Best Corded Massage Gun – Exploring Wired Percussion Massagers

We found ourselves scratching our heads recently when someone asked us what we thought about corded massage guns. Our first thought was: Who even thinks of having a corded massage gun?

Corded massage guns have existed for some time now, but we also know that they are probably not as efficient as cordless ones.

However, there are some advantages to having one, and before you decide to look for the best corded massage gun, let us tell you what we think about them. We have included our recommendation, which you can check out.

Otherwise read on to find out more about wired percussion massagers.

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Corded Massage Gun… What?

Yes, why not? There is so much to gain from having one. Think about it; here are the pros:

• There is no dependence on a battery, which means you can use it anytime you need to.
• The massage gun is lighter. Without the battery weight to worry about, these corded massagers are super light. Whatever the ergonomics of any such device, with less weight, you can easily go about your massage without your wrist tiring. Some cordless massage guns overdo their batteries and end up being too heavy – Hypervolt Plus is a good example, and it weighs over 3 lbs.
• Durability. Batteries tend to lose capacity at some point. Sometimes, it happens within a few months, as we’ve witnessed with some percussion massagers. A wired massage gun can deliver uncompromised performances for a while as long as the motor is good enough. Since motor technology is not rocket science, these devices can serve you for a long time.
• Simplicity. You don’t need battery indicators or chargers with a corded massage gun. Most have simple designs.
• Because they are simple, they are also cheaper compared to cordless massage guns. Our best pick is reasonably affordable.

But, here are the cons…

• It can be tough dealing with cables. The wire tangle mess is a menace.
• Less portability. The length of the cord will always limit you, and you’ll probably need a power socket every time you use it.
• There is less balance. Since these devices have no battery (which tends to be built within the handles of cordless massage guns), most of the weight is shifted to the head, where the motor is. This may hinder the device’s maneuverability. 
• If you are a busy chiropractor, you need at least a couple of sports massagers in case one fails. Or one with removable batteries like Hypervolts, Theragun Pro, and Achedaway Pro. Something with power. 

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Can Cordless Massage Guns Be Used While Charging?

That seems like a simple solution, but we have yet to see a massage gun that can be used while charging. The many we’ve tested have not been able to do this.

To be honest, we have no idea why manufacturers don’t make them that way—it would be a problem solved. There are probably some technical limitations that make it impossible.

If it were doable, then busy therapists would enjoy it.

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Who Might Want a Corded Massage Gun?

• Therapists – provided they don’t use massage guns with replaceable batteries.
• Elderly folk, perhaps. These corded massage guns are simple enough, plug and massage kind of thing. They are also less weighty.
• Folks on a budget – But we know of cordless massage guns that cost as little as $40.
• Old-school folks – people who love the oldies and probably like things simplified. 

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Best Corded Massage Gun – What is available? 

In our research, we only stumbled on the old design of massage guns. Some of them are no longer on sale.

We are glad they are (to be honest). If you happened to buy a device like Suboton, you’d probably need earplugs while using it—those early massage guns were like hammer drills that rattled way too loudly. Cordless massage guns saved our ears!

But we found one corded percussion massager worth recommending.

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SHIKE Massage Gun – Best Corded Massage Gun

Although it’s a basic corded massage gun, SHIKE is a relatively modern device and can be an alternative to some entry-level cordless massage guns. Its hushed motor will not cause discomfort while you use it.

Don’t expect many fancy features here because it’s a very basic device. It also has a very low stall force – we estimate it is only 20-something lbs. It has a 10mm amplitude or maybe 9mm. That means it won’t offer the power that you get from some of the top guns like Theragun or Hypervolt.

But it’s a fraction of the price of a decent cordless massage gun.

What you get:

• It’s a decent enough massage gun that actually percusses and doesn’t just vibrate on the skin. 
• It can take a fair amount of pressure (can be pressed hard against the body).
• This percussion massage gun can ease muscle soreness, improve fascia release, get blood flowing well, treat muscle stiffness, and provide overall relaxation.
• It’s well-equipped with 5 massage gun attachments – the standard ones are all here.
• It has 6 speeds to cycle through.
• The cord is long enough – 80 inches long.
• It is an incredibly affordable corded massage gun, well under $ 100.

We only found SHIKE worthy of recommendation. Nothing else is out there worth praise. SHIKE also competes well in the market because of its price.

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What about all those corded neck massagers that call themselves “percussive” devices?

We’ve seen some products on Amazon that look more like neck and back massagers (wand massagers) than real percussion massagers. Many of them cannot percuss at all.

They have simply jumped on the percussive therapy bandwagon even though they have nothing percussive to offer. Everyone now thinks they can ride on the percussive wave that’s been dominating the market lately. 

We know that percussive massage guns are mainly used by therapists and chiropractors who have recommended them to people. These devices have gone mainstream because people are aware of how good they are at providing DIY muscle recovery.

These wand massagers try to capitalize on this current wave, but many aren’t as percussive. Instead, they are vibrating devices with no meaningful amplitude or stall force. The best they can do is a surface-level massage.

We are not doubting their ability to do what they are meant to do – we have seen reviews from some satisfied customers. Some of these include:

• Thumper
• Hangsun
• Thumper Mini
• Megawise

While these corded massage guns may be effective in performing their intended function, they are nowhere near the standards of real percussion massagers that can provide deep tissue massage.

They only have a high vibrating frequency—stall force and amplitude are lacking. We’d rather go with a simple T-shaped corded massage gun like SHIKE than any of these devices.

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Conclusion

As we have seen, only perhaps a handful of corded massage guns are recommendable. In our case, the best-corded massage gun is this SHIKE massager.

This type is simple and does not have many bells and whistles. If used effectively, it can do what it is meant to do. Also, it is not as expensive as some top-of-the-line cordless massage guns.

Beware, however, of massage guns that claim to be percussive when they are not. Remember, a corded percussion massager is better than a cheap vibrational massage gun.