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Ekrin Athletics B37 vs Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen)
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
Ekrin Athletics B37 ranks higher (#1 vs #2 of 8) and scores better on quietness, ergonomics & weight, battery. Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen) wins on power & depth.
The biggest complaint about the Ekrin Athletics B37 is not true deep tissue; for the Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen) it's very expensive. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| Ekrin Athletics B37 | Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen) | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in massage guns | #1 | #2 |
| Price tier | $$ | $$$ |
| Type | Full-size | Full-size |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | — | — |
| Overall score | 4.1 | 4.1 |
| Power & depth | 3.5 | 5.0 |
| Quietness | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Ergonomics & weight | 4.0 | 3.5 |
| Battery | 5.0 | 4.5 |
| Durability | 4.0 | — |
Price tiers: $ under $100 · $$ $100–300 · $$$ over $300. Highlighted = clearly better (a score gap of 0.3 or more, or a 1–2★ share at least 3 points lower). Scores are explained, with sources, on each product's page.
Top complaints
Ekrin Athletics B37
- Not true deep tissue
Garage Gym Reviews says that if you want a true deep-tissue treatment you'll want a 16 mm gun; the B37 has 12 mm. It also says the round attachment could be denser.
Source: Garage Gym Reviews - Awkward button and top-heavy feel
Wirecutter says the power/speed button sits on top of the gun, which is less convenient than a thumb button, and the gun felt a tad top-heavy. Garage Gym Reviews says the handle could be longer.
Source: Wirecutter, Garage Gym Reviews - Loud at top speed; auto shut-off
Wirecutter found it quiet on low but had trouble hearing TV on the highest setting. It shuts off after 10 minutes (you can restart it), and the motor warmed slightly in a 15-minute run.
Source: Wirecutter
Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen)
- Very expensive
NBC Select lists it as expensive, and GGR says it's more than most people need and out of reach for many buyers (about $499–$530).
Source: NBC Select, Garage Gym Reviews - Heavy, bulky, hard to travel with
NBC lists it as heavy (2.2 lb by its spec; GGR lists 2.76 lb). GGR's tester says the carrying case is massive and hard to pack into luggage, and scores portability 3/5.
Source: NBC Select, Garage Gym Reviews - Not quiet
GGR lists it at about 60–70 dB (decibels 4/5), louder than its quietest picks.
Source: Garage Gym Reviews
Who should pick which
Pick the Ekrin Athletics B37 if
Buyers who want the longest warranty (lifetime)
Rare charging (8-hour rated battery)
Reaching the upper back or calves with an angled grip
Skip it if: You want the deepest 16 mm stroke; You want speed controls under your thumb; You need it silent at top speed
Pick the Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen) if
Athletes who want maximum depth and force
Reaching awkward spots with the swiveling arm
Long sessions (two batteries, per GGR)
Skip it if: You're on a budget; You travel with your gun; Your hands or wrists tire easily
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