Hyperice Hypervolt 2: Professional Recovery – Anytime, Anywhere
Silaghi Darius
In sports, one of the most important – yet often neglected – elements of progress is recovery. Fortunately, Hyperice is leading the way in making professional-level “healing” accessible to everyday athletes – and we’ve now taken a closer look at the Hypervolt 2, one of the world’s most well-known massage guns.
We tried it – and it surprised us
To be honest, we were a bit skeptical at first. Can a device really replace a massage? The answer: it doesn’t replace it, but the effects are shockingly similar. The Hypervolt 2 not only relaxes the muscles but also calms the entire nervous system, which is especially helpful post-workout or even for pre-race activation and mobilization.
Technical features that actually matter
The Hypervolt 2 has three different speed settings and a quiet, yet powerful motor. A built-in pressure sensor monitors how much force is being applied, helping you use optimal pressure on different muscle groups.
It can be operated via Bluetooth, and with the Hyperice app, you also get access to pre-set recovery protocols.
The five different attachments (included in the box) make it fully customizable:
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A soft head for bony areas
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The classic spherical head for general use
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A flat head for larger muscle groups
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A fork head for calves and the Achilles area
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A bullet head for targeted deep tissue treatment
Portable, lightweight, long-lasting
It lasts up to 3 hours on a full charge. Despite its size, it’s light – and if you travel, there’s also the more compact Hypervolt Go, which makes daily recovery possible anywhere, anytime.
Personal experience
Personally, I use it mostly around the hip and pelvic area – it’s had a genuinely positive effect on my old lumbar hernia issues. I feel looser, my range of motion is improved, and I can bounce back to training much faster.
If you take recovery seriously, the Hypervolt 2 can be your ideal partner – whether you run, bike, strength train, or simply need to decompress after long office hours.