Best overall massage gun for the money
Status: Own
I picked the Therabody Theragun Prime. Let me tell you why.
I bought it to relax my muscles as I have a long commute each day and tend to get tight. Also, I am a golfer and many times after repetitive motion I have some soreness. I am pleased with the results and would recommend after using it for 3 months. Read more about why or click to the right to check prices from popular retailers. I bought mine at Best Buy so I could curb pickup but Amazon had a similar price.
Do I need a Percussive Massage Device?
I wasn’t sure this was a gadget I needed and so I did my usual exhaustive research looking at all of the brands, models, features, and prices. I usual pick for value which is feature benefit against price when deciding. I do like quality and if I am going to spend more than $100 dollars on something, I want it to last.
Therabody Theragun is the leader in the space in terms of branding, popularity, and use from pro athletes and trainers. Many of them received the product as placement or sponsor as part of their ambassador program. Pro golfers and athletes from all sports are using the Theragun Pro. Ronaldo is even a spokesperson. While that version is the high end – sometimes you have to decide if you want the best in the good better best comparison.
How did I choose Therabody?
As someone who regularly deals with muscle tension and soreness from workouts, this personal massager has been a game changer. I wanted the quality of the brand name and the well-built device that would last through many uses.
Now what model is a good fit?
Therabody does a good job with their model comparisons. I am going to summarize below but you can see all of their specs here.
The Theragun Prime offers deep tissue relief with just the right intensity. The ergonomic design makes it easy to use, even for hard-to-reach areas like my back and shoulders. One of the standout features is how quiet it is—unlike other massagers I’ve used in the past, the noise level is minimal, which makes for a more relaxing experience.
What’s in the Box
The Therabody Theragun Prime comes with three attachments and a charging cord in a nice silk-like bag. The bag has a drawn string close which doubles as a nice way to hang it on a mudroom hook or gym locker. It was ready to go out of the box but wanted you to charge it fully before use.
The battery life is excellent, easily lasting through multiple sessions before needing a recharge, and the app integration offers guidance and tips that have been super helpful.
My First Use
I was able to use it without instruction like most males. There is a quick start and plenty of videos on Therabody’s website here. It isn’t the most complicated device. You turn it on and roll it over your muscles. There is a trick to holding it sideways across your neck and back to keep the moving. You will get the hang of it.
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