The SPORTINATOR® massage gun is an effective aid for targeted muscle relaxation and regeneration after intensive training sessions or strenuous days. With its numerous functions and accessories, it is ideal for anyone who wants a highly effective massage treatment at home. With its intuitive LCD touch screen, six different massage heads and an impressive battery life of up to one hour, it offers a professional massage experience at an individual level.
Advantages
Powerful trigger point massage Versatile massage options Sophisticated design Intuitive operation Long battery life
Disadvantages
No information on the maximum pressure strength for certain parts of the body
The first impression
Packaging and contents
Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | No unnecessary packaging waste, but use of plastic | 80 points |
| Package contents & scope | Massage gun, 6 massage heads, carrying bag | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Clearly written, in German and English | 100 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Sportinator® massage gun is carefully packaged. The sturdy cardboard box offers sufficient protection during transportation. Although unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the use of plastic film could possibly be a point of criticism for some consumers. The scope of delivery includes the massage gun with six massage heads and a carrying bag. Operating instructions in German and English are included.
Packaging
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Attractive design, made of steel and plastic | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Very stable | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No information on sustainability, but high-quality materials, rechargeable | 80 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Unboxing
The visual appearance of the massage gun is appealing. The steel in combination with the plastic makes a high-quality impression. The workmanship is very good, with no visible defects such as scratches, dents or unclean transitions. The materials used appear stable and make a robust impression. Although no explicit information is given on the sustainability of the product, the high-quality workmanship suggests a certain longevity.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Application | Very easy, no previous knowledge required, battery-operated | 100 points |
| Effect | Relieves tension, accelerates regeneration, reduces the feeling of stress, muscle pain, sore muscles and muscle tension | 100 points |
| Areas of application | Full body, except in the head area, 6 different massage heads for different areas | 100 points |
| Security | Safety instructions in the instructions for use, no information on maximum pressure on specific areas of the body | 90 points |
| Variants | Two colors to choose from | 100 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The massage gun is extremely easy to use and requires no prior knowledge or effort. The low weight of only 800 g and the battery operation make handling particularly pleasant. The promised relaxation of tension and the effective treatment of specific muscle groups to improve performance and regeneration were confirmed in our test. The different massage heads allow individual adjustment to the needs of different muscle groups. The deep tissue massage actually reduces muscle soreness and tension, resulting in a noticeable feeling of relief and relaxation. The massage gun is suitable for the entire body with the exception of the head area. The safety instructions provided in the operating instructions ensure safe use. Nevertheless, an indication of the maximum pressure strength for certain areas of the body would have been desirable . The customer can currently choose between the colors black and grey.
in the practical test
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Very good | 90 points |
| Rating cut | Not rated, as there are still too few customer reviews | |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Prices of up to €300 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €20 . The massage gun from SPORTINATOR® is therefore currently in the lower price segment with a price of € 35.99. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 95 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 95 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 98 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 90 points |
| Total | 96 points |
