Barbell Clean And Press vs Smith Machine Overhead Press
Compare your clean and press (barbell) and smith machine overhead press against strength standards for your sex and bodyweight. Use one clean 1–12-rep set per lift to review estimated one-rep maxes, strength levels, next targets, and priority.
First lift: total barbell load and 1–12 strict reps. Second lift: weight used and 1–12 strict reps. Pounds or kilograms. For the first exercise, stand fully before starting the overhead press. For the second exercise, press the Smith bar overhead from the chosen start height to full lockout, keep the lower body quiet, and avoid hook bounce, partials, or push-press mechanics. Each lift is compared with its own standards, so the heavier lift is not automatically the stronger one.
Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Smith Machine Overhead Press Strength Standards
The paired standards below show what the clean and press (barbell) and smith machine overhead press each require at the same strength level. They are separate exercise targets rather than a prescribed difference between your lifts.
Select the appropriate sex table and nearest bodyweight, then choose a strength-level column. Values are ordered Clean And Press (Barbell) / Smith Machine Overhead Press in pounds with kilograms underneath. The calculator above handles exact bodyweight and set inputs.
Men’s Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Smith Machine Overhead Press Standards
How to read the table: Find the closest bodyweight, then use the labeled exercise row. Every strength-level entry shows one target with pounds first and kilograms beneath it.
| Bodyweight | Exercise | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lb54.4 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 70 lb31.8 kg | 87 lb39.5 kg | 104 lb47.2 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 59 lb26.8 kg | 84 lb38.1 kg | 115 lb52.2 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg | |
| 130 lb59 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 74 lb33.6 kg | 92 lb41.7 kg | 109 lb49.4 kg | 133 lb60.3 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 62 lb28.1 kg | 89 lb40.4 kg | 121 lb54.9 kg | 154 lb69.9 kg | |
| 140 lb63.5 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 78 lb35.4 kg | 96 lb43.5 kg | 115 lb52.2 kg | 140 lb63.5 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 65 lb29.5 kg | 93 lb42.2 kg | 127 lb57.6 kg | 162 lb73.5 kg | |
| 150 lb68 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 81 lb36.7 kg | 101 lb45.8 kg | 120 lb54.4 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 68 lb30.8 kg | 97 lb44 kg | 133 lb60.3 kg | 169 lb76.7 kg | |
| 160 lb72.6 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 85 lb38.6 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | 152 lb68.9 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 71 lb32.2 kg | 102 lb46.3 kg | 139 lb63 kg | 177 lb80.3 kg | |
| 170 lb77.1 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 88 lb39.9 kg | 110 lb49.9 kg | 131 lb59.4 kg | 159 lb72.1 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 74 lb33.6 kg | 106 lb48.1 kg | 145 lb65.8 kg | 184 lb83.5 kg | |
| 180 lb81.6 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 92 lb41.7 kg | 114 lb51.7 kg | 136 lb61.7 kg | 165 lb74.8 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 77 lb34.9 kg | 110 lb49.9 kg | 150 lb68 kg | 191 lb86.6 kg | |
| 190 lb86.2 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 95 lb43.1 kg | 118 lb53.5 kg | 141 lb64 kg | 171 lb77.6 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 80 lb36.3 kg | 114 lb51.7 kg | 156 lb70.8 kg | 198 lb89.8 kg | |
| 200 lb90.7 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 98 lb44.5 kg | 122 lb55.3 kg | 146 lb66.2 kg | 177 lb80.3 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 83 lb37.6 kg | 118 lb53.5 kg | 161 lb73 kg | 205 lb93 kg | |
| 210 lb95.3 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 102 lb46.3 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | 151 lb68.5 kg | 183 lb83 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 86 lb39 kg | 122 lb55.3 kg | 167 lb75.7 kg | 212 lb96.2 kg | |
| 220 lb99.8 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 105 lb47.6 kg | 130 lb59 kg | 155 lb70.3 kg | 189 lb85.7 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 88 lb39.9 kg | 126 lb57.2 kg | 172 lb78 kg | 218 lb98.9 kg | |
| 230 lb104.3 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 108 lb49 kg | 134 lb60.8 kg | 160 lb72.6 kg | 194 lb88 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 91 lb41.3 kg | 129 lb58.5 kg | 177 lb80.3 kg | 225 lb102.1 kg | |
| 240 lb108.9 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 111 lb50.3 kg | 138 lb62.6 kg | 165 lb74.8 kg | 200 lb90.7 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 93 lb42.2 kg | 133 lb60.3 kg | 182 lb82.6 kg | 231 lb104.8 kg | |
| 250 lb113.4 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 114 lb51.7 kg | 142 lb64.4 kg | 169 lb76.7 kg | 205 lb93 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 96 lb43.5 kg | 137 lb62.1 kg | 187 lb84.8 kg | 238 lb108 kg | |
| 260 lb117.9 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 117 lb53.1 kg | 145 lb65.8 kg | 174 lb78.9 kg | 211 lb95.7 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 99 lb44.9 kg | 141 lb64 kg | 192 lb87.1 kg | 244 lb110.7 kg | |
| 270 lb122.5 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 120 lb54.4 kg | 149 lb67.6 kg | 178 lb80.7 kg | 216 lb98 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 101 lb45.8 kg | 144 lb65.3 kg | 197 lb89.4 kg | 250 lb113.4 kg | |
| 280 lb127 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 123 lb55.8 kg | 153 lb69.4 kg | 183 lb83 kg | 221 lb100.2 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 104 lb47.2 kg | 148 lb67.1 kg | 202 lb91.6 kg | 256 lb116.1 kg | |
| 290 lb131.5 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 126 lb57.2 kg | 156 lb70.8 kg | 187 lb84.8 kg | 227 lb103 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 106 lb48.1 kg | 151 lb68.5 kg | 207 lb93.9 kg | 262 lb118.8 kg | |
| 300 lb136.1 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 129 lb58.5 kg | 160 lb72.6 kg | 191 lb86.6 kg | 232 lb105.2 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 108 lb49 kg | 155 lb70.3 kg | 212 lb96.2 kg | 268 lb121.6 kg |
Women’s Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Smith Machine Overhead Press Standards
How to read the table: Find the closest bodyweight, then use the labeled exercise row. Every strength-level entry shows one target with pounds first and kilograms beneath it.
