Massage Guns

Theragun Prime vs Ekrin Athletics B37

Quick verdict

Winner on Gym Score: Theragun Prime (100)

Ekrin Athletics B37 still wins for some buyers — see the fit cards below.

Theragun Prime
Best for
  • · Lifters who want one device for pre-workout activation and post-workout recovery
  • · Self-massage on hard-to-reach areas like upper back and rear delts
  • · Users who value the Therabody app's guided routines
Ekrin Athletics B37
Best for
  • · Buyers who value a lifetime warranty over flashy specs
  • · Daily users who want long battery life (8 hours per charge)
  • · First-time massage gun owners not sure they will stick with it

Spec-by-spec

SpecTheragun PrimeEkrin Athletics B37
Amplitude16mm12mm
Stall Force30 lb56 lb
Speeds55
Battery Life120 min480 min

Theragun Prime

Strengths
  • +30 lb stall force (therapeutic, not cosmetic)
  • +16mm amplitude
  • +Triangle handle
  • +App integration
Weaknesses
  • $299 is pricey for casual users
  • Louder than Hypervolt 2
  • Accessories limited in base kit

Ekrin Athletics B37

Strengths
  • +Lifetime warranty
  • +8-hour battery
  • +56 lb stall force
  • +Under $230
Weaknesses
  • 12mm amplitude (not 16mm)
  • Heavier than premium options
  • App limited
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