Customer Ratings & Reviews

The Theragun Prime 6 is my second Therabody percussive massage gun. I also own a Theragun Sense, which has been an invaluable tool for my comfort and well-being during a physically challenging past couple years. I’ve been dealing with frequent intense upper body musculoskeletal pain, and my Theragun Sense has been a godsend. The Prime offers an even more robust and penetrating massage that resonates deeper into underlying tissue. The Sense has been phenomenal and doesn’t have any shortcomings; it just is not as strong as the Prime, nor is it designed to be. They’re differently tiered and priced models. In addition to the Sense, I also own a Hypervolt percussion massager. The Prime feels more comparable to the Hypervolt than the Sense as far as massage intensity. The Prime ships with a USB charging cable and two swappable attachments: a standard ball and dampener. It doesn’t include a case or pouch, so I store it inside the box for now when not in use. A QR code link to the Therabody app is provided in the documentation. The app can accommodate and support multiple Therabody devices. I manage my Theraface, Theragun Sense, and now the Prime through the app. The devices are quickly recognized and paired when first powered on. After powering on and connecting, I can select a guided treatment routine from the numerous available within the Therabody app. Filtering options include sorting by most popular, specific body parts, desired benefits, specific physical activities, or desired duration. Features like streak counts and awards help add to the motivation factor and promote regular use. Bluetooth connectivity between the devices and my smartphone has been reliable and has never disconnected unexpectedly on either the Sense or Prime. The Theragun Prime feels durable and well-constructed. The ergonomically designed body is easy to grasp and use. The unique handle allows me to reach nearly all areas of my body without aid. The Prime has a higher amplitude than the Sense which results in a deeper, more penetrating massage. The only way I can describe the sensation is to imagine a miniature jackhammer with a rubber attachment repeatedly striking the skin. The Prime motor is louder than both the Sense and Hypervolt but is not annoyingly loud. The ease of solo use makes the Prime preferable over the Hypervolt, but the Sense is also easy to handle and highly effective for daily use. I’ve been mostly using the Prime lately to help deal with chronic inflammation and tightness, but I still use the Sense almost as frequently. Both help to get blood flowing in stiff and even atrophied muscles like my current encapsulated shoulder and are helpful for improving and maintaining my flexibility for my outside physical therapy treatments. They have also been helpful for post workout recovery and muscle soreness in the arms, legs and back. The base Prime 6 is not compatible with the optional heated and cold Theragun attachments, so they are not an option with this model. The Prime lacks an onboard screen and embedded programs like those found on the Sense. Instead, it has vibrant status LEDs that show device power status and intensity level. The Prime can be used independent of the app by simply choosing an attachment, powering the device on, and selecting the desired intensity. This is the way I typically prefer to use the Prime on chronic conditions. The guided routines are nice and the AI powered coaching feature is helpful, particularly for new users, but once I establish which intensity, attachment, and duration work best for a specific body part, I usually bypass the app offerings and treat it manually with the massager. The app routines have a stricter approach with time limits, designated target areas, and the device automatically stops when the treatment program concludes. They also add additional steps like stretching in-between treatments of body parts. The routines are useful when appropriate, but I don’t always need some of the extra steps and they can be a bit too linear and focused on areas of no concern. That segues into my only problem with the Therabody app: not being able to find enough programs for my specific needs like pain management. There is a section for pain management, but it is limited with most of the routines focusing on fitness and pre/post workout prep and recovery. For example, I could only find one specific routine for shoulder pain. There are a couple other pain management routines that include the shoulder region during treatment, but only one specifically designated for shoulder pain management. With the sheer volume and frequency of shoulder injuries, I am hopeful that eventually there will be additional rehabilitative and pain management routine offerings in the future.

