Theragun vs Opove (2021): Massage Gun Comparison

A massage gun is nice to have if you have an active lifestyle. If you play sports, regularly go to the gym, workout at home or if you have a job that requires physical labor, a massage device can work wonders on your overworked and overused muscles.

Theragun and Opove are two very popular brands when it comes to massage guns or deep tissue percussion devices. We’ll be taking a look at these two brands in this article, and see which one offers the better massage device. The models that we’ll be comparing are their flagship models—the Theragun PRO and the Opove M3 Pro Max.

Theragun vs Opove Comparison Chart

Design

The Theragun PRO’s more ergonomic handle design is easier to use.

Both the Theragun PRO and the Opove M3 Pro Max come with ergonomic handles for ease of use. However, the triangular handle of the Theragun PRO is the better design choice as it allows the user to grip the massage gun in different ways, in order to reach areas of the body that are hard to reach. Also, the thicker handle of the Opove M3 Pro Max can be an issue for people with smaller hands.

As for the weight of the massage guns, the Opove M3 Pro Max is lighter, weighing in at 2.3lbs. In contrast, the Theragun PRO weighs in at 2.9lbs. Both are lightweight enough that they can be used for extended periods, without causing hand or arm strain.

Both massage guns feature LED screens that indicate the force level that you are currently using, along with the remaining battery charge.

Features

The Theragun PRO comes with more features, which is expected, as it is the more expensive massage gun.

One of the features that separate the Theragun PRO from other massage guns in the market is its rotating arm. It can be adjusted in four positions, and this, along with its triangular handle, allows you to reach different areas of your body with minimal effort and without straining.

Another feature that the Theragun PRO comes with, is a mobile companion app—the Therabody app. In this app, you can customize the speed setting of the massage gun to your preference, instead of choosing from the presets.

Even though it lacks a companion app, the Opove M3 Pro Max compensates for it by having manual and auto modes. In manual mode, you choose the speed or force level that you want. You can adjust the intensity level by pushing the “+” button at the back. In auto mode, the Opove M3 Pro Max will automatically increase or decrease the RPM of the device, depending on how much pressure you’re putting in the area that it is working on.

Both percussion devices come with several attachment heads. The Theragun PRO comes with six—supersoft, dampener, standard ball, wedge, thumb and cone, while the Opove M3 Pro Max comes with five—bullet, fork, cushion, flat and ball.

Performance

The Theragun PRO is the more powerful massage gun.

When it comes to performance, the first area that we’ll be looking at is the battery life. For the Opove M3 Pro Max, its battery has a run time of up to 240 mins. or 4 hours. The Theragun PRO’s battery, on the other hand, can last up to 150 mins. or 2.5 hours. It does come with an extra battery, so total continuous run time can reach 5 hours. It can even run for the whole day, if you charge the battery that is not in use while using the other.

Both massage guns feature 5 speeds to choose from. The Theragun PRO’s speed setting range from 1750 to 2400 RPM, while the Opove M3 Pro Max has a speed range of 1500 to 3300 RPM. While it may seem like the Opove M3 can deliver more intense massages due to its ability to reach higher RPMs, that is not entirely the case. Other factors that come into play when it comes to overall power are amplitude and stall force.

The Theragun PRO has an amplitude of 16mm and a stall force of 60 lbs. In comparison, the Opove M3 Pro Max has an amplitude of 15mm and a 55lb stall force. Amplitude is simply the length at which the head of the massage gun will travel while in use. Stall force is the amount of force at which the massage device will stop operating. The Theragun PRO’s higher amplitude and stall force contributes to its overall power, and as a result, it can deliver more intense pressure, even though it can only reach up to 2400 RPM.

As for noise levels, the difference is negligible. The Opove M3 Pro Max will be quieter at its lowest speed setting and it is also louder at its highest setting. At same speed levels, they are pretty much the same.

Verdict

If you want the more powerful percussion device, and money is not a problem, the Theragun PRO is a great choice. However, if budget is a major consideration, the Opove M3 Pro Max is one of the best value massage guns that you can buy.

The Theragun PRO is the more powerful massage gun, it comes with more features, but at a steep price point. If you don’t mind spending the money to get the most powerful massage gun, the Theragun PRO is the best choice. It also comes with an extra battery, one more attachment head, and its overall design is more ergonomic.

The Opove M3 Pro Max is no slouch when it comes to its ability to deliver intense massages, and it sits at a very budget-friendly price point. This massage gun is one of the best when it comes to overall value, so if you don’t mind a slightly less powerful massage gun than the Theragun PRO, the Opove M3 Pro Max is the one that you should consider buying.

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