Kettlebell Deadlift vs Barbell Deadlift Strength Standards
Compare your kettlebell deadlift and barbell 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.
Enter the canonical working weight and a whole number of strict repetitions for each exercise. Pounds and kilograms can be mixed. Use a strict, repeatable kettlebell deadlift set that follows the canonical setup, range, and lockout rules and a conventional deadlift from the floor to full lockout. 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.
Kettlebell Deadlift vs Barbell Deadlift Strength Standards by Bodyweight
Use these tables to compare the estimated one-rep max required for the kettlebell deadlift and barbell 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 kettlebell deadlift and barbell 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 Kettlebell Deadlift / Barbell 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 Kettlebell Deadlift vs Barbell Deadlift Standards
How to read the table: The first number is Kettlebell Deadlift; the second is Barbell 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 | 63 / 252 lb 28.6 / 114.3 kg | 91 / 322 lb 41.3 / 146.1 kg | 126 / 371 lb 57.2 / 168.3 kg | 160 / 420 lb 72.6 / 190.5 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | 67 / 266 lb 30.4 / 120.7 kg | 96 / 339 lb 43.5 / 153.8 kg | 133 / 391 lb 60.3 / 177.4 kg | 169 / 443 lb 76.7 / 200.9 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | 70 / 279 lb 31.8 / 126.6 kg | 101 / 357 lb 45.8 / 161.9 kg | 140 / 411 lb 63.5 / 186.4 kg | 178 / 465 lb 80.7 / 210.9 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | 73 / 292 lb 33.1 / 132.4 kg | 106 / 373 lb 48.1 / 169.2 kg | 146 / 431 lb 66.2 / 195.5 kg | 186 / 487 lb 84.4 / 220.9 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | 77 / 305 lb 34.9 / 138.3 kg | 111 / 390 lb 50.3 / 176.9 kg | 152 / 449 lb 68.9 / 203.7 kg | 194 / 508 lb 88 / 230.4 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | 80 / 318 lb 36.3 / 144.2 kg | 115 / 406 lb 52.2 / 184.2 kg | 159 / 468 lb 72.1 / 212.3 kg | 202 / 529 lb 91.6 / 240 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | 83 / 330 lb 37.6 / 149.7 kg | 120 / 422 lb 54.4 / 191.4 kg | 165 / 486 lb 74.8 / 220.4 kg | 210 / 550 lb 95.3 / 249.5 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | 86 / 342 lb 39 / 155.1 kg | 124 / 437 lb 56.2 / 198.2 kg | 171 / 504 lb 77.6 / 228.6 kg | 218 / 570 lb 98.9 / 258.5 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | 89 / 354 lb 40.4 / 160.6 kg | 128 / 452 lb 58.1 / 205 kg | 177 / 522 lb 80.3 / 236.8 kg | 226 / 590 lb 102.5 / 267.6 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | 92 / 366 lb 41.7 / 166 kg | 133 / 467 lb 60.3 / 211.8 kg | 183 / 539 lb 83 / 244.5 kg | 233 / 609 lb 105.7 / 276.2 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | 95 / 377 lb 43.1 / 171 kg | 137 / 482 lb 62.1 / 218.6 kg | 189 / 556 lb 85.7 / 252.2 kg | 240 / 629 lb 108.9 / 285.3 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | 98 / 388 lb 44.5 / 176 kg | 141 / 496 lb 64 / 225 kg | 194 / 572 lb 88 / 259.5 kg | 248 / 647 lb 112.5 / 293.5 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | 100 / 400 lb 45.4 / 181.4 kg | 145 / 511 lb 65.8 / 231.8 kg | 200 / 589 lb 90.7 / 267.2 kg | 255 / 666 lb 115.7 / 302.1 kg |
| 250 lb 113.4 kg | 103 / 411 lb 46.7 / 186.4 kg | 149 / 525 lb 67.6 / 238.1 kg | 205 / 605 lb 93 / 274.4 kg | 262 / 684 lb 118.8 / 310.3 kg |