My wife is a long-distance runner, she competes in full and half marathons pretty regularly and is engaged in some sort of stretching, running or training most every day. I….am not a runner. At one point in time I loved to walk a couple of miles every day, but currently suffer from a torn meniscus and am limited in motion and activity until I get it cleaned up. I also happen to work from home for a living (with a desk job), and the role and my physical limitations at the moment have left me in somewhat dubious shape. I mention all of this because the Theragun Prime has been of pretty great use for both of us, just in slightly different ways. For note and reference, we are a middle-age couple (she’s late 40s, I’m early 50s), and we actually purchased the original first gen Theragun Prime in early 2021, which was a great device despite the dog chewing through the rubber handle, and our daughter stealing it and taking it to college (she also runs). Really good marks on that one, but I don’t have it handy to compare side by side. Out of the box, you get the massage gun, one additional clip-on ball massager head (to accompany the dampener attachment already on the unit), a USB-C to USB-C cable, a printed manual and a collection of cards that present treatment plans guiding the user on ways to use the device. A couple of thoughts here on the unboxing- first, you will need to provide a charging block of some sort with a compatible amperage, it seems like our iPad charging block is the most efficient from a speed/time perspective. Mileage may vary if you have smaller or larger blocks, but there is a recommended range. It has an advertised 120-minute run time, we have not used it enough to test that as of yet. You may also need to keep the box for storage unless you have something else to store the device and other items, as there is no case or bag provided as was in the prior models. These are relatively low-cost add-ins that would round out the offering very nicely, considering the purchase price. The Theragun Prime is a very stout device at about two pounds, while it maintains that same ergonomic triangular shape that provides expansive access to most parts of your body (without needing help) it has been updated to expand the rubber exterior to basically the whole device. This really improves the overall grip immensely; while providing more areas for the dog to chew should I leave it out by accident. It is a pretty monolithic looking device, solidly black with a few small accents and having a small power button with a circular LED power-level dial being the only user interface. The Theragun has a 16mm stroke length and a 30 lb stall force, which is Therabody science that provides some of the most powerful deep-muscle penetrating treatment that you can get. My runner wife is prone to a couple of things that are common to the hobby – she gets IT band tightness that affects her quite often (hence the purchase of our first gen Theragun), and on occasion trigger points and knots will pop up in her legs. The standard head has been a great solution for easing her discomfort with the IT bands, given a couple of days to treat those areas. The smaller massage head was perfect for the trigger points as it provides direct pressure and attention to more precise pain areas. I am a bit of a different case study. Being in my early 50s and in a moment in time with little mobility and good exercise until I get my knee fixed, that degenerative area of my body has impacted other parts in strange but predictable ways. I favor the bad knee when I walk in general during a normal day, and am consequently getting pains in my opposite hip, getting tightened hamstrings that are not being worked out properly and recently I’ve gotten a somewhat chronic lower back pain that is likely from just sitting too much and moving too little. I’m a bit of a hot mess right now. This thing has been absolute gold for all of those maladies- whether it is receiving a lighter pressure ‘wash’ of my lower back area, or a more precise and firm attack of the hamstrings and knotted shoulders, the ability to dial the percussion up or down and spray or focus on certain body areas has made a dramatic difference in how I feel, and encourages more activity after being pretty sedentary some days. It definitely gets the blood flowing and has me feeling more normal. I look forward to post-surgery soon and being in a place where I can use this more in the same way that my wife does…after good daily exercise. It has made a noticeable difference in my day-to-day now, which makes the bridge to surgery feel less long and arduous. The device is Bluetooth enabled, and there is a partner app it can be paired to, but the app feels like it is in development. It has a few videos of guided routines and can track personal usage, but it would be great at some point if the video treatment portion could include outside user videos (or more Therabody provided videos) to expand the overall library. It seems like we use it a lot for pain management, and those types of routines aren’t necessarily there yet…but a community could build it! Overall, the Theragun is a very impressive device with powerful percussive action, would highly recommend to anyone looking to cool down after a great workout, or to lift yourself up a bit if you aren’t getting as much exercise as you should.

We like the Theragun Prime a lot. It’s been a great upgrade on our aging Hypervolt that’s currently taped together. It’s comfortable to hold, durable, and has smooth and consistent motion. The box includes the massage gun, one additional attachment, a USB charging cable, and a printed manual and some recovery guides. I would have liked to see a carrying case included, but overall it’s a good package. The build quality is excellent; we’ve had a few minor spills off of our ottoman onto the rug and it’s held up well. I haven’t tried to drop it any further than that, but I trust that it could take some more significant encounters with the ground. The standard ball comes pre-attached and can easily be pulled off and replaced by the dampener. The shape of the Theragun Prime lends itself well to being held in multiple different orientations and is generally comfortable to hold onto. It’s also relatively lightweight. There’s just one button for power and toggling between the different intensity levels. A long press turns the Theragun on and off. There is also an indicator for how much pressure you are applying as well, so you can make sure you’re applying it evenly across your muscles. Our primary use for the Theragun Prime is pain relief and it works great for back pain and muscle tension. There are 5 selectable intensity levels and it scales well between a light massage and the more powerful settings needed for stubborn areas. And the pressure indicator really helps with making sure you're working all the surfaces evenly. It’s generally pretty quiet for what it is as well. The area where the rod actuates in and out does get warm and if you were to stick your fingers on the rod between the attachment and Theragun directly it is just plain hot, though for me it never got hot enough that it would cause a burn. The app allows you to connect to the Theragun and offers some guided routines. It will also keep track of your own usage. The app is okay, but I think once you get more experienced with using the Theragun it will feel largely redundant. The battery life is listed at 120 minutes. I’m assuming this is a best-case scenario number, because we’ve put about 40 minutes of use into this and the battery is currently at 53%, so it’s on pace to fall short of that stated battery life, but again I’m assuming it’s going to vary greatly based on the pressure and the intensity. Overall I’m really happy with Theragun Prime. It’s easy to use and provided great relief for back and muscle pain.

