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Compact but solidly built, the Power Plate Mini+ is a portable massage gun that has real kick when you need it, but can also loosen tight muscles more gently than a full-sized version.
Attachments: Most of our recommended massage guns come with a set of free interchangeable massage heads, usually made from foam or rubber. Made for athletes by athletes, the MyoPro is ideal for those who take their training and recovery seriously. We also consider how comfortable it is to hold the device for a long time and whether we can use it to reach different muscles. Best for athletes and casual exercisers who like deep tissue massage to relieve soreness from high-intensity workouts.
Invest in one of the best massage guns out there and you can use it before exercise to activate your muscles and increase blood flow, or post-workout to release tension and ward off DOMS. It’s fairly weighty for its size due to its high-capacity battery and powerful motor (the gun weighs around 440g), but comfortable to hold, and a loop at the bottom means you can attach it to a carabiner and clip it to a backpack if carrying its drawstring bag isn't convenient.
Add on up to six hours runtime, a great collection of five assorted massage heads and the same number of speeds, and you’ve got a super little unit. This pocket-sized gadget will slip easily into your gym bag, but don’t let its modest proportions fool you – it's more than powerful enough to pummel your muscles back to their prime. But we also noted that it wasn't as powerful as massage guns with a higher stall force, and we ultimately reached for more powerful massage guns to relieve muscle tension.There are countless massage guns on the market, and the Renpho R3 Mini could be easily overlooked until you take a closer look at what’s on offer. The clever design of this model — with its long, curved handle — meant our expert was able to reach even the most awkward spots.
Although this massage gun has a hefty stall force of 50 pounds, it's still quite lightweight, only weighing 2. On the downside, the Mini+’s 9mm amplitude may not be quite as deep as you need for a sports massage, and you may find it a little too small for large hands. The handle is on the short side, but that’s a recurring them for smaller massage guns and wouldn’t put us off using it time and time again.She uses the TOLOCO EM26to relax her stiff back after training and running to loosen her tight hips. We also considered the different attachments each gun came with, its overall design, noise levels during use, and cost. We also consider whether it's quiet enough to be used in public settings (like a gym or the airport), and if the battery life is long enough to last during our travels. The heated one reaches 47C in less than two minutes and feels heavenly on sore muscles, immediately making the massage more effective.
The Power Plate Mini+ is also a useful tool for practicing sports massage on another person; if you find a knot with your hand, you can use the massage gun to focus on it if you find it hard to apply the appropriate pressure yourself. The machine's small size makes it handy for taking to the gym, but it's also handy to keep by your desk, whether you're working at an office or from home. The Mini only comes with three head attachments, but it's compatible with other Theragun attachments, which can be purchased separately. If you’re a regular gym-goer who takes training and recovery seriously, then a high-powered massage gun with Bluetooth and a companion fitness app will be a worthwhile investment. I would 100% recommend this to a friend because it performs just as well as a larger massage gun but in a compact package.But if you’re really looking to keep costs down, it’s hard to fault the no-fuss Bob and Brad Q2 mini massage gun for its size and efficiency.