Real Relax 2022 Massage Chair Review 2023

In our 1-week Real Real Zero Gravity Test, we were able to get a good picture of the popular massage chair. One of the main strengths is the sometimes very low price. You should really look here more often. The appearance also scored points in our test. There are hardly any comparable modern recliners for the same price.

We would have liked more massage techniques. Nevertheless, the back massage kneads you well. The heat function in the back/waist area also makes sense and is clearly noticeable. Compared to the more expensive Naipo armchairs, the Real Relax F3 Plus offers a very good alternative.

Good luck finding the right massage chair and enjoying the massages it will give you!

What types of massage chairs are there?

There are many types of massage chairs, some massage chairs only massage a certain part of the body, and some massage chairs are aimed at the whole body massage. According to the price, a massage chair with simpler functions only costs about one or two thousand yuan, while the price of a relatively high-end massage chair is tens of thousands.

Local massage chair

The local massage chair is mainly for a massage on a local area of ​​the body. This type of massage chair is often performed for some people with specific needs. The quality is relatively loose, and the whole body massage is easy to cause damage, so local massage is better.

Full body massage chair

This kind of massage chair can realize the whole body massage of the human body from head to toe, and can give the whole body massage and relaxation experience of the human body. It is suitable for the general population, especially the sedentary working group.

The working group is under a lot of pressure, and the brain cannot relax. In addition, sitting for a long time, the body cannot get enough exercise, and the blood circulation is not smooth, which has brought great harm to the spine. The proper use of a full-body home massage chair can greatly alleviate the problems caused by sedentary work at work.

Zero Gravity Massage Chair

This type of massage chair is the type that combines the latest research and development of high technology. The zero-gravity home massage chair imitates the natural state of astronauts without gravity constraints in space, and massages the human body through airbag pressure, so that the human body can be fully relaxed during the massage, without feeling any pressure, it makes people feel as if they are back Baby sleep-like comfort.

The efficacy of massage chairs and suitable groups

What kind of effect does a massage chair have?

• relaxation and stress relief;
• Soothes muscle nodules and muscle spasms, tight, stiff, sore muscles relief;
• Increases endorphins to relieve natural pain, improve balance, flexibility and posture;
• Reduce stress on bones, tendons, ligaments, tissues;
• Relieve low back pain, help arthritis, fibromyalgia;
• sleep better, reduce headaches, migraine;
• increase range of motion;
• Chronic neck pain relief.

Who is the massage chair suitable for?

• People who are sitting in the office for a long time;
• Manual workers;
• People who are stressed and often stay up late;
• People who are in sub-health state;
• Home massage leisure needs.

Who is not suitable for a massage chair?

• Those who are using cardiac pacemakers or implanted medical electronic devices;
• Physical trauma patients and patients with body surface diseases;
• Pregnant women or shortly after childbirth and during menstruation;
• Patients with hypertension, malignant tumor, heart disease;
• Osteoporosis patients, spinal fracture patients;
• Those suffering from acute painful diseases such as sprains or muscle strains;
• Those with back, waist, cervical spine diseases, abnormal spine or spinal curvature;
• Patients with vertebral disc herniation and lumbar spine displacement;
• Those suffering from hip joint discomfort such as deformed hip disease;
• Those who must rest or feel particularly unwell;
• Children under the age of 18, or those who lack knowledge and experience, use it with caution.

Warm reminder : It is best to use the massage chair one hour after a meal. You cannot massage when you are full, which will easily cause indigestion and poor absorption of food. The massage time should not exceed 20 minutes.

What are the main parameters to pay attention to when purchasing a massage chair?

Movement

The movement is one of the core components of the massage chair. It can be simply understood as the mechanical arm of the massage chair. Massage actions such as kneading, massage, and beating are all completed by this component. At present, the movement on the market includes 1D, 2D, 3D, 4D, if there is more than 4D publicity, don’t believe it.

1D movement :

fixed-point positioning, the movement is fixed, and the massager can only perform simple tapping movements in a fixed position, which is primitive and has low usability. If you want to massage at different positions, you can only move your body and the massager. Contact point.

