Ekrin Athletics B37 Percussion Massager vs Therabody Theragun PRO

The B37 is Ekrin Athletics' benchmark percussion massager and its most popular model, aimed at athletes who want professional-level percussive therapy rather than a novelty device. It pairs a powerful brushless motor with five speed settings chosen to cover the useful range rather than padding a spec sheet, and the amplitude is matched to the power so it actually reaches muscle rather than vibrating the surface. Two practical details separate it from cheaper massage guns: ultra-quiet operation, which makes it usable in a shared space or while watching television, and an eight-hour battery life, so it is not constantly on charge. The angled ergonomic handle reduces wrist strain when reaching your own back and shoulders. Ekrin backs it with a lifetime warranty and sells it alongside the compact Bantam and the higher-end Kestrel.

The Therabody Theragun PRO is a professional-grade percussive therapy massage device designed to provide deep muscle relief and recovery. With a rotating arm and 16mm amplitude, it delivers a powerful and effective massage experience. This device is ideal for professionals and individuals who require intense muscle therapy and recovery.

• Genuinely quiet compared with most percussion guns
• Eight-hour battery removes charging as a friction point
• Angled handle makes self-treatment far easier
• Lifetime warranty is exceptional in this category

• Professional-grade performance
• Deep tissue massage capabilities
• Adjustable speed settings
• Durable construction

• Larger and heavier than compact travel massage guns
• Five speeds is fewer than some competitors advertise
• Premium pricing versus generic massage guns

• Expensive
• May be too intense for some users
• Limited battery life