| 260 lb 117.9 kg | 106 / 422 lb 48.1 / 191.4 kg | 153 / 539 lb 69.4 / 244.5 kg | 211 / 621 lb 95.7 / 281.7 kg | 269 / 703 lb 122 / 318.9 kg |
| 270 lb 122.5 kg | 109 / 432 lb 49.4 / 196 kg | 157 / 552 lb 71.2 / 250.4 kg | 216 / 637 lb 98 / 288.9 kg | 276 / 720 lb 125.2 / 326.6 kg |
| 280 lb 127 kg | 111 / 443 lb 50.3 / 200.9 kg | 161 / 566 lb 73 / 256.7 kg | 221 / 653 lb 100.2 / 296.2 kg | 282 / 738 lb 127.9 / 334.8 kg |
| 290 lb 131.5 kg | 114 / 453 lb 51.7 / 205.5 kg | 164 / 579 lb 74.4 / 262.6 kg | 227 / 668 lb 103 / 303 kg | 289 / 756 lb 131.1 / 342.9 kg |
| 300 lb 136.1 kg | 117 / 464 lb 53.1 / 210.5 kg | 168 / 593 lb 76.2 / 269 kg | 232 / 683 lb 105.2 / 309.8 kg | 296 / 773 lb 134.3 / 350.6 kg |
Women’s Kettlebell Deadlift vs Barbell Deadlift Standards
How to read the table: The first number is Kettlebell Deadlift; the second is Barbell 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 | 37 / 149 lb 16.8 / 67.6 kg | 55 / 201 lb 24.9 / 91.2 kg | 78 / 240 lb 35.4 / 108.9 kg | 101 / 275 lb 45.8 / 124.7 kg |
| 110 lb 49.9 kg | 39 / 159 lb 17.7 / 72.1 kg | 59 / 214 lb 26.8 / 97.1 kg | 83 / 256 lb 37.6 / 116.1 kg | 107 / 293 lb 48.5 / 132.9 kg |
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | 41 / 168 lb 18.6 / 76.2 kg | 62 / 227 lb 28.1 / 103 kg | 88 / 271 lb 39.9 / 122.9 kg | 114 / 310 lb 51.7 / 140.6 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | 44 / 177 lb 20 / 80.3 kg | 65 / 239 lb 29.5 / 108.4 kg | 93 / 286 lb 42.2 / 129.7 kg | 120 / 327 lb 54.4 / 148.3 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | 46 / 186 lb 20.9 / 84.4 kg | 69 / 251 lb 31.3 / 113.9 kg | 97 / 301 lb 44 / 136.5 kg | 126 / 344 lb 57.2 / 156 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | 48 / 195 lb 21.8 / 88.5 kg | 72 / 263 lb 32.7 / 119.3 kg | 102 / 315 lb 46.3 / 142.9 kg | 132 / 360 lb 59.9 / 163.3 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | 50 / 204 lb 22.7 / 92.5 kg | 75 / 275 lb 34 / 124.7 kg | 106 / 329 lb 48.1 / 149.2 kg | 138 / 376 lb 62.6 / 170.6 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | 52 / 212 lb 23.6 / 96.2 kg | 78 / 286 lb 35.4 / 129.7 kg | 111 / 342 lb 50.3 / 155.1 kg | 143 / 391 lb 64.9 / 177.4 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | 54 / 220 lb 24.5 / 99.8 kg | 81 / 297 lb 36.7 / 134.7 kg | 115 / 356 lb 52.2 / 161.5 kg | 149 / 407 lb 67.6 / 184.6 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | 56 / 228 lb 25.4 / 103.4 kg | 84 / 308 lb 38.1 / 139.7 kg | 119 / 369 lb 54 / 167.4 kg | 155 / 421 lb 70.3 / 191 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | 58 / 236 lb 26.3 / 107 kg | 87 / 319 lb 39.5 / 144.7 kg | 124 / 382 lb 56.2 / 173.3 kg | 160 / 436 lb 72.6 / 197.8 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | 60 / 244 lb 27.2 / 110.7 kg | 90 / 329 lb 40.8 / 149.2 kg | 128 / 394 lb 58.1 / 178.7 kg | 165 / 451 lb 74.8 / 204.6 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | 62 / 252 lb 28.1 / 114.3 kg | 93 / 340 lb 42.2 / 154.2 kg | 132 / 407 lb 59.9 / 184.6 kg | 170 / 465 lb 77.1 / 210.9 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | 64 / 259 lb 29 / 117.5 kg | 96 / 350 lb 43.5 / 158.8 kg | 136 / 419 lb 61.7 / 190.1 kg | 176 / 479 lb 79.8 / 217.3 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | 66 / 267 lb 29.9 / 121.1 kg | 98 / 360 lb 44.5 / 163.3 kg | 140 / 431 lb 63.5 / 195.5 kg | 181 / 492 lb 82.1 / 223.2 kg |
How Your Kettlebell Deadlift vs Barbell 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 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.