2D movement :

The massage head of a massage chair equipped with this type of movement can usually only move up and down, left and right, and massage by kneading, tapping, acupressure, and kneading, which can relieve muscle soreness to a certain extent. The price is close to the people, and many families with limited budget will choose it.

However, it should be noted that this massage chair can only perform plane movements, so it cannot fit the curve of the back of the human body well, and the massage will be stiff. And its strength is relatively light, especially for the cervical vertebra and other parts, the massage is not in place, and the distribution of strength is not uniform, which will make people feel light or heavy when massaged, which is more likely to cause discomfort.

3D movement :

The 3D movement adds a vertical back manipulator, which can not only move up and down, adjust the width of the left and right, but also adjust the amount of retraction before and after to achieve three-dimensional movement. Therefore, this massage chair can better fit the curve of the human body, and the massage is deeper and the intensity is appropriate, which can bring a more comfortable massage experience.

In addition, the price of the 3D movement massage chair is moderate, so it is the mainstream model on the market at present, which is favored by the majority of families, and can effectively relieve physical fatigue for everyone.

4D movement :

The so-called 4D massage chair is actually composed of 2D+2D, and massage is performed within the range of several points and lines. The 4D movement uses a high-tech 64-bit computer chip, which can control the FET speed module, strengthen the motor running rhythm, and make the massage technique evenly forceful, from shallow to deep, and closer to human hand massage.

Not only that, the 4D movement massage chair can bring out the therapeutic effect of acupoint massage and bring you a more comfortable relief experience. However, this kind of movement is generally used in high-end products, so the price is relatively expensive. In addition, it is a new type of movement that has only been released in recent years, and the technology is not mature enough and is prone to failure.

Guide

The guide rail is another core part of the massage chair, which can assist the manipulator to move to various parts of the body for massage. Massage chair rails are divided into the following five types: no rails, straight rails, S-type rails, L-type rails and SL rails.

No guide rails : equivalent to massage pads.

Straight guide rail (short stroke, poor fit) :

The stroke is only 64 cm and the massage is done by walking up and down, and the massage force is relatively stiff.

S-type guide rail :

The S-type guide rail is designed according to the curve of the back of the human body, and the fit is better, so the massage effect is relatively comfortable. Its stroke length is about 80-100cm, and it can massage main parts such as shoulders, back and waist. The cost of this massage chair is low, so the price is relatively cheap, and the cost performance is higher.

However, the length of the S-shaped guide rail is limited, so parts such as legs and buttocks cannot be massaged. If you want to massage your whole body, you are not recommended to choose this massage chair.

L-shaped guide rail :

The L-shaped guide rail is extended on the previous straight guide rail, and the maximum length can reach 120cm, which can enable the manipulator in the chair to achieve a wide range of walking effects, which can be massaged from the head to the buttocks and even the thighs , which closely fits the curve of the human body, achieves precise full-body massage, and helps everyone restore body functions.

Due to the lengthening of the guide rail, the volume of the massage chair will also increase, which takes up a lot of space at home, which is not very friendly to small-sized families. In addition, some low-quality L-shaped guide rails can massage the legs, but the longer the distance, the worse the massage effect, and it is not practical to buy them back.

SL-type guide rail :

As the name suggests, SL-type guide rail is a massage chair that combines and improves the first two, also known as “space curved rail”. It extends all the way to the legs and has a stroke of up to 130cm. It is the most advanced type of rail at present.

In addition, this massage chair can accurately detect acupoints according to different body shapes, penetrate into every detail of the human body, and massage the whole process 360° without dead ends, so that every inch of skin and acupoints of the body can enjoy the ultimate massage effect. However, it is more expensive and bulkier, making it more suitable for families with ample space.

Airbag

The movement of the massage chair moves along the guide rail, so the massage coverage area is also limited to the vicinity of the guide rail, and the massage of other body parts needs to be realized by the air bag. The air bag changes the size of the air bag by inflating and deflating it, so as to achieve pressing or wrapping massage on certain body parts, such as shoulders, hands, legs and other parts.