| Bodyweight | Exercise | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 lb45.4 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 34 lb15.4 kg | 43 lb19.5 kg | 53 lb24 kg | 69 lb31.3 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 29 lb13.2 kg | 43 lb19.5 kg | 62 lb28.1 kg | 80 lb36.3 kg | |
| 110 lb49.9 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 37 lb16.8 kg | 46 lb20.9 kg | 56 lb25.4 kg | 73 lb33.1 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 31 lb14.1 kg | 46 lb20.9 kg | 66 lb29.9 kg | 85 lb38.6 kg | |
| 120 lb54.4 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 39 lb17.7 kg | 48 lb21.8 kg | 59 lb26.8 kg | 78 lb35.4 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 33 lb15 kg | 49 lb22.2 kg | 70 lb31.8 kg | 90 lb40.8 kg | |
| 130 lb59 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 41 lb18.6 kg | 51 lb23.1 kg | 63 lb28.6 kg | 82 lb37.2 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 35 lb15.9 kg | 52 lb23.6 kg | 74 lb33.6 kg | 95 lb43.1 kg | |
| 140 lb63.5 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 43 lb19.5 kg | 53 lb24 kg | 66 lb29.9 kg | 86 lb39 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 36 lb16.3 kg | 54 lb24.5 kg | 77 lb34.9 kg | 100 lb45.4 kg | |
| 150 lb68 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 45 lb20.4 kg | 56 lb25.4 kg | 69 lb31.3 kg | 90 lb40.8 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 38 lb17.2 kg | 57 lb25.9 kg | 81 lb36.7 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg | |
| 160 lb72.6 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 47 lb21.3 kg | 58 lb26.3 kg | 72 lb32.7 kg | 94 lb42.6 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 40 lb18.1 kg | 60 lb27.2 kg | 85 lb38.6 kg | 110 lb49.9 kg | |
| 170 lb77.1 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 49 lb22.2 kg | 61 lb27.7 kg | 75 lb34 kg | 98 lb44.5 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 41 lb18.6 kg | 62 lb28.1 kg | 88 lb39.9 kg | 114 lb51.7 kg | |
| 180 lb81.6 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 51 lb23.1 kg | 63 lb28.6 kg | 78 lb35.4 kg | 102 lb46.3 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 43 lb19.5 kg | 64 lb29 kg | 91 lb41.3 kg | 119 lb54 kg | |
| 190 lb86.2 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 53 lb24 kg | 66 lb29.9 kg | 81 lb36.7 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 44 lb20 kg | 67 lb30.4 kg | 95 lb43.1 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg | |
| 200 lb90.7 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 55 lb24.9 kg | 68 lb30.8 kg | 84 lb38.1 kg | 109 lb49.4 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 46 lb20.9 kg | 69 lb31.3 kg | 98 lb44.5 kg | 127 lb57.6 kg | |
| 210 lb95.3 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 56 lb25.4 kg | 70 lb31.8 kg | 86 lb39 kg | 113 lb51.3 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 48 lb21.8 kg | 71 lb32.2 kg | 101 lb45.8 kg | 131 lb59.4 kg | |
| 220 lb99.8 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 58 lb26.3 kg | 72 lb32.7 kg | 89 lb40.4 kg | 116 lb52.6 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 49 lb22.2 kg | 74 lb33.6 kg | 105 lb47.6 kg | 136 lb61.7 kg | |
| 230 lb104.3 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 60 lb27.2 kg | 74 lb33.6 kg | 92 lb41.7 kg | 120 lb54.4 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 51 lb23.1 kg | 76 lb34.5 kg | 108 lb49 kg | 140 lb63.5 kg | |
| 240 lb108.9 kg | Clean And Press (Barbell) | 62 lb28.1 kg | 77 lb34.9 kg | 94 lb42.6 kg | 123 lb55.8 kg |
| Smith Machine Overhead Press | 52 lb23.6 kg | 78 lb35.4 kg | 111 lb50.3 kg | 144 lb65.3 kg |
How Your Clean And Press (Barbell) vs Smith Machine Overhead Press Result Is Calculated
Each set is converted to an estimated max before the calculator assigns exercise-specific strength levels and compares them.
