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Soothe sore muscles and sink into top-tier comfort.
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Part recliner, part effective tool, these unique accent chairs do double duty for seating and supreme comfort.
But every massage chair offers slightly different features and capabilities, so we put them to the test ourselves.
Our favorites were those with head-to-toe comfort and plenty of all-around support.
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It may not be as intuitive for shorter people to use, and the pressure tends to be high.
Comfort and Support
We were blown away by how comfortable this chair is.
The cozy cushioning and recline angle weresoperfect that we practically had to force ourselves to get up.
Our only minor complaint involves the height adjustments.
Long Story Short
Overall, this massage chair is a force to be reckoned with.
We were amazed by how relaxed we felt after using it (especially when reclined).
While the design is a bit bulky, we think its a worthy investment.
Dimensions:30.5 x 57.1 x 44.1 in.
upright, 30.5 x 78 x 33.9 in.
The heat and pressure arent very strong, even on the highest configs.
We found the chair to be very comfortable and well cushioned, providing solid lumbar support.
While you’re free to adjust the backrest angle, the headrest is fixed.
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The heat setting was similarly light.
upright, 63 x 27.6 x 33 in.
In terms of pressure, we found it to be pretty gentle.
Plus, it has speakers, a USB cord for your phone, and a remote holder.
However, the controls may be a bit less intuitive.Dimensions:1.02 x 29.53 x 45.08 in.
It doesn’t target legs or feet.
Dont let its compact size fool youthis massager doesnt skimp on parameters.
It has three different massage modes (shiatsu, rolling, and spot treatment) to target specific areas.
The auto mode cycles through each massage technique so it’s possible for you to find your favorite.
The optional heat setting is a nice bonus too; it makes the massage super soothing.
Its surprisingly effective for its size and convenient for on-the-go use.
Dimensions:30 x 7.75 x 19.63 in.
We focused our testing on zero-gravity chairs, as they offer the most circulation and pressure relief.
“A 4D massage chair offers more control in speed and strength of the three dimensions.”
Size
Before deciding what size massage chair to purchase, consider the size of your space.
Massage chairs can recline pretty far (some even lay flat!
Additionally, the more features a chair has, the bulkier it’ll likely be.
Features
Bonus features make all the difference between a good massage chair and a great massage chair.
Air massage technology provides a compressive massage, while rollers can knead, knock, and target pressure points.
A reclining chair with heat therapy can also enhance your overall experience.
All of the chairs on our list have reclining and heating capabilities besides our best portable option.
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