ActiveWorkoutsHyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review: Top-notch portable massage gun… But is it worth the price?The Hypervolt 2 looks sexier than ever and continues to be one of the quietest massage guns on the marketWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)T3 VerdictThe revamped Hypervolt GO 2 feels more premium than ever – without the hefty price tag. It’s not quite as powerful as the full-size Hypervolt 2, and you also miss out on Bluetooth connectivity, but these are things most non-professional athletes can live without. An excellent entry-level massage gun.Reasons to buy+Compact form factor excellent for portability+Sleek design+Powerful enough for recreational massage+Comes with two head attachmentsReasons to avoid-No pressure sensor or Bluetooth connectivity-No carry caseWhy you can trust T3Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you.Find out more about how we test.
ActiveWorkoutsHyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review: Top-notch portable massage gun… But is it worth the price?The Hypervolt 2 looks sexier than ever and continues to be one of the quietest massage guns on the marketWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission.Here’s how it works.(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)T3 VerdictThe revamped Hypervolt GO 2 feels more premium than ever – without the hefty price tag. It’s not quite as powerful as the full-size Hypervolt 2, and you also miss out on Bluetooth connectivity, but these are things most non-professional athletes can live without. An excellent entry-level massage gun.Reasons to buy+Compact form factor excellent for portability+Sleek design+Powerful enough for recreational massage+Comes with two head attachmentsReasons to avoid-No pressure sensor or Bluetooth connectivity-No carry caseWhy you can trust T3Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you.Find out more about how we test.
The Hypervolt 2 looks sexier than ever and continues to be one of the quietest massage guns on the market
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(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)T3 VerdictThe revamped Hypervolt GO 2 feels more premium than ever – without the hefty price tag. It’s not quite as powerful as the full-size Hypervolt 2, and you also miss out on Bluetooth connectivity, but these are things most non-professional athletes can live without. An excellent entry-level massage gun.Reasons to buy+Compact form factor excellent for portability+Sleek design+Powerful enough for recreational massage+Comes with two head attachmentsReasons to avoid-No pressure sensor or Bluetooth connectivity-No carry case
(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
T3 VerdictThe revamped Hypervolt GO 2 feels more premium than ever – without the hefty price tag. It’s not quite as powerful as the full-size Hypervolt 2, and you also miss out on Bluetooth connectivity, but these are things most non-professional athletes can live without. An excellent entry-level massage gun.Reasons to buy+Compact form factor excellent for portability+Sleek design+Powerful enough for recreational massage+Comes with two head attachmentsReasons to avoid-No pressure sensor or Bluetooth connectivity-No carry case
T3 VerdictThe revamped Hypervolt GO 2 feels more premium than ever – without the hefty price tag. It’s not quite as powerful as the full-size Hypervolt 2, and you also miss out on Bluetooth connectivity, but these are things most non-professional athletes can live without. An excellent entry-level massage gun.
T3 Verdict
The revamped Hypervolt GO 2 feels more premium than ever – without the hefty price tag. It’s not quite as powerful as the full-size Hypervolt 2, and you also miss out on Bluetooth connectivity, but these are things most non-professional athletes can live without. An excellent entry-level massage gun.
Reasons to buy+Compact form factor excellent for portability+Sleek design+Powerful enough for recreational massage+Comes with two head attachmentsReasons to avoid-No pressure sensor or Bluetooth connectivity-No carry case
Reasons to buy+Compact form factor excellent for portability+Sleek design+Powerful enough for recreational massage+Comes with two head attachments
Compact form factor excellent for portability
Sleek design
Powerful enough for recreational massage
Comes with two head attachments
Reasons to avoid-No pressure sensor or Bluetooth connectivity-No carry case
No pressure sensor or Bluetooth connectivity
No carry case
Why you can trust T3Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you.Find out more about how we test.
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Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review TL;DR: The Hypervolt GO 2 looks more premium, handles smoother and is one of the quietest entry-level massage guns you can get.
