Therabody sells the most recognized massage guns on the market, and in recent years the company has pushed well beyond percussive therapy into eye strain relief, menstrual pain, and skin care. Several of its newest products have now been tested, and the standout performers across different price points and use cases are worth examining.
The Top-Tier Option
The Theragun Pro Plus, priced at $650, sits at the top of the lineup and is widely used by college athletic departments and professional sports teams. It combines percussive therapy, near-infrared LED light, vibration, and heat into a single device. Cold therapy is also available, though it requires a separate $100 attachment that, by most accounts, does not justify the added cost unless contrast therapy is a specific goal.
The Pro Plus includes an OLED screen displaying a real-time force meter, five speed settings ranging from 1,750 to 2,400 RPM, and seven attachments. A built-in biometric sensor tracks heart rate, though its practical utility during massage sessions is limited. At 3.64 pounds without attachments, it is the heaviest Theragun available. Battery life runs approximately 150 minutes. It carries a one-year warranty.
For casual users, the feature set may exceed what is actually needed. The device makes the most sense for athletes or people managing chronic muscle pain who specifically want LED therapy built in.
The Budget Entry Point
The Theragun Relief at $160 is the most affordable device in the current lineup, introduced at the end of 2023. It drops the LCD screen and Bluetooth connectivity found on higher-tier models, but guided routines remain accessible through the Therabody app. A single-button control keeps operation straightforward.
The Relief ships with three head attachments (standard ball, dampener, and thumb) and three speed settings, compared to the five speeds and four-plus attachments on premium models. Its amplitude matches the Pro Plus at 16 mm, and it weighs less than half what the Pro Plus does. For general recovery needs, those trade-offs are reasonable at that price.
Portable and Mid-Range
The Theragun Mini Plus, at $280, fills the gap between the Relief and the higher-end models for users who prioritize portability without giving up the full Therabody experience.
Beyond Massage Guns
Therabody has expanded its product range significantly. The JetBoots Pro Plus recovery boots are priced at $1,150, targeting serious athletes who want pneumatic compression for leg recovery. The company also now offers a SleepMask and the TheraFace Mask Glo, reflecting a deliberate move into sleep and skin wellness.
Most products across the lineup are FSA/HSA eligible and use USB-C charging, which reduces friction for everyday use.
- Theragun Pro Plus: $650, 7 attachments, 16 mm amplitude, ~150-min battery, 3.64 lbs
- Theragun Relief: $160, 3 attachments, 16 mm amplitude, no Bluetooth
- Theragun Mini Plus: $280, portable form factor
- JetBoots Pro Plus: $1,150, pneumatic compression boots
Anyone not committed to the Therabody brand can find percussive massage guns at lower price points from competing manufacturers. But for those who want a device with institutional backing from pro sports environments, the Pro Plus remains the benchmark in this category.
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