Massage guns · Best for travel

Ekrin Bantam

84
Well liked
Average of 4 professional reviews
4 of 4 recommend it · critics agree
Where the 4 reviews landedRange 83–85
Score printed by the outlet Estimated from the verdict

Exact average 83.5 · 1 printed, 3 estimated

Ekrin BantamImage: Ekrin

4 professional reviewers tested the Ekrin Bantam, and 4 recommend it.

Reviewed by Garage Gym Reviews, Runner's World, CNET and 1 more

The catch: Only three speeds, and no app.

Early score: only 4 professional reviews so far. Expect it to move as more reviews come in.

3 of these 4 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.

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What 4 critics said

Highest score first · all converted to 0–100
  1. 85
    Garage Gym ReviewsBuying guide · 2026

    Named the top budget massage gun, the Bantam impresses with high stall force, six-hour battery and a handy case.

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  2. 83est.
    Runner's WorldNo printed score · Buying guide

    Named the best portable pick in a tested massage gun roundup.

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  3. 83est.
    CNETNo printed score · Buying guide · 2026

    Chosen as the best mini massage gun in a tested roundup, praised for battery life, light weight and travel case.

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  4. 83est.
    CNN UnderscoredNo printed score · Buying guide · 2026

    In a large roundup the Bantam gets a brief tested write-up as a light, surprisingly powerful compact gun with good attachments and a case.

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No clear pattern.

What critics dislike most

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Common questions

Is the Ekrin Bantam worth it?

Most critics think so: 4 of 4 recommend it. Only three speeds, and no app.

Do critics agree about the Ekrin Bantam?

Critics agree: scores range from 83 (Runner's World) to 85 (Garage Gym Reviews), a spread of 2 points across 4 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.

What is the best alternative to the Ekrin Bantam?

The Theragun Prime (critic score 84), top pick, narrowly.