Best Neck Massager With Heat [Brookstone Cordless Review]

The neck is one of the most affected parts of the body and without an obvious reason. There are mornings when you wake up with a stiff neck, as well as days when you simply turn around your whole body, just because you can't move your neck.

All these issues are caused by small factors in your lifestyle, such as a bad sleeping position, an uncomfortable pillow, an unhealthy position at the desk and so on. For these reasons, finding the best neck massager with heat will literally solve a series of issues.

The Brookstone Cordless Massager is currently one of the best rated neck massagers on the market and for some good reasons.

The neck massager with heat and vibration is designed like a scarf – only it looks more sophisticated. It goes around your neck and features two handles – one on each side. You'll have to rest your hands on these handles to put some pressure on your neck and actually feel the massage.

It measures 16 x 5 x 6 inches and barely weighs 4 pounds. Since it's flexible and easy to roll or fold, you can literally toss it in your backpack or bag and take it anywhere. It makes a good choice at home after a long day, but also at work during your break. You can just as well use it in a friend's house or while on the bus or train.

Its portability is given by both its size and operation. This Brookstone's neck massager is cordless and doesn't need a plug. Instead, it comes with rechargeable batteries. They recharge in no time and can go for up to 3 hours.

At the same time, the small profile makes it easy to move around and target the right area. Different people have different sized shoulders or necks. Many large massagers don't provide such a high level of adjustability. This one is easy to pull down or move left and right in the attempt to work on the most affected muscles.

There are multiple types of massage movements such massagers come with. Each of them has specific characteristics. When it comes to shiatsu neck massagers, kneading movements represent the primary choice. It's easy to tell why – they provide multiple benefits, from relaxation and comfort to pain relief and post workout recovery.

Despite its small size and basic construction, Brookstone's model has taken the kneading movements to a new level. Practically, you can close your eyes and you'll feel like in a massage parlor. The movement perfectly imitates professional hands and fingers. It's based on not less than eight deep kneading massage nodes, so they can work even the stiffest muscles.

Check out our CM7 Pure wave massager reviews if you are interested in a deep percussion massager instead of the shiatsu type.

The heating function gains more and more notoriety among neck and back massagers. Don't be surprised to find out that many massage chairs fail to implement this feature though.

With all these, Brookstone has featured its small massager with a deep heating element. The result? First, the heating function will soothe your muscles and help them relax.

Second, it will prepare your neck for a more intense massage. When muscles are warmed up, tension and pressure are released in no time. Third, nothing feels better than a warm kneading massager around your neck on a cold winter day. It's meant to be relaxing, but it also comes with health related benefits.

The heating function can be used at the same time with the actual massage. You don't even have to turn the massager off. Just press the small button on the control panel and it will go on instantly.

The other mode is based on an automatic reversing movement. It's similar to the first one, only it goes in two directions and it changes by itself. It's more complete and brings in some different sensations.

Obviously, what works for some people won't work for everyone else, so you'll have to try both of them and alternative every once in a while.

Modes are selectable through the control panel.

The operation is fairly simple. Make sure the massager battery is charged, toss it around your neck, turn it on and rest your arms on the handles. It's a simple job based on a straightforward device. Adjust the heating function or the massaging modes through the control panel.

Maintenance doesn't ask for too much. Just look after the massager and don't overuse it. According to the manufacturer's specifications, you shouldn't use it for more than 20 minutes continuously. For every 20 minutes of use, it requires 40 minutes of break. While you can use it for longer, this kind of operation extends its lifespan.