Therabody is known for making high-amplitude massage guns. The full-sized Theraguns have the highest amplitude in the business. But it’s not just the big guns that carry a significant amplitude. Plus, the heads are pretty much still interchangeable – it makes perfect sense to get this one if you already own a bigger Theragun. When we reviewed mini 1, we discussed how the unique design was something to appreciate. However, despite the genius idea, it wasn’t the most comfortable device to hold.

Ergonomic Comfort: Easy to grip, compact yet powerful. The Mini strikes a unique balance between power and portability. Cramps and knots are easily resolved everywhere you go. The weight has been reduced by 25%, down from 1.45 pounds to 1.1 pounds. We did the measuring with the ball head attached. This is a significant reduction for a mini massage gun. It basically went from heavy to light in terms of weight category.

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We complained about the mini 1 not having enough attachments. It had the one ball attachment. All other brands equipped their minis with at least 3 well-varied attachments. Even Hypervolt Go 2 had 2 attachments. First, for a 12mm amplitude gun, you can get deep punches if the intensity (percussions per minute) is good enough. But a low stall force means slowed percussions when pressure is applied. This especially happens when you are massaging large muscle groups. As this device sits right in your hand, sometimes at higher speed you can develop pins and needles and some mild discomfort in your hand from the vibration. From our perspective as long-term users of various devices, the one-year warranty was a disappointment as we value longer warranty periods. We like what we see. Everything feels premium, as expected. The build quality is still top-notch, and it’s even better now that it’s not oversized. We’ll discuss more in ergonomics.

Big news! Therabody finally got rid of the big old wall charger even for a mini. We were pleased to discover that the new Mini 2 includes a USB-C charger, enhancing its usability.. In terms of size, it measures 5.55 x 4.92 x 1.93 inches. Or 141mm x 125mm x 49mm. For comparison, mini 1 measured 6 x 5.3 x 2.25 inches. Or 152mm x 135 x 77mm. The Theragun mini just got smaller. It is easier to hold and operate. It comes with 4 excellent-quality attachments, and a hard carrying case. The new mini only has a pouch.

To be honest, we didn’t expect Therabody to alter the shape of mini 2. We’re guessing it’s a small price to pay for what you get from Therabody. Theragun mini 2.0 in action. But as far as power goes, you’ll definitely notice the difference between the Mini and the more expensive Theragun models like the Prime, Elite, and Pro. Because of the Mini’s shorter amplitude, you’ll have to apply more pressure to get a comparably deep massage. But with only a 20-pound maximum additional force, pressing too hard will cause the shaft to slow down, stall, or recoil. We believe the set would’ve been perfect if Therabody included the Wedge head instead of the Dampener, and the Cone instead of the Thumb. This is because the Wedge is perfect for scraping muscles, while the Cone is great for treating trigger points. The rounded Thumb just can’t do what the Cone can. After testing this new device, we can say that it’s somewhat worth its weight in gold, despite a few caveats. In our opinion, after extensively testing both, it provides better value for money than its predecessor.