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Tom's Guide
01-08-2025
- Tom's Guide
Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 review
The Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 is a premium massage gun with a premium price tag to match. Everything about the Hypervolt Go 2's design is luxurious: its ergonomic handle, ease of use and grippy material. Is this enough to make it one of the best massage guns? If you've got money to spend, then of course. The Hypervolt Go 2 is $139, much more expensive than other mini massage guns I've tested. Although it lacks premium Bluetooth features found on other Hyperice options, it could be a good supplementary massage gun for traveling (and it's TSA-approved!). I'll discuss everything in detail in this Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 review. Price $139 / £129 Dimensions 6.7 x 7.3 x 2 inches Weight 1.5 pounds Speed 2,200 - 3,200 RPM Amplitude Estimated 10mm Battery 180 minutes Colors White, black Attachments Flat, bullet The Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 is the cheapest of Hyperice's massage guns. It's $139 from Amazon U.S. and £129 from Amazon U.K.. This makes it $200 cheaper than the Hypervolt 2 Pro I reviewed recently, yet $50 pricier than the Bob and Brad M7 Plus Mini. Spoiler alert: Bob and Brad works in pretty much the same way, so I see no reason why you should spend the extra money for the Hyperice. More premium Hyperice massage guns — like the aforementioned Hypervolt 2 Pro and the $199 Hypervolt 2 — have Bluetooth and app connectivity, which was my favorite aspect of the 2 Pro. As the Go 2 lacks this feature, I don't really see how that $139 price tag is justified. It's so much more expensive than other similarly priced massage guns, like the Bob and Brad options. But I'll get more into that later. As with other Hyperice products I've tested, the Hypervolt Go 2 excels in its design. The Hypervolt Go 2 is a beautiful, ergonomic, and high-quality massage gun that works hard to justify its high price. I say "ergonomic" very loosely: I'm not a medical professional, nor someone professionally knowledgeable about what is or isn't ergonomic. However, the Hypervolt Go 2 feels comfortable and easy to hold. It's made from a grippy silicone-like material, so it's almost impossible to drop. I found it very easy to grip the handle tightly enough to massage difficult-to-reach areas. This silicone-like material is probably one of my favorite design aspects of the Hypervolt Go 2. In terms of ergonomics, while the Hypervolt Go 2 isn't particularly lightweight (1.5 pounds compared to the Bob and Brad M7 Plus Mini's 14 ounces), it has a nice feel to it. I found the handle easy to grip. On top of that, the center of gravity was well-balanced. I could stretch out my arm without dropping it or having to loosen my grip. The gun is available in two colors: black and pale gray. I tested the pale gray option, and I found its light color didn't make it look dirty at all. I was worried it would be a dust magnet, but it wasn't. Although it's not a truly 'mini' massage gun, the Hypervolt Go 2 is the smallest gun in Hyperice's lineup. It's just 7 inches long and 6 inches wide (with a 2-inch diameter on the actual 'gun' part), compared to the 2 Pro's 10-inch length. I much prefer the smaller size of the Go 2, but I wish it had a larger speed range and came with more attachments. Unfortunately, presumably, as this is the entry-level Hyperice, the Hypervolt Go 2 only comes with two attachments: a bullet and a flat top. I used the flat top the most, as the bullet was a bit too painful. If you have a tight knot, though, the bullet attachment could be your best bet. Comparatively, the Bob and Brad M7 Plus Mini has five attachments (one of which heats up) for just $89. I know which massage gun I'd buy. All in all, the Hypervolt Go 2 is a premium-looking massage gun with a premium price tag to boot. Whether it's worth its price tag is another question in and of itself: I don't think it's worth $139, but if you're a more serious athlete and you want the luxury brand of massage gun, then it's the cheapest way to achieve that. It takes a number of seconds to turn on the Hypervolt Go 2. I found myself wondering if it had run out of charge, only for it to then light up green. You control percussion speed with the on/off button at the rear of the body. As there are only three speeds, a fourth press will turn off the device. I was pretty disappointed to see just three speed settings, as the Bob and Brad M7 Plus Mini has five speeds. As mentioned in the "Design" section above, though, the Hyperice option is much prettier and nicer to hold than the Bob and Brad, so there's a sacrifice. As the lowest speed is 2,200 RPM, the Hypervolt Go 2 is a pretty intense massage gun. Even at the lowest speed, I found it too much on my back. I could only use it on my traps, quads, calves and glutes. When you first turn the massage gun on, it takes about five seconds to accelerate to the desired speed. Honestly, I found this acceleration period more comfortable on my muscles than the minimum 2,200RPM percussion speed. My boyfriend is much more muscular than I, and he was able to use it on his back with no problems. I would recommend the Hypervolt Go 2 for relatively muscular users, like athletes or bodybuilders. If you're a casual user, I'd recommend the weaker and cheaper Bob and Brad M7 Plus Mini. Unfortunately, there's no Bluetooth or Hyperice app compatibility. This was my favorite aspect of the $349 Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro, and it at least did some work to justify its premium price. Even though the Hypervolt Go 2 is $139 — around $50 pricier than similar spec massage guns — it doesn't have any app functionality. I was majorly disappointed to see this; if it had app functionality, I would see this massage gun as a much better deal. I'm not saying the Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 is a bad massage gun. It's perfectly in line with the rest of Hyperice's range: premium, aesthetic and expensive. It's not intended for casual massage gun users who may want a quick massage post-workout. It's intended for customers who desire the best of the best — it's kind of like buying a MacBook Pro rather than a Chromebook, when all you're going to be doing is browsing the web. The best feature (that almost justified the high price tag) of the Hypervolt 2 Pro is missing from the Go 2; I don't see the Go 2 as good value. However, Hyperice has a reputation — and an intended clientele — and if you fall into that category, then there's no reason why the Hypervolt Go 2 won't be the perfect massage gun for you. If you want the best of the best and don't mind spending the dollars, then the Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2 is the massager for you.
Tom's Guide
18-07-2025
- Health
- Tom's Guide
Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro review
The Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro is one of the most expensive massage guns on the market. But does that mean it's also one of the best massage guns? Not exactly. Yes, the Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro is loaded with impressive specs: Bluetooth connectivity, an app full of massage routines, RPM adjustable from 1,700-2,700, and an impressive 180-minute battery life. However, impressive specs doesn't mean something is impressive in action. I found the Hypervolt 2 Pro much easier to use on someone else than myself thanks to the hefty 2.6 pound weight. The deep amplitude also means it's not recommended for those with weak or frail muscles. The Hypervolt 2 Pro is pro in name and use-case: this is a massage gun for serious athletes. This is not a casual gun for office workers or ad-hoc runners. Find out if this massage gun suits your needs in this Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro review. Price $349 / £329 Dimensions 8 x 2.5 x 10.4 inches Weight 2.6 pounds Speed 1,700-2,700 RPM Amplitude 14mm (estimated) Battery 180 minutes Colors Black Attachments 5 The Hyperice Hypervolt 2 Pro massage gun is pro in name and in price. It's a whopping $349 from Amazon U.S. and £329 on Amazon U.K.. This price makes the Hypervolt 2 Pro one of the priciest massage guns on the market. I've tested the $89 Bob and Brad M7 Mini Pro, which, when compared to the Hypervolt 2 Pro, is practically free. Bob and Brad's closest competitor to the Hypervolt 2 Pro is the $299 D6 Pro Plus, which has a 16mm amplitude compared to the Hypervolt 2 Pro's estimated 14mm. The Theragun Elite is the Hypervolt 2 Pro's closest competitor. The $399 massage gun has a lowest speed of 1,750RPM (50RPM faster than the Hypervolt 2 Pro), and a 16mm amplitude. The Theragun Elite, however, has a little screen you can adjust the RPM with, which gives it a more high-tech feel. I see no reason why the Hypervolt 2 Pro needs to be so expensive, other than its app connectivity. But I still don't think these premium features work hard enough to justify the near-$300 price increase from other options. The Hypervolt 2 Pro is considerably larger than alternative massage guns. The Theragun Elite has a 9-inch length, while the Hypervolt 2 Pro is 10 inches. In comparison, the more affordable massage guns on the market tend to be around 5 inches long. Whether you like this large size will depend on you. My boyfriend loved it, as the long handle meant he could reach all areas of his back. I struggled as it was simply too heavy for me to hold up and maneuver. The 2.6-pound weight meant the Hypervolt 2 Pro was tricky to hold up for long periods. When I was trying to massage my shoulders, I found my arm started to hurt before long. I found it much easier to massage someone else rather than myself, because I could use two hands, but I'll talk about that in the 'Performance' section later. Turning on the Hypervolt 2 Pro is easy: simply flick the switch on the bottom. The LED panel lights up green. You use the dial on the back of the barrel to change speed, and there are 5 speed levels. I found the top speed was too powerful for all muscle groups except quads and glutes. There are five attachments: flat, fork, bullet, cushion, and ball. I found the ball was best for everyday aches and pains. The bullet was almost painful. The fork was really good for traps and calves after a long day of hunching over a desk, so I'd recommend that for fellow sedentary workers — but only at the lowest speed. Unfortunately, there's no travel case, so if you want to take the Hypervolt 2 Pro out and about with you, you'll need to get your own bag. This has been a Hyperice issue for a while: Theraguns come with a hard carry case. As I mentioned briefly in the 'Design' section above, I found the Hypervolt 2 Pro much easier to use on someone else than on myself. I couldn't hold it up for long enough to massage my shoulders. As a result, I'd recommend this only if you're a) really strong, or b) have someone to massage you. I used it on myself after weightlifting, yoga and on my boyfriend after his various workouts. I found the lowest speed was enough for my aching muscles, and he agreed that it was enough for him too. He said it was maybe a little too hard sometimes, and wished the Hypervolt 2 Pro had an even lower setting. My main issue with the Hypervolt 2 Pro — other than the weight — is that it's a little too powerful. The slowest RPM is 1,700 (300RPM slower than the Bob and Brad M7 Plus Mini I use almost every day), but this was too powerful for my back, likely due to the deeper amplitude. For context, I have a very bony back (I'm trying, but building muscle is hard) that's mostly ribs and vertebrae. The Hypervolt 2 Pro just bounced off my bones instead of massaging what little muscle I do have. Even on my shoulders, which have a little more meat than my back, the massage gun pummeled me rather than massaging me. Have you ever skimmed a stone across a body of water? That's what it felt like across my back. Fortunately, my boyfriend has the complete opposite body type to me. He runs, lifts weights, and does fight training, so he works out considerably harder than me, and also has more muscle to massage. I used the Hypervolt 2 Pro on him after workouts. He thought the pressure was a little too much on very tender muscles, but at least it was actually able to massage him. I think this massage gun will suit people who are very muscled rather than people who are currently growing muscle. I found my favorite use-case for the Hypervolt 2 Pro was with the Hyperice app. I loved being able to sync up a massage routine with the gun and not have to change any features. However, the Pro gun is still $349 — that's $120 pricier than the base Hypervolt 2, which also has app compatibility. I adored the Hyperice app. Like other Hyperice massage guns, the Hypervolt 2 Pro uses the Hyperice app. This is a nice, clean app, with easily-navigable UI and a range of features. Connecting to the Hypervolt 2 Pro was easy. On the Hyperice app, I selected 'Hypervolt' from the list of compatible products, and it connected immediately. From there, I could choose from a vast range of massage routines. As I'd just done leg day at the gym, I chose the 19-minute leg routine. There are loads more options, including 'Nighttime relief', specialized routines like 'treating shin splints', and even 'NBA post game'. Here's a few screenshots of the routine in progress. The app tells you exactly which attachment to use, exactly where to massage, and changes the percussion intensity automatically (although you can do it manually too). The app controls the length of each massage routine, and reminds you when to change side. I think the Hyperice app is one of the best aspects of the Hypervolt 2 Pro, and the only feature that attempts to justify its $349 MSRP. If you really want a massage gun with app compatibility and automated massaging routines, the Hypervolt 2 Pro will perform that role excellently. For those on a more restrictive budget, the base Hypervolt 2 ($229 — not the Pro) also connects to the Hyperice app via Bluetooth. If you're a serious athlete and you want the best of the best massage guns, then the Hypervolt 2 Pro won't let you down. Just be wary that it's pretty heavy and costs an arm and a leg. If $349 is a little too steep for a massage gun, the Hyperice Go 2 is just $139 (but has no app connectivity), or the Hyperice Pro is $229. Both of these options have the same fantastic Hyperice construction and style. However, if money is no object, then the Hypervolt 2 Pro is a good option. Even if it was $50 cheaper, at $299, I would be more inclined to recommend it wholeheartedly. But for those out there who want the premium option regardless of price, the Hypervolt 2 Pro won't let you down.
