Theragun PRO vs Hypervolt Plus

In this Theragun vs Hypervolt review, we will compare the Theragun PRO with the Hypervolt Plus massage gun. These two premium devices are the best Theragun and Hyperice have to offer in terms of percussive therapy.

In fact, you might even have seen Cristiano Ronaldo, LeBron James, or some of your other favorite athletes use them. This comparison will help you choose the best one for your needs.

Comparison: Theragun PRO vs Hypervolt Plus

Amplitude

The amplitude, which some brands also refer to as stroke length, describes how far the massage head travels between the muscle and the device. Everything below 12 mm is considered a vibration type massager ideal for muscle relaxation, increased blood flow, and removing lactic acid from your sore muscles.

Both the Theragun PRO and the Hypervolt Plus come with an amplitude above that, meaning that their massage heads penetrate farther into your muscle fibers than most of their competitors. While the Hypervolt Plus has a stroke length that is 4 mm above the original Hypervolt, the Theragun PRO still takes the win in this category with an amplitude of 16 mm.

Force

Next up in our Theragun vs Hypervolt comparison is the stall force. It takes an impressive 60.0 lbs to make the powerful motor of the Theragun PRO reach its limits, significantly above the Hypervolt Plus and most other massage guns. That said, the stall force of the Hypervolt Plus is probably still more than enough for most people.

Frequency & Speed Levels

While the Theragun PRO generates up to 2400 percussion per minute, the Hypervolt Plus can reach up to 3200 strokes per minute and therefore takes the points in this category. Note that the Theragun comes with five different levels though, allowing you to better adjust the frequency to your personal needs compared to the three levels the Hypervolt Plus offers.

Connectivity

Speaking of personalizing the massage experience, let’s look at the connectivity features of our competitors. Both Therabody and Hyperice have released apps for iOS and Android smartphones that will help you get the most out of their products, something that none of their competitors do.

Not only can you use these apps to adjust the aforementioned frequency and speed levels but also learn how to use the device correctly in the first place. Both brands are continuously creating and improving routines for all different types of sports and treatment areas together with their athletes and medical professionals and make them available through their app for free.

Battery

The next category in this Theragun vs Hypervolt matchup again ends in a draw, as both massage guns work up to 2.5 hours before they run out of juice. Therabody really made improvements in this area when they introduced the current, 4th generation of Theraguns, especially considering that they also managed to make their device more powerful at the same time.

Furthermore, the Theragun PRO comes with a second, backup battery – meaning you actually get up to 5 hours of percussive therapy before you need to find a plug socket. Or, if you plan to use the Theragun PRO to treat patients or together with your teammates, you can always recharge one battery while using the other. But since you can also purchase an extra battery for the Hypervolt Plus, we chose to call this a draw.

Noise

Both massage guns generate about the same level of noise while in use, with the Theragun edging the Hypervolt Plus by just a few decibels. At around or even less than 70 dB (comparable to an electric toothbrush), you can definitely bring either one of them into the locker room or even the office and don’t have to worry about disturbing others too much.

Attachments & Accessoires

There is also not much of a difference between the two competitors when it comes to the attachments. With six and five massage heads respectively, both devices allow you to adjust the massage experience according to your needs and the muscle group you are targeting next.

But the Hypervolt Plus definitely lacks behind in terms of other accessories included. In addition to the already mentioned backup battery, the Theragun PRO also includes a carrying case for your massage gun and all the interchangeable head attachments – both of which you would need to purchase extra if you opt for the Hypervolt Plus.

Weight & Dimensions

Both brands deserve credit for how they managed to make their percussive devices both more powerful and lighter at the same time over the years. The Theragun PRO is just a bit lighter than the Hypervolt Plus, which in turn is a bit smaller. That’s why we will call this a draw.

Conclusion: Theragun PRO vs Hypervolt Plus

So who is the winner in this Theragun vs Hypervolt comparison? Well, it depends. Some professional athletes like Cristiano Ronaldo swear by the Theragun, while others including LeBron James were seen using the Hypervolt Plus. In the end, it is about finding the right one for you.

If you want the best massage gun overall, you should invest in the Theragun PRO. In our comparison, it came out as the winner in important categories like amplitude, stall force, and battery life (considering it is more powerful) and also convinced with its larger amount of massage heads, the replacement battery, and the carrying case. Sure, the Theragun PRO is more expensive – but if you were to buy a second battery and a travel case for the Hypervolt Plus, that price difference suddenly becomes a lot less.

That said, if you don’t need those extras, you can get yourself an excellent massage gun at a significantly lower price if you go for the Hypervolt Plus. Every single one of the biggest sports leagues in America including the NBA provides this exact device to its athletes to help them activate their muscles, recover faster, and keep performing at the highest level. So if you just want a great massage gun and don’t want to pay for any extras, you can’t go wrong with the Hypervolt Plus.

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Find out how the Theragun PRO performs against the successor of the Hypervolt Plus in our comparison Theragun PRO vs Hypervolt 2 Pro.