373 / 124 lb 169.2 / 56.2 kg | 428 / 160 lb 194.1 / 72.6 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | 235 / 60 lb 106.6 / 27.2 kg | 319 / 90 lb 144.7 / 40.8 kg | 385 / 128 lb 174.6 / 58.1 kg | 442 / 165 lb 200.5 / 74.8 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | 243 / 62 lb 110.2 / 28.1 kg | 329 / 93 lb 149.2 / 42.2 kg | 398 / 132 lb 180.5 / 59.9 kg | 456 / 170 lb 206.8 / 77.1 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | 250 / 64 lb 113.4 / 29 kg | 339 / 96 lb 153.8 / 43.5 kg | 410 / 136 lb 186 / 61.7 kg | 469 / 176 lb 212.7 / 79.8 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | 257 / 66 lb 116.6 / 29.9 kg | 349 / 98 lb 158.3 / 44.5 kg | 421 / 140 lb 191 / 63.5 kg | 483 / 181 lb 219.1 / 82.1 kg |
How Your Barbell Sumo Deadlift vs Kettlebell Deadlift Result Is Calculated
The calculator estimates each max, rates it against the standards for that exercise and bodyweight, then compares the two ratings. Here is the complete process.
1. Estimate a one-rep max from each set
For one rep, it uses the weight entered. For 2–12 reps, it runs both formulas and keeps the lower, less aggressive estimate.
- Epley: weight × (1 + reps ÷ 30)
- Brzycki: weight × 36 ÷ (37 − reps)
A published back-squat study supports estimated-max prediction under its study conditions. It does not independently validate every exercise or population used by this comparison. Estimates are more dependable from clean, difficult, lower-rep sets. See the Back-squat formula validation study and Published discussion of back-squat one-rep-max prediction research.
2. Find the barbell sumo deadlift strength level
The standards use the sex-specific targets from the individual Barbell Sumo Deadlift tool. Targets begin at 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women, then adjust to your exact bodyweight: reference target × (user bodyweight ÷ reference bodyweight) to the two-thirds power.
The target rises more slowly than bodyweight so heavier lifters are expected to lift more without requiring strength to increase pound for pound.
3. Find the kettlebell deadlift strength level
The standards use the sex-specific targets from the individual Kettlebell Deadlift tool. Targets begin at 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women, then adjust to your exact bodyweight: reference target × (user bodyweight ÷ reference bodyweight) to the two-thirds power.
The target rises more slowly than bodyweight so heavier lifters are expected to lift more without requiring strength to increase pound for pound.
4. Compare the two results
Each max receives a level from Beginner through Elite. The lower-level lift is the priority. If the levels match, a priority appears only when one lift is at least 10 points farther from its next level. Otherwise, the result is Balanced.
The result shows which lift ranks lower, not why. Technique, fatigue, training history, and set quality can affect it. Age range is recorded anonymously but does not change the standards.
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Estimate each max | Use the entered weight for 1 rep; for 2–12 reps, keep the lower formula result. |
| Rate the barbell sumo deadlift | Adjust barbell sumo deadlift targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds rule. |
| Rate the kettlebell deadlift | Adjust kettlebell deadlift targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds rule. |
| Compare different levels | Name the lower-level lift as the priority. |
| Compare matching levels | Use Balanced unless the difference in progress toward the next level reaches 10 points. |
Use the calculator above to see both estimated maxes, strength levels, the priority or Balanced result, and both next-level targets.
How Men’s Barbell Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Deadlift Standards Differ
How to read both charts: Choose a strength level, find bodyweight along the bottom, and follow that level’s line. Zero means the two standards are equal. Above zero means the kettlebell deadlift standard is higher; below zero means the barbell sumo deadlift standard is higher. On a phone, swipe the chart left and right to inspect the full-size lines and labels. The tables provide the exact pounds and kilograms.
What the men’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 120 lb.
Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite at every displayed bodyweight.
114.7 → 210.9 kg from 120 to 300 lb bodyweight.