When purchasing a massage chair, you must first pay attention to the distribution of airbags, and whether the distribution position is reasonable. You can focus on the airbags on the lower shoulder, arm, hip, calf and other parts. The second is the number of airbags.

The more airbags are configured, the better the massage experience will be. However, don’t blindly pursue the number of airbags. Personally, I think it is the key to pay attention to the distribution of airbags, as well as the coverage area of ​​airbags in various parts.

Massage program

In addition, the massage program of the massage chair is also worthy of attention. Various massage programs are actually an organic combination of different massage techniques and massage strengths. When purchasing, you need to pay attention to the functionality, diversity and applicability of the massage programs.

First of all, the massage program should be targeted, such as specifically targeting a certain part or a certain discomfort, so as to reflect its massage function.

Secondly, a variety of massage programs can bring users a richer massage experience, such as Thai and Chinese massage, which can bring users a completely unnecessary experience.

The applicability of the massage program is also very important. The more people covered, the better. For example, the massage program is specially designed for men, women, and the elderly, so that the massage will be more targeted.

Additional features

In addition to the main massage function, the massage chairs on the market today also add additional functions such as zero-gravity space compartment, Bluetooth connection, voice control, body shape detection, and local hot compress, which are also very eye-catching and practical. Everyone You can choose according to your preference.

Zero-gravity space capsule :

It simulates the posture of astronauts when they lift off. The force points of the whole body are evenly distributed. This posture is the most comfortable and relaxed state. The point is that the position of the knees is slightly higher than the heart, and the angle between the legs and the abdomen is about 127°. In fact, this state can be achieved, which also reflects the angle adjustment ability of the massage chair.

Body type detection :

The body structure of young people and the elderly is different, and people with different job types have different degrees of muscle strain, so they have their own needs for massage strength and techniques. Especially in families with diverse groups of people, a massage chair may only be suitable for certain people, so the practicality of the product is greatly reduced.

The massage chair with body shape detection function usually has two motors, which can infer the user’s body function data and detect the body shape by constantly contacting the human body. Some massage chairs can intelligently match the appropriate massage plan after testing to meet the massage needs of the whole family.

Heating function :

A massage chair with heating function usually installs an additional heating sheet on the waist or legs, and uses electric heating to transfer heat to the body, which has the effect of warm feeling and hot compress. It promotes blood flow and relieves muscle tension and soreness, and is especially suitable for rheumatism patients or women.

Foot scraping :

The sole scraping is usually carried out in conjunction with the foot airbag pressure measurement, to achieve 360° full-scale scraping and acupressure effect on the foot, accelerate the blood circulation of the sole, and increase the metabolic capacity to detoxify and maintain health.

Bluetooth connection :

This kind of massage chair usually has a Bluetooth speaker installed inside, and you can connect the speaker through the Bluetooth of your mobile phone, and play your favorite music while massaging. While enjoying physical comfort, you can also get spiritual pleasure, greatly increasing the massage experience, and getting both physical and mental relaxation, which is very suitable for music lovers.

Voice control :

Traditional massage chairs are controlled by remote control. The more functions, the more complicated the buttons on the remote control are, which is inconvenient for some elderly groups to use. The massage chair with voice control function can avoid this problem. It is equipped with an AI smart chip in the chair body, and the microcomputer inside can execute your commands through calculations.

You can not only turn it on and off through voice, but also operate the massage intensity, massage mode, etc., even without a remote control, you can enjoy massage, which provides great convenience to our life.

Material

A high-quality massage chair, its massage head basically uses a silicone massage head, so it is very comfortable to use. High-quality pu leather, the overall leather is wear-resistant, delicate to the touch, soft in texture, good in waterproofs, and has no peculiar smell. It is made of non-woven fabric with three-dimensional structure as the base material.

Brand

A big brand is not only synonymous with excellent quality, but also means advanced industry technology and meticulous after-sales service. As a large-scale home appliance, massage chairs can avoid a lot of worries by identifying big brands.