Therabody - SmartGoggles (2nd Generation) - Heated Eye & Temple Massage For Relaxation, Headache Relief & Sleep - Black

This product is great so far, very comfortable and easy to control with their app. I did wish the app can give more freedom to customize the settings, such as more than 30 minutes of run time and better music. You can play other apps in the background which is nice. I got this as a Christmas gift for my mother and she loves it.

Got as a gift for my girlfriend and she loves them, every night she uses them too calm down at the end of the day.

My wife had an aneurysm and had intense headaches. We used this product while in the hospital and it helped her relax and go to sleep. Very helpful!!!

Great Integrated heart rate tracking Blocks out most of the light Includes carrying pouch USB-C Charging Basic functionality works without phone Heating, massage, and vibration options App includes matching ambience sounds Didn’t hold excessive heat Not So Great Somewhat bulky Padding doesn’t protect eyes well Finicky to get to fit comfortably Massage mode too abrupt Massage of temples is too hard and not adjustable Headache mode puts pressure on temples Head strap is a bit tight for larger heads No way to tell battery charge without app Out of the box the Therabody Smart Goggles 2 looks like a combination of a sleep mask and a VR headset. They have a fair bit of weight to them but considering you should be laying down to use them it shouldn’t be much of an issue. The head strap is made of a thick but breathable material. On the top of the goggles are buttons for heat, vibration, and power. Included in the box is a carrying pouch and USB-C charging cable. There is no power brick. Setup 9/10 If you aren’t interested in the app features, you can use them straight out of the box. All controls are available via the buttons on top and the beeps are different for each mode. There are also status lights that show you the active mode. Without the app you will miss out on some extra features that make them more worthwhile. Pairing is as simple as clicking to add a new device in the Therabody app, choosing Smart Goggles 2, and following the instructions on screen. App Options 6/10 With the app set up you can choose based on what you like to with options for Focus, Relaxation, Sleep Preparation, Tension Relief, and Travel Relief. You can also choose on the genre of music you would like and the Time. The longest time currently is 25 minutes. The music is paired to match the routine helping to boost the effectiveness. There are some pleasant routines but the most effective seem to be Sleep Preparation and Relaxation. You can heart your favorite routines to quickly find them later. There are a good number of routines to start but it would be nice to see Therabody add more music options and longer durations. The Goggles do ask for access to your Apple Health suggesting they will save your sessions but looking back into the health app nothing was showing. It might be nice to sync this with Apple’s mindfulness time to track. Comfort and Fitment 6/10 Fitment is a bit awkward. The instructions say to put the strap above your ears, but if you do that then the bottom of the goggles dig into the bridge of your nose and can interfere with breathing through your nose. You can move them higher up but then they dig into the bottom of your eye socket. The best fitment to cover your eyes is with the strap straight back, but then the strap presses your ears down. It also tends to touch your earbuds if you are wearing them causing your earbuds to buzz if there is vibration. If you play around enough you can find a sweet spot with the strap off your ears and the goggles fitting comfortably over your eyes, but it doesn’t take much to bump it off the sweet spot. If you can get them in the sweet spot, they block out nearly all light. If you have a larger head, you may find the strap doesn’t get quite loose enough as the adjustment range is limited. The strap will stretch but overall, it will fit tighter to your head. The padding around the eyes is decent but not very thick. The material feels like it would hold in a lot of heat but so far no one has had issues with overheating, unless maybe they had the heating function on max. Usage and Performance 6/10 Usage is a mixed bag. For relaxation, particularly for combining with the app for the ambient sounds or music they can be very effective when fit correctly. A 25-minute session felt as refreshing as a good nap with a heart rate drop of between 20-30bpm. The whole family enjoyed them for this purpose. For sleep preparation you do relax more, and your heart rate does drop, but at the end of the routine they beep and stop abruptly and didn’t seem to help anyone fall asleep faster even though it was nice. The option for headache relief was not useful for any of the family. The main reason is the headache relief option massages your temples by pressing in on them hard. Adding vibration as well didn’t help for the headache. The headache mode would have been better with only head and a milder massage but considering the placement of the air bladders that doesn’t seem possible. The word massage is a bit misleading. It is really air bladders that air up and down with a small air pump. They work well to air up as the bladders air up slowly, but when they deflate, they do so very abruptly. If you can imagine it would be like someone giving you a massage and after putting pressure on a muscle, they abruptly remove their hands. It takes away from the overall experience. It would be nice if the part that deflates the bladders was adjustable and Therabody could tune them to deflate slowly. Inflating is a different issue in that they deflate hard against your temples. The entire family wasn’t fond of that massage mode. The combination of pressing hard on your temples then abruptly deflating for headaches just doesn’t feel good. In fact, one family member’s headache was worse after trying this mode. Going back to fitment, if the goggles aren’t fitting just right the front massage bladders will inflate putting pressure directly on your eyes. While uncomfortable, this one is controllable by making sure they are fitting correctly. In the end the massage option is a mixed bag. For certain routines they work good while others not so much. The good thing is you can choose the mode to your likely. Final Thoughts While the Smart Goggles 2 aren’t perfect, they can be good for certain purposes. If you are look at them for headache relief, you may be disappointed depending on the type of headaches you have. If you are the type who enjoys relaxing by meditating, listening to ambient music, or sensory deprivation you will likely enjoy the Smart Goggles 2 if you can look past the quirks.

As someone who deals with headaches and trouble sleeping, the Therabody SmartGoggles have become an essential part of my health and wellness routine. They effectively combine relaxation and therapy, helping me unwind while addressing my sleep challenges and tension headaches. At first, I was worried the goggles might be too heavy or uncomfortable on my face, but I was pleasantly surprised by how light and comfortable they are. The adjustable headband, made of a stretchy material, provides a snug fit without sacrificing comfort. The padding is plush and fits comfortably around the eyes, creating a firm yet gentle seal for the 100% blackout design. This has been a game changer for my bedtime routine, as the blackout forces me to disconnect from my phone and other screens. By avoiding blue light and using the 15-minute Sleep Prep massage cycle, I’ve noticed a significant improvement in how quickly I fall asleep. The padding is also easy to clean and sanitize, so it's simple to wipe off any face oils and share the mask hygienically. The combination of compression massage, heat, and vibration creates a multi-layered relaxation experience. These features target the forehead, brows, and temples, working wonders to relieve tension and help me unwind. The goggles offer three preset modes—SmartRelax, Headaches & Eye Strain, and Sleep Prep. Each mode can be customized with adjustable vibration and heat settings, allowing you to fine-tune the massage to your liking. One of the standout technological features is the SmartRelax mode, which uses a biometric sensor to sync the vibration pattern with your heart rate. This personalized touch is very innovative and helps me relax even more deeply. For those who like to bring their relaxation on the go, the foldable design and included travel pouch make these goggles super portable. With a 180-minute battery life, you can enjoy several sessions on a single charge. These SmartGoggles are compatible with the Therabody app, though I did not get a chance to test out this companion app with the product. Overall, the Therabody SmartGoggles are an excellent tool for anyone looking to enhance their relaxation and sleep quality. Their thoughtful design, customizable features, and portability make them a versatile and valuable addition to any self-care routine.