How to read the table: Every number is the kettlebell deadlift standard minus the barbell sumo deadlift standard. A plus sign means the kettlebell deadlift standard is higher. A minus sign means the barbell sumo deadlift standard is higher.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | −182 lb −82.5 kg | −224 lb −101.6 kg | −238 lb −107.9 kg | −253 lb −114.7 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | −192 lb −87.1 kg | −236 lb −107.1 kg | −251 lb −113.9 kg | −267 lb −121.1 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | −202 lb −91.6 kg | −248 lb −112.5 kg | −263 lb −119.3 kg | −280 lb −127 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | −211 lb −95.7 kg | −260 lb −117.9 kg | −276 lb −125.2 kg | −293 lb −132.9 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | −220 lb −99.8 kg | −271 lb −123 kg | −289 lb −131.1 kg | −306 lb −138.8 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | −229 lb −103.9 kg | −282 lb −127.9 kg | −300 lb −136.1 kg | −319 lb −144.7 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | −238 lb −108 kg | −293 lb −132.9 kg | −312 lb −141.6 kg | −331 lb −150.1 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | −247 lb −112 kg | −304 lb −137.9 kg | −323 lb −146.5 kg | −343 lb −155.6 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | −256 lb −116.1 kg | −315 lb −142.8 kg | −334 lb −151.5 kg | −355 lb −161 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | −264 lb −119.8 kg | −325 lb −147.4 kg | −345 lb −156.5 kg | −367 lb −166.5 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | −272 lb −123.4 kg | −335 lb −152 kg | −356 lb −161.5 kg | −379 lb −171.9 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | −280 lb −127 kg | −345 lb −156.4 kg | −367 lb −166.5 kg | −389 lb −176.4 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | −289 lb −131 kg | −355 lb −161 kg | −377 lb −171 kg | −401 lb −181.9 kg |
| 250 lb 113.4 kg | −297 lb −134.7 kg | −365 lb −165.5 kg | −388 lb −176 kg | −412 lb −186.9 kg |
| 260 lb 117.9 kg | −304 lb −137.9 kg | −375 lb −170.1 kg | −398 lb −180.5 kg | −422 lb −191.4 kg |
| 270 lb 122.5 kg | −312 lb −141.6 kg | −384 lb −174.2 kg | −408 lb −185 kg | −433 lb −196.4 kg |
| 280 lb 127 kg | −320 lb −145.2 kg | −393 lb −178.3 kg | −419 lb −190.1 kg | −444 lb −201.4 kg |
| 290 lb 131.5 kg | −327 lb −148.3 kg | −403 lb −182.8 kg | −428 lb −194.1 kg | −455 lb −206.4 kg |
| 300 lb 136.1 kg | −335 lb −151.9 kg | −412 lb −186.9 kg | −438 lb −198.7 kg | −465 lb −210.9 kg |
How Women’s Barbell Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Deadlift Standards Differ
What the women’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 100 lb.
Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite at every displayed bodyweight.
76.2 → 137 kg from 100 to 240 lb bodyweight.
How to read the table: Every number is the kettlebell deadlift standard minus the barbell sumo deadlift standard. A plus sign means the kettlebell deadlift standard is higher. A minus sign means the barbell sumo deadlift standard is higher.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 lb 45.4 kg | −106 lb −48.1 kg | −140 lb −63.6 kg | −157 lb −71.2 kg | −168 lb −76.2 kg |
| 110 lb 49.9 kg | −114 lb −51.7 kg | −148 lb −67.1 kg | −167 lb −75.8 kg | −180 lb −81.7 kg |
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | −121 lb −54.9 kg | −158 lb −71.7 kg | −177 lb −80.3 kg | −190 lb −86.2 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | −127 lb −57.6 kg | −167 lb −75.7 kg | −187 lb −84.8 kg | −201 lb −91.2 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | −134 lb −60.7 kg | −175 lb −79.4 kg | −197 lb −89.4 kg | −211 lb −95.7 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | −140 lb −63.5 kg | −183 lb −83 kg | −206 lb −93.4 kg | −221 lb −100.2 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | −146 lb −66.2 kg | −191 lb −86.7 kg | −216 lb −98 kg | −231 lb −104.8 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | −152 lb −68.9 kg | −199 lb −90.2 kg | −224 lb −101.7 kg | −241 lb −109.3 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | −158 lb −71.7 kg | −207 lb −93.9 kg | −233 lb −105.7 kg | −250 lb −113.4 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | −164 lb −74.4 kg | −215 lb −97.5 kg | −242 lb −109.7 kg | −258 lb −117 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | −170 lb −77.1 kg | −222 lb −100.7 kg | −249 lb −113 kg | −268 lb −121.5 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | −175 lb −79.4 kg | −229 lb −103.9 kg | −257 lb −116.5 kg | −277 lb −125.7 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | −181 lb −82.1 kg | −236 lb −107 kg | −266 lb −120.6 kg | −286 lb −129.7 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | −186 lb −84.4 kg | −243 lb −110.3 kg | −274 lb −124.3 kg | −293 lb −132.9 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | −191 lb −86.7 kg | −251 lb −113.8 kg | −281 lb −127.5 kg | −302 lb −137 kg |
Barbell Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Deadlift Exercises Used by This Calculator
This calculator uses a strict barbell sumo deadlift and a strict kettlebell deadlift. Use strict canonical Barbell Sumo Deadlift and Kettlebell Deadlift tests. Do not mix variations, assistance, partial range, momentum, or different load conventions.
Use a strict, repeatable Barbell Sumo Deadlift
Follow the individual Barbell Sumo Deadlift calculator’s canonical setup, load convention, range of motion, and finish rules. Keep the same setup when retesting.
Use a strict, repeatable Kettlebell Deadlift
one kettlebell deadlifted by one side or one hand at a time total valid reps across both sides combined deadlift one kettlebell from the same low start to full standing lockout without twisting, bouncing, hitching, two-hand pulling, or centered sumo substitution Consistent setup, range, and finish quality across the entered set No substituted exercise or assisted reps Enter total external weight. Keep the same equipment and setup when retesting.
Enter one recent Barbell Sumo Deadlift result and one recent Kettlebell Deadlift result
Use each exercise’s canonical input: External load and a whole number from 1 to 12 reps for Barbell Sumo Deadlift and Total external weight and a whole number from 1 to 12 reps for Kettlebell Deadlift.
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