Budget€55
Tunturi MG40 Massage Gun
A light, small-stroke gun, which suits a beginner who wants gentle pressure. Comes with six heads and a carry case.
8 mm stroke · 20 speeds · 635 g, 6 heads
Recovery · Guide · 3 min ·
Do massage guns help you recover? Build a session and see what's worth it
Do massage guns speed up recovery? Not really. The research suggests they can ease soreness and loosen a stiff muscle for a while, but sleep, food and rest days do the real work.
Build a session in the interactive, choose your areas and time per area, and see how long it adds up to. Then learn what to look for: stroke length, speeds and weight, plus who should check with a doctor first, and a few example guns at different prices.
What to buy, if anything
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Sweet spot€99
Tunturi Massage Gun
A middle stroke length and many speeds, so you can start gently and go firmer later. Heavier to hold than the budget pick.
10 mm stroke · 20 speeds · 1.36 kg, 4 heads
Splurge€129
Tunturi MG70 Massage Gun Pro
A longer stroke for a deeper feel, with an adjustable head and carry case. Heavy to hold, so it only suits you if you want firm pressure.
12 mm stroke · 5 speeds · 1.9 kg, 6 heads