I cant believe they don't make the Cone attachment anymore in this generation. The cone attachment is one of the best selling accessories for the 5th Gen.
I got the 5th gen and im really mad,i really like the heat and cold features, honestly all i care about is the hot and cold, should have been in the form of attachment like hyperice,i feel like therabody doesn't respect their customers with this new gun,make fun of us that got the 5th gen
Great vid! Dang no adjustable head 💀 or swappable batteries 🔋 I’ll keep my pro. Those hot and cold attachments are cool though I’m sure someone will make them for the older models
Maybe but they are powered by the device themselves so I’m not sure that’s feasible. Most likely scenario is something like hyperice’s heated attachment head that has its own battery.
The non-swappable battery also makes it very annoying for travel. I travel with my 4th gen Pro for martial arts tournaments and just popped out the batteries to keep in carry on and could keep the main device in checked but thats no longer an option
I am glad I have my Gen 4 pro model still adjustability with the Massage head and detachable batteries is a GameChanger for me not like this new version
What’s wrong with Therabody, make a whole new design with non-adjustable arm, can’t swap battery, and whole new head attachment but not compatible with old one
Unless you’re using the gun for over 90 minutes at a time or back to back for multiple hours you really don’t need swappable batteries. The swivel head was pretty gimmicky as well. You lost a lot of leverage that the Theragun benefits from with its unique handle by swiveling the arm to 45 or 180 degrees. I’ve used them for massaging my clients for the last 4 years and have used 45 or 180 degrees only a handful of times if even. Honestly, the swivel arm was also cheap plastic that would get stuck and have issues locking in place after extended use, you’d have to whack it to unstick it or lock it in place. The one gripe I will agree with was changing the head attachment style, not a huge fan there. Otherwise the red light is a nice addition, heated head is good and I like the more compact size. Don’t think I’ll spend $80 for a cold head, seems gimmicky.
@@Bbronsonthe swappable battery was good because: 1 - You could have 2 batteries, exhaust the battery and then swap it for the charged one, without waiting for it to charge, now you’ll either have to wait for it to charge or charge it before it’s depleted, which will likely reduce the lifespan of the battery, which is a big issue, given point 2. 2 - If the battery stopped working, all you had to do was buy a new battery, now, you’d need a new unit. 3 - If you’re using it professionally, you could swap the battery out, and begin charging the depleted one. Whereas now you would need 2 devices. Regards the head change, that’s likely due to the technology required for heat, cold and data e.g. it now knows what head is being used and I’d say it’s more secure, not that I ever had a problem with the security of the old system.
Great review! Looks like i'll be getting another one after I bought last years model smh lol IMO the adjustable head isn't a big issue. I almost never adjusted mine
I have the 4th gen pro. One of the battery’s stopped charging and I love having two. Could not find a replacement battery anywhere in the USA. Including Therabody website. Found one in Australia! Looks like they phase out models once a new version arrives.
Red light therapy is good for skin and top level layers of tissue but need the 850nm (invisible/not red) wavelength for the deep tissue benefits. Thanks for the review, I'll be grabbing a g5 pro
Mine came in today also. Great device!!. For me the heart rate monitor is useless for me, I would have rather have the cold attachment included instead. I do prefer the new putting on and off attachments by twisting. It is quicker and easier. Too bad all the old attachments such as the duo adapter and the soft foam no longer works due to the new twist on attachment. Great that everything is intergrated into the Theragun, no need to charge the heat/cold heads separate. Also the light is Near infrared LED which means it works beneath the skin by providing heat. I also couldn't connect to the app on iOS but Android works fine.
I suppose I would agree from a value proposition standpoint I would rather have the cold attachment than the heart rate monitor as well. Definitely seems like they veered a little off the path of this device being for a “professional setting”.
The cold attachment is such as disappointment!!! There is no massage or percussion function when attached. It’s a stand still cooling device that doesn’t get that cold and the fan exhaust pushes the warm air out killing the cooling effect even more. Such a letdown.
Thank you for the review, sounds like they made it worse and more focused towards profitibility. I need to find a pro from last gen. for the replaceable battery, adjustible neck and more variety in attachments.
