Professional massage courtesy of Therabody

In today’s fast-paced and stressful world, it is very difficult to find a solution that can provide refreshment and regeneration for our body, our physical state, and our soul, allowing us to disconnect from the daily “rat race.”

The mission of Therabody is to offer an effective, natural solution that users may need to create and maintain their everyday “well-being.” To achieve this, they have combined education, innovation, and more than a decade of pioneering activity in the field of tech wellness, in order to make the “wellness” experience more accessible to everyone, even at home.

Dr. Jason Wersland, the founder of Therabody, works together with the world’s leading physiotherapists, educators, engineers, and scientists on product development, which is continuously evolving according to user needs.

But how will I know which device is right for me? What is the difference between the different massage guns at all? Don’t worry, we will help you!

Let’s now take a closer look at the three most well-known and most sought-after Therabody massage devices: the Theragun PRO, the Theragun Prime, and the Theragun Mini.

There are already visible differences between the three devices at first glance, mainly in terms of size and appearance, but this still does not give us precise information about their usability and performance.

Let’s start with one of the most important parts of the device, its so-called “heart,” meaning the built-in motor.

All three devices include QuietForce Technology, a patented professional motor designed to ensure that the device remains quiet even during use when changing intensity settings, thereby also supporting the experience of relaxation and recovery during massage.

There are also differences in terms of their intelligent capabilities. What they have in common is that all three devices can be controlled via smartphone through the Therabody application, where we can customize our massage. The Theragun Prime and Theragun Mini are equipped with an LED display, where we can follow the speed level settings. Although RPM values are not displayed numerically, light signals and graphical indicators help us navigate. In contrast, the Theragun PRO comes with an OLED display, where we can see in numbers the selected “speed” or RPM for the given therapy, which should be adjusted by body part and muscle group, since treating different areas requires different levels of “intensity.”

Another difference between the above-mentioned three products is the adjustable and customizable speed range.

While the Theragun Mini has only three built-in speed settings, the Theragun Prime and the Theragun PRO both have five speed levels for more effective results and access to deeper muscle layers.

In terms of ergonomics and design, the Theragun Mini wins the practicality award, because it fits into a small handbag and can be taken with us even to work. So if we do sedentary work, or simply suffer from lower back or back pain, or have slept in a bad position and strained our neck, the Theragun Mini can provide immediate help anywhere, anytime. The Theragun PRO, on the other hand, may be a perfect choice for professional users, as it can be adjusted into 4 different arm positions, making it easier to reach different muscle groups and body areas.

Another very important piece of information is how often the device needs to be charged and how long it lasts on a single charge. It does matter whether, when we take our favorite “masseur” with us, it will not let us down during the day when we actually need it.

The Theragun Mini and the Theragun Prime both feature a built-in lithium-ion battery, which provides 120 minutes of continuous operation on a single charge, so we can be sure that if we charge them in the evening, we do not have to worry that the massage experience will be “missed” the next day. The highest-end Theragun PRO, on the other hand, comes with two external lithium-ion batteries, each capable of 150 minutes of continuous operation, so if one battery runs out, it can immediately be replaced and the relaxation massage can continue. Charging is supported by a wireless charging dock, so even if we are not near a power outlet, we do not have to worry—Therabody has also thought of that.

The final and one of the most important differences between the devices is how many applicators are included in the base package.

The smallest and most practical device, the Theragun Mini, comes with three attachments, which are perfectly suitable for a basic recovery massage experience. The Theragun Prime comes with one more, meaning four attachments, expanding the Theragun Mini’s repertoire with a cone-shaped head. Finally, the “king category” participant, the Theragun PRO, also leads this list, as it comes with six attachments, in order to provide a complete and full massage experience.

So, grouped together, it becomes clearly visible and easier to decide which device best suits our needs and preferences. If we have left out any information that might still be interesting, we are available by phone on weekdays during working hours between 8:00 and 16:00 at the following number: (+36-1-412-1998).