In this Hypervolt 2 vs Hypervolt 2 Pro review, we will compare the second generation of Hyperice massage guns against each other.
Is the upgraded Hypervolt 2 the right device for you? Or should you go with the Hypervolt 2 Pro, the massage gun used by most of the biggest sports leagues and professional athletes including Patrick Mahomes and Naomi Osaka?
This side-by-side comparison will help you find out.
Hypervolt 2
Hypervolt 2 Pro
Stall Force
45 lbs
60 lbs
Battery Life
Up to 3 hours
Up to 3 hours
Adjustable Speed
1800 to 3000 ppm, 3 levels
1700 to 2700 ppm, 5 levels
Working Noise
65 dB
65 dB
Attachments
5
5
Comparison: Hypervolt 2 vs Hypervolt 2 Pro
Amplitude
If you are looking for a percussive massage experience, the Hypervolt 2 Pro with its amplitude of 14 mm is the better choice. In case you prefer a more vibrational type of massage, opt for the Hypervolt 2 with its stroke length of 12 mm.
Winner: Hypervolt 2 Pro
12 mm
14 mm
Force
Designed specifically with professional athletes and their deeper, more dense muscles tissue in mind, the Hypervolt 2 Pro comes with an impressive stall force of up to 60 lbs. That said, the Hypervolt 2 should still be powerful enough for most users with a stall force of 45 lbs.
Winner: Hypervolt 2 Pro
45.0 lbs
60.0 lbs
Frequency & Speed Levels
While the Hypervolt 2 generates up to 3000 percussions per minute (ppm), the Hypervolt 2 Pro has the upper hand when it comes to the number of different speed levels:
- Level 1: 1700 ppm / 28 Hz
- Level 2: 1900 ppm / 32 Hz
- Level 3: 2100 ppm / 35 Hz
- Level 4: 2400 ppm / 40 Hz
- Level 5: 2700 ppm / 45 Hz
The newly introduced digital dial also makes switching between those five levels more intuitive.
Winner: Draw
1800 – 3000 ppm, 3 levels
1700 – 2700 ppm, 5 levels
Connectivity
Do you want to follow warm-up and recovery routines developed by health experts and professional athletes? Like most Hyperice devices, the company’s second generation of massage guns is equipped with Bluetooth functionality and can be controlled via the Hyperice app.
Winner: Draw
Yes
Yes
Battery
Both devices run for up to three hours before you need to find a plug socket. But unlike the Hypervolt 2, the Hypervolt 2 Pro has a removable battery – meaning you could simply swap the empty battery for a fully charged replacement and almost immediately continue your treatment.
Winner: Draw
Up to 3 hours
Up to 3 hours
Noise
Considering that the Hypervolt 2 Pro is the more powerful device of the two, it is surprising to see that the engineers at Hyperice still managed to keep the working noise at around 65 decibels (dB) and therefore at the same level as the Hypervolt 2.
Winner: Draw
Around 65 dB
Around 65 dB
Attachments & Accessoires
The interchangeable head attachments of both devices are now made of an upgraded material that feels firmer and also easier to clean compared to the first-generation Hypervolt and Hypervolt Plus. You can personalize your massage experience with these massage heads:
- Bullet: Pinpoint problem areas and release trigger points
- Cushion: Softer attachment for sensitive areas
- Flat: Smaller surface area, great to use on more dense muscle groups
- Fork: Rounded ends to work around specific muscle groups
- Round: Greater surface area, best attachment to start with
Additionally, the Hypervolt 2 Pro includes three adapters for international travel/usage. Unfortunately, neither of the devices comes with a carrying case.
Winner: Draw
5 massage heads
5 massage heads
Weight & Dimensions
In the final round of this Hypervolt 2 vs Hypervolt 2 Pro comparison, it is the entry-level device that takes the win. The Hypervolt 2 is both lighter and smaller than its competitor. Both massage guns of the second generation have a pill-shaped grip that makes them easier to hold.
Winner: Hypervolt 2
1.8 lbs, 7.5 x 2.5 x 9.5 in
2.6 lbs, 8.0 x 2.5 x 10.4 in
Conclusion: Hypervolt 2 vs Hypervolt 2 Pro
So which device of the second generation is the better one?
While it only came out on top once during this comparison, the Hypervolt 2 is still a great massage gun for most users. Although the device is quite powerful, the battery inside should get you through several days of massages and is quiet enough to not disturb the people around you. As you might expect, it is also significantly cheaper.
That said, if you want the best Hyperice massage gun out there, the Hypervolt 2 Pro is the right choice for you. It is powerful enough even for professional athletes and comes with a higher amplitude that is better suited for a deep-tissue massage. And at the same time, you still get to enjoy plenty of battery life and have a device quiet enough to use at the office.
Hypervolt 2
Hypervolt 2 Pro
Find out how the Hypervolt 2 compares to Therabody’s entry-level massage gun in our comparison Hypervolt 2 vs Theragun Prime.