Thank you for the very informative review. How do you compare this model with Hypervolt 2 Pro considering that Hypervolt has now heat attachment option? Will you recommend Theragun Pro Plus over Hypervolt 2 Pro?
Thanks for the review Pat. Lot of great new features. I just wish they had that detachable battery. Being able to charge one battery and still use the device with a secondary is handy especially for people who use it a lot. Hope they bring that back for the next gen.
wish it had the cone attachment & adjustable head, but i like the heated head option. these are what i'm weighing to decide between the 4th gen & 6th gen
Man… non changeable battery is a dealbreaker for me. I just bought my first theragun, the Pro 5th gen yesterday from best buy and it won’t charge. atleast if that issue happened outside of my return policy I could swap the battery. will be returning it today
I have gen 4 pro,i don believe that i would buy that new one. only heated and ice seems interesting but i hope that in the future they will make those attachment for old pro gun!
I’d agree. I wouldn’t hold your breath on the compatible attachments. These new attachments are powered by the device itself. Would be unlikely for them to develop self powered devices I would think.
The clear illustrations and large manual is probably a response to the older/low vision population who want to make the most out of using their products.
Great detailed review thanks, can you confirm that the heat attachment actually has heat come through the head of it please? and It is not 'heated' only due to the LED lights under the arm?
It's so sad that they removed the soft attachment. I had the previous model and I loved it because I used the soft attachment for my head. It actually helped me relieve stress. It's pretty sad they removed it.
Hey there my friend, we talked awhile back when you recommended the pro model Gen 4 which I love , what are your thoughts on this new model that you can’t move the angle anymore which I actually use for different parts of the body ?
The breathwork and light therapy are very gimmicky. Why would you use a massage gun for breathwork. The light does not stay long enough on a certain area of skin to have any effect. They should have dropped those and include the cold attachment.
Saw this release. Great video. You think it’s worth the upgrade? If the heated attachment is really worth it. I really enjoy the adjustable head as well as the removable battery. How is the battery life of G6?
I don’t think you need to unless you desperately want the heated attachment. If you want the heated attachment you could get the prime plus as a secondary device and keep your pro.
Hi I’m between the elite and the pro plus. Any suggestions? It’s my first time purchasing a Therabody message gun and bdw I’m an amateur cyclist which I compete in granfondos etc..
These attachments are different than the others. They are powered by the device through some connection points located at the end of the attachment and inside the massage gun shaft.
@@BestMassageTech hmmmm very interesting I’m a long time user of 4gen of the pro version. Would love to actually test how hot and cold the attachments are getting in the usage. However cannot justify purchasing it just for those attachments.
Just read below in comments that the battery is not removable and the arm itself it’s not adjustable I’m not using that adjustability that much but sometimes it definitely helps reach the further areas !!!
Swappable batteries are not needed unless you’re doing multiple massages back to back for hours. Swivel arm would get “sticky” and get stuck unless you whacked it in my case. Also is pretty useless. The 90 degree angle gives you the most leverage. 45/180 degrees I rarely used on hundreds of clients. It’s less leverage and uncomfortable to hold in those angles as well. I’ve used Theragun on myself for 6 years and clients for 4+
Thanks for the reply. That would be the deciding factor for me because I have the fourth generation pro with the duo adapter and it is so good to get double the massage at the same time 😊
It doesn’t get as warm but I do think it is effective. If you already own a hypervolt, it’s certainly a more cost effective approach to that feature than getting a whole new massage gun for one attachment.
Non removable battery is no improvement/upgrade. The European Union are trying to force cell phone companies to have removable batteries. Must be total hassle removing batteries at a recycling plant also.
Therabody ripped me off ROYALLY with their original Recovery Air Pro and Vest/Arm attachment. Terrible TERRIBLE customer service. I can’t NOT recommend them enough. Can’t trust any product you purchase from them. 0/10
Great review. Honestly Theragun just ran out of idea to improve Theragun Pro. Probably I won't be upgrading from Pro 4.
I actually respect your review/comment better than this long video with basically no opinion
Thanks for the review. I spent $600 this morning, this is so much better than my Sharper Image PB-01 massager.
