Theragun Pro massage gun review: still the king ~ Ciwani Tech2

Friday, October 18, 2024

Theragun Pro massage gun review: still the king

Theragun Pro: One-minute review

We’ve seen multiple versions of the Theragun Pro, and every time the upgrades have been incremental but very welcome.

This is the crown jewel in Theragun’s lineup, after all, and it’s powerful and practical; however, it might be too pricey for some. Still, if you can afford the cost of entry, there are few better options.

While it lacks some of the massage-adjacent features of the smaller Sense, it’s a dream to use for just, well, self-massage. It’s got a sizeable battery, and a spare included (that’s a combined five hours between them which means none of those frustrating moments where you get back from a run and need to plug it in for a while), while also packing a rotating arm which you won’t find on the company’s other offerings (at least not anymore).

There’s an OLED screen, as has become standard, with guided massage routines, and the hefty 60lbs / 27kg force rating means it can hit as hard as you need it to.

In fact, other than the price, my only real complaint is that it’s a rather sizeable massage gun, which likely rules it out for travel.

Theragun Pro: Specifications

Theragun Pro: Price and availability

Theragun Sense review — (Image credit: Future)

Available now
Priced at $599 / £499/AUD$799

The latest version of the Theragun Pro is expensive, at $599, but it’s regularly discounted closer to $500/£499/AUD$799. Just be sure you’re picking up the latest version if you want that quieter motor.

Sadly, they’re named the same, but you can tell if you’ve got the older version because it has a black inner ring on the colored circle on the body.

Value score: 5/5

Theragun Pro: Design

One color option
Adapter included
Multiple attachments

The Theragun Pro looks how you’d expect a modern Theragun model to look, with that distinctive circle and a comfortable handle.

There’s only one colorway, with the black body surrounding a metallic blue trim, but it looks good, and I prefer it to the white version of the Sense. As mentioned above, though, it’s chunky – I’ve got large hands so I was fine, but my partner found it a little trickier to get her hands around it when administering a back massage.

Thankfully, it’s not uncomfortable, just a little unwieldy. It’s nice and easy to switch between attachments (more on those shortly), while there’s an OLED display that offers the option to jump right into a guided massage routine or just get started quickly – ideal for a post-gym blast.

Design score: 5/5

Theragun Pro: Performance

Powerful motor
Power adapter included
Six attachments

With 60lbs / 27kg of force, the Theragun hits as hard as you can take, and I particularly appreciated the QX150 motor, paired with the extendable arm, for hitting those hard-to-reach spots while still offering consistent output.

There are six attachments in the box, as has become Theragun’s standard, meaning you can expect Standard Ball, Dampener, Thumb, Wedge, SuperSoft, and Micropoint options. They come in their own case, too, while the unit itself has a case. Speaking of accessories, I’m really pleased the power adapter, missing from the Theragun Sense, is included here.

I’ve been using the guided massage functionality to work over multiple muscle groups after the gym or a 5K run, and I’ve found that it’s reduced a lot of the tightness in my hamstrings and calves, helping me feel like I can get out again sooner.

There are four routines included, with an OLED screen making it easy to switch between them; Sleep (for bedtime routines), Warm-up and Recovery (which are obvious), and one for a quick blast of massage via Theragun Break.

The motor is quieter than the previous generation, which makes it more conducive to using later at night, while the customizable speed range means you can go as fast or as slow as you want - or can handle.