Despite being a mini massage gun, the lowest setting is still pretty powerful and might be too strong for some users.

Noise: 45 dB | Stall Force: 30 lbs | Weight: 1.1 lbs | Customizability: 4 head attachments, 4 speeds | Battery Life: 4-5 hours Massage guns tend to come with a variety of massage heads of all shapes and sizes. Each feels different and are intended for use on different muscle groups. Accessories included Soft case, dampener head, standard ball head, thumb head, USB-A to USB-C charging cableExtended depth to 12mm means that each individual percussion does not simply vibrate the exterior of the muscle, but stimulates movement deep within the muscle tissue fibres. The TOLOCO EM26 is versatile and easy to use. We like that it comes with 10 head attachments and features seven speed levels. Percussion range is 1300-3200rpm with 4 built-in speeds. This is normal range stuff as far as most massage guns go. Even so, it’s a super quiet massage gun – much better than what we’ve seen so far – with 45-53dB noise levels (this is largely due to small amplitude). Hushed! Ekrin Bantam vs. Lifepro DynaMini (first picture) and Lifepro DynaMini vs. Bob and Brad Q2

If you’re new to percussive therapy and not sure where to begin, the Turonic G5 is a great option. It comes with very detailed instructions, clearly demonstrating the various massages you can perform with the device. Verywell Fit articles are reviewed by board-certified physicians and nutrition and exercise healthcare professionals. Medical Reviewers confirm the content is thorough and accurate, reflecting the latest evidence-based research. Content is reviewed before publication and upon substantial updates. Learn more. Dupuy O, Douzi W, Theurot D, Bosquet L, Dugué B. An Evidence-Based Approach for Choosing Post-exercise Recovery Techniques to Reduce Markers of Muscle Damage, Soreness, Fatigue, and Inflammation: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analysis. Front Physiol. 2018;9:403. doi: 10.3389/fphys.2018.00403 Because of this, regular sized guns are a better choice for people with massive body sizes or muscles, athletes, bodybuilders or those looking for intensive percussive therapy.However, despite its many advantages, we feel that Theragun Mini 2.0 still falls just short of the Bantam in terms of overall value: But perhaps that’s just about the only great thing about a mini percussion massager will give you. Unlike their full-size counterparts, the mini massage guns; Materials: As you’ll see below, some massage guns are made from metal (aluminum) while some others are plastic/rubber. From our experience, the former are better for home use, while the latter are more practical and better for people on the go (e.g. great for hiking trips).

The MyoPro’s sheer variety of unique massage heads (eight!) sets it apart from the others listed here. Beyond the standard heads you’d expect, there are some unusual options to experiment with – we particularly liked the bull head for targeting small, niggly areas, and the scraper, which gets deep into large muscle groups in minimal time. Massage gun brands state that their products provide a wide range of benefits, from promoting blood flow and accelerating muscle recovery to improving flexibility and encouraging lymphatic drainage. Accessories included Carry case, ball head, thumb head, spade-shaped head, U-shaped head, bullet head, flat head If your aim is to get some satisfying relief from post-workout muscle strain and to help reduce soreness in your muscles in the days after a workout, the best massage guns are likely to work well for you and are well worth buying. Smallest devices, which we like to call as mini massage guns. These are Ekrin Bantam, Lifepro DynaMini, as well as the Bob and Brad Q2.The optimum noise level for us would be less than 65dB, with the 35 dB being the ambient sound in the room. Mini massage guns tend to be quieter than their full sized counterparts, so this shouldn’t be much of a hassle. As for cheaper massage guns, these tend to have harder attachment heads (which make for a slightly less comfortable experience), a shorter battery life, or are less durable. If there's a choice between a cheap muscle gun and a more expensive massage gun that's on sale, we'd always suggest going with the one that looks like it will last the longest and is the most specced out. If it comes with a warranty, even better. Do massage guns work?

A mini massage gun’s motor will make a certain amount of noise when it’s turned on. There’s tolerable noise and then there’s madhouse noise levels.When you’ve got more time on your hands, our expert raved about the range of follow-along tutorials available via the extensive Therabody app, with handy on-screen visuals to ensure your massage technique is on point. It can remotely adjust the speed to take any guesswork out of your recovery and it connects to myriad health apps, suggesting personalised routines based on your weekly exercise load. Cool, huh? Its petite size means it's small enough to carry on the go (it comes with a handy travel case you can hook onto your bag), plus it’s uber-quiet so you can give your overworked muscles some TLC without attracting attention. I've used it semi-frequently over a month and a half, and I haven't yet needed to charge it after its first initial charging upon unboxing." — Tori Zhou, Verywell Fit product tester On the lower end look for at least 3, but you’ll probably need 4 or at most 5. Sometimes however, it’s not surprising to find devices that have over 15 speed options. This well-designed massage gun earned an instant thumbs up for its long, curved handle that helped our testers reach all their aching muscles. It proved extremely powerful and effective, gliding across skin without pulling for a relaxing massaging experience.