The Takeaway:
1. Our Pick: Kahuna LM6800
2. Runner-Up: Human Touch Wholebody 7.1
3. Value Pick: Relaxonchair MK-II
In a world of high-priced massage chairs, you may wonder, is it possible to get high quality without the high price tag? We’re here to tell you: Yes! It’s possible.
And not only is it possible, we think you can get most (if not all) of the massage chair features you want and stay within your budget. If that sounds too good to be true, hold on a second.
We’ve selected four of the best, most affordable, and most feature-rich massage chairs that prove high quality doesn’t have to mean high price. So if you’re ready to see the best massage chair under 2000 dollars, let’s get started!
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With an excellent variety of features, the Kahuna LM6800 is the best overall best massage chair under 2000
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With 3D rollers and for the price, the Human Touch WholeBody 7.1 is one of the best massage chairs available
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One of the best bangs-for-your-buck, the RelaxOnChair MK-II gives you tons of features without a high price tag
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2D Rollers Body Scan Zero-gravity position Air massage Foot rollers Heat therapy |
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2D Rollers Zero-gravity position Calf massage (Paddle) Heat therapy |
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- Body scan technology
- L-Track
- Lower back and calf heat
- therapy
- Space-saving technology
- SV-Chiro spine alignment program
- Music system
- Only available online, no way to test before purchase
2D Rollers
Body Scan
Zero-gravity position
Air massage
Foot rollers
Heat therapy
- FlexGlide 3D rollers
- Warm air technology
- BodyMap Pro
- Figure Eight CirQlation paddle massage
- Independent intensity adjustments
- Stylish design
- No arm massage
- No air massage
- Calf or foot massage, not both
2D Rollers
Zero-gravity position
Calf massage (Paddle)
Heat therapy
- Body scan technology
- Full body air massage
- L-Track
- Foot rollers
- Three stages of Zero Gravity
- Heat therapy for lower back
- Only available online, no way to test before purchase
2D Rollers
Body Scan
Zero-gravity position
Air massage
Foot rollers
Heat therapy
Our Pick: Kahuna LM6800
Recommended For: Anyone looking for a massage chair with L-Track, heat therapy, foot rollers, and more, at an affordable price.
The Kahuna LM6800 is packed with features you rarely, if ever, find on a massage chair under $2000. It has an L-Track, shoulder-to-toe air massage, mechanical foot rollers, and space-saving technology to name a few. It’s this combination of sought-after features and its affordable price that have earned the Kahuna LM6800 our top spot as the best massage chair under $2000.
Let’s take a closer look at the Kahuna LM6800…
Feature Highlights
Body Scan Technology
One should expect body scan technology on any mid- to high-end massage chair, not on ultra affordable massage chairs.
So the fact that the Kahuna LM6800 comes with height-detecting technology separates it from other highly-affordable massage chairs.
Body scan technology is a critical feature on any massage chair, that is, unless you specifically want to adjust the rollers manually. Without it, the range of the rollers is either based on a “standard” height range, or you have to manually adjust the rollers to ensure they’re treating the right areas.
With body scan, a massage chair can detect your height (shoulder location), and depending on the sophistication of the technology, your shape and shiatsu points. This bit of data tells the chair’s rollers how high or low to hit relative to your shoulders.
L-Track
Another feature you’ll be hard-pressed to find on an affordable massage chair is an L-Track. But the Kahuna LM6800 has that too. So what is an L-Track?
In massage chair lingo, a track is a mechanism the rollers move along. There are two main types: S-Tracks and L-Tracks.
S-Tracks are housed in the backrest of a massage chair. They typically extend from the neck to the tailbone. These are “S” shaped to replicate the natural curvature of your spine.
S-Tracks are the standard track on any mid- to high-end massage chair. This is because their “S” design ensures the rollers keep consistent contact on the curved areas of your back, like the lumbar area.
L-Tracks are housed in the seat of a massage chair. They typically extend from the tailbone to the tip of your thighs — adding 15 inches or more to the roller range. Most chairs that have L-Tracks in the seat also have S-Tracks in the backrest. On the Kahuna LM6800, thanks to its L-Track, you can enjoy roller massage from your neck all the way to your buttock.
