That's exactly why I didn't get it, worried about chincy pulleys and cables. Maybe I'll invest my money in other gear if it's cheapie and disappointing. Once gyms re-open I'll be goin there anyway, so maybe keeping it simple is a better way to o at homeI've got the high/low pulley for my rack. The cable tends to get twisted after doing a few sets, and the pulleys aren't the smoothest. It's decent for a home gym though. I've never had a problem finishing a workout or anything like that. Just don't expect the same quality you'd get from more expensive equipment.