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The Renpho R4 Pro Massage Gun doesn’t look as sophisticated as the other massage guns on this list, but it is still effective. It also has a quiet motor for a big massage gun. 

The R4 Pro has a rotating head that can be adjusted into five positions by pressing a large button on the side of the massage head. This feature reminded me of the Theragun Pro, which functions similarly. Being able to change the angling of the massage gun is key because you can target hard-to-reach areas. The R4 Pro also comes with six attachments: L ball head, M ball head, fork, bullet, flat and air-cushioned head. 

The power button is at the top of the handle and has a panel that reads the four speeds (ranging from 1,200 to 3,200 revolutions per minute) and the battery level. This battery lasts up to two hours, which is similar to the Theragun Pro’s two and a half hour battery life. It has 10 millimeters of amplitude so it doesn’t penetrate as deep as the Theragun Pro. It comes with a carrying case for storage, but I wouldn’t recommend it for traveling because it’s big. If you want a massage gun that isn’t expensive but has the features of a high-end one (minus the app function), the Renpho R4 Pro Massage Gun is a solid pick. After all, $60 is reasonable compared to spending hundreds of dollars on a massage gun with similar features. 

Pros:

• Affordable
• Quiet for a big massage gun
• Good alternative to Theragun Pro: Gen 5
• You can change the massage head angle to hit hard-to-reach areas
• Easy to use and follow

Cons:

• Not as stylish as the high-end massage guns
• Could use longer battery life