What are the most important features that you look for in a massage chair? For some people, it could be the 3D or 4D massage technologies. For others, it could be the zero-gravity recline.
Introduction
A modern massage chair comes with many features that help provide you a therapeutic massage experience. However, should you go for a massage chair that's loaded with features but leaves the user confused? Or rather, would a user-friendly massage chair be a better option? In our opinion, a massage chair is as good as its ability to let the users utilize all its potential. If a massage chair is built without considering the user's accessibility, it'd be overall a bad design.
In this article, we'll discuss the features of a massage chair that makes it user-friendly. If you get a massage chair that has the following features, you'll be able to enjoy it the most. Let's get started!
Features You Should Look For in A User-Friendly Massage Chair
1. Quick Controls
You must look for a massage chair that has a 'quick controls' panel. Usually, this panel can be found beneath one of the hand rests. The quick control panel usually has the following buttons:
- Power On/Off button: Used to switch on your massage chair and switch it off by pressing it again.
- Recline button: Used to initiate your preferred reclining position.
- Zero gravity button: For getting your chair in a zero-gravity position.
- Massage Program: For selecting your preferred massage type for the list of programmed massage types.
- Leg/Foot Extension: To control the ottoman of your massage chair as you please.
This quick control panel makes it easy for the user to operate the massage chair while getting a massage. When the session is on, and you want to increase the intensity, you don't want to search for remote control. Instead, the quick control panel gives you easy accessibility. Massage chairs like Infinity Riage X3, Osaki OS-PRO First Class Massage Chair 3D, Inner Balance Wellness Ji, and many others come equipped with 'quick controls.'
2. LCD Remote
Many mid-range and premium massage chairs now come with LCD remote control devices that are extraordinarily user-friendly. The conventional remote control usually doesn't have a screen. An LCD remote device is a powerful tool that enhances your massage experience. It does it by serving you each of the features on a platter. You can make your massage chair do anything with the help of an LCD remote control. Unlike the conventional all-buttons remote devices, you won't have to try permutations and combinations. You can literally select any option as all of them would be present in front of your eyes.
Also, you won't have the issue of misplacing an LCD remote control device, unlike the other smaller ones. Massage chairs always have a dedicated place for holding the LCD remote screens. If you want a massage chair with an LCD remote, check these out: Synca JP1100, Kahuna Kappa 4D, and Osaki OS-PRO First Class Massage Chair 3D.
3. Automatic Massage Programs
Automatic massage programs are a set of built-in programs that allow users to get different types of massage. For example, the 'sports refresh' program of Osaki 4D Encore relaxes the muscles after intense physical activity.
These automatic massage programs are designed by combining various massage methods. Some of them use rollers, some airbags, while some use all of the elements in synergy. Massage programs like 'stretching' and 'yoga' of Kahuna Kappa 4D Massage Chair help users increase their mobility and flexibility. Other programs like 'stress-relief,' 'deep-tissue,' etc., perform their dedicated massage styles.
Automatic massage programs help the users to get a professional-like treatment. Since all of these programs are designed after keeping the professional styles in consideration, they are extremely user-friendly.
4. Voice Recognition
Another feature that makes a massage chair user-friendly is 'Voice Recognition.' This feature is one of those rare ones that most of the massage chairs don't have yet. With the help of the voice recognition feature, you can give commands to your massage chair.
You'll have to set the voice recognition program in the chair's system before you start using it. Once you are done setting it up, you can command your chair to start, stop, recline, massage, and other things.
This feature makes it easy for the user to change massage intensity, speed, reclining angle, etc., during a massage session without pressing any button. If you want to get a massage chair with this feature, you should have a look here: Osaki OS-PRO 4D Paragon, Kahuna Heated Full Body Massage Chair LM-7000, and Infinity Dynasty 4D Massage Chair.
5. Bluetooth Speakers
People love to hear slow and relaxing music while getting a massage. Soothing music enhances the results of a massage session. They play relaxing music in massage places to calm your body down. Considering the effects of music, the massage chair manufacturers include a set of in-built Bluetooth speakers in massage chairs. Using this technology, users can connect their devices to the chair's Bluetooth speakers and enjoy any music they want. These speakers are more often than not of high-quality. Check out Infinity IT-8500 PLUS and Osaki OS Hiro LT 3D for in-built high-quality Bluetooth speakers.
6. USB Point
To make the experience more convenient and friendly to the users, many massage chairs are equipped with USB charging points. You can use this USB point to either charge the massage chair's remote or your devices like phone and tablet. If you want to keep using your almost-discharged mobile phone while getting a massage, this feature can be extremely helpful.
Do Massage Chairs Come With Instructions?
Yes, all massage chairs come with instructions in the form of a booklet or a manual. You will get an instruction manual along with the massage chair. The manual will have every essential instruction for you to use the chair properly. We have added the online version of massage chair instructions for every massage chair listing on our website. You can check them out before/after purchasing a massage chair.
If any instruction you read confuses you, you can call us at (833) 627-7245 or chat with our customer care representatives on our website.
