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Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen) vs Hyperice Hypervolt Go 3
Which one has the downsides you can live with?
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The short answer
Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen) ranks higher (#2 vs #4 of 8) and scores better on power & depth, battery. Hyperice Hypervolt Go 3 wins on quietness.
The biggest complaint about the Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen) is very expensive; for the Hyperice Hypervolt Go 3 it's only two attachments. Pick the one whose catch bothers you less.
Side by side
| Therabody Theragun Pro (5th Gen) | Hyperice Hypervolt Go 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank in massage guns | #2 | #4 |
| Price tier | $$$ | $$ |
| Type | Full-size | Mini |
| Amazon 1–2★ share | — | 6% |
| Overall score | 4.1 | 3.6 |
| Power & depth | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Quietness | 3.5 | 4.0 |
| Ergonomics & weight | 3.5 | 3.5 |
| Battery | 4.5 | 4.0 |
| Durability | — | — |
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
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
Hyperice Hypervolt Go 3
- Only two attachments
Both Tom's Guide and Fortune list the two heads (flat and wedge) as a con. Tom's Guide adds that heads pop out if not pushed in far enough.
Source: Tom's Guide review, Fortune - Limited reach and grip options
Fortune says there are no multiple grip options and reaching some back areas depends on your flexibility. Tom's Guide says it's still quite large for a travel gun (7.5 x 6.8 x 2.4 inches).
Source: Fortune, Tom's Guide review - No Bluetooth; specs not disclosed
Tom's Guide lists no Bluetooth connectivity as a con. Fortune notes Hyperice doesn't specify stall force or amplitude for this model (Tom's Guide lists 10 mm).
Source: Tom's Guide review, Fortune
Who should pick which
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
Pick the Hyperice Hypervolt Go 3 if
Quiet, simple sessions
Long battery for a compact gun (4 hours)
Moderate soreness rather than deep-tissue work
Skip it if: You want many attachments; You need multiple grip positions for your back; You want the smallest possible mini
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