I wouldn’t say I liked the look of the original Hyperice Hypervolt GO. It might have been one of the most popular massage guns – some might even say it’s one of thebest massage guns– but it looks like a toy or, worse, one of those knock-off massage tools you can buy atAmazon.
It’s not like I don’t like Hyperice; on the contrary, in my humble opinion, the original Hypervolt was one of the quietest massage guns on the market at the time. The new Hypervolt GO 2 reminds me of that massage tool – although it’s more compact and feels even more premium, thanks to the new materials used.
Should you buy one? Let’s find out.
Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review: Price and availability
The Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 was launched on 4 April 2022 and is available to buy now fromHyperice US,Hyperice UKfor a recommended retail price of $199/£199. The Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 is currently now available in Australia; price and availability TBC.
(Image credit: Hyperice)
(Image credit: Hyperice)
Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review: What’s changed?
The battery-level LED band stayed where it was on the original GO, but there are new LED speed sensors at the back. The I/O button is also located at the back of the device, which is way better from a handling point of view. What’s the same is the patented QuietGlide Technology that provides a near-silent operation and the two head attachments the Hypervolt GO 2 comes with (flat and bullet).
Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review: Built quality
The Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 is a solid piece of kit. It really is the smaller version of the big Hypervolt 2, and I mean this as a compliment. The main difference between the two – apart from the size, of course – is that the Hypervolt GO 2 has a slightly angled handle.
I like the new finish and even the weight of the GO 2. I don’t need massage guns to be heavy, but if they are too light, I feel the motor can’t be powerful enough to help batter stiffness away from the muscles.
To put a label on it, the Hypervolt GO 2 weighs 1.5lbs (0.68kg), the same weight as holding a pair ofASICS Gel-Nimbus 24in your hands. You could say it’s comparing apples with oranges but whatever; the Hypervolt GO 2 is the perfect size for an entry-level massage gun.
(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
(Image credit: Matt Kollat/T3)
Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review: Ergonomics and operation
Operating the Hypervolt GO 2 is easy-peasy. You long-press the one button, wait for the LED band to turn on, press the same button once more – no need to hold it – and the gun starts vibrating. Press it once more, and the vibration frequency increases slightly; pressing it once more will make the motor go the fastest it can.
As mentioned, the brushless high-torque 40W motor operates near-silently and has enough force to caress exoskeletal muscle just the right way. Unless you’re a professional athlete or have huge muscles, the Hypervolt GO 2’s force should be more than enough.
(Image credit: Hyperice)
(Image credit: Hyperice)
Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review: Verdict
The Hypervolt GO 2 is theiPhone SEof the Hyperice family; sure, you can get the all-bells-and-whistles flagship model, but do you need all the features it comes with? Or are you better off paying half as much and getting a massage gun that’s not too bulky but does the job just fine?
Smaller it might be than your average massage gun, but the Hypervolt GO 2 feels like a premium device. The updated design is more sophisticated, feels good in the hand and looks more premium than its predecessor. Not to mention, the button is placed in the right area, finally!
There is no Bluetooth connectivity so if you’re desperate to use the Hyperice App with your massage gun, get the Hypervolt 2 or Hypervolt 2 Pro. The same goes for the pressure sensor.
I strongly recommend the Hypervolt GO 2 for people who never tried massage guns before and think they can benefit from it but don’t want to spend $/£400 on a device they might use only a handful of times.
Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2 review: Also consider
Similarly to the Hyperice Hypervolt GO 2, theTheragun miniis an entry-level massage gun that features a quiet and powerful enough QX35 motor to ease a stiff neck after a long day in the office. The wedge-like design differs from other massage guns and takes some getting used to.
Using foam rollers is the cheapest way to ease muscle stiffness. This inexpensive kit should be included in every runner’s and cyclist’s bag. They are not as portable as massage guns – especially smaller devices such as the Hypervolt GO 2 – and are mainly useful for working the legs and the back. Check out ourbest foam rollerguide for more info on this capable recovery tool.
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