Skip to content

Select and compare

RENPHO Active Thermacool 2 vs. RENPHO Reach compared

Massage Gun

At a glance

The key numbers for both devices side by side.

Overall rating
71Solide
72Solide
Value for money
57Okay
71Fair
Best price
€79.23€93.71−15 %
€35.98€59.99−40 %
Price advantage
—
€43.25 cheaper
Offers
2 shops
2 shops
Rank in category
Rank 27 of 39
Rank 23 of 39

Rating

Sub-ratings compared

RENPHO Active Thermacool 2Overall rating 71RENPHO ReachOverall rating 72
MassageeffectivenessHandling& ergonomicsNoise levelBattery& charging timeBuildquality & durability
RENPHO Active Thermacool 2RENPHO Reach
Massage effectiveness76/10066/100
Handling & ergonomics78/10080/100
Noise level82/10079/100
Battery & charging time60/10077/100
Build quality & durability52/10063/100
Massage effectiveness
76
66
Handling & ergonomics
78
80
Noise level
82
79
Battery & charging time
60
77
Build quality & durability
52
63

Specs

Specs compared

Key specs

Brand
RENPHO
RENPHO
Model
Active Thermacool 2
Reach
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
Standard
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
10 mm (0.39 in)
8 mm (0.31 in)
WeightWeight of the gun according to the manufacturer in g – lighter models tire the hand less
680 g (24 oz)
750 g (26 oz)
AttachmentsNumber of massage heads included according to the manufacturer – only what comes in the box; accessories sold separately don’t count
5 pcs
4 pcs
Battery lifeRuntime on one battery charge according to the manufacturer in minutes, usually measured at a low setting
150 min
180 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
22.7 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
3,200 strokes/min
2,800 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
1,600 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
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
45 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
2,000 mAh
Charging timeTime for a full battery charge according to the manufacturer in minutes
180 min
90 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
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
Yes
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”
18.6 × 14.7 × 6 cm (7.3 × 5.8 × 2.4 in)
37.4 × 13 × 6.8 cm (15 × 5.1 × 2.7 in)

General

Warranty
2 years
1 years
Price segment
Mid-range
In the box
Massagepistole, 5 Massageköpfe, 2 Gummimanschetten, Reisetasche, USB-C-Kabel, Bedienungsanleitung
Massagepistole, 4 Massageköpfe, USB-C-Ladekabel, 2 Gummihülsen, Bedienungsanleitung

Prices

Offers

RENPHO Active Thermacool 2

RENPHO Reach

Ad · Links marked with * are affiliate links: if you buy through them, we earn a commission – at no extra cost to you.

Verdict

Pros & cons

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

Die RENPHO Reach ist eine leichte Massagepistole mit 645 g, deren abnehmbarer Verlängerungsgriff den eigenen Rücken ohne Hilfe erreichbar macht. Für Verspannungen an Schultern, Nacken und Waden taugt sie, mit 8 mm Hub bleibt sie an kräftigen Oberschenkeln aber eher an der Oberfläche. Der lange Griff kostet zusätzlich Anpressdruck, und der Kugelkopf aus Schaumstoff nutzt sich ab.

Pros

  • Abnehmbarer Verlängerungsgriff macht den eigenen Rücken ohne Hilfe erreichbar
  • Mit 645 g leicht und lange ohne Ermüden der Hand führbar
  • Bürstenloser Motor, laut Hersteller 45 dB auf niedrigster Stufe
  • Laden per USB-C in rund 90 min
  • Leuchtring warnt im Automodus vor dem Abwürgen des Motors
  • Vier Aufsätze decken Kugel, flach, Kegel und Gabel ab

Cons

  • 8 mm Hub massiert große Muskeln wie Oberschenkel nur oberflächlich
  • Mit Verlängerungsgriff deutlich weniger Anpressdruck am Massagekopf
  • Schaumstoff des Kugelkopfs rubbelt sich mehrfach berichtet ab
  • Überlastschutz schaltet bei festem Druck früh ab
  • Keine Tasche im Lieferumfang, Akku nicht wechselbar

Spotted an error?

Wrong price, wrong spec or a dead link – let us know and we will fix it quickly.

Report an error

Similar comparisons

RENPHO Active Thermacool 2RENPHO Active Thermacool 271
Hyperice Hypervolt Go 2Hyperice Hypervolt Go 271
View comparison
RENPHO Active Thermacool 2RENPHO Active Thermacool 271
Theragun Mini PlusTheragun Mini Plus72
View comparison
RENPHO Active Thermacool 2RENPHO Active Thermacool 271
Beurer MG 99Beurer MG 9970
View comparison
RENPHO Active Thermacool 2RENPHO Active Thermacool 271
Beurer PowerReload compactBeurer PowerReload compact72
View comparison

Keep reading

What’s next?

Maybe a different type of device?

Same kind of training, different devices – one click away.

Build your own comparison