Massage Chair Buying Guide
Where Do You Start?
Two important questions to begin:
What's your budget?
What's driving your desire to purchase?
What's your budget?
What's driving your desire to purchase?
Core Technology
| S+L Track | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Full Body Air Massage | 60 Bags | 78 Bags | 52 Bags | 28 Bags |
| Arm Massage Type | Sleeve | Sleeve | Sleeve | Inline |
| Speed Adjustment | 5 Levels | 5 Levels | 5 Levels | 5 Levels |
| Air Pressure Adjustment | 3 Levels | 3 Levels | 5 Levels | 5 Levels |
| Width Adjustment | 5 Levels | 5 Levels | 3 Levels | 5 Levels |
| Multi-Targeting | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Intelli-Hands | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Pain Relief Features
| Foot Rollers | 2 Sets | 88 Stero-Scopic | 2 Sets | 2 Sets |
| Leg Heating | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Hip Swing Feature | ✓ | ✓ | None | None |
| Magnetic Therapy | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | None |
| Rocking Motion | None | ✓ | None | ✓ |
| Zero Gravity | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Intelli-Hands | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Heating Element | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber | Carbon Fiber |
Convenience Features
| Space Saving |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
✓ |
| Foot Rest Extension | Auto | Manual | Auto | Manual |
| USB Charging Ports |
✓ |
None | None | None |
| Quick Access Button |
✓ |
None | ✓ | ✓ |
| Safety Short Protection | None | ✓ | None | ✓ |
| Memory Modes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Speakers | 3D Digital | 3D Hi-Fi | Dual Hi-Fi | 3D Digital |
|
O2 Ionizer |
✓ | ✓ | None | None |
| Accent Lighting | 7 Levels | None | None | None |
| Automatic Programs | 8 | 8 | 8 | 6 |
| Voice Control | Yes | None | None | None |
Luxury Range
Z-Smart Massage Chair Line (robust feature sets with many quality-of-life features such as AI Voice Control)
Key Components of Massage Chairs
Once you've landed on a budget you like and why you want a massage chair, review these features and rank them in order of importance to you.
Massage Track Technology
- Fixed-Frame (Cheapest)
- S-Track (Industry Standard)
- Hybrid L/S-Track (Cutting Edge)
- Stationary Heads (Low-End Chairs)
- Massage Balls (Low-End Chairs)
- Dual-Rollers (Low-End Chairs)
- Tri-Roller (Rare Mid-Range Chairs)
- Quad to Six Roller Array (Cutting Edge)
Massage Track Technology
- Fixed-Frame (Cheapest)
- S-Track (Industry Standard)
- Hybrid L/S-Track (Cutting Edge)
- Stationary Heads (Low-End Chairs)
- Massage Balls (Low-End Chairs)
- Dual-Rollers (Low-End Chairs)
- Tri-Roller (Rare Mid-Range Chairs)
- Quad to Six Roller Array (Cutting Edge)
Roller Adjustment Technology
- None (Some Low End Chairs)
- 3D Body Scan (Intelli-Scan)
- Manual Adjustment Buttons
- Both Manual and 3D Scan
Roller Adjustment Technology
- None (Some Low End Chairs)
- 3D Body Scan (Intelli-Scan)
- Manual Adjustment Buttons
- Both Manual and 3D Scan
Air Massage Technology
- 60 Plus Pieces - Luxury Chairs
- 30 to 60 Pieces - Signature Chairs
- Sub 30 Pieces Low-End Chairs
Air Massage Technology
- 60 Plus Pieces - Luxury Chairs
- 30 to 60 Pieces - Signature Chairs
- Sub 30 Pieces Low-End Chairs
Deep Tissue
Sometimes Called 3D or 4D Technology. Mimics the feel of real hands and provides the same benefits of Shiatsu Massage.
Point and Zone Massage
Direct the Massage rollers to where your back, legs or arms hurt the most.
