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Bob and Brad Q2 Plus vs. RENPHO Active Thermacool 2 compared

Massage Gun

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Overall rating
68Solide
71Solide
Value for money
51Okay
57Okay
Best price
€62.97€79.99−21 %
€79.23€93.71−15 %
Price advantage
€16.26 cheaper
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Offers
3 shops
2 shops
Rank in category
Rank 31 of 39
Rank 27 of 39

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

Bob and Brad Q2 PlusOverall rating 68RENPHO Active Thermacool 2Overall rating 71
MassageeffectivenessHandling& ergonomicsNoise levelBattery& charging timeBuildquality & durability
Bob and Brad Q2 PlusRENPHO Active Thermacool 2
Massage effectiveness66/10076/100
Handling & ergonomics76/10078/100
Noise level78/10082/100
Battery & charging time66/10060/100
Build quality & durability52/10052/100
Massage effectiveness
66
76
Handling & ergonomics
76
78
Noise level
78
82
Battery & charging time
66
60
Build quality & durability
52
52

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
Bob and Brad
RENPHO
Model
Q2 Plus
Active Thermacool 2
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
Standard
AmplitudeStroke length of the massage head according to the manufacturer in mm, also called “stroke depth” – a longer stroke works deeper into the tissue
7 mm (0.28 in)
10 mm (0.39 in)
WeightWeight of the gun according to the manufacturer in g – lighter models tire the hand less
430 g (15 oz)
680 g (24 oz)
AttachmentsNumber of massage heads included according to the manufacturer – only what comes in the box; accessories sold separately don’t count
5 pcs
5 pcs
Battery lifeRuntime on one battery charge according to the manufacturer in minutes, usually measured at a low setting
150 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
16 kg (35 lb)
22.7 kg (50 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
3,000 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
1,800 strokes/min
1,800 strokes/min
Speed settingsNumber of adjustable speed settings according to the manufacturer
5 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
HeatCold
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
40 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
App controlAccording to the manufacturer, the gun can be controlled via an app or loads massage programs from it
No
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
2,500 mAh
Charging timeTime for a full battery charge according to the manufacturer in minutes
120 min
180 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”
14.6 × 4.6 × 8.6 cm (5.7 × 1.8 × 3.4 in)
18.6 × 14.7 × 6 cm (7.3 × 5.8 × 2.4 in)

General

Warranty
2 years
2 years
Price segment
Mid-range
In the box
Massagepistole, 5 Massageaufsätze, Trageetui
Massagepistole, 5 Massageköpfe, 2 Gummimanschetten, Reisetasche, USB-C-Kabel, Bedienungsanleitung

Prices

Offers

Bob and Brad Q2 Plus

RENPHO Active Thermacool 2

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Verdict

Pros & cons

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

Die RENPHO Active Thermacool 2 ist eine Standard-Massagepistole mit Aufsatz für Wärme und Kälte, zwischen denen du während der Massage wechselst. Mit 10 mm Hub lockert sie Waden, Schultern und Arme gut, große Muskeln nur bedingt. Der Haken: mehrfach ausgefallene Temperaturaufsätze und ein Akku, der kurz hält und sich bei Lagerung entlädt. Sie passt zu dir, wenn du Massage und Temperatur kombinieren willst.

Pros

  • Wärme bis 45 °C und Kühlung bis 8 °C laut Hersteller
  • Wechsel zwischen Wärme und Kälte während der laufenden Massage
  • Bürstenloser Motor, im Alltag kräftig und vergleichsweise leise
  • 10 mm Hub lockert Waden, Schultern und Arme spürbar
  • Laden per USB-C, Reisetasche für alle Köpfe dabei

Cons

  • Temperaturaufsatz fällt mehrfach nach wenigen Anwendungen aus
  • Akku reicht oft nur für ein bis zwei Sitzungen
  • Akku entlädt sich bei Lagerung über ein bis zwei Wochen
  • Kopf bleibt unter festem Druck vereinzelt stehen
  • Knappe Anleitung erklärt die Temperaturfunktion kaum

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