3. Find the barbell deadlift strength level
The deadlift data uses lifters ages 18–39. 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 total weight 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 kettlebell deadlift | Adjust kettlebell deadlift targets to exact bodyweight with the two-thirds rule. |
| Rate the barbell deadlift | Adjust barbell 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 Kettlebell Deadlift and Barbell 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 barbell deadlift standard is higher; below zero means the kettlebell 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.
117.9 → 216.3 kg from 120 to 300 lb bodyweight.
How to read the table: Every number is the barbell deadlift standard minus the kettlebell deadlift standard. A plus sign means the barbell deadlift standard is higher. A minus sign means the kettlebell deadlift standard is higher.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | +189 lb +85.7 kg | +231 lb +104.8 kg | +245 lb +111.1 kg | +260 lb +117.9 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | +199 lb +90.3 kg | +243 lb +110.3 kg | +258 lb +117.1 kg | +274 lb +124.2 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | +209 lb +94.8 kg | +256 lb +116.1 kg | +271 lb +122.9 kg | +287 lb +130.2 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | +219 lb +99.3 kg | +267 lb +121.1 kg | +285 lb +129.3 kg | +301 lb +136.5 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | +228 lb +103.4 kg | +279 lb +126.6 kg | +297 lb +134.8 kg | +314 lb +142.4 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | +238 lb +107.9 kg | +291 lb +132 kg | +309 lb +140.2 kg | +327 lb +148.4 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | +247 lb +112.1 kg | +302 lb +137 kg | +321 lb +145.6 kg | +340 lb +154.2 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | +256 lb +116.1 kg | +313 lb +142 kg | +333 lb +151 kg | +352 lb +159.6 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | +265 lb +120.2 kg | +324 lb +146.9 kg | +345 lb +156.5 kg | +364 lb +165.1 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | +274 lb +124.3 kg | +334 lb +151.5 kg | +356 lb +161.5 kg | +376 lb +170.5 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | +282 lb +127.9 kg | +345 lb +156.5 kg | +367 lb +166.5 kg | +389 lb +176.4 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | +290 lb +131.5 kg | +355 lb +161 kg | +378 lb +171.5 kg | +399 lb +181 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | +300 lb +136 kg | +366 lb +166 kg | +389 lb +176.5 kg | +411 lb +186.4 kg |
| 250 lb 113.4 kg | +308 lb +139.7 kg | +376 lb +170.5 kg | +400 lb +181.4 kg | +422 lb +191.5 kg |
| 260 lb 117.9 kg | +316 lb +143.3 kg | +386 lb +175.1 kg | +410 lb +186 kg | +434 lb +196.9 kg |
| 270 lb 122.5 kg | +323 lb +146.6 kg | +395 lb +179.2 kg | +421 lb +190.9 kg | +444 lb +201.4 kg |
| 280 lb 127 kg | +332 lb +150.6 kg | +405 lb +183.7 kg | +432 lb +196 kg | +456 lb +206.9 kg |
| 290 lb 131.5 kg | +339 lb +153.8 kg | +415 lb +188.2 kg | +441 lb +200 kg | +467 lb +211.8 kg |
| 300 lb 136.1 kg | +347 lb +157.4 kg | +425 lb +192.8 kg | +451 lb +204.6 kg | +477 lb +216.3 kg |
How Women’s Kettlebell Deadlift and Barbell 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.
