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arboleaf CM20C vs. Bob and Brad Q2 Plus compared

Massage Gun

At a glance

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Overall rating
68Solide
68Solide
Value for money
61Fair
51Okay
Best price
€42.29€49.75−15 %
€62.97€79.99−21 %
Price advantage
€20.68 cheaper
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Offers
3 shops
3 shops
Rank in category
Rank 30 of 39
Rank 31 of 39

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

arboleaf CM20COverall rating 68Bob and Brad Q2 PlusOverall rating 68
MassageeffectivenessHandling& ergonomicsNoise levelBattery& charging timeBuildquality & durability
arboleaf CM20CBob and Brad Q2 Plus
Massage effectiveness68/10066/100
Handling & ergonomics66/10076/100
Noise level84/10078/100
Battery & charging time76/10066/100
Build quality & durability52/10052/100
Massage effectiveness
68
66
Handling & ergonomics
66
76
Noise level
84
78
Battery & charging time
76
66
Build quality & durability
52
52

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Model
CM20C
Q2 Plus
Form factorBasic shape according to the manufacturer: standard gun, compact mini gun for on the go, or a model with a triangular handle that makes it easier to reach your own back
Mini
Mini
AmplitudeStroke length of the massage head according to the manufacturer in mm, also called “stroke depth” – a longer stroke works deeper into the tissue
6 mm (0.24 in)
7 mm (0.28 in)
WeightWeight of the gun according to the manufacturer in g – lighter models tire the hand less
470 g (17 oz)
430 g (15 oz)
AttachmentsNumber of massage heads included according to the manufacturer – only what comes in the box; accessories sold separately don’t count
4 pcs
5 pcs
Battery lifeRuntime on one battery charge according to the manufacturer in minutes, usually measured at a low setting
480 min

Massage & features

Stall forcePressure at which the head stops (“stall force”), according to the manufacturer in kg – convert figures given in lbs or N (1 lbs = 0.454 kg, 1 N = 0.102 kg). Torque (kgcm) or motor power (watts) is not stall force – leave empty in that case
27.2 kg (60 lb)
16 kg (35 lb)
Max. percussion rateHighest number of percussions per minute according to the manufacturer, also stated as rev/min or RPM – multiply figures in Hz by 60
3,200 strokes/min
3,000 strokes/min
Min. percussion rateLowest number of percussions per minute according to the manufacturer – slow settings are more comfortable on sensitive areas
1,000 strokes/min
1,800 strokes/min
Speed settingsNumber of adjustable speed settings according to the manufacturer
4 levels
5 levels
Temperature functionAttachments that heat or cool according to the manufacturer – heat loosens up the muscles before a workout, cold soothes them afterward. Only what comes in the box – don’t tick accessories sold separately
HeatCold
Heat
Noise level (lowest setting)Operating noise at the lowest setting according to the manufacturer in dB – most manufacturers only state this value; for a range, enter the lowest
45 dB
40 dB
Noise level (highest setting)Operating noise at the highest setting according to the manufacturer in dB – for a range, the highest value; leave empty if the manufacturer states only one value
55 dB
Motor typeMotor type according to the manufacturer – brushless motors usually run more quietly and last longer
Brushless DC motor
Brushless DC motor
Auto shut-offSwitches off automatically after a set time according to the manufacturer, usually after ten minutes – protects muscles and battery
Yes
Yes

Battery & charging

Battery capacityBattery capacity according to the manufacturer in mAh
4,000 mAh
Charging timeTime for a full battery charge according to the manufacturer in minutes
210 min
120 min
USB-C chargingAccording to the manufacturer, the gun charges via a USB-C port – so a standard phone charger will do
Yes
Yes
Power adapter includedA power adapter is included according to the manufacturer – otherwise there’s only a charging cable and you need your own charger
No
No
Carrying case includedA carrying bag or case is included according to the manufacturer
Yes
Yes

Dimensions

Dimensions (L × W × H)Outer dimensions of the gun in cm according to the manufacturer, length × width × height – e.g. “24 × 18 × 6 cm”
13.7 × 4.5 × 9.2 cm (5.4 × 1.8 × 3.6 in)
14.6 × 4.6 × 8.6 cm (5.7 × 1.8 × 3.4 in)

General

Warranty
1 years
2 years
Price segment
Budget
In the box
Massagepistole, 4 Silikonaufsätze, USB-C-Ladekabel, Tasche
Massagepistole, 5 Massageaufsätze, Trageetui

Prices

Offers

arboleaf CM20C

Bob and Brad Q2 Plus

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Die arboleaf CM20C ist eine leise Mini-Pistole für Nacken und Waden, mit 49 bis 53 dB und rund 400 g. Sie taugt für kurze Sitzungen nach Büro oder Sport und für Reisen. Mit 6 mm Hub bleibt die Massage flach, die Taste sitzt ungünstig, und mehrere Geräte werden nach Monaten lauter – bei nur einem Jahr Garantie.

Pros

  • Leise mit 49 bis 53 dB über alle vier Stufen
  • Kopf bleibt auch bei festem Andrücken nicht stehen
  • Rund 400 g, der Arm ermüdet auch nach zehn Minuten nicht
  • Akku reicht für mindestens sechs Anwendungen von 15 min
  • Druckadaptiver Modus passt das Tempo dem Andruck an
  • Bürstenloser Motor, Laden per USB-C

Cons

  • Mehrere Geräte werden nach Monaten lauter oder rattern
  • Nur 6 mm Hub statt der versprochenen 10 mm
  • Taste an der Unterseite, Stufenwechsel nur durch Umgreifen
  • Glatter, gerader Griff rutscht manchen aus der Hand
  • Teils Aufsätze aus hartem Kunststoff statt Silikon geliefert

Die Bob and Brad Q2 Plus ist eine 430 g leichte Reisepistole mit mild wärmendem Metallkopf, die Nacken und Waden zuverlässig lockert. Für kräftige Oberschenkel reicht der Hub von 7 mm nicht. Der eigentliche Haken: Mehrere Geräte fielen nach Monaten aus, dazu kommt ein chemischer Geruch von Griff und Tasche. Wenn du ein kleines Gerät für unterwegs suchst, heb den Kaufbeleg gut auf.

Pros

  • Nur 430 g schwer, passt samt Etui in jede Sporttasche
  • Beheizbarer Metallkopf, abwischbar und für Massageöl geeignet
  • Bürstenloser Motor, auf niedrigster Stufe 40 dB leise
  • Fünf gut abgestufte Stufen von 1.800 bis 3.000 Schlägen/min
  • Kopf bleibt unter Druck nicht stehen
  • Laden über USB-C mit jedem Handy-Ladegerät

Cons

  • Mehrere Geräte fielen nach drei bis elf Monaten aus
  • Griff und Tasche riechen stark nach Gummi oder Weichmachern
  • Keine Akkuanzeige, Gerät stoppt ohne Vorwarnung
  • Einzige Taste schaltet nur hoch, zurück nur über den ganzen Zyklus
  • Wärme bleibt mild, ersetzt keine Wärmflasche

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