![]() ![]() This will effectively lengthen the life of the batteries. In my tests it lasted for 56 minutes on level 6 (highest level) but again without any resistance being applied.įrom a workflow perspective you can easily forget about charging after each session knowing you have a fresh battery always ready to go. Their Pro model does include replaceable batteries but it is $200 more.īivi comes with two batteries and a separate charger unit. In addition, just like your phone, that battery is going to continue to degrade with each charge cycle until it will barely hold a charge.įrom a workflow perspective this makes it a little tricky because if you always charge the device after use then you are going to shorten the lifecycle, but you also don't want to pick up a dead Theragun or one the dies half way into your recovery session either. Theragun claims that it lasts 60 minutes, but in my testing I found that it only lasted for about 50 minutes at level 2 (highest level) and that was without any resistance being applied to the unit. The Theragun G3 has one built in battery that is not replaceable. The following are inexpensive and effective noise reduction safety ear muffs that can reduce the dB level by 28dB. Regardless of which device you go with, I would still recommend getting some sound protection. Bivi 95 dB at speed 6 (87 dB at speed 1) Noise test - tested approximately 1 foot from the decibel meter at full speed However, at the end of the day I did some basic sound tests with a decibel meter and the results are as follows: And keep in mind that it isn't a true apples-to-apples comparison either as the Bivi has a higher maximum speed and more speed produces more noise.īivi does advertise the device as being loud and powerful in their description and that is partially why I went with it. On the surface the Theragun is definitely the quieter device, but it is still loud. The Bivi massage gun was $145 to my door. I purchased the Theragun G3 off Amazon for $399 and with tax it came out to $426. One of the clear advantages of the generic percussive devices is they are much more affordable than more name-brand products. Here is how the two devices stack up in their respective categories: ![]() If you want the quieter device go with the Theragun. Both devices are good devices and either one should be in your recover toolbox. ![]() However, it was louder than the Theragun and the Theragun wins with being able to change tips faster. In short, the Bivi massager is faster (when turned all the way up), lighter, more adjustable (1-6 speeds), comes with two 2 batteries (you will always have a fresh battery), and a head that adjusts 90 degrees so you can target every last place on your body. Everyone is looking to recover faster, feel better, and the lack of time (and cost) for regular massage is being replaced by recovery compression boots, foam rollers, and percussive devices like the Theragun, Hypervolt, and Tim-Tam.Īfter extensive testing I found generic Tim-Tam style massagers (I tested the Bivi) performed better in many categories than the Theragun G3 at nearly 1/3 the price. Recovery devices continue to be all the rage among athletes and non-athletes alike. Theragun is one of the leading percussive recovery massagers on the market, but how does it stack up against more affordable options like the Tim-Tam style of massagers? This percussive review shootout will hopefully answer that and help you make a more informed buying decision. ![]()
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