78.9 → 141.1 kg from 100 to 240 lb bodyweight.
How to read the table: Every number is the barbell deadlift standard minus the kettlebell deadlift standard. A plus sign means the barbell deadlift standard is higher. A minus sign means the kettlebell deadlift standard is higher.
| Bodyweight | Novice | Intermediate | Advanced | Elite |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 lb 45.4 kg | +112 lb +50.8 kg | +146 lb +66.3 kg | +162 lb +73.5 kg | +174 lb +78.9 kg |
| 110 lb 49.9 kg | +120 lb +54.4 kg | +155 lb +70.3 kg | +173 lb +78.5 kg | +186 lb +84.4 kg |
| 120 lb 54.4 kg | +127 lb +57.6 kg | +165 lb +74.9 kg | +183 lb +83 kg | +196 lb +88.9 kg |
| 130 lb 59 kg | +133 lb +60.3 kg | +174 lb +78.9 kg | +193 lb +87.5 kg | +207 lb +93.9 kg |
| 140 lb 63.5 kg | +140 lb +63.5 kg | +182 lb +82.6 kg | +204 lb +92.5 kg | +218 lb +98.8 kg |
| 150 lb 68 kg | +147 lb +66.7 kg | +191 lb +86.6 kg | +213 lb +96.6 kg | +228 lb +103.4 kg |
| 160 lb 72.6 kg | +154 lb +69.8 kg | +200 lb +90.7 kg | +223 lb +101.1 kg | +238 lb +108 kg |
| 170 lb 77.1 kg | +160 lb +72.6 kg | +208 lb +94.3 kg | +231 lb +104.8 kg | +248 lb +112.5 kg |
| 180 lb 81.6 kg | +166 lb +75.3 kg | +216 lb +98 kg | +241 lb +109.3 kg | +258 lb +117 kg |
| 190 lb 86.2 kg | +172 lb +78 kg | +224 lb +101.6 kg | +250 lb +113.4 kg | +266 lb +120.7 kg |
| 200 lb 90.7 kg | +178 lb +80.7 kg | +232 lb +105.2 kg | +258 lb +117.1 kg | +276 lb +125.2 kg |
| 210 lb 95.3 kg | +184 lb +83.5 kg | +239 lb +108.4 kg | +266 lb +120.6 kg | +286 lb +129.8 kg |
| 220 lb 99.8 kg | +190 lb +86.2 kg | +247 lb +112 kg | +275 lb +124.7 kg | +295 lb +133.8 kg |
| 230 lb 104.3 kg | +195 lb +88.5 kg | +254 lb +115.3 kg | +283 lb +128.4 kg | +303 lb +137.5 kg |
| 240 lb 108.9 kg | +201 lb +91.2 kg | +262 lb +118.8 kg | +291 lb +132 kg | +311 lb +141.1 kg |
Kettlebell Deadlift and Barbell Deadlift Exercises Used by This Calculator
This calculator uses a strict kettlebell deadlift and a conventional barbell deadlift. Use strict canonical Kettlebell Deadlift and Barbell Deadlift tests. Do not mix variations, assistance, partial range, momentum, or different load conventions.
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.
Use a conventional barbell deadlift from the floor
Start every rep with the bar motionless on the floor and finish standing with the hips and knees straight. Do not bounce the bar, use touch-and-go reps, hitch it up the thighs, or enter a rack pull, block pull, trap-bar deadlift, Romanian deadlift, machine variation, or equipped result.
Enter one recent Kettlebell Deadlift result and one recent Barbell Deadlift result
Enter the canonical working weight and a whole number of strict repetitions for each exercise. Pounds and kilograms can be mixed.
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