Full-Body Massage
While air massage is a common feature on massage chairs, it’s not always available on highly affordable ones — especially for the arms and hands or calves and feet.
But once again, the Kahuna LM6800 breaks the mold by offering full body air massage that treats the shoulders, arms, hands, hips, calves, and feet with compression massage.
On Kahuna LM6800, the air massage works in tandem with the rollers to produce six automatic massage programs. This includes a full-body stretch program called Yoga and a chiropractic-inspired program called SV-Chiro.
Highly-Rated
So you may be wondering, it’s an affordable chair but is Kahuna a no-name brand? Are they reputable? Good question. Let’s take a closer look at the Kahuna company.
Kahuna massage chairs are a division of a larger company called AJX, LLC. The company is incorporated in Buena Park, California. However, their chairs are designed, engineered, and manufactured in China.
Besides Amazon, you can only purchase Kahuna brand massage chairs from the online retailer, GoodPriceWorld, which is another division of AJX, LLC. They have an A- Better Business Bureau (BBB) score, but with only two reviews. However, on Amazon, the Kahuna LM6800 has 4.6 rating with over 150 reviews, 130 of which are verified purchase reviews.
If it weren’t for the large number of positive, verified purchase reviews, we too would be skeptical. However, the Kahuna LM6800 has earned the loyalty of discerning users thanks to its quality, variety of features, and attractive price point.
Runner-Up: Human Touch Wholebody 7.1
If you want a little more control over your massage intensity, then the Human Touch WholeBody 7.1 massage chair is the way to go.
Like many massage chairs under $2,000, the Human Touch WholeBody 7.1 doesn’t have all the latest and most popular features. But what it does have is compelling enough to have earned the WholeBody 7.1 a place on our list of the best massage chairs for under 2000. Let’s take a look at what makes this chair so compelling.
Feature Highlights
3D FlexGlide Roller Technology
Perhaps the most compelling feature on the Human Touch WholeBody 7.1 is its 3D FlexGlide technology. In fact, it’s the only massage chair on our list with 3D rollers.
So what are 3D rollers?
3D denotes the number of dimensions in which the rollers move. So in addition to moving up and down and side to side like 2D rollers, the rollers on the WholeBody 7.1 also move in and out. This in and out movement determines how deep the rollers penetrate into your back, giving you a lot more control over the intensity of your massage.
The WholeBody 7.1 takes intensity customization even further by separating the intensity adjustments between the shoulders and lower back. So rather than adjusting the intensity for your entire back all at once, you can independently adjust the intensity for the shoulders or the lower back.
Ok, so you may be wondering, what does FlexGlide mean?
FlexGlide is a fancy way to describe how the rollers move, which Human Touch describes as “the feeling of having a warm oil massage.” With FlexGlide, the rollers glide across the back in an orbital pattern that creates a resistance-free massage — no snagging or catching.
FigureEight CirQlation Technology
Another distinguishing feature on the Human Touch WholeBody 7.1 is its patented FigureEight CirQlation technology that delivers one of the best calf or foot massages available.
We say “or” because the ottoman is open-toed, which means you can enjoy a calf or foot massage, but not a calf and foot massage at the same time.
Back to the FigureEight CirQlation technology.
Rather than having airbags inside the ottoman like most massage chairs, the WholeBody 7.1 has paddle massagers made from a rubber-like material.
These paddles move in a wave-like figure eight pattern that begins at the feet and moves upward. This progressive movement moves blood from the feet toward the heart to increase circulation and aid in the removal of stagnant fluids from the area.
BodyMap Pro
Another feature that separates the Human Touch WholeBody 7.1 from the pack of ultra-affordable massage chairs is its BodyMap Pro system. So what is it?
The BodyMap PRO system is a series of massage programs that treat specific body areas. The programs combine the ease of automatic massages with the precision of manual massages. Also, it uses a body image “map” to help you quickly choose “where you want to feel better,” as Human Touch describes it.
On the remote, the body image map displays a picture of a torso broken into various body areas. When you select an area, a seven-minute massage focusing on the area begins.
There are six areas featured on the image: the neck, between the shoulders, below the shoulders, the middle of the back, the lower back to the hips, and the lower back around the spine.
The BodyMap PRO system makes it easy to select where you want your massage to focus without having to go through the process of dialing-in a manual massage.
