In this Ekrin Bantam vs Hypervolt GO review, we will compare Ekrin Athletics’ mini massage gun with its equally-sized competitor from one of the most popular brands on the market.
Is the Ekrin Bantam all you need for a relaxing treatment on-the-go? Or should you rather invest in the Hypervolt GO, the same device used by the professional golfers of the PGA Tour?
This side-by-side comparison will help you find out.
Ekrin Bantam
PERCUSSION20
Hypervolt GO
Stall Force
35.0 lbs
15.0 lbs
Battery Life
Up to 6 hours
Up to 2.5 hours
Adjustable Speed
2000 to 3200 ppm, 3 levels
2400 to 3200 ppm, 3 levels
Working Noise
Up to 58 dB
Up to 55 dB
Attachments
4
2
Comparison: Ekrin Bantam vs Hypervolt GO
Amplitude
Both the Ekrin Bantam and the Hypervolt GO have an amplitude of 10 mm. This is similar to most mini massage guns on the market and makes them ideal for a vibrational, surface-level massage.
Winner: Draw
10 mm
10 mm
Force
In terms of stall force, the Ekrin Bantam undoubtedly has the upper hand. The brushless motor reaches its limits at around 35 lbs of resistance, more than twice the 15 lbs of the Hypervolt GO.
Winner: Ekrin Bantam
35.0 lbs
15.0 lbs
Frequency & Speed Levels
Both devices are able to generate a maximum of 3,200 percussions per minute (ppm) and offer three different speed levels to choose from. The Ekrin Bantam comes with a slightly higher range, starting at 2,000 ppm compared to 2,400 ppm for the Hypervolt GO:
- Level 1: 2,000 ppm
- Level 2: 2,600 ppm
- Level 3: 3,200 ppm
Winner: Ekrin Bantam
2000 to 3200 ppm, 3 levels
2400 to 3200 ppm, 3 levels
Connectivity
Neither the Ekrin Bantam nor the Hypervolt GO can be connected to your smartphone via Bluetooth. If you would like to easily track your treatment sessions and follow warm-up and recovery routines used by professionals, consider the bigger Hypervolt and Theragun models.
Winner: Draw
No
No
Battery
The Samsung Lithium-ion battery inside the Ekrin Bantam has enough juice for up to 6 hours. The Hypervolt GO, on the other hand, has a battery life of around 2.5 hours. But considering that each session only takes a few minutes, both devices should last for several days on a single charge.
Winner: Ekrin Bantam
Up to 6 hours
Up to 2.5 hours
Noise
The Hypervolt GO has a slight advantage when it comes to noise, operating at around 55 decibels (dB) on its highest speed setting compared to 58 dB for the Ekrin Bantam. Either way, both models are suitable for the office, public transport, or other quiet places.
Winner: Hypervolt GO
Up to 58 dB
Up to 55 dB
Attachments & Accessories
To allow you to personalize the massage experience depending on your needs and the muscle group you are about to target next, the Ekrin Bantam includes four interchangeable head attachments:
- Flat (Silicone): Great for overall use
- Bullet: Pinpoint treatment including hands, feet, and knots
- Fork: Low impact for treating sensitive and sore areas
- Round (Silicone): Designed to treat the spine and neck
Meanwhile, the Hypervolt GO ships with just two massage heads and no travel case.
Winner: Ekrin Bantam
4 massage heads
2 massage heads
Weight & Dimensions
In the final round of this Ekrin Bantam vs Hypervolt GO comparison, we will have a quick look at the weight and dimensions of the two devices. The Ekrin Bantam has both a lower weight and a smaller size. That said, it shouldn’t be too difficult to find a place for the Hypervolt GO in your bag.
Winner: Ekrin Bantam
1.1 lbs, 6.0 x 4.5 x 1.9 in
1.5 lbs, 7.3 x 5.5 x 2.0 in
Conclusion: Ekrin Bantam vs Hypervolt GO
To our excitement, the less known Ekrin Bantam performed surprisingly well in this comparison. Not only is it significantly more powerful than the Hypervolt GO, it also comes with double the battery life, twice the attachments, and ships with a travel case that makes it easy to keep everything safe and in one place.
If you don’t mind the lower stall force, however, the Hypervolt GO might be an option for you. Its battery life is still more than enough to last for several days, and the noise level at maximum speed was slightly lower than that of the Ekrin Bantam. Lastly, you get to use the same device that professional golfers use.
Ekrin Bantam
PERCUSSION20
Hypervolt GO
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