Incredible power for such a small and ergonomic tool. The relief it provides from just a few minutes of routine use is beyond belief. App functionality provides another layer of value.

This therabody massager is the 6th generation model. It comes with two interchangeable heads. The massage unit features 5 speeds and has a digital meter that displays pressure levels. The unit is wireless and can be charged via USB-C to USB-C cable that's included. AC wall plug in not included. The powerfully motor does the job quickly. The heads lock in place to ensure a proper massage. The kit also includes illustrated cards that instruct how to use the massager for an efficient use in specific areas. There is also an app that can be loaded to your device to track massages. Although the massager kit may seem basic with two interchangeable heads, it does the job efficiently. The only complaint I have is that the kit does not come with a bag or storage unit when it is not being used. I would have to leave it in the box it came in to store when not in use. Overall, this is a great massager for the money. The unit seems very durable and made with quality materials. I would recommend this massager to anyone in the market for one.

very nice product works as described will help with all your joints and muscles easy to use nice cards in box for pointers and the app works great no need to see the doctor these goes the job

Booth this for my Mother-in-law and she loves it. Simple to use but very effective for her sore legs and back. She isn’t as old as Jesus but she’s close.

Excellent product. Very happy with it. I love that it has the multiple settings

Works really well. Provides a deep massage to relax aching muscles

This massage gun is powerful, well-built, and genuinely effective for muscle recovery. The ergonomic handle makes it easy to reach areas like the upper back, shoulders, and hips without straining, which is a bigger deal than it sounds. The motor is strong but controlled, so it delivers deep relief without feeling harsh or rattly. I also like how customizable it is. The different attachments and speed settings make it easy to tailor the massage depending on whether you want light recovery or deeper muscle work. It’s surprisingly quiet for how powerful it is, and the battery life easily lasts through multiple sessions without constant recharging. Overall, it feels like a premium product that’s designed with real use in mind. If you work out regularly, sit for long hours, or just want consistent muscle relief at home, this is a worthwhile investment.

This is probably my 4th massage gun and this is my favorite. It fits comfortably in my hands and speeds are perfect. Value was also good too

Excellent massage gun. Debated on the model that has heat as well, but ultimately decided on this one.

When you finish a hard workout this will be your best friend. It speeds up recovery time.

Great product! Bought cheaper ones before and can’t compare to this one.

It's sooooooooo awesome greatttttttttttt I love itttt

Works well for loosening tight muscles. Simple to use and feels solid. Just a bit noisy. Was on sale when i purchased it, great gift to give.

I want to be clear that I don’t blame Best Buy, and I’m not convinced this is an overall Theragun design issue — but the specific unit I received appears to be defective. When I first started using it, the device worked as expected with strong, controlled percussion. Over time, the performance progressively degraded. It has now reached a point where, instead of smooth percussion, it bounces violently on my skin and muscles — closer to being punched hard than receiving therapeutic massage. This behavior is not consistent with how a premium percussion massager should function or how this product is marketed. Unfortunately, I noticed the full extent of the issue after Best Buy’s return window, so I now have to go through Theragun’s warranty process. Given the high price point, this is disappointing for a product I was genuinely excited about. I’m sharing this so other buyers know to thoroughly test the unit early and watch for performance degradation. If the warranty experience resolves the issue, I’m open to updating this review.

Powerful impact massager. Really good for tight muscles.

Wish it came with a carrying case or at least a bag.

Hits all the spots! Great for after a workout, tight muscles & soreness. It just really loosens you up.