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BLACKROLL Fascia Gun vs. Bob and Brad X6 Ultra compared

Massage Gun

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The key numbers for both devices side by side.

Overall rating
84Gut
84Gut
Value for money
79Fair
79Fair
Best price
€14.80
€147.99€169.99−13 %
Price advantage
€133.19 cheaper
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Offers
3 shops
1 shop
Rank in category
Rank 11 of 39
Rank 12 of 39

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

BLACKROLL Fascia GunOverall rating 84Bob and Brad X6 UltraOverall rating 84
MassageeffectivenessHandling& ergonomicsNoise levelBattery& charging timeBuildquality & durability
BLACKROLL Fascia GunBob and Brad X6 Ultra
Massage effectiveness69/10090/100
Handling & ergonomics86/10080/100
Noise level97/10077/100
Battery & charging time89/10080/100
Build quality & durability60/10078/100
Massage effectiveness
69
90
Handling & ergonomics
86
80
Noise level
97
77
Battery & charging time
89
80
Build quality & durability
60
78

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
BLACKROLL
Bob and Brad
Model
Fascia Gun
X6 Ultra
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
Verlängerungsgriff
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)
11 mm (0.43 in)
WeightWeight of the gun according to the manufacturer in g – lighter models tire the hand less
550 g (19 oz)
861.8 g (30 oz)
AttachmentsNumber of massage heads included according to the manufacturer – only what comes in the box; accessories sold separately don’t count
4 pcs
6 pcs
Battery lifeRuntime on one battery charge according to the manufacturer in minutes, usually measured at a low setting
900 min
196 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
22 kg (49 lb)
24.97 kg (55 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
3,200 strokes/min
Min. percussion rateLowest number of percussions per minute according to the manufacturer – slow settings are more comfortable on sensitive areas
1,200 strokes/min
2,000 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
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
41 dB
30 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
49 dB
50 dB
Motor typeMotor type according to the manufacturer – brushless motors usually run more quietly and last longer
Brushless DC motor

Battery & charging

Battery capacityBattery capacity according to the manufacturer in mAh
2,550 mAh
Charging timeTime for a full battery charge according to the manufacturer in minutes
360 min
207 min
USB-C chargingAccording to the manufacturer, the gun charges via a USB-C port – so a standard phone charger will do
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
Yes
Replaceable batteryAccording to the manufacturer, you can replace the battery yourself – it’s usually the first part to wear out. Replaceable only through customer service counts as no
No
Carrying case includedA carrying bag or case is included according to the manufacturer
No

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”
15 × 9.25 × 4.8 cm (5.9 × 3.6 × 1.9 in)
24.4 × 14.7 × 7.3 cm (9.6 × 5.8 × 2.9 in)

General

Price segment
Premium
Model year
2022
In the box
Fascia Gun, 4 Aufsätze (Silikon-Ball, -Gabel, -Trigger, Metall-Flachkopf), USB-C-Ladekabel, Bedienungsanleitung
Massagepistole, 6 Massageaufsätze, Geschenkkarton

Prices

Offers

BLACKROLL Fascia Gun

Bob and Brad X6 Ultra

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Verdict

Pros & cons

Die BLACKROLL Fascia Gun ist eine leise, sauber verarbeitete Mini-Pistole mit 550 g für Nacken, Schultern, Arme und Waden. Mit 41 bis 49 dB stört sie abends niemanden, ihr Hub von 6 bis 7,5 mm massiert aber eher vibrierend als tief. Für große, trainierte Muskeln reicht das nicht, und mehrfach berichtete Defekte am Kopf nach Monaten trüben das wertige Bild.

Pros

  • Sehr leise mit 41 bis 49 dB, auch abends vor dem Fernseher
  • Leicht und griffig mit 550 g, auch über Kopf am Nacken
  • Wertiges, fein gefrästes Aluminiumgehäuse
  • Silikonaufsätze plus Metallkopf, der Massageöl verträgt
  • Einfache Bedienung über einen einzigen Knopf
  • Laden per USB-C, im Test etwa 7 h Laufzeit

Cons

  • Mehrfach Defekte an der Kopfmechanik nach einigen Monaten berichtet
  • Kleiner Hub von 6 bis 7,5 mm, wenig Wirkung an großen Muskeln
  • Kein Etui im Lieferumfang trotz Bauform für unterwegs
  • Stufe und Akkustand während der Massage nicht sichtbar, Akku nur Grün/Rot
  • Akku fest verbaut, Gehäuse nicht zu öffnen

Die Bob and Brad X6 Ultra ist eine Standard-Pistole mit 11 mm Hub, die erst bei 23,1 kg Druck stoppt und einen Wärmekopf direkt im Karton mitbringt. Sie taugt für dich, wenn du große Muskeln fest bearbeiten willst und dank langem Griff den unteren Rücken allein erreichst. Der Haken: 3,5 Stunden Ladezeit, schon die erste Stufe startet mit 2.000 Schlägen, und auf höchster Stufe unter Last ist sie gut hörbar.

Pros

  • Stoppt erst bei 23,1 kg Druck, schlägt unter festem Druck weiter
  • Wärmekopf erreicht nach gut 2,5 min stabile 44,6 °C
  • Akku hält auf dem Muskel 196 min, rund drei Wochen Alltag
  • Langer Griff erreicht den unteren Rücken ohne Hilfe
  • Bürstenloser Motor, im Leerlauf 39 bis 48 dB(A)
  • Gemessener Hub von 11 mm entspricht dem Datenblatt

Cons

  • Laden dauert 207 min, keine Schnellladung
  • Langsamste Stufe startet schon mit 2.000 Schlägen pro Minute
  • Unter Last auf höchster Stufe gut hörbar, 51 dB(A)
  • Vibration im Unterarm nach etwa sechs Minuten Dauerbetrieb
  • Wärmekopf nur flach, nicht als Kugel

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