TherabodyTheragun Mini (2nd generation)
Our verdict · A pocketable percussion massager for post-run legs, best for those who value portability over power.
Buy it if
They get tight calves and legs and want quick, portable relief after a run.
Skip it if
They want maximum power and attachments, where a full-size gun or cheaper rival offers more per pound.
Where to get it
Theragun Mini (2nd generation)
From around £135
Indicative price at the time of review.
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The Theragun Mini is the portable recovery gift for runners who finish long runs with tight legs. The second-generation model is around 20% smaller and 30% lighter than its predecessor, runs for roughly 120 minutes per charge and ships with three attachments (dampener, standard ball and thumb) plus Bluetooth access to Therabody's app routines. It rounds out the list as an indulgent recovery treat rather than an everyday essential, and it's honest to say percussion massage is best viewed as comfort and perceived recovery rather than a proven performance booster. It also carries a premium price for a mini: full-size Theraguns and cheaper rivals offer more power and attachments for the money, so this is the pick for someone who prizes portability above raw grunt.
The good & the bad
Pros
- Genuinely pocketable and travel-friendly for a percussion massager
- App-guided routines take the guesswork out of use
- Well reviewed for a quiet, well-built compact device
Cons
- Premium price for a mini; rivals and full-size guns give more power per pound
- Benefits are largely comfort and perceived recovery; the evidence for performance gains is limited
How it compares
| Pick | WATTB Score | Price | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Garmin Forerunner 265 | 92/100 | From around £290 (RRP £429) | overall |
| 2.Coros Pace 4 | 91/100 | From £229 | value |
| 3.Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 | 87/100 | £169 | road safety |
| 4.Petzl Actik Core | 87/100 | From around £55 | budget buy |
| 5.Theragun Mini (2nd generation)This pick | 85/100 | From around £135 | recovery |
Good to know
- Price
- From around £135
- Battery
- ~120 minutes per charge
- Attachments
- Three heads (dampener, standard ball, thumb)
- App
- Bluetooth-connected Therabody routines
- Portability
- ~20% smaller, 30% lighter than 1st gen
Researched by WATTB
- Published
- 15 September 2026
- Updated
- 15 September 2026
- Last verified
- 15 September 2026
- Sources
- 9 sources
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