Omorpho G Vest Icon review: The closest thing to a perfect weighted vest
The innovative training vest gets a welcome upgrade
The Omorpho G Vest Icon proves that weighted vests don't have to be bulky, restrictive or uncomfortable. With its clever weight distribution, adjustable fit and optional G-Pack system, it's the most versatile weighted vest I've tested. It's expensive, and stronger athletes may want more weight, but for most people, it's hard to beat.
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Slender, form-fitting design
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Can be used for running, walking and workouts
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Premium build
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Comfortable to be worn directly on the skin
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Adjustable weight
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Extra weight is more money
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Still on the light side for harder workouts
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I have been a big fan of Omorpho since I tried the brand’s weighted vest a couple of years ago. If you know anything about weighted vests, you might be familiar with the absolute lack of innovation in the category, which is why it’s nice that at least one company takes these products seriously.
The Omorpho G-Vest, which I tried back in 2024 and still use to this day, features a set of ball bearings (the so-called MicroLoad spheres) that distribute weight evenly across the vest. The updated G Vest Icon follows the same approach while also introducing the G-Pack system.
It’s three flat weight panels that snap inside the vest, allowing progressive overload while keeping the same slim profile. Men's versions can go from 10 lb to 20 lb, and the women's from 6 lb to 12 lb.
The G Vest Icon also has a more refined silhouette, making it even better suited for running and walking than its predecessor. It’s the best weighted vest you can buy right now, unless you prefer bulky models that flop around every time you move during your workout.
Omorpho G Vest Icon review
Price and availability
The G Vest Icon was launched in October 2025 and is available to buy now at Omorpho US, Omorpho UK and Omorpho EU, with prices starting at $319 / £259 / €299. It comes in three colours in the UK and EU (the new Deep Sea, Ocean (blue) and Black), with the good folks in the US also having a fourth option, Black Earth.
The weighted vest comes in three size options: Small-Medium, Large-Extra Large and Extra-Extra Large. The G Pack costs $99 / £79 / €99 when purchased with the G Vest Icon and $129 / £109 / €129 if you buy it on its own. The G Pack comes in only one colour (black).
Design and materials
The G Vest Icon uses the same 100% laminated polyester-to-synthetic-rubber construction as its predecessor, with stainless steel ball bearings encased inside. I haven’t counted the balls, but there are quite a few both on the front and back. The front has angled lines with no balls, presumably to let you bend forward more easily.
The three size options weigh differently, between 4.4 and 4.9 kg. My L-XL model weighs 4.8 kg. The G Vest Icon is fully adjustable via the side cords and the shoulder straps. One of the main benefits of Omorpho’s system is that it lets you find the closest fit to your body, which is handy during fast-paced workouts, especially walking and running.
The front features a full-length zip, and thanks to its slender design, the vest is easy to put on and take off. The curved hem helps, too. Running down the middle of the back is a ventilation channel. Omorpho recommends spot-cleaning or hand-washing the G Vest Icon in cold water, then hanging it to dry in the shade.
Performance and comfort
One of the best things about the G Vest Icon – especially in the heat we’re experiencing at the moment – is that you can wear it directly on your skin. I found the straps even more comfortable than those on the original G Vest, distributing weight evenly across both shoulders.
The side cords can be adjusted with just one pull, with the little gadget locking into position automatically. Once you've adjusted the vest, you won’t have to adjust it again for a while, unless you share it with someone else. Just make sure you wipe it off after every use.
The MicroLoad system works just as well as before. I used the G Vest Icon mostly for home workouts and had zero complaints about it. Of course, it’s still not ideal for exercises when you have to lie down on the floor, but that’s a tall ask from any weighted vest.
The vest works wonderfully for walking and can be used for running, too. A running-specific model (G-Vest Run) is coming soon; if you want to use the vest for that, I might wait. That said, the G Vest Icon is versatile enough for running, so if you need a model that does it all, I’d go with the current one.
If I have to offer any criticism, it’s that even with the G Pack, which costs extra, by the way, the vest is still pretty light compared to the competition. Of course, it’s also a lot more comfortable, so there is that.
Verdict
The Omorpho G Vest Icon takes everything that made the original G Vest one of my favourite fitness accessories and improves on it. The addition of the G-Pack system provides much-needed flexibility, while the refined fit makes the vest even more comfortable for walking, running, and general workouts.
It's still lighter than many traditional weighted vests, particularly once you start doing more strength-focused training, and having to pay extra for the additional weight panels feels a little cheeky at this price.
That said, no other weighted vest I've tested comes close to matching the G Vest Icon's comfort, fit and versatility. If your idea of weighted training involves moving rather than simply loading up as much weight as possible, the Omorpho G Vest Icon is the best weighted vest money can buy.