Hope so for 10 times the price lol
The articulating arm and removal battery is a huge loss. Hope they also bring back the dual adapter!
Agree
I cant believe they don't make the Cone attachment anymore in this generation. The cone attachment is one of the best selling accessories for the 5th Gen.
I have the g3 pro and the hypervolt 2 Pro, but I didn't know hypervolt had a new heat head for it. You just saved me $540!
I got the 5th gen and im really mad,i really like the heat and cold features, honestly all i care about is the hot and cold, should have been in the form of attachment like hyperice,i feel like therabody doesn't respect their customers with this new gun,make fun of us that got the 5th gen
Just got my today and the app worked right away. Still charging so I can’t wait to use it. Thanks for showing me how to use.
Great vid!
Dang no adjustable head 💀 or swappable batteries 🔋 I’ll keep my pro. Those hot and cold attachments are cool though I’m sure someone will make them for the older models
Maybe but they are powered by the device themselves so I’m not sure that’s feasible. Most likely scenario is something like hyperice’s heated attachment head that has its own battery.
The non-swappable battery also makes it very annoying for travel. I travel with my 4th gen Pro for martial arts tournaments and just popped out the batteries to keep in carry on and could keep the main device in checked but thats no longer an option
I am glad I have my Gen 4 pro model still adjustability with the Massage head and detachable batteries is a GameChanger for me not like this new version
Without the adjustable neck, can you still easily reach your back on your own?
What’s wrong with Therabody, make a whole new design with non-adjustable arm, can’t swap battery, and whole new head attachment but not compatible with old one
Unless you’re using the gun for over 90 minutes at a time or back to back for multiple hours you really don’t need swappable batteries. The swivel head was pretty gimmicky as well. You lost a lot of leverage that the Theragun benefits from with its unique handle by swiveling the arm to 45 or 180 degrees. I’ve used them for massaging my clients for the last 4 years and have used 45 or 180 degrees only a handful of times if even.
Honestly, the swivel arm was also cheap plastic that would get stuck and have issues locking in place after extended use, you’d have to whack it to unstick it or lock it in place. The one gripe I will agree with was changing the head attachment style, not a huge fan there. Otherwise the red light is a nice addition, heated head is good and I like the more compact size. Don’t think I’ll spend $80 for a cold head, seems gimmicky.
@@Bbronsonthe swappable battery was good because:
1 - You could have 2 batteries, exhaust the battery and then swap it for the charged one, without waiting for it to charge, now you’ll either have to wait for it to charge or charge it before it’s depleted, which will likely reduce the lifespan of the battery, which is a big issue, given point 2.
2 - If the battery stopped working, all you had to do was buy a new battery, now, you’d need a new unit.
3 - If you’re using it professionally, you could swap the battery out, and begin charging the depleted one. Whereas now you would need 2 devices.
Regards the head change, that’s likely due to the technology required for heat, cold and data e.g. it now knows what head is being used and I’d say it’s more secure, not that I ever had a problem with the security of the old system.
Great review! Looks like i'll be getting another one after I bought last years model smh lol IMO the adjustable head isn't a big issue. I almost never adjusted mine
I have the 4th gen pro. One of the battery’s stopped charging and I love having two. Could not find a replacement battery anywhere in the USA. Including Therabody website. Found one in Australia! Looks like they phase out models once a new version arrives.
very nice functions but for me the non removable battery is almost a deal breaker
Yeah that was a disappointing change
Red light therapy is good for skin and top level layers of tissue but need the 850nm (invisible/not red) wavelength for the deep tissue benefits.
Thanks for the review, I'll be grabbing a g5 pro
Mine came in today also. Great device!!. For me the heart rate monitor is useless for me, I would have rather have the cold attachment included instead. I do prefer the new putting on and off attachments by twisting. It is quicker and easier. Too bad all the old attachments such as the duo adapter and the soft foam no longer works due to the new twist on attachment. Great that everything is intergrated into the Theragun, no need to charge the heat/cold heads separate. Also the light is Near infrared LED which means it works beneath the skin by providing heat. I also couldn't connect to the app on iOS but Android works fine.
