As a former massage therapist practicing for over 20 years, I went through my fair share equipment.
And let’s just say that not every manufacturer in the massage industry is up to standard.
Portable massage chairs are not exception.
You need a chair that’s durable, lightweight, adjustable, and most importantly- comfortable.
Below you will find my list of portable massage chairs that I strongly recommend.
Favorite Portable Massage Chair
Stronglite Portable Massage Chair Ergo Pro II
- T6 aluminum alloy
- Working weight 600 lbs
- Adjustable seat and moveable armrests
- Attached wheels for easier movement
The Stronglite massager char Ergo Pro II makes the top of our list because of its many different features and adjustable options. This chair can work well for people of almost all heights, ranging from 4’6” to 6’6”.
It allows for a lot of different client positions and can be used for disabled people as well. It’s also very easily portable thanks to its wheels and its easily foldable design that fits in an easy-to-carry bag.
The chair comes in several different color options, it weighs just 24lbs, and it can sustain up to 600 lbs of weight.
What customers are saying?
Some people aren’t satisfied with how puffy the face cushion is but that’s mostly subjective. Aside from that, everyone seems happy with the great quality of the chair, as well as with all the additional attachments and customization options.
Pros:
- Very easily portable.
- It is highly adjustable for heights between 4’6” to 6’6” and includes a lot of attachments.
- Lifetime warranty
Cons:
- It can be a bit squeaky even for lightweight people.
Second Best Portable Chair
Oakworks Portal Pro Massage Chair
- TerraTouch Fabric
- An easy-to-carry case and a buoyance crescent upgrade
- A lightweight design of only 19 lbs
The Oakworks Portal Pro chair is an excellent alternative to our previous suggestion if you’re looking for an even lighter option. With just 19 lbs of weight the Oakworks chair can sustain up to 350 lbs of human weight.
It’s also very easy to use and easily adjustable to any height, weight or body frame. This chair is perfect for small spaces and it allows a 360-degree access to the patients sitting in it.
The wheels it comes with and the carrying bag make it even easier to transport from one location to the next.
What customers are saying?
A lot of customers are lauding the Oakworks Portal Pro as their favorite massage chair. Most of the few complaints there are all circle around the prices of some of the additionally-sold attachments.
Pros:
- A very lightweight chair with a weight of just 19 lbs.
- Its frame has a tubular design and is made out of aircraft quality aluminum.
- The chair allows for a 360-degree access to the thoracic, cervical, and lumbar spine.
Cons:
- The sternum pads for pregnant users are sold separately at quite an expensive price.
Best High Quality Option
Dolphin II Durable Massage Chair
- Vertical to horizontal positioning capabilities
- A lightweight design of only 20 ½ lbs
- Removable knee pads
For those looking for a massage chair that can achieve a fully horizontal position and mimic a massage table, the Dolphin II is a great pick. Its design allows it to easily switch from a fully vertical to a fully horizontal position with ease, making it extremely flexible.
The face, knee, arm, and bottom pads are very comfortable and don’t cause any sweating, plus the knee pads are removable for extra comfort for your arthritic patients.
What customers are saying?
Some customers are understandably upset that this already pricey chair doesn’t come with an included bag for easier carrying. Aside from that, however, almost everyone seems to be very satisfied with the overall quality of the chair and its flexibility.
Pros:
- A great functionality that allows you to switch from fully vertical to a fully horizontal position with ease.
- A very lightweight chair with a weight of just 20 ½ lbs.
- The knee pads are removable which allows people with knee problems or arthritis to sit more comfortably.
Cons:
- The carrying case is not included in the price of the chair.
Other Recommended Chairs
Master Massage Rio Portable Massage Chair
- Working capacity of 600 lbs
- An exclusive small cell foam upholstery cushioning system
- Frame made out of aircraft grade aluminum and fiber-glass reinforced nylon
- Easily adjustable and removable components
This royal blue Master Massage Rio chair is another great option if you’re looking for a chair that can withstand some heavyweights.
The chair itself weighs just 24 lbs but it can take up to 600 lbs of human weight at once. This is possible thanks to the impressively strong aircraft grade aluminum frame.
This doesn’t stop the chair from being easily foldable, however, which makes it a great travel companion. All the components such as the face, arms, knee, or bottom cushions are adjustable or removable for even more customization options.
Only negative thing to note is that the metallic hard case in the advertising isn’t included in the price and the chair instead comes with a soft nylon suitcase.
Giantex Portable Light Weight Massage Chair
- Water and oil resistant PU leather
- Durable powder-coating aluminum frame
- Foldable flat design and an included carrying bag
If you’re looking for a budget-friendly option, the Giantex portable light weight chair might be what you need.
At the surprisingly low price it comes at there aren’t that many additional features to look for but it still has quite a compact design and an included soft carrying bag.
Additionally, the face, arm, leg, and seat cushions are adjustable and can easily guarantee comfort for most people. The PU leather the cushions are covered with is water and oil resistant and it also doesn’t’ cause sweating.
Portal Pro 3 Massage Chair By Oakworks
- PVC free terratouch fabric
- A lightweight design of only 19 lbs
- Easily adjustable height and position with the click of a button
For another option by Oakworks, this is their Portal Pro 3 massage chair. It’s made out of a similar terratouch fabric that’s great to the touch and is comfortable to sit on.
This is also a very lightweight chair that can carry up to 300 lbs of human weight even though the chair itself weighs only 19 lbs. It comes with its own carrying bag and its shape and height can be adjusted very easily with the push of a button.
Clients ranging from 4’11” to 6’4” heights can all use the Portal Pro 3 very comfortably.
BestMassage Portable Chair
- PU leather cover
- 300 lbs comfortable support
- Foldable flat design and an included nylon carrying case
For another budget-friendly option, the BestMassage chair comes at a very economical price and offers great value for it.
The PU cover of its cushions is water and oil resistant while the cushions themselves are large and comfortable to sit on. The chair is easy to fold and fits easily in its own carrying bag.
The chair has up to 700 lbs static capacity and up to 300 lbs human weight support.
Earthlite Portable Massage Chair
- Frame made out of a strong aircraft grade aluminum
- A lightweight design of only 15 lbs
- Includes a rugged nylon carrying case
Portability is a key factor for massage chairs that need to be frequently moved around and few chairs are more portable than this Earthlite chair.
With a total weight of just 15 lbs and an easily foldable design, this chair is a joy to carry around in its rugged nylon carrying case.
This doesn’t compromise its sturdiness at all as it’s made out of a strong aircraft grade aluminum. It also comes in a great variety of colors.
Earthlite Avila II Portable Massage Chair Package
- Natursoft 100% PU upholstery
- Comes with a lined ballistic nylon carry case
- Highly adjustable design
Earthlite’s Avila II chair is advertised as the most adjustable massage chair on the market and it’s certainly in contention.
It can easily be adjusted to accommodate clients ranging from 4’6” to 6’6” in height. All cushions are easily adjustable and can slide quite a bit. The chair has a total weight of 22 lbs and can comfortably support up to 350 lbs of total human weight.
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For another very lightweight option, the Oakworks Portal light chair is a great choice.
At only 15 lbs of weight it’s very easy to carry between clients, especially considering its foldable design and the included carrying case. This particular chair has a color-coal with an embroidered chest pad for Oakworks’ 40th year anniversary.
Conclusion
As you can see there is quite a bit of diversity in the portable massage chairs niche. Hopefully, some of these suggestions will be the perfect fit for your needs and will serve you for years to come.