Value Pick: Relaxonchair MK-II
With all the components and features necessary for a great massage, the RelaxOnChair MK-II Plus delivers a lot of massage power for a low price.
When comparing features to features, the RelaxOnChair MK-II is nearly identical to the Kahuna LM6800. Sure, they have a few discrepancies like the space-saving technology and more comprehensive automatic programs on the Kahuna LM6800 (check out our review of the RelaxOnChair MK-II to see the full comparison).
But the fact that the RelaxOnChair MK-II is the most affordable massage chair on our list and has many of the features of the best overall massage chair on our list speaks to just how good of a deal this chair is. Let’s take a closer look.
Feature Highlights
L-Track
Like the Kahuna LM6800, the RelaxOnChair MK-II features an L-Track that extends the range of the rollers into the seat of the chair.
Full-Body Air Massage
The RelaxOnChair MK-II features a robust air massage system that treats the outsides of the shoulders, the arms, hands, hips, calves, and feet.
Foot Rollers
Under the feet in the ottoman on the RelaxOnChair MK-II are spinning mechanical foot rollers that perform reflexology-style massage. The foot rollers work with the airbags in the ottoman to provide one of the most comprehensive foot massages available — in any budget.
The foot rollers are vigorous, so a thick pair of socks comes in handy. Of course, they can always be turned off.
3 Stages of Zero Gravity
The RelaxOnChair MK-II also has another popular feature: Zero Gravity. But rather than offering one or even two stages of it, the MK-II offers three. That’s right; there are three different Zero Gravity stages to choose from. Each Zero Gravity stage has a different level of recline, with the third stage being the most reclined.
Gone, But Not Forgotten: Cozzia 16028
Recommended For: Those who have a budget of $2,000 and want a high-quality massage chair from a reputable brand that's loaded with features.
Loaded with features and the quality users have come to expect from Cozzia, the Cozzia 16028 has earned its place as one of the best massage chairs under 2000. Let’s take a closer look at what’s available on the Cozzia 16028.
Feature Highlights
30-Inch S-Track
The Cozzia 16028 has a 30-inch S-Track that extends from the neck to the tailbone. S-Tracks typically range from 25 to 33 inches, which means the 30-inch S-Track on the Cozzia 16028 is one of the longer tracks you’ll find.
Air Massage
Another compelling aspect of the Cozzia 16028 is its air massage system. With 22 strategically placed airbags, you can enjoy air massage on your neck, seat, lower back, calves, and feet.
But it’s a unique neck pillow that makes the air massage system on the Cozzia 16028 stand out. The pillow has two airbags that perform compression massage on the neck. Furthermore, the intensity can be adjusted by three levels. This gives you greater control over your massage.
Since the neck is an often undertreated area — especially on ultra-affordable massage chairs — the addition of neck air massage on the Cozzia 16028 is a welcome feature for many users.
One-Touch Zero Gravity
Another popular feature on the Cozzia 16028 is Zero Gravity. So what is it?
Zero Gravity is a reclined chair position that angles your body such that its weight is shifted to the backrest. At the same time, your legs are elevated at or above your heart for better circulation.
With your body’s weight held by the backrest, the pressure is removed from your spine and muscles, helping you to relax completely.
Zero Gravity also has a massage-enhancing aspect: your body’s weight holds you on top of the rollers for a deeper massage.
On the Cozzia 16028, there’s a one-touch Zero Gravity button that makes getting in and out of the position as quick and easy as possible.
Final Thoughts on Best Massage Chair Under 2000 Dollars Review In 2024
Having a $2,000 massage chair budget used to mean you’d have to compromise on quality or features, but as we’ve shown you today, that’s no longer the case. The four massage chairs on our list break the mold and give you not only popular features, but a quality that your money (and your back) deserves. Regardless of which you choose, we hope our review helped you in your search for the best massage chair under 2000.
References & Resources
- Kahuna Chair, Official Brand Website.
- Human Touch, Official Website.
- Cozzia, Official Website.
- RelaxOnChair, Official Website.
- Massage Chairs for Pain Relief, Spine-Health.
- What’s the Big Deal About the Zero Gravity Position?, Reverie.
- 6 Benefits of Massage Therapy That You Didn’t Already Know, Best Health Mag.