Zero-G Seating
Incline technology that allows spinal decompression. Found in 1/3 of massage chairs.
Calf and Foot Massage
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Deep Tissue
Sometimes Called 3D or 4D Technology. Mimics the feel of real hands and provides the same benefits of Shiatsu Massage.
Point and Zone Massage
Direct the Massage rollers to where your back, legs or arms hurt the most.
Zero-G Seating
Incline technology that allows spinal decompression. Found in 1/3 of massage chairs.
Calf and Foot Massage
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Theraputic Heat
- Carbon Fiber or Infrared
- Lumbar only (most common)
- Calf Heat
- Heat over half or mote of the back
- Full-Body Heat (very rare)
Theraputic Heat
- Carbon Fiber or Infrared
- Lumbar only (most common)
- Calf Heat
- Heat over half or mote of the back
- Full-Body Heat (very rare)
Body Stretch
- Waist Twist (milder form of body stretch)
- Hip Swing (moderate form of body stretch)
- Combination of Both offers powerful synergy, allowing you the most comprehensive pain relief treatment.
Body Stretch
- Waist Twist (milder form of body stretch)
- Hip Swing (moderate form of body stretch)
- Combination of Both offers powerful synergy, allowing you the most comprehensive pain relief treatment.
Convenience Features
Space Saving Tech
Standard massage chairs require 18-24" of clearance. Space Saving Chairs require 8" of clearance.
Hideaway Ottoman
Aesthetic feature that hides the leg massage ports when not in use giving the chair the appearance of a standard recliner.
Chromotherapy
LED lighting allows the users to create mood lighting for relaxation and meditation.
Extendable Ottoman
Ottoman extension can accommodate taller users up to 6' 5".
Air Ionization O2
Very rare feature that gently blows clean filtered air into the surrounding area of the massage chair user.
Memory Modes
Very Rare - Memory Modes allow the user to program their favorite massage chair routines for reuse later.
Space Saving Tech
Standard massage chairs require 18-24" of clearance. Space Saving Chairs require 8" of clearance.
Hideaway Ottoman
Aesthetic feature that hides the leg massage ports when not in use giving the chair the appearance of a standard recliner.
Chromotherapy
LED lighting allows the users to create mood lighting for relaxation and meditation.
Extendable Ottoman
Ottoman extension can accommodate taller users up to 6' 5".
Air Ionization O2
Very rare feature that gently blows clean filtered air into the surrounding area of the massage chair user.
Memory Modes
Very Rare - Memory Modes allow the user to program their favorite massage chair routines for reuse later.
Music and Speaker Support
- SSD Card MP3 (Low End Chairs)
- USB Port (Industry Standard)
- Bluetooth Wireless Connectivity (Luxury Chairs)
Music and Speaker Support
- SSD Card MP3 (Low End Chairs)
- USB Port (Industry Standard)
- Bluetooth Wireless Connectivity (Luxury Chairs)
Making Your Selection
Once you've reviewed the common Massage Chair Features, consider the following facts about our Zarifa Massage Chairs:
- Every Zarifa Massage Chair includes the very best in Core Technologies. We do not sacrifice on quality or effectiveness in this category, regardless of the chair.
- Zarifa Z-Smart Luxury chairs include the best combination of Pain Relieving Features and Convenience Features.
- Zarifa Z-Signature Brands include the same Core Technologies as our Luxury Line of Chairs but may include less Pain Relieving or Convenience Features.
Making Your Selection
Once you've reviewed the common Massage Chair Features, consider the following facts about our Zarifa Massage Chairs:
- Every Zarifa Massage Chair includes the very best in Core Technologies. We do not sacrifice on quality or effectiveness in this category, regardless of the chair.
- Zarifa Z-Smart Luxury chairs include the best combination of Pain Relieving Features and Convenience Features.
- Zarifa Z-Signature Brands include the same Core Technologies as our Luxury Line of Chairs but may include less Pain Relieving or Convenience Features.