I suppose I would agree from a value proposition standpoint I would rather have the cold attachment than the heart rate monitor as well. Definitely seems like they veered a little off the path of this device being for a “professional setting”.
The cold attachment is such as disappointment!!! There is no massage or percussion function when attached. It’s a stand still cooling device that doesn’t get that cold and the fan exhaust pushes the warm air out killing the cooling effect even more. Such a letdown.
Just saw one available for $430 on Amazon. Had the Pro 5. I’ll take this at 28% off. Tax write off for me being a massage therapist as well. 😎
Thank you for the review, sounds like they made it worse and more focused towards profitibility. I need to find a pro from last gen. for the replaceable battery, adjustible neck and more variety in attachments.
Thank you for the very informative review. How do you compare this model with Hypervolt 2 Pro considering that Hypervolt has now heat attachment option? Will you recommend Theragun Pro Plus over Hypervolt 2 Pro?
Yes I still recommend the theragun pro plus over any hypervolt model. The long stroke length is a deal breaker for me.
Thanks for the review Pat. Lot of great new features. I just wish they had that detachable battery. Being able to charge one battery and still use the device with a secondary is handy especially for people who use it a lot. Hope they bring that back for the next gen.
Wish they would have kept the battery as well
why is he calling it Theragun when it is therabody pro 5th gen if that what he as. there is no such thing as Theragun [ro plus that I know of
@@respectbigman3133 Therabody is the company but the Theragun Pro Plus is the device.
wish it had the cone attachment & adjustable head, but i like the heated head option. these are what i'm weighing to decide between the 4th gen & 6th gen
Man… non changeable battery is a dealbreaker for me. I just bought my first theragun, the Pro 5th gen yesterday from best buy and it won’t charge. atleast if that issue happened outside of my return policy I could swap the battery. will be returning it today
I seem to have an issue not being able to charge mine that I purchased from Best Buy as well.
I have gen 4 pro,i don believe that i would buy that new one. only heated and ice seems interesting but i hope that in the future they will make those attachment for old pro gun!
I’d agree. I wouldn’t hold your breath on the compatible attachments. These new attachments are powered by the device itself. Would be unlikely for them to develop self powered devices I would think.
@@BestMassageTech yes I think thqt you are right
The clear illustrations and large manual is probably a response to the older/low vision population who want to make the most out of using their products.
Great video. Congrats 👏 thanks for sharing only one question ? Did you know how long the battery last .....
They say 2.5 hours but I haven’t had a chance to fully test that yet.
Thanks you for review❤
Got an older one, gen 2 I think? About time for a new one. Got a $100 gift card at Dicks. Think I’ll cop this one.
Great detailed review thanks, can you confirm that the heat attachment actually has heat come through the head of it please? and It is not 'heated' only due to the LED lights under the arm?
Can confirm. Actually heated.
Power and energy (dose) of the red light therapy would be insufficient for any significant effect but it is better than nothing
can you provide the link where to buy the separate heated attachment please?
My app works really well and starts every time
It's so sad that they removed the soft attachment. I had the previous model and I loved it because I used the soft attachment for my head. It actually helped me relieve stress. It's pretty sad they removed it.
Hey there my friend, we talked awhile back when you recommended the pro model Gen 4 which I love , what are your thoughts on this new model that you can’t move the angle anymore which I actually use for different parts of the body ?
Don’t like that it doesn’t adjust. One feature they shouldn’t have gotten rid of.
can Theragun pro plus be charged while being used？
Nope
Nope, but it charges really fast with a fast charger
The breathwork and light therapy are very gimmicky. Why would you use a massage gun for breathwork. The light does not stay long enough on a certain area of skin to have any effect. They should have dropped those and include the cold attachment.
Maybe look at the data for breath work
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They should of dropped those.. and dropped the price. Way to expensive!
Those are features for professionals in the bodywork industry.
@@Xavier-xk7nb professionals? Lol. Extortionists is more like it!
Would you prefer the Pro 5th or Pro Plus?
I have the hypervolt pro 2. Should I upgrade to this instead?
