Ekrin Bantam vs B37

In this Ekrin Bantam vs B37 review, we will compare the mini massage gun and the mid-level device of Boston, Massachusetts-based Ekrin Athletics to each other.

Is the Ekrin Bantam, which was created specifically for users who live a life on the go, the right choice for you? Or should you opt for the bigger, but also more powerful, Ekrin B37?

This side-by-side comparison will help you find out.

Comparison: Ekrin Bantam vs B37

Amplitude

With an amplitude of 10 mm, the Ekrin Bantam offers a more vibrational, surface-level type of massage experience. The head attachment of the Ekrin B37, on the other hand, travels 12 mm into the muscle tissue and thus feels more percussive.

Force

For a mini massage gun, the Ekrin Bantam does pack quite a punch. It comes with a stall force of around 35 lbs, which should be sufficient for the average user. But obviously, it is not enough to keep up with the Ekrin B37, which only reaches its limits at around 55 lbs.

Frequency & Speed Levels

While the frequency of the Ekrin Bantam starts at 2,000 percussions per minute, you can go as low as 1,400 ppm with the Ekrin B37. Both share the same upper limit of 3,200 ppm. But with five speed levels compared to three, the B37 is more adjustable:

• Level 1: 1,400 ppm
• Level 2: 1,800 ppm
• Level 3: 2,200 ppm
• Level 4: 2,600 ppm
• Level 5: 3,200 ppm

Connectivity

Unfortunately, neither the Ekrin Bantam nor B37 have the ability to interact with your smartphone via Bluetooth. If you would like to easily track your sessions and follow warm-up and recovery routines used by professionals, consider the Hypervolt and Theragun brands.

Battery

Outstanding battery life is one of the advantages of all Ekrin Athletics‘ devices. The Ekrin Bantam lasts for up to 6 hours, while the Ekrin B37 can reach as high as 8 hours. So with every treatment lasting just a few minutes, both devices will get you through several days on a single charge.

Noise

Despite being more powerful and having the higher maximum frequency, the Ekrin B37 is surprisingly slightly less noisy than its competitor. At full speed, it operates at up to 55 decibels (dB) as opposed to around 58 dB for the Ekrin Bantam.

Attachments & Accessories

To allow you to personalize the massage experience to your exact needs and the muscle group you are about to target next, four interchangeable head attachments are included with the Ekrin Bantam and B37:

• Bullet: Pinpoint treatment for hands, feet, and knots
• Flat: Great for overall use
• Fork: Designed to treat the spine and neck
• Round: Overall use on large muscle groups

Both models also ship with a travel case for convenient storage and safe transport.

Weight & Dimensions

In the final round of this Ekrin Bantam vs B37 comparison, we will have a quick look at the weight and dimensions of the two devices. At just 1.1 lbs, the Bantam weighs just half of the B37. Unsurprisingly, it also takes up less space in your bag.

Conclusion: Ekrin Bantam vs B37

As expected, the Ekrin Bantam had a hard time trying to keep up with its bigger competitor. That said, it does exactly what you want it to do – being lightweight and small, having an impressive battery life, all the while being surprisingly powerful.

The better massage gun overall, however, is of course the Ekrin B37. It has a stall force high enough to compete with the devices of well-known brands and offers lots of possibilities for personalization with speed levels and attachments. Lastly, there is the unmatched battery life.

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Find out how the Ekrin Bantam performs against the company’s flagship device in our comparison Ekrin Bantam vs B37S.