1. Estimate a one-rep max from each set
The entered weight is used directly for one rep. With 2–12 reps, both estimates are compared and the lower value is used.
- Epley: weight × (1 + reps ÷ 30)
- Brzycki: weight × 36 ÷ (37 − reps)
Use recent Clean And Press (Barbell) and Smith Machine Overhead Press sets with consistent technique and full intended range of motion. Difficult lower-rep sets generally make the estimated max less dependent on extrapolation.
2. Find the clean and press (barbell) strength level
The clean and press (barbell) rating uses its sex-specific exercise standards. Reference targets at 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women are scaled to the entered bodyweight by reference target × (user bodyweight ÷ reference bodyweight) to the two-thirds power.
This adjustment expects larger lifters to move more weight, but it does not increase the target pound for pound with bodyweight.
3. Find the smith machine overhead press strength level
For smith machine overhead press, the individual exercise thresholds start from reference bodyweights of 190 lb for men and 150 lb for women. Exact-bodyweight targets use reference target × (user bodyweight ÷ reference bodyweight) to the two-thirds power.
Two-thirds scaling raises the target as bodyweight rises while limiting the size advantage that a direct one-to-one adjustment would create.
4. Compare the two results
Each max receives a level from Beginner through Elite. The lower-level lift becomes the priority. At matching levels, a priority appears only when one lift is at least 10 points farther from its next level; otherwise the result is Balanced.
A priority result is a standards comparison, not a diagnosis. Differences in technique, fatigue, practice, or set effort may influence it. Age range is recorded anonymously and does not alter these 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 clean and press (barbell) | Use the exercise-specific estimated max and adjust targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds scaling rule. |
| Rate the smith machine overhead press | Use the exercise-specific estimated max and adjust targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds scaling 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 view both estimated maxes, strength levels, next targets, and the resulting priority or Balanced verdict.
How Men’s Clean And Press (Barbell) and Smith Machine Overhead Press Standards Differ
What the men’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 120 lb.
Across all listed bodyweights, Advanced and Elite keep the same higher-target direction.
Across 120–300 lb bodyweight, the Elite gap changes from 9 to 16.4 kg.
How to read this chart: Choose a strength level and follow its line across bodyweight. Values show the Smith Machine Overhead Press standard minus the Clean And Press (Barbell) standard: zero means equal, above zero means the Smith Machine Overhead Press standard is higher, and below zero means the Clean And Press (Barbell) standard is higher. Swipe horizontally on mobile. Use the standards table for exact lb/kg targets.
Line chart loading. The standards tables above contain the exact pounds and kilograms.
How Women’s Clean And Press (Barbell) and Smith Machine Overhead Press Standards Differ
What the women’s data shows:
The standards come closest at 100 lb.
The higher target remains with Smith Machine Overhead Press for Advanced and Elite throughout the table.
At Elite, the difference is 5 kg at 100 lb and 9.5 kg at 240 lb.
How to read this chart: Choose a strength level and follow its line across bodyweight. Values show the Smith Machine Overhead Press standard minus the Clean And Press (Barbell) standard: zero means equal, above zero means the Smith Machine Overhead Press standard is higher, and below zero means the Clean And Press (Barbell) standard is higher. Swipe horizontally on mobile. Use the standards table for exact lb/kg targets.
Line chart loading. The standards tables above contain the exact pounds and kilograms.
Clean And Press (Barbell) and Smith Machine Overhead Press Exercises Used by This Calculator
The calculator expects repeatable clean and press (barbell) and smith machine overhead press results. Follow each exercise definition below so the two ratings are based on valid tests. Use strict, repeatable Clean And Press (Barbell) and Smith Machine Overhead Press tests that follow each exercise’s setup, range of motion, equipment, and load rules. Do not mix variations, assistance, partial range, momentum, or different load conventions.
Use the Clean And Press (Barbell) setup and load convention
Barbell starts on the floor from a dead stop. Clean each rep to a stable front rack. Stand fully before starting the overhead press. Press strictly; no dip, drive, jerk, or rebend. Lock out overhead with hips, knees, and elbows extended. Lower or reset under control before the next rep. No bouncing from the floor between reps. No hang cleans, thrusters, continental cleans, or axle variations. No dumbbells, kettlebells, machines, Smith machines, or straps.
Use the Smith Machine Overhead Press setup and load convention
The total effective Smith machine bar weight including plates and the machine bar convention. Strict Smith machine overhead press reps. Press the Smith bar overhead from the chosen start height to full lockout, keep the lower body quiet, and avoid hook bounce, partials, or push-press mechanics. Consistent setup, range, and finish quality across the entered set. No substituted exercise or assisted reps.
Enter one recent Clean And Press (Barbell) result and one recent Smith Machine Overhead Press result
First lift: total barbell load and 1–12 strict reps. Second lift: weight used and 1–12 strict reps. Pounds or kilograms.
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