How long does your battery last? It seems to me that the maximum is 60 min with the first gear
Saw this release. Great video. You think it’s worth the upgrade? If the heated attachment is really worth it. I really enjoy the adjustable head as well as the removable battery. How is the battery life of G6?
Haven’t had it long enough to fully test it but I really like the heated attachment
I have thererun pro. Should I upgrade? Damn 600 dollars though
I don’t think you need to unless you desperately want the heated attachment. If you want the heated attachment you could get the prime plus as a secondary device and keep your pro.
This plus is super quiet😮
Hi
I’m between the elite and the pro plus. Any suggestions?
It’s my first time purchasing a Therabody message gun and bdw I’m an amateur cyclist which I compete in granfondos etc..
Don’t think you’d need the pro plus unless you REALLY want the heated attachemebt.
How does it make the cold attachement cold ? and the same thing with hot attachement how is it getting warm ?
These attachments are different than the others. They are powered by the device through some connection points located at the end of the attachment and inside the massage gun shaft.
@@BestMassageTech hmmmm very interesting I’m a long time user of 4gen of the pro version. Would love to actually test how hot and cold the attachments are getting in the usage. However cannot justify purchasing it just for those attachments.
Just read below in comments that the battery is not removable and the arm itself it’s not adjustable I’m not using that adjustability that much but sometimes it definitely helps reach the further areas !!!
Pro plus use LCD Screen or OLED Screen?
Swappable batteries are not needed unless you’re doing multiple massages back to back for hours. Swivel arm would get “sticky” and get stuck unless you whacked it in my case. Also is pretty useless. The 90 degree angle gives you the most leverage. 45/180 degrees I rarely used on hundreds of clients. It’s less leverage and uncomfortable to hold in those angles as well. I’ve used Theragun on myself for 6 years and clients for 4+
Liked and subbed. Debating whether to get it now or wait until Black Friday. Thoughts?
If you can wait that long, wait. It will go on sale - likely before then.
@@BestMassageTech what kind of discount am I looking at?
@@HurricaneTBagI’d guess around $200
Removing the ability to adjust the angle is a deal breaker for me I hope they don't continue this in future massagers I'll need to find another option
Will they have the duo adapter for this model?
Not sure but I’ll definitely post about it if they do
Thanks for the reply. That would be the deciding factor for me because I have the fourth generation pro with the duo adapter and it is so good to get double the massage at the same time 😊
I am using the 5th generation, should I buy this 6th generation? Is this new generation really different from the old generation?
The heated attachment might be the only reason to justify it, it’s really great.
@@BestMassageTech … Thanks you 🫶🏻
not adjustable head issue?@@BestMassageTech
is the heat attachment really worth it?
It’s nice but unless you’re completely sold on getting it I would steer people to try and find the elite or previous generation pro model still.
Can the theragun pro plus's arm be rotated?
no, it's a fixed angle
@@BestMassageTech thank you
For professional use should I buy 5th generation or pro plus ?
5th
why? @@BestMassageTech
@@BestMassageTechwhy do you reccomend more the previous model than the newest for professional use?
Do you thing Hyperice Heated Head Attachment as good as theragun pro plus heated head attachment?
It doesn’t get as warm but I do think it is effective. If you already own a hypervolt, it’s certainly a more cost effective approach to that feature than getting a whole new massage gun for one attachment.
Non removable battery is no improvement/upgrade. The European Union are trying to force cell phone companies to have removable batteries. Must be total hassle removing batteries at a recycling plant also.
Massager Amplitude
16 millimeters
Having vibrations going into your hands is not good long term.
Give me a battery please. New gen looks like useless. Therabody, what are you doing?
Violence 😊
Basically cheaper gun with the same price😅
theragun is the biggest scam tbh
Therabody ripped me off ROYALLY with their original Recovery Air Pro and Vest/Arm attachment. Terrible TERRIBLE customer service. I can’t NOT recommend them enough. Can’t trust any product you purchase from them. 0/10
They updated the app on the 4th for this just to let you know
I filmed my review after the 4th and completely redownload and updated my app. The pro plus shows in the app but it won’t connect.