The 8 Best Punching Bags of 2025, Tested

To find the best punching bags, we first consulted experts, including a personal trainer, a kickboxing athlete, and a boxer, to understand what key features to look for in a high-quality option. Then, we tested 19 options with instructor-led workouts in The Verywell Testing Lab. Testers, including a boxing instructor, completed workouts at three different intensity levels to evaluate each bag’s ease of use, effectiveness, comfort, durability, and value, in order to find the top options on the market. When we test punching bags, we evaluate each option based on the following key criteria: