Kara Mathys

If you’re like me, you know that having a portable massage chair is essential for any therapy practice and you are giving at home massages.

Good chair may influence your massage efficiency up to 200% so your clients can feel better faster.

The best portable massage chairs are compact, light, with sturdy frames, comfortable padding, easily adjustable, great for deep tissue massages and so on.

But, not all massage chairs are created equal…

Well, I’ve talked to some experts, tested some chairs, and now written this article to help you compare and choose the best portable therapy chair for your needs.

10 Top Portable Massage Chair Review

Without further ado, here’s my number One choice.

1. Master Massage Professional – Best All-around Value – #1

With 11 x 20 x 43 inches and 15.2 pounds, this chair is compact and lightweight, which makes it very easy to carry; plus it comes with a carrying case that looks like a wheeled luggage bag, but unfortunately, it’s a bit difficult to keep it straight.

Construction-wise, this is a comfortable and durable chair, with 2-inch multi-layer small cell foam that has a high density and thus proves ergonomic.

It is a waterproof chair, with polyurethane upholstery in a stylish royal blue color.

The reinforcement gives this chair additional durability, but it also looks amazing considering that it comes in royal blue.

The aircraft aluminum frame is light and strong, with no-mark finishing and electrostatically-powdered so that the chair resists rust and scratches. Besides, this strong frame can support people up to 650 pounds.

It  comes with included accessories such as the adjustable face cradle that you can adjust in six positions or the memory foam pillow.

The session pouch allows users to stash their eyeglasses or rings without fear of misplacing them.

Summary: The Master Massage Professional massage chair has the best all-around value, and it’s a feature-packed, resilient chair.

2. Stronglite Ergo-Pro II Portable With Wheels – Best Chair for Heavier Bodies

This is another light and sturdy chair, with a high degree of portability, considering it’s made from T6 aluminum alloy and a high gloss powder-coated finish.

The chair is suited for heavier users, considering it has a patented double tube that makes it stabler than other portable chairs.

At 24 pounds, this chair is versatile and can fit users between 4‘6” to 6’6”, with easy-to-make adjustments of the chest and seat area, though the chair might squeak a bit.

This chair also features an ergonomic design, and the armrests are easy to adjust, though you can’t put too much pressure on them, while the leg pads are easy to remove.

With wheels, ballistic nylon carry case and valuables pouch, this chair is easy to move and store.

Summary: The Stronglite Ergo Pro II massage chair is a very resistant chair that proves quite versatile and comfortable.

3. Earthlite Vortex Portable Massage Chair Package – Best Pro Chair to Travel With

The Earthlite Vortex massage chair includes the whole massage chair package you need for traveling, including a case that’s resistant to water because it’s made from rugged nylon.

The case comes with a padded shoulder strap for extra comfort and a sternum pad to take the weight off your back. Besides, the chair only weighs 15 pounds.

Made from aircraft-grade aluminum, the frame is light, yet tough, allowing the chair to fold easily.

The upholstery supported by this frame is made from a resistant dual-density Pro-Lite cushioning. Above it, the Natursoft upholstery proves quite soft, but it’s also durable.

The chair allows you to make plenty of adjustments to accommodate users, plus it’s easy to set up and fold.

Unfortunately, it’s not a chair meant for bigger users, and the armrest might feel too low.

Summary: The Earthlite Vortex includes the complete massage chair package, so it’s easy to travel with.

4. Comfort 4 Portable Chair – Best On a Budget

If you’re on a budget, this chair is resistant and comfortable, though it’s better for masseurs who only work part-time or are going through their apprenticeship.

At a more affordable price, this chair can also double as a tattoo chair, and it seems it’s better for this purpose.

However, it’s a comfortable chair, filled with high-density foam and can easily be folded. Although the advertised maximum static capacity is 700 pounds, the user manual states it’s just 250 pounds. So this chair can’t fit bigger users.

Still, the upholstery is made with PU leather that’s water and oil proof, so you can easily clean it.

The chair is compact, easy to set up and fold, and weighs just 23 pounds.

Summary: The Massage Chair Comfort 4 is an affordable and comfortable chair, but lacks in durability.

5. Therabuilt Apex Massage Chair

The Therabuilt Apex massage chair is portable, weighs just 18.5 pounds, comes in a stylish black and has a 250 pounds working weight limit, so it can’t accommodate heavy users. Besides, it comes with a free case that’s comfortable to use.

This is not a particularly durable chair, as the warranty offers 1 year against manufacturer frame defects and 3 months for the face cradle.

Speaking of which, I liked how easily-adjustable the face cradle is, and I thought the 3.5-inches thick foam is particularly plush.

While some users might complain that the screw to assemble the armrest is shorter than it should be, that isn’t the case, and you can easily find a YouTube video showing you how to set the chair up correctly.

Summary: The Therabuilt Apex massage chair has great cushions and an easy assembly, but it’s not the most resistant on the market.

6. NRG Grasshopper

This is another fairly durable chair considering that its frame is manufactured from aircraft grade aluminum, which also renders it light.

This 18 pounds chair can support a 300-pound working weight.

The upholstery is made from soft vinyl, which is a soft, comfortable material. Besides, Levante vinyl is resistant to stains and easy to clean.

This professional portable massage chair is covered with 2.5-inch foam, which adjusts to your body shape and is, therefore, ergonomic and comfortable.

The seat, chest, head, and armrests are all easily adjustable, while the chair is easy to fold and to carry courtesy of the included storage case.

One downside is that the screws used for adjusting the movable parts tend to get a little loose with time, so you need an Allen wrench handy.

Summary: An easy-to-clean, comfortable chair, the NRG Grasshopper could use better knobs.

7. Oakworks Massage Chair – Portal Pro 3

At 19 pounds and with a 350 pounds weight capacity, this Oakworks portal massage chair is easy to use, allowing you to massage your patient’s head, shoulders easily, and back.

This chair is compact, sturdy, and light, so it’s easy to set up anywhere.

The instructional video is very clarifying, and the case is quite reliable for transport.

This chair can fit people up to 300 pounds, and with a height of 4’11” to 6’4”, so it’s not meant for tall users.

However, the chair is easily adjustable, just like the armrest and face rest, that can be locked with only one hand.

This chair is stable even if it has portable wheels, its frame is made from aluminum, and it’s upholstered with PVC-free Terratouch, that’s easy to clean.

Summary: The Oakworks Portal Pro 3 is a chair meant for petite users, but it’s durable and easy to use.

8. Ataraxia Deluxe Portable Folding Massage Chair

One of the most affordable portable chairs on the market, the Ataraxia Deluxe certainly has its shining features, like the fact that its upholstery is made from oil-resistant and waterproof synthetic leather.

As all the chairs above, this one can be folded and comes with a carrying case that features a strap.

However, the chair can’t be folded easily, and the carry case seems a bit shabby.

This is a solid chair, with a steel frame, but some of its other parts will definitely wear faster with prolonged use. Steel is a durable material, but it’s heavier than aluminum, so the couple extra pounds added might inconvenience you.

However, this is an easily adjustable chair, with a comfortable foam system for the price, while the quick-release lock system is fairly safe.

Summary: The Ataraxia Portable Folding Chair has a surprisingly sturdy and quiet frame for the price, but some of its other parts are less resistant.

9. Earthlite Avila II

The Earthlite Avila II is not an inexpensive massage chair, but it’s highly adjustable for users between 4’6” to 6’6”.

The chest pad is comfortable, sliding and tilting, while the face cradle is very comfortable and easy to adjust, just like the armrests.

However, you need a bit of time to learn how to tweak these adjustments to perfection.

Besides, since the seat height isn’t adjustable itself, the clients can sit comfortably, but the massage therapist needs to work on them from a weird angle.

Although the the chair weighs 22 pounds, it can support a maximum working weight of 350 pounds.

That’s because the frame is made from carbon composite, that’s light and particularly resilient, and you can easily replace the pads.

Plus, it comes with a limited lifetime warranty to attest its longevity.

It features removable cushions that are quite comfortable, while the Natursoft upholstery is made from a very soft polyurethane.

The chair is easy to transport thanks to the ballistic nylon carry case that sports durable urethane wheels.

Summary: Deemed the most easily adjustable chair on the market, the Avila II would certainly use an adjustable chair height.

10. Stronglite Massage Chair – Stronglite Ergo Pro

The first thing I loved about this chair is the fully adjustable face cradle and the very comfortable face pillow that’s made from STRONGLITE.

This chair has all the bells and whistles, including a valuable pouch, transport wheels and a carry bag made from rugged ballistic nylon that features a strong zipper and padded strap.

The frame is resistant, yet light, considering it’s manufactured from T6 aluminum alloy that’s heat-treated.

Besides, the patented double tube design makes this chair particularly stable, although it weighs just 19 pounds.

However, the chair could use more padding to make it more comfortable and to ensure it lasts longer.

The chair can fit clients between 4’6” to 6’6”, thanks to the height-adjustable seat.

This seat also allows you to reverse the clients quickly, while the leg pads are easy to remove and serve disabled clients.

Summary: The Stronglite Ergo Pro is a strong chair with a durable frame, but it could use more padding.

Some Other Good Portable Massage Chair Models to Consider

After reading the top 10 above, let’s see what other terrific chair models you can consider:

Massage Therapist Chair Frequently Asked Questions

Now that you’re here, you must still have some questions:

Where to Buy

There are plenty of online and offline businesses that retail these massage chairs, but you should look for a reputable place, with good shipping like Amazon.

This website allows you to compare and contrast user reviews, and it even offers reliable return policies.

Conclusion

If you’ve read my portable massage chair comparison above, you know that my personal favorite is the Master Massage Professional.

It’s fairly affordable, resistant, comfortable, easy to use and feature-packed.

All in all, it has the fewest disadvantages when you compare it to all the other chairs in this review.

That’s my recommendation. What will you get and why? Let’s talk in the comments below.

Also reviews of professional massage tables are coming soon! Stay tuned!

Tell me if this is you…

You don’t really want to spend $8000+ on Top of the line Zero Gravity Massage Chair.

But, at the same time you do want to invest and still get a best value for your money.

Is it really possible to receive all of the features of a really expensive chairs, but Much Much cheaper?

Not Exactly, but…

Surprisingly, Kahuna LM6800 get pretty close of being the best feature packed recliner and a fantastic value for money with features that even most expensive massage chair models are missing.

Seem to good to be true…

I’ve decided to dig dipper under the surface and double check what’s the fuss with this particular Kahuna massage chair model is all about.

Being a decent chair for tall people and most importantly price affordable tag, let’s find out what this chair can do for you!

Is it really worth the money?

Kahuna LM6800 Massage Chair Review (2019 Update)

Quick Summary:

This model has feet and calf rollers, features that not all 5000+ chairs have.

Also, shoulder airbags (not a standard option for the most chairs, even more expensive models), arm air bags and leg air bags.

Twist and stretch options, heating therapy on lower back and legs, and more importantly L-track massage system (L track is feature of more expensive chairs with higher price tag), 3 stages of Zero Gravity & Smart body scan technology!

It features space-saving technology that will require ONLY 3 inches from the wall, so it can fit smaller rooms and spaces.

Kahuna has an established a name withing massage chair community duet to packing many features that come with an affordable price tag.

Also customer support is one of the best I tried, considering that massage chair industry full of Scam and companies with questionable reputation, considering that many brands don’t even have local customer support specialist.

Biggest CONS of this chair:

• The biggest concern for some people is strong foot roller massage, but it can be easily solved by using some pads or cushion;
• If you are under 5 feet, rollers may not hit all your areas properly;
• No Memory Settings (I personally don’t care about his but some user like to ave it);

Kahuna promises to provide limited 3 year warranty and offer it for all parts, labor and structural framework of the chair. Keep in mind that it is also possible to buy 5 year extended warranty and for this kind of purchases I wold suggest you to do so.

Let’s take a look at some features in details …

Important Features Overview of Kahuna Massage Chair LM6800

Hybrid S-/L-track Design

Kahuna 6800LM massage chair starts strong with a hybrid S-/L-track design that only brings the best of the two words, enhancing overall massage experience right from the start.

The S-track follows the natural curve of your spine while the L-track extends further, reaching from the neck to the glutes and thighs.

The quad rollers travel longer and further down your body; this is a rarity with the budget massage chair, and it’s an great feature that can exceed your expectations when complemented with other features that this chair has to offer.

3D Body Scan

This is a common feature for many massage chairs. Since Kahuna looks after its users, it’s no wonder they’ve included it.

A body scan is a very valuable option since it automatically adjusts the rollers before the massage, positioning them to make sure they hit all the pressure points on your body.

The chair scans you, adjusting the rollers according to your body shape and height.

But Kahuna goes a step further, allowing you to manually adjust the rollers in case the computer misses a spot!

That way you can make sure to get a thorough massage, customized to your needs.

Kahuna LM6800 Zero Gravity Position

Inspired by Nasa, Zero-G is a common feature of many massage chairs, but the majority only comes with one level.

Kahuna LM6800 is incredibly unique since it offers three Zero-G positions; it’s something you won’t find in other chairs in the same budget.

By elevating your knees slightly above your heart, your body’s weight is pressing down into the chair, against the rollers.

This position only improves your massage experience and results in a deep tissue massage.

If you’re suffering from chronic pain, this is a fantastic feature with therapeutic benefits.

And not only that; deep tissue massage also helps to improve the overall quality of your sleep and further reduce stress levels!

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Air Massage

As a whole body massage, Kahuna air massage tries to do the best with 36 airbags placed strategically around the chair.

The airbags may be First Generation, but that doesn’t mean they cut the quality of the massage short.

In fact, it’s quite the opposite. You can control air massage through 3 intensity levels for more customization.

Vast Massage Options

Another feature where Kahuna wants to please its users as much as possible is with the amazing massage options.

In a lot of cases, massage options are cut short, but not with Kahuna.

You can choose between five different massage techniques (including shiatsu) and five pre-programmed massages that target a specific area of your body.

But that’s not all; Kahuna allows you to customize your massage through three different intensity and speed levels of the rollers!

The incredible amount of customizable options allows for a more thorough and intense massage experience, suitable for your needs and preferences.

For those of you suffering from a specific problematic area, choose zone massage option with the “Fixed Spot” on the remote.

The rollers stay where they are, massaging an area 6 inches apart from the selected point.

This allows you to release the pressure from the area where you most need it, and it only adds up even more value in terms of the therapeutic benefits of the chair.

Heat Therapy

This is quite a standard function in many massage chairs, but Kahuna is unique because it comes with two different areas of heat; the lumbar area and the calf area.

Typically, most chairs offer heat in the lumbar and not all of them do.

Heat therapy can soothe, rejuvenate, and restore the damaged tissue and further improve the massage experience.

Now, you can’t control the heat, and you can’t adjust the temperature.

Both functions are either on or off.

Some may think this a disadvantage, but the whole combo of massage options along with heat therapy make an incredible package of therapeutic benefits you can enjoy on a budget!

Body Stretch Feature

A “Yoga” stretch can provide you with an instant relief since it helps to take the pressure off your spine and discs.

This feature targets especially those who suffer from chronic back pain and it’s a rare find in the chairs with this price tag.

While it takes a bit of time getting used to it, it’ll quickly become your favorite if a painful back is something you suffer from.

Calf and Foot Massage

Not all massage chairs of this price range have a calf and foot massage feature.

As a part of the massage, this Kahuna massage chair combines airbags and rollers to provide the maximum relief to painful and sore legs and feet.

If you spend a lot of time on your feet, this feature is aimed at you.

What’s more, there are even rollers at the soles of the feet!

There have been occasional complaints that the foot massage is too intense for a casual user, but you can always adjust the intensity with the remote.

If it’s still too much, some users suggested wearing an extra pair of socks!

In any case, this is a valuable feature with additional heat therapy in the leg massage ports.

If you suffer from chronic leg pain, you’ll find the function rejuvenating and soothing.

Extendable Ottoman

Kahuna 6800 is one of the massage chairs many regularly recommend for taller users. You’ll be happy to know the ottoman can be adjusted by 5 inches.

That means the chair can accommodate users from 5’ to 6’4” without any difficulties, which gives Kahuna a definite advantage when it comes to user-friendly massage chairs.

Space Saving Design

Speaking of user-friendly, this massage chair comes with another great feature: it’s space efficient!

This is an essential feature since some massage chairs are ridiculously bulky and not everyone can afford to sacrifice their entire living area for it.

But Kahuna has thought of that; with this design, you only need 3 to 4 inches between the wall and the chair. And that’s easily a turning point for many people.

Easy-to-Use Remote

Now, a remote control may or may not be that important, but it’s a relief to discover that the learning curve isn’t too severe.

Kahuna was thinking of its users when designing the remote and they did a great job with it.

Make no mistake, there are many functions and options for customization, but it’s all logically placed.

If there’s something that we hate is a complicated remote control.

With this one, we believe you’ll have no problem finding the controls you want.

Kahuna LM6800 vs. LM-7000

The Kahuna LM6800 is the basic model which LM7000 was built on and somewhat improved.

There aren’t many differences between these two massage chairs.

Honestly, we love a few upgrades on LM7000, but we’re just not completely sure it’s worth the money.

The Conclusion

As you can see, the differences are minor between these two models.

Yes, the warranty plays an important role, and that is a great surprise.

The word has it, LM7000 model is quieter than its predecessor, but we’re not sure about that.

In any case, both of these chairs come from the same brand, and they inevitably bring their own set of advantages.

But if we had to choose one, LM6800 is by far the winner.

It’s more affordable and incredibly therapeutic when it comes to soothing back pain, sore muscles, and improving overall wellbeing. We’re not sure if the difference in money is worth it!

Kahuna LM-6800 vs. SM-7300

Kahuna SM7300 is another excellent model. But even this one isn’t too different from the basic LM6800 Kahuna.

The differences are minor, even though quite important!

The Conclusion

There are a few minor differences between the models, but we’re not sure why SM7300 has been slightly downgraded when LM6800 already has everything you want in a massage chair (especially on the budget).

Both of these chairs are suitable for tall and big users. And both of the chairs brings soothing therapeutic benefits to the table.

True, air massage isn’t as effective in LM6800 model as it is in SM7300, but it packs many other features that altogether work to soothe sore muscles and painful back.

Few Words About Kahuna SM 9000 Model

Another amazing massage chair model, Kahuna SM9000 is something both serious and casual users love.

It’s designed to boost a regular massage session with a few extra kicks that benefit people with chronic back and leg pain as well!

This is an excellent model; it packs incredible features you’ll start using religiously.

But there are a few downsides that make us believe SM9000 may not be the best model out there.

Don’t get me wrong; this is an excellent model, but perhaps not for the price.

As an FDA registered device, it’s excellent for tall people, for chronic back pain sufferers, and for all who want their massage chairs built in the USA!

Final Words on This 3 Kahuna LM6800 Review

Kahuna LM6800 Massage Chair is a well-built chair with plenty of remarkable features for the price.

For that same reason (and for good customer service) the Kahuna Massage Chair Brand has become one of the most popular among users.

And it’s no wonder; LM6800 model is great for a wide audience.

Whether you suffer from chronic pain or you’re a casual user who wants to get the most for your money, Kahuna is a great option.

On the budget with a ton of therapeutic benefits, this chair is difficult to ignore.

It’s probably the best value for money!

Luraco i7 PLus – #1 Massage Chair in The Word (Editor’s Pick)

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Do you know how many massage chairs are being made each year? Just consider that each major company has tens of products lined up, not to mention smaller brands.

Who could possible try all these chairs or read endless chair reviews and expert opinions about them without getting all tensed up and needing a massage even more?

Well, me.

I’ve tested a lot of massage chair recliners and I’m always doing research about them.

And even if I promised to discuss the 7 best massage chair reviews in 2019, I’m actually going to go a bit further and add 10 more models to cover the entire price pool.

Quick hint if you don’t already know this about me: I voted for Luraco i7 Plus as the winner!

And if you find yourself lost in all the electric massage chair specs and functions, I also have a complete buyers’ guide plus an FAQ section below!

Comparison Table (comparison chart)

Top 7 Best Massage Chair & Recliner Models in 2019

World’s Best Massage Chairs

You already know my opinion, I’m a Luraco i7 Plus fan through and through. But there are other models to review, so let’s get to it!

1. Luraco i7 Plus – #1 Best Overall

This Luraco medical massager is one of the best massage chairs TODAY (actually THE BEST in my opinion) I could find because it features tons of quality characteristics, all rounding up its medical purpose.

Firstly, the chair is designed and manufactured in the US, which isn’t something you see every day.

Besides, it’s listed with the FDA, CE, and UL, so you can rely on its high-tech and heavy-duty construction.

Among its most special features, the 5 memory settings are really user-friendly.

You can also adjust the massage intensity and speed, plus select different body parts for a terrific type of massage.

Hint: the foot massage was absolutely heaven. Among the manual techniques, Kneading and Tapping with various speed controls feel great.

The pause and resume buttons are another user-friendly characteristics: you can simply stop and have the Luraco focus on the sorest spot on your body.

And thanks to the 10WBluetooth speakers, you can enjoy a truly immersive massage experience.

You? Who’s you? Well, everyone up to 300 pounds, with a height between 4’7” to 6’7” – this is a chair built for everyone!

There are even built-in blood pressure and heart rate monitor and full-body heat!

The 3D massage feels great, with all the proven benefits of deep-tissue massages, like better circulation and reduced chronic pain.

The Zero-gravity feature is another plus, considering that all your weight is taken by the rollers, so it makes for a soothing massage that can help you fall asleep easily.

The S-track design follows the natural curve of your spine, which some people say has fewer benefits than an L-track or a hybrid track – but I’ll discuss that below.

Still, with the rollers being able to move 3 inches from their track, this massage is deep and as great as that given by a licensed chiropractor.

Summary: The Luraco i7 Plus is a therapeutic massage chair that could only be made better by a more affordable price.

2. Human Touch Novo XT2 – 2nd Best

This polyurethane chair may be imported, but it’s designed in the USA – a first similarity with the Luraco.

However, I love its space-saving design, you just need a 2-inch wall clearance to use it comfortably.

It’s also a user-friendly chair thanks to the Altec Lansing premium sound system that’s again very immersive, thanks to the soothing nature sounds. Premium features are close one of Luraco, but sounds system (if that is important to you) is the best in the industry, which also make this chair one of the best massage chairs available.

A significant difference when comparing this to the Luraco is the hybrid SL track design that follows the anatomical spine curve and also increases the massage coverage to your buttocks and thighs.

The foot massage is great with this robotic massage chair, especially since the underfoot rollers can be adjusted, harnessing the true power of reflexology.

You even get Cloud touch acupressure with this chair thanks to a penetrating air massage.

I also loved the Flex 3D massage technology, very similar to that of the Luraco, especially since you get various intensity massage settings here too.

And you can count on the dual lumbar heat to loosen tight back muscles and ease chronic sciatica pain, though the Luraco features full body heat.

With 35 auto-programs you can test, the full body stretch program is probably the one I loved the most.

I also loved the 2 zero-gravity positions, but the Luraco is more of a mecial massage chair.

Human Touch XT2 is second winner!

Summary: The Novo XT2 is a feature-packed reclining massage chair you can easily customize, but it could use some memory settings.

3. Infinity Presidential Massage Chair – 3d Best

A 3D L-track chair with all the features you can expect from a world’s best luxurious massage chair, including foot rollers, executive zero gravity, space-saving design, Bluetooth, Apple/Droid apps, and postural correction. But let’s take them one at a time.

The Hybrid L/S track is 49 inches long, so the massage rollers can easily get from your neck and shoulders to your hamstrings.

Besides, the rollers feel quite life-like and, if that’s not enough, the 3D body scanning is just what you need to make sure the chair focuses on your pressure points.

If the computer’s wrong, you can easily adjust the roller position yourself, with the remote!

The Infinity Presidential features zero-gravity seating too, so your knees are lifted up, and the rollers give a truly penetrating massage.

I also loved the wide array of manual massage types offered, from the basic Kneading, Tapping, Knocking, Combo to the more advanced Shiatsu.

But the Music Sync option was heaven: I could actually sync the massage rhythm to the beat of my favorite tracks.

Hint: try Ode to Joy if you want to feel fresh as a cucumber!

I also like the speed intensity adjustment and the air mode with more than 40 air cells included to massage your head, neck, arms, butt, feet, and legs.

The lumbar heat and waist twist are great features too, this robotic massage chair is Bluetooth-compatible and comes with an extendable massage recliner and ottoman.

With so many outstanding features, why is this chair ranked third in my review?

Well, it doesn’t have any memory setting, plus the Luraco has a more penetrating, deep-tissue therapeutic massage, while the XT2 offers a more immersive experience. Bronze medal for the Presidential!

Summary: The Infinity Presidential is a luxurious massage chair for great soothing massages.

4. Inada Dreamwave Massage Chair – 4^th

The S-Track design is fairly standard, but it certainly delivers a quality massage thanks to features like the 3D body scan, which allows the computer to find your sore spots and adjust the massage rollers accordingly, though you can manually adjust them too.

The zero-gravity seating is another great feature, but you get just one position – I know, I was a bit let down too, especially since this chair is so customizable.

Speaking of which, there are 16 built-in massage options such as the Human Hands, Kneading, Double Knead, Tapping, Combo, and Shiatsu, plus various speed, intensity, and roller width adjustments. Lucky me – the remote is easy to use.

The Air Mode offers 101 second-generation airbags, you can change the air pressure and choose to massage different body parts individually.

The timer’s adjustable, you get individual back and seat heat, vibration massage, body stretch, a thorough calf, and foot massage, so why isn’t this chair ranked first?

Well, there’s no way to control the temperature, no MP3 support, no space-saving technology, and the S-track feels pretty short.

5. Osaki 3D Pro Ekon Massage Chair (8999$) – 5^th

This body massager chair comes with some special features of its own, like the high-end 3D L-track design, which gives you an immersive, deep and electric full body massage all the way from the neck to the back of your thighs.

I loved the sliding base too because it’s so user-friendly, while the fiberglass exterior is truly unique – I have rarely seen such an enduring chair.

Besides, remember that the Osaki Pro Ekon is made by the same guys who manufactured the now discontinued Infinity Iyashi massage chair.

Yes, in the same factory! But what I adored is the calf massage.

With a combination of kneading plus the roller on the back, the Pro Ekon delivers the absolute best calf massage when compared to any other robotic massager ever made. Told you I liked this massage.

Apart from that, there’s the 3D massager technology, lumbar heat, auto-body scan, zero gravity and hybrid track – with all the benefits I’ve explained above and will detail later on too.

There are 6 built-in programs and 6 massage techniques, even a Bluetooth connection.

What I would have liked to see more on this chair, especially considering the price is calf heat, adjustable heat temperature, more than one zero-G position, and more massage options, apart from the basic ones plus the Shiatsu.

But it’s still one of the best chairs on the market!

Summary: The Pro Ekon delivers amazing calf massages and I promise it’s the last time I mention it here.

6. Ogawa Smart 3D – 6^th

The Ogawa Smart 3D is not the most stylish chair I’ve seen and the LED lights might look a little kitschy but boy, do they work!

These chromotherapy lights help you relax and immerse yourself in the massage experience.

This chair is pretty big and heavy, but it’s designed with space-saving technology, so you need just a 4-inch clearance to fit it in.

I also liked the L-track design and quad rollers, so you can get a deep massage from your neck to your hamstrings.

The Ogawa Smart 3D features two zero-G seating positions to maximize your overall experience and deliver a deeper massage.

Besides, there’s that 3D in the name which means the rollers move on the length, width, and depth of an imagined parallelepiped, pressing into your back for a deep tissue massage.

This chair has 17 auto-programs, body-specific options, plus six techniques, four of which are advanced (Balinese, Chinese, Japanese and Swedish).

Plus the Thai option is a great, relaxing full-body stretch.

You can customize all these options, create and save your changes, adjust the timer or even choose a manual massage.

And the 64 second-generation airbags deliver a great air massage, there’s lumbar heat, but the calf and foot massage isn’t that great.

With no sole massagers and just airbags to massage your feet, you can understand why it’s not that vigorous.

Besides, the remote is pretty difficult to use because you haven’t got one!

Instead, the Android tablet with the app is intuitive, with a special diagnostics section.

Summary: The Ogawa Smart 3D is one of the easiest to customize chairs I’ve ever tried, but the foot massage is pretty average.

7. Osaki Pro Maestro Massage Chair – 7^th

The Osaki Pro Maestro has some unique features, starting with the 4D massage it offers.

Very much like what a chiropractor would do, the rollers move on 3 different directions, but they also come out a few inches from their position to give you a deeper massage.

There’s zero-gravity too, but it’s pretty standard when compared to other robotic massage chairs.

The L-track massage can get up to your hamstrings, which is another great thing.

So here’s the cherry on the cake: the heated back roller! It’s different than lumbar heat, you get a warm massage anytime you use this chair.

However, the roller is just warm and I also would’ve liked to see some back and calf heat.

Still, the foot massage is amazing, using a foot and calf Kneading technique.

Speaking of techniques, there are 4 massage styles, but just the basic ones (Kneading, Tapping, Rolling) plus Shiatsu, along with 8 auto-programs. Would have liked to see more options here too, though.

But with a backrest scanning, space-saving design, Bluetooth connection and easy-to-use remote, this chair is definitely among the best on the market!

Summary: The Osaki Pro Maestro can provide a warm, soothing massage, though it doesn’t have a lot of bells and whistles.

Middle Price Range Chairs (Around 5500$)

Now that you’ve seen my top 7 chairs, let’s see what some more affordable options you can find on the market.

8. Infinity It 8500 & Infinity It 8500X3 – #1 in Midprice Range Category

The Infinity IT 8500 features an S-track design with quad rollers, which are fairly standard but still deliver a functional massage.

The 3D body scanning allows the computer to find pressure points on your body, but you can also adjust the rollers yourself – always a plus.

The Zero-Gravity seating is another plus, especially with two positions that allow you to reap the benefits of a penetrating massage.

There are also six massage techniques offered, but only one advanced: Shiatsu, which is the industry standard for the price range.

BUUUT: you can combine any two techniques thanks to the dual action feature!! Loved it!

There are also four auto massage programs that you can adjust in speed, though you can’t adjust the intensity.

I also loved the deep massage, but I admit it might be too much for the average users, who can only decrease the intensity in appearance by reducing the speed.

However, this is a mistake corrected by the Infinity IT 8500X3.

I also loved the spot massage function which allows you to focus on a sore spot as well as on a specific region.

The air massage mode is pretty average though, with 38 Second Generation airbags and 5 intensity levels.

The lumbar heat is fairly decent for treating lower back pain, but hands-down the best feature of the Infitinty IT 8500 is the body stretch, which is quite firm.

This chair features a twist function for your spine, which feels like what a chiropractor would do.

Besides, you can also adjust the speed! Inversion therapy is another stellar feature of the Infinity IT 8500, offering the same benefits on your spine as the swivel function, but at low impact.

You also get a decent calf and foot massage, but it’s not that intense – just with the airbags and all.

The chair features MP3 support, an extendable ottoman for taller users – so it’s pretty user-friendly.

The Infinity X3 sees some great additions, like more built-in programs, remote adjustable intensity, Bluetooth compatibility, plus a 4D massage courtesy of traveling rollers that can get 3 inches from the track.

Still, the X3 has a less adjustable timer – you can only choose between a 10-minute or a 30-minute massage.

Summary: The Infinity IT 8500 is a perfect chair for inversion therapy and features some surprising combinations!

9. Ogawa Touch 3D Massage Chair

The Ogawa Touch 3D Massage Chair is pretty niche and you either love it or hate it.

Starting with its design, you can appreciate that it doesn’t want to pretend it’s a piece of furniture, plus it’s pretty huge and doesn’t have a space-saving design, so you need to place it more than 31 inches away from a wall.

The good news is that it can fit taller people too, up to 6’5”.

Massage-wise, I enjoyed a 3D roller massage, which is fairly deep. I also liked the two Zero-G seating positions that made me feel weightless and relaxed.

Besides, the chromotherapy which uses built-in LED lights made me doze off faster than watching the Weather Channel.

You will also appreciate the body scanning that allows the chair to find your sore spots and how easy it is to control the roller position with the tablet.

What I’m not a big fan of is the short S-track design that didn’t massage my glutes or hamstrings.

Besides, the dual rollers aren’t as good as quad rollers (unless you want a deeper intensity), but the chair compensated through various techniques, 9 basic and 4 advanced that include Balinese, Japanese, Shiatsu and Swedish.

There are also 5 speeds and 6 intensities to customize your massage from light to deep.

With spot and partial massage, air with 64 Second Generation airbags and 5 different intensity setings, lumbar heat and Bluetooth speakers, the Ogawa massage chair is quite user-friendly.

Not to mention the USB charging port and touchscreen tablet you can watch movies on.

There’s also a diagnostic section, but you need to invest a bit of time to learn how to master this chair first.

Summary: This is a feature-packed chair that’s perfect for alleviating chronic back pain.

10. Titan Pro Jupiter XL Massage Chair

The Titan Pro Jupiter XL Massage Chair features an L-track that goes from your neck all the way to your hamstrings.

It can fit people between 5’ to 6’6”, who can benefit from a deep massage courtesy of 3D rollers.

The body scanning technology used is up to date, accurate and allows you to massage all your sore spots.

The dual action foot massagers are another good feature, especially in combination with the airbags.

This is one of the best scraping massages I’ve ever tried!

The zero gravity recline features two positions, the second that lifts your knees and legs above heart level.

I also appreciated the space-saving design which means you only need about 3 inches from the wall to use this chair.

And since there are Bluetooth speakers plus a microphone built-in, you can listen to music for a soothing experience or take the time to make some calls.

The heat for the back, seat, and calves is amazingly soothing, but you can’t use it for more than 30 minutes per day. Bummer!

I also liked the head air bag massage, with an inflatable pillow that massaged my temples and made my brain feel more oxygenated.

In fact, the air bag massage offered by this chair is especially therapeutic for the hip and back area, considering you can combine it with a twisting-squeezing function.

There’s air bag massage for your other body parts, though, 9 auto programs, 5 massage techniques – all that with 5 adjustable speeds, 5 intensities, and 3 widths! Read my guide about overview of Titan Massage Chair models here.

Summary: The Titan Pro Jupiter XL offers the basic massage functions, plus a stellar head massage.

11. Positive Posture Brio Chair

The Positive Posture Brio Massage Chair sports the Intelligent True 4D technology that allows the rollers to travel from the track so they can push into your spine for a more penetrating massage.

But since this chair already features an L-track, its massages are fairly deep already.

The good news is the track can get all the way from your neck down to your glutes and upper hamstrings.

Although I love deep massages, I also like to have other options.

Unfortunately, this chair doesn’t feature a lot of massage techniques, just the 4 regular ones: Kneading, Tapping, Rolling and Pushing.

Still, there’s zero-gravity for improving blood circulation and joint pain, heat for the lower back and calves and a full body compression massage.

I can also appreciate the 10 built-in programs and manual adjustments, body scan, and space-saving design.

But I really liked the foot rollers that massaged by soles into heaven – it’s the power of reflexology.

And you can also appreciate how intuitive the remote is.

Summary: The Positive Posture Brio Massage Chair features all the basic functions for hobbyist users.

12. Osaki OS-7200H Massage Recliner Chair

The Osaki OS-7200H features auto body scan, massage roller heads and pressure sensors to deliver personalized massages.

In fact, this chair doesn’t just find sore spots on your back; it also figures out how tall people are!

The auto leg scan is another impressive feature, keeping your feet snugly positioned in the ottoman to align your calves and feet correctly.

The S-track design contours your spine, but it’s the industry standard, along with the quad rollers.

These rollers mimic the movements of a chiropractor’s hands, especially beneficial for easing chronic pain.

Besides, you can adjust the intensity and roller width!

I also liked the two zero-gravity positions for that true feeling of weightlessness.

The first position aligns the thighs and the heart, while the second elevates your legs further up to improve your circulation and increase the back massage intensity.

The shoulder heat pads made me feel warm and relaxed, while the 51-airbags offered me a good compression massage from my neck all the way down to my feet.

I also liked the MP3 port and built-in speakers; they really provide an immersive experience.

And the Blue LED chromotherapy is just what you need if you struggle with sleep deprivation or other sleep-related issues, even anxiety.

The remote is easy to use, and the auto-off timer is perfect for setting your massage duration.

You can choose between 6 massage techniques (Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Rolling, Shiatsu and Swedish) and 8 built-in programs.

The Music Sync option is my favorite – the massage is placed on the beat of your favorite tunes.

Besides, you can adjust the intensity, speed and roller width; you even have a Zone function!

Summary: The Osaki OS-7200H is a top massage chair for full-body massages, provide soothing and relaxing massage from head to toes.

Budget-Friendly Massage Chairs (Around 2500-3000$)

Welcome to my next section. I promised 7 of the best chairs, but what would this review be without some affordable models? Read along!

13. Kahuna LM-6800 – #1 Budget Chair (no competition)

 

This Kahuna massage chair is a budget chair and out top rated option in this category. It comes with all the bells and whistles, including a space-saving technology and a hybrid track design.

This allows the Kahuna LM6800 chair to fit your natural spine curve, while the rollers can massage all the way from your neck to your hamstrings.

If you’ve been patient enough to read so far, you’ve seen that most of the chairs above feature one or two zero-gravity positions.

The Kahuna 6800 has three! Besides, it offers a pretty decent air massage too, thanks to 36 air cells that cover your entire body.

However, there’s nothing special about the massage techniques it features: just the basic Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Rolling plus the advanced Shiatsu.

However, I liked the zone massage function which allowed me to have the chair focus on a single sore spot on my upper back.

The body stretch function is firm, yet relaxing, plus the back and calf heat therapy are incredibly relaxing.

But I did miss a more comprehensive massage for my foot since the Kahuna massage chair doesn’t offer a sole scraping option.

Summary: The Kahuna 6800 offers a relaxing, full-body massage at an affordable price.

14. Kahuna 7300

Just like the Kahuna 6800, the Kahuna 7300 features an SL track design that’s considered one of the best on the market.

It allows the chair to fit the anatomically curved shape of your spine while allowing the rollers to get all the way down to your hamstrings.

The Kahuna 7300 helps you rip many therapeutic massage benefits, especially considering its six-roller system – an upgrade from the 6800 model.

This allows you to benefit from more massage modes, plus they feel more life-like.

The 3D body scan technology identifies all the pressure points, but there’s a manual adjustment feature for the rollers and the width.

The Kahuna 7300 features various massage techniques like Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Knocking plus the advanced Shiatsu.

Still, what I liked best is the Yoga Stretch – relaxing and firm at the same time.

While both models feature a Zone massage option, the Kahuna 7300 boasts an adjustable timer as well as customizable massage modes for different lifestyles.

Unfortunately, the Kahuna 7300 has only one zero-gravity level, 18 airbags for the air massage modes and no calf heat.

Still, you have to appreciate the removable seat cover and stretched foot rest!

Summary: The Kahuna SM-7300 doesn’t have a lot of extraordinary features, but it certainly provides a life-like massage.

Read my guide regarding a few more affordable and cheap massage chair models.

15. Osaki OS-Pro Maxim (Price Around 3300$)

The Osaki OS Pro Maxim features a hybrid track technology that combined the anatomically curved shape of your spine courtesy of the S-track with the roller’s ability to get all the way down to your hamstrings, courtesy of the L-track.

The touchscreen controller is like a smart tablet, but bigger, so it’s easy to use and has an intuitive interface.

Another user-friendly feature is the body-scan technology which identifies your pressure points so it can deliver personalized massages.

Speaking of which, you can customize your massage thanks to 12 pre-programmed massages, manual massage techniques like Kneading, Tapping, Rolling, Clapping, Swedish and Shiatsu, plus 5 intensity levels.

The air bag massage features 36 air cells, and it’s quite refreshing, plus there’s lumbar heat to ease any back pain.

The foot rollers and auto leg scan are a great way to ensure you get the perfect leg massage, especially since the ottoman is made to fit your height.

This chair features Bluetooth compatible speakers, which I always appreciate, chromotherapy to relax you with soft blue lights, and zero gravity to give your back a deeper massage considering it’s fully pressing on the rollers.

You also can’t neglect the seat vibration – I like it, but if it’s too much for you, you can always turn it off.

Summary: The Osaki OS Pro Maxim massage recliner chair is easy to use and has plenty of massage options, though it lacks features available in more expensive chairs.

16. Osaki OS-4000T Massage Chair Recliner

With its ergonomic S-track, the Osaki 4000T executive zero gravity massage chair contours the natural curvature of your spine, though this is the industry standard and can feel a bit short – the rollers don’t reach your hamstrings.

However, a plus for this price range is the two-stage zero gravity, which allows the chair to place you in a neutral position, reducing spinal pressure.

The first position places your legs and heart at the same level, while the second elevates your legs to increase the blood circulation and disperse any blood clots.

The body scan technology allows this chair to adjust the rollers in order to hit your sore spots.

The air massage technology I liked, especially since it’s less noisy than other chairs, not to mention power-saving.

But the cherry on the cake is the full-arm air massage, which you really have to try for yourself.

The auto leg scan and length adjustment is another top-end feature. Not only does it allow your legs to fit snuggly in the ottoman, but it also aligns them correctly to increase the massage efficiency.

With lower back heat therapy and seat vibration, 8 built-in programs and 6 manual massage techniques, each with 5 levels of speed and intensity, you can say that this is a pretty basic chair recliner.

However, you can customize your massage fairly easily, combining the type of massages, area, duration, intensity, and speed.

The best feature? The two rows of reflexology rollers that are an acupressure wonder.

Pro tip: combine them with the calf air massage for the complete experience!

Summary: The Osaki 4000T massage chair offers a quality foot massage, plus other therapeutic functions.

17. Ogawa Refresh Plus Massage Chair

The Ogawa Refresh Plus is a quality chair that delivers a great air massage courtesy of 42 Second Generation airbags.

It looks good, but you can see the leg ports and the LED lights, so it pretty much stands out.

Besides, it’s a big, heavy chair and it doesn’t have a space-saving design, so you need to place it 10 inches away from a wall.

That said, the quad rollers feel quite life-like, and the two stages of zero gravity allow you to take the pressure off your spine, while also increasing the massage intensity in the lumbar area.

However, this chair featured an S-track so, although ergonomic and suited to your spine curvature; it can’t reach your thighs.

On the other hand, the vibrating seat feature tries to compensate for this disadvantage.

Another minus though is the absence of the 3D roller design which increases the massage pressure.

This isn’t so bad for general use purposes, but it might not suit people looking for a therapeutic chair.

Still, the Ogawa Refresh Plus has a good body scan technology and plenty of options.

There are 6 auto-programs and manual techniques such as Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Rolling, Clapping, plus the advanced Shiatsu and Swedish.

I liked that I could adjust the massage intensity and speed too, and I particularly enjoyed the spot and zone massage which allowed me to focus on certain sore spots.

There’s lumbar heat too, always a plus, but no calf heat and no way to control the heating temperature.

The body stretch function is pretty ok, but not really therapeutic like a Thai stretch or another sort of a firm stretch.

Besides, the Android tablet that comes instead of the usual remote has a learning curve because it doesn’t have an intuitive interface.

Summary: Feature-packed, the Ogawa Refresh Plus is better suited for hobbyist users instead of therapeutic purposes.

The Best Rated Massage Chairs for Petite Users

I’ve reviewed some great chairs up til now. But what if you’re a petite user? Are all of these accommodating? What would be more suitable?

The Top Massage Chair Models If You are Heavy and Tall

But what if you’re heavier and taller? Some chairs seem great at first glance until you read you have to be under 6’ to use them. Not with the:

Tips & Most Important Features to Consider When Buying a Massage Chair

Did  you know that average cost of massage in USA is about $60 per hour!!! It can get pricey!

The world of massage chairs is filled with specs and tech language, which might be quite difficult to navigate through.

But I hope this short buying guide below will help you with that.

Zero Gravity

Zero-gravity is inspired by NASA, and it’s a fairly popular feature, especially if the chair offers a long track design and 3D rollers.

Basically what it does is place you in a position where your legs are at the same level as your heart or higher, so the whole weight of your body is pressing on the rollers.

This increases the massage intensity and has many therapeutic purposes, like alleviating chronic back pain.

Some zero gravity massage chairs have one zero-G level, but the most performing ones keep lifting your legs in various positions.

The downside is that the higher you lift your legs, the intense the massage will feel, so it’s not for every novice user.

SL Track

The SL track design combines the benefits of the two types of design tracks.

The S-track is short, it can only reach your lower back, but it’s anatomically correct and therefore extremely comfortable and therapeutic.

The L-track is longer, making an L shape on your body.

The rollers can reach all the way down to your upper thigh, massaging your buttocks too.

The hybrid SL track is therefore ergonomic as well as long, allowing for a more comprehensive massage.

Airbags

Air compression massage is done via airbags or air cells which are supposed to mimic the tight grip of massage therapists that squeeze your muscles, release them for a bit and repeat the process.

This is supposed to relieve tension and promote relaxation.

Airbags are a safe way to rip the benefits of a compression massage, focusing on different body parts, including your arms, legs, back, and even the head area.

The air head massage is particularly interesting, with many benefits such as reduced anxiety, stress, better sleep and brain oxygenation, which in turn promotes good circulation.

But how many airbags should your chair have? More means a tighter grip and better compression massage, but higher power consumption and more noise.

So some brands decided to reduce the air bag number, but keep the same volume to solve these issues.

Space Saving Technology

Some massage recliners have a small footprint, but that’s not the same as having a space-saving design.

Instead, space-saving technology allows the chair to fully recline or extend without needing to be placed very far away from the wall.

Typically, a chair built with space-saving technology needs to be about 3 to 4 inches away from the wall.

A chair without this technology needs to be placed 30+ inches away from the wall.

It all depends on how much space you have in your home.

Body Scan Technology

It allows the chair to find any sore spots on your body and focus on them first.

Some chairs even allow you to stop and massage these tight areas for as long as you like.

But since computers aren’t always right, some massage recliners allow you to adjust the roller position manually.

This means you can use the remote and tell the chair where you want to be massaged and for how long.

The leg scanning technology is another thing to consider.

This tells the chair how tall you really are, by placing your feet on the ottoman and only allowing it to extend according to your height.

Apart from feeling more snug and comfortable, this improves the massage efficiency because you’re seating correctly in the chair, with your feet and legs aligned properly.

Warranty

Warranty is always important. While most chairs offer you a few years, the standard warranty for more expensive chairs can cover up to 10 years.

Some brands also allow you to buy an extended warranty that covers more benefits.

It’s also good to check out the various stipulations of your warranty.

Some warranties cover in-house repairs, while others don’t. Some warranties are longer for the frame, but cover the parts for less time.

It’s also wise to check who will pay the shipping costs if you need to send the chair to be fixed at another location.

Noise

Some chairs are plain noisy, but that might not bother you if you have Metallica blasting through your headphones.

This happens for various reasons, such as airbags, vibration or other features that make your chair shake and rattle.

Still, it’s wise to assume that no chair is completely silent but rather less noisy than others.

Music System

You might want a chair that offers a music system or at least Bluetooth or Mp3 compatibility.

This allows you to relax and play your favorite tunes, while also directing the noise better than regular speakers.

It’s also wise to have a built-in music system or at least a USB port to connect your phone if your chair has a Music Sync feature, where it syncs the massage pace to the music.

However, this might not be a make or break feature, especially if you’re looking for an affordable massage chair recliner.

Heat

Heat therapy allows sore, tense muscles to relax, which in turn promotes pain relief and improves blood circulation (blood flow).

Heat therapy is important for people who are looking to buy a electric full body shiatsu massage chair for medicinal purposes.

Some chairs feature lumbar heat, which focuses on your lower back, while others also provide calf heat to improve calf massage and reduce edemas.

But we’ve seen above chairs that feature shoulder heat pads, which are great for people who are working a lot on their computers.

Other chairs don’t have heat therapy per se, but they do use warm massage rollers, which make the massage feel more relaxing and life-like.

Body Stretching

While body stretching is difficult to achieve with an L-track, this might only matter to you if you’re looking for a therapeutic body stretch.

In this case, look for chairs that offer firm body stretches, like the Thai technique.

Otherwise, you might just want a regular, relaxing body stretch, to help you unwind after a hard day’s work, but with few therapeutic benefits.

Airbag Massage Intensity Adjustment

This is important because compression massage might feel too powerful for some people.

If you don’t particularly enjoy being squeezed or having your midsection swiveled with airbags, make sure you can adjust the airbag massage intensity, or at least the speed.

Foot Rollers

It offer a deeper massage, but not all chairs have these.

They’re used for scraping and massaging your sole, offering a more vigorous massage, which has therapeutic benefits.

Apart from easing arthritis pain (pain relief), it can also provide spinal correction.

Memory Settings

If there are more people in your house using the chair, memory settings allow each of you to personalize the massages you prefer.

Even if it’s just you, you might want to make different massage settings according to your lifestyle, for when you’re waking up or coming back from work.

This avoids spending time tweaking the shiatsu massage chair, but it’s not a basic feature so the chair might cost more.

Remote Control

I like easy to use, intuitive remote controls, whether they’re classic, touch screen, via an app, etc.

However, if your chair has a lot of options, a learning curve might be expected. In this case, make sure you read the user manual and don’t get discouraged from the start.

Where  Chair Are Made

Most chairs are made in China and some in Japan because the parts and craftsmanship are more affordable there.

However, that doesn’t mean they’re of bad quality because brands need to pass some well-established quality control tests – take the Infinity massage chairs for example, which are renowned as top quality but made in China.

Besides, the warranty shows how reliable a chair is and how long it’s going to last.

But if you want a chair that’s designed and manufactured in the US, you can choose the Luraco i7 Plus.

Do you know that nearly 10% of all home owners in Japan own a shiatsu massage chair (link)

Health Monitoring System

Luraco i7 Plus is a medical massage chair that uses patented integrated health monitoring features which allow you to measure your blood pressure and heart rate.

This should tell you if the massage intensity is good or if the massage is relaxing you at all.

It’s great to have such a system especially for people suffering from high blood pressure who use high-impact features like Inversion Therapy, which places you upside down.

Other chairs offer a diagnostic app to help you choose the perfect program for a specific medical condition, to make sure you’re ripping all the therapeutic benefits of that chair.

How Easy It Is to Set Up and Assemble

Some chairs offer curbside delivery, so you want to make sure you have someone helping you carry the chair inside and assemble it.

These brands also offer white glove delivery for an extra fee.

The chances are that more expensive chair have free white glove delivery, though, so someone can help you set the chair up and assemble it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Now that you know all about shiatsu chair specs, let’s clarify some frequently asked questions:

Final Words on Best Massage Chairs

What’s the best massage chair? I vote for the Luraco i7 Plus, with its stylish, feature-packed design and minimal disadvantages.

But what will you get after reading my massage chair review? Decide for yourself!

I’ve reviewed plenty of massage chairs here, for different budgets and purposes. Let’s talk in the comments below and let me know which one of the best massage chairs you are gonna get for a perfect massage session!

 

If you know me and follow my site, you probably know that I rated Luraco massage chair i7 (now upgraded to i7 PLUS model) is the best massage chair in 2019.

You will discover why (below)!

luraco Technologies is USA company based in Dallas, Texas.

American is not the only country that produce high quality products, but in this case USA made Luraco massage chair is quality product with assembly in USA. Having US based customer service support is also a plus for Luraco Technologies.

And according to my research and experience, most people who are looking for a top of the line massage chair must choose between great chairs such as the Luraco iRobotics i7 and the Human Touch Novo XT2.

But I feel that the best option is the first, which is why this article is about the Luraco iRobotics i7 Massage Chair review & comparison with similar products.

Curious yet? Read along.

About Luraco iRobotics i7 Zero Gravity Massage Chair

The LuracoiRobotics i7 massage chair is a quality product, a genuine leather chair that’s entirely designed and made in the USA, though some parts are imported from Taiwan.

This is a mark of its reliability, especially since you can trust in the quality and craftsmanship of the Luraco i7.

Besides, you can also trust it’s made for American users, considering it can fit people up to 6’7” and 300 pounds.

Besides, this medical massage chair recliners especially suitable for therapeutic purposes, with plenty of options to suit your every need. It’s also quiet, easy to use and comes with an impressive 5 year manufacturers warranty – but more of that below.

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General Features of Luraco i7 Massage Chair

Without further ado, let’s see what the Luraco massage chair can do:

Body Scan Technology

The Luraco i7 features an S-track, meaning that the chair can accommodate your spine, curving and fitting its anatomical shape, so that the rollers can cover the entire area of your back.

Although this is the industry standard and with plenty of benefits that stem from its ergonomic shape, it would have been better to see a longer L-track that can get up to your buttocks.

Still, the back massage offered by the Luraco i7 is well improved by the 3D body scan technology this chair uses.

This means the chair will scan your back before starting a massage so that the rollers are adjusted according to your sore spots.

And if the computer happens to miss something, the good news is that you can manually adjust these rollers yourself, with the easy-to-use remote.

All massage touch surfaces (Head, Arms, Shoulders, and Feet).

Blood Pressure and Heart Rate Monitor

This patent-pending healthcare device that comes along with this 3d robotic massage chair is one of the patented features of the i7.

While there are some good massage chairs on the market with plenty of therapeutic functions, it’s a good idea to monitor your heart rate and blood-pressure to make sure you’re getting an adequate massage.

Apart from checking how efficient the massage chair is, these health monitors also help keep your blood pressure under control.

If you have a medical condition, if you’re pregnant or you’re recovering from surgery, it’s a good idea to avoid strenuous massages.

Heat Therapy

Massage chair offers full body heat, according to the official specifications, though that seems like a stretch.

Still, it’s one of the best heat therapy functions I’ve seen in quite a while, considering there’s heat for the lower back, seat and foot wells.

Heat therapy mimics a hot stone massage, with many important benefits, such as unwinding sore muscles, reducing pain and therefore making the whole massage feel more life-like and efficient.

But what’s even better with the i7 irobotics is that you can adjust the temperature!

This is a pretty unique feature; most of the chairs that boast heat therapy don’t allow temperature control, least of all with 5 different intensity levels.

3D Massage Roller Technology

The massage roller technology improves your massage experience by far.

Firstly, it’s good to know that S-track massage chairs don’t usually offer a very deep tissue massage – in fact, L-track chairs are famed for their vigorous massages.

But with 3D technology, the Luraco chair has rollers that can move up and down, left and right, in and out.

The rollers have extension arms that travel up to 3 inches away from the massage track, getting you a penetrating massage.

And if you select the maximum levels of intensity, this feels almost like a deep tissue massage, with all its benefits like reducing chronic pain and improving blood circulation, relaxing you and helping you fall asleep faster.

Double Foot Rollers

The foot massage rollers enhance your foot massage by far, and the Luraco i7 is famed for offering amazing foot massages.

Dual foot rollers make the massage feel more intense than quad rollers because they provide deeper, more aggressive massages.

Quad rollers have 4 rollers instead of 2, which cover a bigger surface.

Rollers are instead better for deep, localized massages, considering they cover a smaller surface.

Still, double rollers will massage your entire foot, including your heel area, which is great news for people suffering from plantar fasciitis.

Otherwise, you can also reduce arch pain, arthritis pain or simple discomfort after a night dancing or a day spent on your feet.

9 Automatic Programs

Luraco i7 is a feature-packed chair, with plenty of massage options you can combine for the deep relaxation and pain relief.

As such, the chair offers some basic massage techniques, like Kneading, Tapping, Kneading and Tapping, plus the more advanced Rolling, Swedish, and Shiatsu.

You can also selectively activate the body region you want the rollers to focus on, from the head and neck to your shoulders, upper back, lower back, and feet.

There are even 6 different intensity levels, so you can further customize your massage experience.

The 9 pre-programmed manual massages include the therapeutic Health, the relaxing Soft, the Quick option for people who only have a few minutes, the Night program to help you sleep, the Sport option for active people, Tapping to help you unwind and relieve pain, plus Stretch and TV Mode, which are the best IMHO.

The body stretch program is quite intense, much like a chiropractic adjustment that helps take the pressure off your compressed spinal discs, which cause chronic back pain.

However, if it’s too much for you, try some heat therapy first.

Secondly, the TV mode is great for people who want to benefit from a relaxing massage while binge-watching Netflix.

The chair will recline, and the massage isn’t so intense, so you can also focus on the TV.

Your Music System

The music system is definitely not the best I’ve seen on the market because it’s not that easy to use.

So although you have good MP3 support, you need an SD card first to copy your favorite songs, then insert that into the chair.

Basically, you can’t browse or change your playlist during your massage, so Bluetooth or USB support would have been better.

Touch Screen Remote Control

As you’ve read above, the Luraco features tons of options and customized features.

It even offers 5 personal user memory settings to customize your massage settings and remember your preferences.

Which is why it’s such a good thing to have an easy-to-use, intuitive remote control.

Its widescreen makes the writing easy to read; the colors don’t hurt your eyes and make navigation easy.

Besides, you can even give the Luraco some commands, and it has a voice response, so you’re always in the loop when it comes to the massages you’re getting.

Plus, the user manual is easy to read. Kudos to the design team!

100 Airbags

Well, there aren’t exactly 100 airbags, but close to that: 80 Second Generation air cells are still pretty much, so your whole body will be covered from your head to your toes.

Airbag massages are very therapeutic. The air cells will compress your body before quickly releasing the muscles, which is much like what a human chiropractor would do.

The purpose of these compressions is to improve blood circulation and to relieve muscle pain, while also inducing a deep sense of relaxation.

The airbag body massage offered by the Luraco i7 can be customized according to preferred body areas: head, upper arms, shoulders, lower arms, hands, hips and thighs, calves and feet. Besides, you also have five intensity levels.

Infinity IT-8500 vs. Luraco iRobotics 7

The Infinity IT-8500 is a great zero gravity massage chair recliner in the under $5500 category, with plenty of options that make it a good alternative to the Luraco i7.

In terms of similarities, both chairs sport an S-track design, a firm body stretch, and 3D body scan.

However, the IT-8500 boasts two zero gravity seating positions, while the Luraco has just one.

Zero gravity means that your legs will be elevated a bit, so they’re higher than your heart level, which basically takes all the pressure off from your spine.

Apart from being very comfortable, and a good way to improve chronic pain, this also means that you’ll be getting a vigorous massage.

The IT-8500 elevates your legs in two different positions: one at about the same level as your heart and the other one a bit higher.

In terms of massage techniques, the two chairs are fairly similar. The IT-8500 offers Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Knocking, Dual Action, and Shiatsu.

On the other hand, the IT-8500 only boasts 4 pre-programmed massages, with no way to adjust the massage intensity and a fairly vigorous deep tissue option.

The Spot Massage Function is an excellent option with the Infinity IT-8500.

This means you can have the rollers stop on a pressure point and massage around it until you tell them to keep going.

But the IT-8500 features a gloating partial massage so that you can begin partial massage modes too.

Conversely, the IT-8500 offers a poorer air massage mode, with just 38 Second Generation air cells, and fewer areas you can concentrate on, though this massage mode offers 5 intensity levels.

You also get just lumbar heat with the IT-8500, while the Luraco i7 offers extensive heat therapy.

The IT-8500 shines through the gentle Twist stretching function which complements the firm Stretch function, twisting your spine a bit more gently to get the benefits of a chiropractic spinal adjustment.

Inversion therapy is another reason why the IT-8500 can seem better, reclining you upside down so you can improve your lymphatic fluid circulation.

Besides, the IT-8500 features a better music system, via a USB port, but you still need to load music on a jump drive.

The downside is that the IT-8500 can only accommodate a user height of up to 6’4”, while the Luraco can go up to 6’7”.

Next Generation: Luraco I7 PLUS Massage Chair (New Features + Benefits)

The LuracoiRobotics i7 Plus massage chair comes with some significant improvements, which shows user-friendliness and Luraco’s concern with the users’ experience, like the fact that’s UL-listed.

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Where to Buy

The first place that comes to mind is the Luraco website, considering it’s a trustworthy source, as well as other offline stores that might offer various deals, plus good shipping options.

Luraco is a trustworthy place for returns and good delivery options too – you might even get a good deal for white glove delivery and home setup.

On the other hand, you can also try Amazon. This website is reliable when it comes to warranties, free shipping, and returns.

The best thing is that you can read more customer reviews and maybe get a bargain price.

There are some other great chairs such as Inada Dreamwave, Medical Breakthrough (have some doubts about this one – read my review), Panasonic Chairs,  Human Touch (read here) but I am positive that this chair is a real winner here.

Final Thoughts on Luraco Irobotics 7 Massage Chair

The Luraco i7 Massage Chair is a therapeutic chair, built in the USA, so it’s durable, user-friendly and therapeutic.

Did you know that a 60-minute massage has the same effect on your body as a full night of sleep?

But with so many massage chairs sold every year, you should make sure you choose one that can actually provide this relaxing effect.

The good news: we have the best Brookstone massage chair reviews below, that can provide relief, energize and relax you courtesy of the best massage programs.

But the paradox of choice is a real thing: the more options we have, the more difficult it is to choose something we like.

Hopefully, our Brookstone massage chair comparison will help you make the best choice.

Even if some of these chairs have been discontinued by Brookstone, you might still find them on other websites.

Still, in case you can’t find them, we’re providing some top alternatives below, so read along!

About Brookstone Company

Brookstone is a reputable company that started in the ‘60s. Brookstone Inc. quickly became successful, evolving from a small company that advertised their business in the classifieds to a real retail mammoth and an American icon.

Among their wide range of products, Brookstone also retails massage chairs, all of which are manufactured in China.

That’s why many massage chairs are priced well, but they’re also quality products, meaning they’re functional but don’t have any truly exceptional features.

Most online reviewers never complain about the basic functions or operation of the Brookstone massage chairs, which are pretty good.

However, they do complain about day shipping or delivery issues depending on where they made the purchase.

Keep in mind that there are only few other reliable brands in the current market worth considering such as: Infinity (link), Human Touch (link), Brookstone (link), Titan Massage Chair (Osaki is the same company)

Best Brookstone Massage Chair Review (Models & Alternatives)

The Brookstone massage chairs are all quality products, with plenty of massage options, but we’re also providing comparisons with some top alternatives.

The Energize 3D Massage Chair

This model is one of the high-end zero gravity massage chairs in the Brookstone brand, with a plethora of features that recommend it as the best.

Just like all the other models reviewed here, it’s a quality chair, though it’s more lightweight than similarly-priced chairs.

Among the features that recommend it, you get the Energize 3D sports Bluetooth speakers and MP3 support that is otherwise lacking from more affordable Brookstone chairs.

The L-Track massage is long, and it’s combined with 3D quad rollers, body scanning, zero-gravity, and quality air massage.

There are 62 airbags in the Energize 3D, which has 14 built-in massage programs, including zone and spot functions.

The main massage techniques you can benefit from are Kneading, Tapping, Rolling, Clapping, Thai, and Shiatsu.

The Energize 3D chair features a space-saving design, controls for the air massage intensity and rollers, but doesn’t have temperature control.

Summary: The flagship model of the Brookstone brand, the Energize 3D has the most functions and advantages in this line.

The Alternative – Human Touch Novo XT

Human Touch Novo XT is another high-end massage chair, promising a customizable, life-like experience thanks to advanced massage features.

With a space-saving design and certified by chiropractors, the Novo XT offers good therapeutic benefits.

Much like the Energize 3D, this massage chair offers L-track massage, but some users complain that the track can’t reach all the way to their hamstrings.

Other similar features are zero-gravity, foot-and-calf massage, albeit the rollers are a bit intense and full body stretch.

Conversely, the Novo XT offers just lumbar heat, no body scan, features 36 airbags, and its Bluetooth music system is not nearly as good.

However, it has 35 included massage programs to help ease the pain of sciatica, arthritis and other chronic pain, plus a 5-year warranty, as opposed to just 2 years for the Energizer 3D. Read out post here for more Human Touch chair reviews.

The Alternative – Luraco i7 Plus

Another high-end alternative is Luraco i7 Plus, with the advantaged of being manufactured in the USA. It is in all of my research is the best zero gravity massage chair right now!

The Luraco i7 Plus seems better suited for relaxation and has a few similar features with the Novo XT, such as 5 levels of massage intensity, zero gravity, and 5-year warranty.

Both the Luraco i7 Plus and the Novo XT are heavier than the Energizer 3D and have a poorer music system.

Unlike the Novo XT, the Luraco i7 plus has a memory option on the remote control, includes body scan, offers heat therapy for the lumbar area plus the feet and calves.

On the other hand, the Luraco i7 Plus doesn’t have an L-track, and it’s also quite bulky.

The Renew 2 3D Massage Chair

The Renew 2 3D massage chair is the new and improved version of the Renew 3D, but we’re not so sure on the improvement part.

With similar functionalities, the Renew 2 3D features 8 auto-programs and 5 massage techniques, including Kneading, Tapping, Kneading & Tapping, Rolling, Shiatsu.

There are 42 included airbags which offer a quality air massage.

We love the stellar body stretch and zero-gravity, while we can only appreciate the design of the Renew 2 as modern.

Other features include lumbar heat, L-track massage, and a 2-year warranty.

The remote is easy to use, which shows user-friendliness, but the chair is bulkier than the Energizer 3D.

Summary: The Renew 2 3D is a great chair to reduce back pain and offer stress relief.

Summary: The Renew 3D is our top choice for a foot massage, but it’s a pretty basic chair.

Rock & Recline

The most affordable massage chair model so far, the Rock & Recline is a small chair that does as its name suggests: it rocks, and it reclines.

A compact, affordable and lightweight chair, the Rock & Recline is not suited for tall or broad-shouldered people.

Besides, it only has a 1-year warranty as opposed to the other models here.

This entry-level chair sports a lot of features that its more expensive counterparts have, such as the L-track design and lumbar heat, though there’s no heat control.

The quad rollers give a vigorous massage, but they’re not 3D.

There are 4 built-in programs, zone massage mode, and target massage.

In fact, you can interrupt an ongoing program to keep the rollers focused on a sore spot, which is great.

The massage techniques used are Shiatsu, Tapping, Rolling, but keep in mind that the zone massage mode is a limited feature.

Moreover, there are no airbags, no zero-gravity, and you can’t adjust the massage intensity or duration.

Summary: The Rock & Recline massage chair is a basic, affordable model, which gives a quality massage. Don’t forget that it’s the only one that rocks!

The Alternative - Kahuna LM 6800

The Kahuna LM 6800 is a good alternative for the Rock & Recline too, considering they’re in the same price range.

In fact, the Kahuna could be considered a lot better with the one disadvantage that it can’t rock.

Other than that, the Kahuna is FDA-certified, it has two more built-in programs and 3 stages of zero gravity.

While the Rock & Recline has no body stretch option, the Kahuna excels in this regard, especially thanks to the yoga stretch program.

Besides, the Kahuna uses the space-saving technology, unlike the Rock & Recline, although you can’t really complain considering the R&R is pretty compact.

The Kahuna can also accommodate people with larger body types and offers both lumbar and calf-and-feet heat.

Another advantage is that the Kahuna offers two more massage techniques: Kneading and Kneading& Tapping.

Brookstone Signature

Brookstone Signature is a product launched in partnership with the reputable Japanese firm Inada.

It’s no wonder that this chair’s best feature is the Shiatsu massage you can get.

To make this happen, the body-scanning technology used comes with a surprise: the automatic Shiatsu point detection.

Another advantage is the 76 air cells that cover your whole body for a complete air massage.

There are 18 pre-programmed sessions, 4 more than the Energizer 3D has to offer, but the best one is by far the Twist, which uses chiropractic moves to ease lower body pain like sciatica.

This chair is versatile and can fit athletes and regular people alike, but its massages are quite vigorous.

Its best feature is the OCTET® dual-mechanism massage system with two 3D rollers that give the best neck massage, much like that of a Shiatsu master.

Besides, the rollers’ intensity can be adjusted so that you can get a deep tissue massage.

Summary: The Brookstone Signature is the best chair to get if you don’t want to hire a personal Shiatsu therapist.

Brookstone Recover 3D Zero Gravity Massage Chair

The Brookstone Recover 3D is the best choice for therapeutic massages, especially if you’re in a hurry because you can get the full body massage in 6 minutes, with the zero-gravity option.

Just like the Energizer 3D, the Recover 3D has 14 built-in massage sessions to twist, flex, energize, soothe, extend and stretch.

The body scan option delivers a personalized massage, and you can target your whole body.

Hint: the neck and stress relief massages are the best.

There are night and day programs, as well as specific massage techniques like Clapping, Rolling and Kneading, or the most advanced Thai and Shiatsu.

With 50 powerful air nodules, an L-track system and 3D massage rollers, you can ease chronic pain and improve circulation.

Another benefit is shoulder width adjustment, and you also get heat therapy for your back, legs, and feet.

However, the return fees are pretty high, and the 2-year limited warranty could be better, though you can buy the 3-year service repair plan.

Summary: The Brookstone Recover 3D is better suited for therapeutic purposes, and it’s highly customizable.

Brookstone ReActMassage Chair

The Brookstone ReAct is another basic massage chair in the Brookstone portfolio.

The best features it has are the deep-kneading Shiatsu massage nodes that have a quite therapeutic effect on soring muscles.

The L-track design helps you get a full-body massage, but there are just 2 built-in programs: full body and back.

Although this chair features lumbar heat, it’s not the most stellar heat therapy on the market.

On the other hand, we love the compact design, easy to use control panel and neck support pillow.

Even if this chair is lightweight and can fit in any room in your home, it can’t fit all body types.

Tall people, especially those taller than 6’, don’t get the full benefits of the neck massage.

Summary: The Brookstone ReAct is a good massage chair for sore muscles, especially thanks to the Shiatsu technique.

Conclusion on Brookstone Massage Chairs

Not all Brookstone chairs are available on the market now, and that’s why we aimed to offer you valuable alternatives.

While the best option from Brookstone is the Energize 3D because it has the fewest disadvantages, all Brookstone chairs are good for their purposes.

For instance, the Energize 3D is a versatile chair that can be used for therapeutic and stress-reducing purposes, while the Renew 2 3D excels at its air massage.

On the other hand, the Kahuna 6800 is the most feature-packed massage chair in the low price range.

The Novo XT and Luraco i7 Plus can compete in the high-end range, with more built-in programs, incorporated music system, and better warranties than the Kahuna. As an alternative the TOP brand to consider as well (especially their all time best sellers such as 8500 and 8500x3) is Infinity therapeutic.

That said, which Brookstone massage chair will you want to buy and why? Which of the Brookstone alternatives did you like best? Let me know!

Tell me if this is you: you want to rip all the benefits of a great massage, you’ve read a bit about massage chairs, and everyone keeps bragging about the Inada DreamWave massage chair.

But simply reading its enumerated features might not mean much to you, right? Luckily, I want to fix all that.

I’ll discuss all of Inada DreamWave’s features in terms of pros and cons, benefits and disadvantages.

I’ll also compare this back massage chair with its top contender (below)

Inada DreamWave Massage Chair Features

The DreamWave is good  massage chair, but there are better alternatives out there!

S-Track Design

The DreamWave is one of the best chairs on the market (it use to be the best around 5 years ago but now, in 2019, not necessarily the best chair), so it’s surprising that it only features an S-track.

While the S-track has some definite benefits, it’s only the industry standard, and an L-track or a hybrid track is deemed better by some reviewers.

Still, I think there are certain advantages to having an S-track, such as the fact that it follows the S-curve of your spine, making this an ergonomic chair that can touch every sore point on your back, from the neck all the way to your lower back.

Chairs with S-tracks are also better when it comes to full-body stretches, getting your spine in a more comfortable position.

The quad rollers deliver a good, strong massage, yet not as vigorous as that delivered by L-track chairs, which can be a great thing if you’re a hobbyist user or have chronic pain.

Not a Zero Gravity Massage Chair

The Inada DreamWave massage chair does not have zero-gravity feature.

If you’re not sure what this means, zero-gravity is a feature inspired by NASA – you know the way astronauts train and sleep in zero gravity simulated environments.

Well, the zero-G chairs will lift up your knees above your heart level, so all your weight is supported by the rollers.

This way you can get a very deep massage, which complements the S-track design nicely.

The benefits of zero-G are plentiful. You can get more relaxed (deep relaxation), unwind sore muscles faster but also alleviate chronic spinal pain.

In fact, zero-G massages are a great tool to recover after surgery or bed rest, provided you get your doctor’s ok.

So, if you are looking for Zero gravity Feature, take a look at other models such as Luraco i7 Plus (reviewed here)

3D Body Scan

The majority of high-end massage chairs offer a reliable 3D body scanning technology.

This means the computer will find out where your sore spots and pressure points are, adjusting the rollers so that you get a more satisfying massage.

But the best thing about the DreamWave massage chair is that you can adjust the roller position manually, and also adjust the width of the massage area.

That way, you can focus on sore spots and alleviate pain faster or release, melt away muscle soreness.

Full Body Stretch Function

The body-stretch function offered by the DreamWave massage chair is great and features a lot of therapeutic benefits.

This is a pre-programmed massage option you can easily find with your remote, and it’s the preferred option of many chronic pain sufferers.

In fact, it’s so good that I felt my back pain disappear almost immediately.

And here’s why. Spinal disc compression is the top most common cause of chronic back pain.

This massage chair uses airbags to stretch your body in a gentle, yet firm way, meanwhile reclining it so that your weight is supported by the massage chair and not your spine.

Another benefit of this body stretch is that your blood circulation is well improved, which is great if you have high blood pressure.

Besides, the full body stretch offered by the DreamWave feels very life-like, much like a visit to the chiropractor.

Full Arm Massage

The DreamWave offers a comprehensive full body massage, including a full-arm massage.

This is something you don’t see every day, with 20 air cells that cover the entire surface of your arms, from the shoulders and upper arms to your forearms, hands, and fingers.

This is a great way to alleviate joint pain, considering that the air cells will compress your arms then immediately release them – imagine how great this feels to your fingers if you have arthritis.

It’s also a great feature if you’re into bodybuilding or strength training and want to alleviate sore muscles.

But this massage also has other therapeutic benefits, like improving circulation and reducing blood pressure. Plus, it’s quite relaxing to focus on your shoulders!

Air Massage Feature

The DreamWave doesn’t just offer an airbag massage for your arms – it’s for your whole body, and it’s amazing.

The first reason is that it uses a mind-boggling number of Second Generation airbags: 101, which is way more than any other similar massage chair on the market can do.

These air cells provide soothing rhythmic motions that squeeze your muscles then immediately release them to feel much like what a chiropractor does.

The purpose is to decrease pain, improve circulation and relax you.

But there’s another “culprit” for this terrific air massage: the fact that it customizes each of massage sessions.

So you can adjust the air pressure, massage duration and even select which body part you want the cmassage hair to focus on.

You can get a full0body massage, or simply choose to have your seat, foot or arms taken care of.

The Calf, Foot and Sole Massage

The calf and foot massage offered by the DreamWave is like a true dream wave.

We already talked about the benefits of airbag massage and what this chair’s rollers can do.

Now imagine you combine both of these for your feet. This sort of massage entails plenty of benefits.

If you have runners foot or joint pain, if you’re just coming back from a hike or a day wearing high-heels, this is definitely a massage that will make your pain go away.

It’s also relaxing and can reduce high blood pressure, by improving blood circulation, so it’s a good massage to have after a day flying, if you’re constantly sitting down or if you’re recovering from bed rest.

Besides, the ottoman can easily be extended so that the DreamWave can offer all these benefits to taller users too, up to 6’5”.

This is a pretty unique feature among massage chairs, unfortunately, so kudos to Inada for making such a user-friendly massage chair!

Infrared Back and Seat Heat

Back and seat heat is a terrific feature, considering that most chairs that feature heat therapy only offer lumbar heat.

But the Inada can offer heat therapy both for your back and your seat area, which reduces chronic pain, unwinds the muscles and makes the massage more effective.

Besides, warm rollers actually feel more life-like. I also loved the level of control I had with this massage chair in regards to heat therapy.

I could adjust the heat just for my back or just for the seat, or for both at the same time.

Being able to customize your massage experience like that is really user-friendly.

Chair Program for Younger Users

Do you remember ever being a teenager? I do too.

High-school life filled with stress and anxiety, plus the pressure of becoming a young adult and the need to assert your independence. And on top of that: growth pain to make your life sweeter.

Luckily, the DreamWave features a youth program that accommodates people over 14.

This program is a bit milder, but it reduces stress, decreases daily fatigue and muscle pain.

Besides, another advantage is that this massage chair can be used by people with a petite frame too, even if they’re not doing the Youth Program.

Proprietary Hip and Thigh Massage

The DreamWave has a unique feature you won’t find anywhere else: the Iliotibial band massage.

This band focuses on your hips and thighs, which are fairly large muscles.

If you’re a runner or if you have chronic pain in this area, including sciatica, you will feel instant relief.

Another great thing about this is that you can adjust the massage pressure yourself so that you can get either a gentle massage or a firmer one, depending on your needs.

Advanced Remote Сontrol

Before talking to you about the remote, let me just say a quick thing about the massage options offered by DreamWave: there are a lot of those!

This chair aims to address all its users, without leaving anyone behind.

That’s why it features 16 pre-programmed massage options, plus 6 massage techniques that include Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Double Knead, Human Hands and Shiatsu.

Some of these options feature adjustments for the massage speed, intensity, duration or width, which you can operate with the remote.

And that’s why it helps to have an organized remote control to help you customize your massage.

However, the remote, albeit logical and well-designed, has a bit of a learning curve because let’s face it, there are a lot of options.

So this means that you can enjoy a quality massage as soon as you have the chair installed, but it will take you a bit to customize it to perfection.

DreamWave chairs are made of synthetic leather and comes in a few colors: brown, black, dark brown, TruBlack and red.

Pros & Cons of the Inada DreamWave Massage Chair

So what’s the bottom line?

Inada Sogno DreamWave vs. Inada DreamWave

This is something that needs clearing up.

The Inada Sogno DreamWave was the first version of the DreamWave, but the company retired it in 2015.

The chair was remodeled and rebranded as the Inada DreamWave.

As such, there are just a few differences between the original and the current version.

The Sogno DreamWave used first generation airbags instead of second-generation airbags, which are less effective.

You also couldn’t adjust the massage duration, which was much shorter, and the heating system was only focused on your lumbar area.

Otherwise, the Sogno DreamWave has most of the same features, like a wide array of massage options and techniques, the Youth Program and a great stretch function.

INADA DreamWave Vs. Luraco i7 PLUS (Best Alternative)

There are some similarities between these two chairs, as well as some differences.

Firstly, the Luraco i7 Plus features an S-track, one zero-G seating position, and offers body scanning just like the Inada DreamWave massage chair.

A first difference is that the Luraco i7 Plus features the 3D/ 4D massage technology, with rollers that move up and down, left and right, as well as in and out, providing an inward motion and outward up to 3 inches from the track.

This will give you a more penetrating, deep tissue massage so that you can alleviate chronic pain or muscle soreness faster.

In terms of options, these chairs are quite similar, though the Luraco offers the advanced Swedish technique and the DreamWave boasts the Human Touch technique.

In turn, the Luraco only has 9 pre-programmed massages, but one of these options is the TV Mode, which reclines you so you can watch TV comfortably while getting massaged.

These embracing air cells provide soothing massages, and you can also adjust the body part where you want the airbag massage, as well as the intensity level.

Besides, Luraco’s full body-stretch is more aggressive than that offered by the Inada DreamWave.

Otherwise, Luraco offers better heat therapy, with extensive heat even for your footwells.

Combine that with dual rollers, and you get one of the best foot massages you can think of, especially if you’re working on your feet all day long.

Why Luraco i7 Plus Has More Advantages?

Up until now, you can see that Luraco and Inada DreamWave are pretty similar, with advantages that compensate their disadvantages.

However, the Luraco i7 Plus has more things up its sleeve:

About the Company

Inada is a Japan-based brand with a great reputation because it has accustomed its users with quality products, stellar designs, and craftsmanship, as well as great customer support.

Family Inada has decades of experience, activating on the market since 1962 with the explicit purpose of becoming an industry leader and of helping people improve their health.

Inada is a specialized massage chair manufacturer, with 14 massage chair models apart from the discontinued ones you can still find on other websites.

Inada is one of the few leading brands you can trust in the massage chair space. Othe brands include: Medical Breakthrough (even though not completely clear about their origins and testimonies), Panasonic Chairs, Titan / Osaki Brand (reviewed here), Brookstone Brand (seems to be discontinued many models now), Infinity (reviewed here), Human Touch (link to my review).

Warranty & Support

The Inada DreamWave massage chairs offer a 3-year limited warranty for repair and replacement, with on-site service.

If you want a better deal, you can always purchase the 5-year extended warranty.

Safe Shipping Guarantee

Inada offers free white glove delivery, free shipping and free return shipping in case you don’t like this chair.

However, buyers are the one responsible for the chair’s safe return, so you’re liable in case the chair gets damaged or lost on its way back to Inada.

As such, if you’re shipping company offers insurance, you’d better take it.

Where to Buy

One great place to start is the Inada website, where you can find free white glove delivery and shipping.

On the other hand, if the price seems a bit too much for you, you can also try Amazon.

They’re a trustworthy site plus you can get a few holiday discounts if you choose the right time to buy this chair.

Even if you won’t get white glove delivery, Amazon’s shipping service is still fairly good., and you can also get decent used massage chairs, plus get a chance to read the users’ reviews.

Our Final Conclusion on DreamWave Shiatsu Massage Chair

Dr. Oz, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, or Dr. Brent Bauer from Mayo Clinic are just a few of the medical practitioners and pain specialists who support the Medical Breakthrough brand with documented research.

And they have a point because this brand manufactures some of the top medical massage recliners on the market.

I consulted experts and came up with this massage chair review of the Medical Breakthrough massage chairs.

We’ll offer you chair comparisons, pros, and cons; we’ll even provide alternatives!

This is the most comprehensive Medical Breakthrough buying guide  for 2018 /2019!

About Medical Breakthrough Massage Chair Company

Medical Breakthrough is a reputable brand that sells top quality massage chairs, supported by top MDs, some of which are involved in the design process too.

The Medical Breakthrough massage recliners are truly therapeutic, built to improve certain medical conditions, as well as to relax and relieve stress.

With free shipping, no sales tax in 49 states and great warranties, this brand was started by chiropractic practitioners with 36 years of massaging experience.

Although not extremely affordable, the Medical Breakthrough chairs are definitely well-made and don’t miss key features of cheaply priced chairs that compromise quality.

Best Medical Breakthrough Massage Chairs & Alternatives

Without further ado, let’s see what some of the best Medical Breakthrough chairs and alternatives are below.

Medical Breakthrough 6 Massage Chair Recliner

The Medical Breakthrough 6 Massage Chair has a foolproof therapeutic design, with over 25 doctors, chiropractors, and surgeons participating in its manufacturing.

As such, it features plenty of techniques such as Japanese 3D neck and shoulder massage, Turkish Treatment, Greek Stress Relief, the deep tissue treatment from Indonesia, New Delhi Yoga, Swedish airbag massage technique and Hawaiian sleep therapy, plus a few ancient massages from the Romans and the Egyptians.

Another therapeutic bonus is the medical body scan, so you know this chair will find your sore spot correctly.

Zero gravity helps take pressure off your spine so you can be more relaxed, but plenty of chairs have this feature.

The 3D L-track can be considered a unique advantage, considering that the shoulder to glute massage is quite vigorous.

This deep tissue massage chair comes with free shipping and no hidden fees, as well as a 3-year warranty.

It’s a quiet chair, with adjustable leg extensions, and a built-in Bluetooth connection.

But its best features are hands-down the intense lower back rollers, hip twist, heat therapy, and reflexology massage.

Summary: The Medical Breakthrough 6 is a foolproof therapeutic chair, but it lacks certain user-friendly advantages like a memory function.

Best Alternative Infinity IT 8500

The first difference between the IT-8500 and the Medical Breakthrough 6 is the track design.

While the IT-8500 features an S-track that, albeit ergonomic, stops around your waist area, the Breakthrough 6 offers a superior L-track that can get to your glutes.

However, the quad rollers fix this problem a little.

The IT-8500 also offers a 3D body scan, air massage, and lumbar heat, but two different zero-G positions.

You also have plenty of options with this model, but there are just the usual massage chair techniques, like Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Percussion, Dual Action, and Shiatsu.

By comparison, the Medical Breakthrough 6 offers more therapeutic options.

Another advantage of the IT-8500 over the MB 6 is the zone massage function that allows you to keep the rollers on a tight spot as much as you want to.

Both chairs offer a body stretch, but the Yoga Stretch featured by the MB6 is more relaxing, while the one offered by the IT 8500 is quite vigorous.

Both chairs feature users body twist plus calf and foot massage, but the IT 8500 has one advantage: the inversion therapy that improves circulation.

Besides, while both offer a Bluetooth connection, the IT 8500 has an optional app control designed to provide easier control than that of a remote.

Summary: The IT 8500 has fewer therapeutic functions than the MB 6, but compensates through inversion therapy and 2 zero-G positions.

Medical Breakthrough Vending 5 Massage Chair

With free shipping and 3-year warranty, the Vending 5 is a military-grade, heavy-duty massage chair that accepts various bills and credit cards, featuring a user-friendly interface.

Just like the MB6, it has a smart, full body medical scan and a head to toe back massage system.

Users will benefit from a 3D deep tissue massage, albeit the intense lower back rollers might feel a bit much for some people.

It’s quiet, it has full body reflexology, zero-G and body twist, but unlike the MB6 it’s less therapeutic and better suited for relaxation – after all, it’s a vending massage chair that should fit the needs of very distinct people.

Therefore, the massage techniques are fewer and less specialized than those featured by the MB6: Kneading, Flapping, Combo, Knocking and Shiatsu.

There are 6 built-in massage programs with 5-speed levels with fixed, partial and full body massages.

You can also adjust the massage zone, the pressure and the distance between the kneading balls.

However, a true bonus when comparing this chair to the MB6 or to other vending massage chairs is the foot rubs it offers, including arch and heel scraping.

Summary: The best vending massage chair for its foot massagers and top relaxation, the MB Vending 5 could do with some heat therapy and more manual programs.

Best Alternative Kahuna LM6800

A therapeutic, value for money massage chair from a reliable brand, the Kahuna LM6800 is a feature-packed chair with a space-saving design.

Its best feature is the hybrid L/S track design because it combines the advantages of both types of tracks: it fits your anatomical shape, and the rollers can massage your glutes and hamstrings.

As opposed to the MB chairs reviewed until now, the Kahuna 6800 has 3 zero gravity seating positions.

The air massage mode is also great, with 36 air cells to cover your entire body, which the MB 5 lacks.

In terms of massage options and techniques, the Kahuna is comparable to the MB Vending 5, seeing as it includes Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Rolling and Shiatsu, so nothing special there.

Just like the MB Vending 5, but not so ordinary for an affordable massage chair, the Kahuna 6800 offers a zone massage option and a body stretch function.

However, there’s heat therapy for both the back and the calves, which lacks for the MB Vending 5.

But even if you have calf heat with the Kahuna, the calf and foot massage are arguably better with the MB Vending 5, seeing as this chair features foot rubs with arch and heel scraping.

Summary: A value for the money massage chair, the Kahuna 6800 offers a relaxing, comprehensive massage.

Medical Breakthrough 4 Massage Chair

With its doctor-based manufacturing and expert craftsmanship, the MB 4 distinguishes itself by its unlimited customization seeing as you can adjust anything from its incline to your massage type.

Just like the MB6, it includes a medical body scan and zero gravity, but it excels through its chiropractic backstretch.

This is done courtesy of inflatable air bags that squeeze your hips, stretching your back muscles.

Another similarity with the MB6 is the superior L-track design that fits the anatomy of your body, while the rollers can get up to your buttocks and hamstrings.

However, the MB4 has fewer built-in massage techniques with just the common Kneading, Flapping, Knocking, Combo and Shiatsu.

But a definite advantage is the two memory functions courtesy of which you can store your favorite massage settings.

You also have three manual massage mode options and five-speed levels, including a zone massage. Even the airbag massage has three intensity levels!

Just like the MB6, the MB4 features heat therapy, which is extremely therapeutic considering it uses infrared heat that warms you from the inside.

But probably the unique feature is the toe massage you’ll be getting thanks to the two pairs of papillae, though the heel and arch scraping comes at a close second.

Summary: The Medical Breakthrough 4’s best features include infrared heat therapy and toe massage, but it lacks some of the more therapeutic techniques of the MB6.

Medical Breakthrough 8 Massage Chair

With free shipping and a 3-year warranty, the Medical Breakthrough 8 boasts some of the same features as the Medical Breakthrough 6: medical full body scan, head to toe back massage system, 3D massage, deep tissue massage, intense lower back rollers and engulfed arm massage.

This is a quiet chair with adjustable leg extensions and wheels to move it around easily.

It offers a full body stretch, a quality shoulder massage courtesy of huge shoulder massagers, reflexology, heat therapy, custom forming sole rollers and hip twist.

As opposed to the MB6, the MB8 has the patented chiropractic body twist technology, as well as a Champissage head massager for a strong neck massage.

There are 167 air cells for a vigorous air massage, plus the built-in Human Hands massage system and the Extreme Customization system with various speeds and intensity levels.

Besides, the MB8 has USB/ Mp3 connection plus headphones. On the other hand, the MB 6 has many more massage techniques from around the world, while the MB 8 features basic techniques like Kneading, Tapping, Combo, Shiatsu, Knocking, and Rolling.

Summary: The Medical Breakthrough 8 is a feature-packed, highly customizable chair that’s very user-friendly, but could benefit from more therapeutic massage techniques.

Best Alternative Luraco i7 PLUS

In the same price range, the Luraco i7 PLUS is an excellent alternative to the Medical Breakthrough 8, but let’s start with the disadvantages first.

Although it features a full body scan, this is not as good as the medical body scan offered by the MB 8.

Besides, the S-track design isn’t as good as an L-track or hybrid design.

That said, the Luraco i7 Plus is listed with the FDA, CE, and UL, built for medical purposes.

This is a highly customizable chair too, with 5 memory slots, pause, and resume buttons and built-in blood pressure and heart rate monitor.

The Luraco i7 features full body heat, body shape detection, and a great neck massage, plus a 3-layer foot and calf massage.

It also has some of the same characteristics as the MB 8, such as basic massage techniques that include Tapping and Kneading with various massage intensities and speed adjustments.

It also features 10 W Bluetooth speakers and can fit bigger-sized as well as petite users.

Summary: The Luraco i7 Plus is a truly therapeutic massage chair, but could benefit from more massage techniques and hybrid track design.

Medical Breakthrough 7 Massage Chair

The Medical Breakthrough 7 massage chair recliner has a few of the same characteristics as the MB6.

It features zero gravity, although just one position, automatic full-body scanner, 3D deep tissue massage, intense lower back massage, arm massage, and full body stretch.

It’s a quiet chair with transport wheels and adjustable leg extensions that can deliver a great hip twist thanks to longer massage rollers.

It also features huge shoulder massagers, air massage, heat therapy, reflexology, and sole rollers.

As opposed to the MB 6, the MB7 features an AUX connection instead of Bluetooth and has two extra patented systems: the Human Hands Massage System™ and the Champissage Head Massager™.

This head massager is inspired by an Indian practice and comes with a pillow that air-massages your head to relax you and improve oxygen circulation to the brain.

It’s also a great way to improve lymphatic drainage, increase joint mobility and release endorphins.

The Human Hands system feels very real – like a chiropractor is working on your body.

However, the MB 7 features some of the more basic massage techniques, like Kneading, Tapping, Combination, Shiatsu, Knocking and Rolling.

Summary: The therapeutic purpose of the Medical Breakthrough 7 is to deliver human-like massages that improve lymphatic drainage and increase mobility.

Medical Breakthrough 9 Massage Chair

Praised as the best medical massage chair ever made on the official website, the Medical Breakthrough 9 offers some of the same advantages as the MB6, such as: zero gravity, full body medical scan, 3D deep tissue massage, intense lower back rollers, arm massage, full body stretch, hip twist, heat massage, shoulder massage, reflexology and sole rollers.

It’s also quiet, has adjustable leg extensions and wheels.

However, it features some extras, like the Human Hands Massage System™ which feels very lifelike and the Champissage Head Massager™ that air-massages your head to improve circulation.

Its Chiropractic BodyTwist™ Technology is an improvement in comparison to the regular body twist, and its air massage works with 167 air cells.

This chair also features the Extreme Customization System™ which makes it easy to adjust your preferences, plus a USB/ MP3/ Music connection and headphones.

But probably its best feature is the Advance Medical Care Systems™ that helps select the medical issue you want to work on, including cardiovascular problems, chronic back pain, chemotherapy or cancer-related symptoms, anxiety and physical recovery.

However, the massaging motions used are pretty basic, with just Kneading, Flapping, Combo, Shiatsu, Knocking and Rolling.

Summary: The Medical Breakthrough 9 excels through its Advance Medical Care Systems™ that helps you work on a specific medical issue, but could use more advanced massage techniques.

Where to Buy Medical Breakthrough Chair Series

A good place to start is to check the price on Amazon. With good shipping and return policies as well as decent prices, Amazon is a great way to read user reviews, see ratings, answered questions as well as similar products.

For instance, if your massage chair doesn’t include an incorporated music system, you can easily buy speakers or headphones from the same place.

Otherwise, the Medical Breakthrough website is trustworthy and offers free shipping plus some holiday offers. The only disadvantage is that it doesn’t feature complete user reviews.

Final Verdict on Medical Breakthrough Brand

We have reviewed various Medical Breakthrough body massage chairs with a zero-gravity design from different price ranges, as well as some valuable alternatives that offer a real relax.

The best massage recliner when comparing cost vs. benefits is the Medical Breakthrough 6

thanks to its plethora of built-in therapeutic techniques and expert design and user-friendly operation.

That said, which chair will you purchase and why? Let’s talk in the comments below.