9 Of The Best Massage Guns On Amazon For Relieving Stress And Muscle Tension - Forbes

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As someone who often carries tension around my shoulders and neck, I’m a big fan of routine therapeutic massage. Of course this past year made such routines a bit harder to keep up, so it’s no wonder the masses are turning to personal handheld massage tools. I was skeptical until I had my first experience with a massage gun a few months ago. I was instantly hooked.


The best massage guns will not only help relieve back pain but also alleviate stress.

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As I set out to learn more about types and features, I found a surprising range of options on Amazon, from targeted deep-tissue massagers with powerful pressure to more relaxing massage guns for relieving stress using a softer touch. Based on top-rated user reviews and my own personal experiences, here are nine of the best massage guns on Amazon.

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Vybe Percussion Massage Gun-Pro Model


With its nine-speed settings, eight attachments and overall portable yet powerful design, this Vybe Percussion Massage Gun gets top marks for a strong touch. This model is quiet and lightweight yet provides professional levels of pressure for a true deep-tissue massage.

With a 4.7 star rating on Amazon, the only points against it are that this massager can perhaps be too powerful. But if you’re like me when it comes to preferring more pressure, this aspect can be considered a good thing. It also comes with a sleek and sturdy travel case that’s built to keep the massager and all its accessories protected on the go.

Hyperice Hypervolt Go


Hypervolt percussion massage guns from Hyperice have become a category favorite. This brand’s various models receive consistently high ratings from professionals, online reviewers and editors (including in this in-depth review of their higher-end massage gun).

As its newest and most affordable massager, the Hypervolt Go is a great choice for all your mid-range massage gun needs. This was also the first massage gun that I used and loved. Its lightweight design features Quiet Glide technology with a single button that toggles between three speeds. The grip feels solid, with a natural angle that works equally well when used on yourself or others.

Theragun Elite


As a beloved pioneer in the percussive massager category, Theragun is perhaps the best-known brand around. Its professional-grade models are famously used by physical therapists, trainers, chiropractors and athletes. This premium model was designed as a powerful yet far more affordable version of its predecessor.

Like the Pro, the Theragun Elite boasts a proprietary QX65 brushless motor and 40 pounds maximum force with QuietForce Technology. Other features include Bluetooth compatibility and an OLED Screen with three built-in presets and a responsive force meter. It comes with five attachments and a versatile triangulated grip for ease of use and comfort.

Theragun Prime


The Theragun Prime is a simplified version of the Theragun Elite mentioned above. They look very similar, but there are some notable differences. There’s no OLED screen on this one to monitor force or speed, and it lacks the built-in presets, but it does offer LED Speed Indicators and app-guided presets instead. It also comes with one less attachment than the Elite model. Though slightly pared down, this sleek massage gun still packs a punch when it comes to percussive therapeutic benefits and state-of-the-art technology.

Opove M3 Pro Soft and Carrying Case


The sleek, more feminine design and slightly softer pressure set this percussive massager apart from the rest. At 25 pounds of stall force, the Opove M3 Pro Soft is perfect for anyone preferring a lighter touch. Its attachments are softer too, with a variety of six silicon massage heads that work great on sensitive skin.

The longer handle also makes giving yourself a back massage easier, especially when tight muscles might limit flexibility. This bundle for the Opove M3 Pro Soft comes at a special price that makes its tastefully designed carrying case practically free.

SKG F5 Body Massage Gun with Heat


As if the look of this unique percussion massager didn’t make it stand out enough, the SKG F5 Body Massage Gun has heat settings that, along with a pretty attractive price, make it nearly impossible to ignore. The device has four speeds and three heat settings with corresponding lights to indicate your selection. It also comes with three unique massage heads that feel smooth on the skin, especially the soft green one specifically designed to soothe more sensitive skin.

Sportneer Elite D9 Percussion Massage Gun


As a premium provider of sporting gear of all kinds, Sportneer is a natural choice among athletes. Not to disappoint, the brand’s Elite D9 Massage Gun is powered by a 220W brushless motor that makes it a strong choice for deep-tissue massages that target tight and overworked muscles.

Among all the percussive massage guns in this roundup, this one boasts the best battery life with up to seven hours of use. However, its stall force is among the lowest at just under 19 pounds of pressure to activate the automatic shutoff, and there’s also a 10-minute timer that shuts the unit off temporarily as a safety feature.

Bob and Brad C2 Massage Gun


Bob and Brad started back in 2011 as a very popular YouTube channel featuring physical therapists Bob Schrupp and Brad Heineck. They have since expanded their brand with a line of fitness products that now includes percussion massagers, with the C2 as their top model.

With five speeds and five carefully crafted massage heads alongside rave reviews and adoring fans, this deep-tissue percussion massager is one of the lightest and most compact on this list. Like the Sportneer Elite D9, it comes with a built-in intelligent chip that signals automatic shutdown after 10 minutes as a safety feature.

Hehx Percussion Massage Gun


With a 4.5 star rating on Amazon, this Hehx massage guns is one of the best in its range and is reasonably priced for such a well-regarded model. This lightweight handheld tool comes equipped with 20 speeds and six targeted attachments so it’s ready for deep-tissue massage pressure wherever you need it most.

The controls are simple and the settings are clear thanks to its LCD touchscreen display. The massager also has the lowest fee for adding a two-year protection plan at just $5.99, a small price to pay to protect your new after-work essential.