7 Best Portable Massage Chairs for Professionals on the Go

Despite weighing only 15.2 lbs, Master Massage Professional Portable Massage Chair can support a maximum of 650lbs. This is only one of the several notable features that make it the best portable massage chair for heavy people. The lightweight aircraft aluminum steel frame is scratch and rust-resistant, which ensures your chair looks new for years. Our editor’s choice features a face cradle with a pillow. You can easily adjust the headrest in six different ways to cater to different needs for your client. The cushions ensure that your forehead or cheekbone doesn’t hurt, allowing maximum comfort for you or your client. You can also adjust the angle depending on where you want them to face.

Small cell foam on all padded surfaces from the chair’s chest bolster down to the seat and knees pads ensures added comfort even for heavy users. It’s advisable to remove your glasses or jewelry when you’re attending a massage session. If you’re wondering where to place them, the session pocket has you sorted. You can also put other personal items in the pouch. This is a perfect chair for the traveling masseuses, sports therapists, and massage students since the transport case with its luggage-style wheeled design helps you in easy movement. The oil and water-resistant PU upholstery ensure it’s easy to maintain and keep clean.

What are our favorite features?
• Lightweight
• Adjustable
• Luggage-style carry case
• Comfortable
• Storage pocket

What could be better?
• The bag's handle should be reviewed for easier handling

The STRONGLITE Portable Massage Chair Ergo Pro II features weighs of 24 lbs and has an impressive weight capacity of 600 lbs. The sturdy heat-treated T6 aluminum alloy makes the frame a very durable option. The powdered exterior gives this professional portable massage chair a clean glossy finish, and you’re sure it will provide you with years of service. The Ergo Pro II is compact and folds easily for storage. Something appealing about this chair is the adjustable height that accommodates up to 6’6″. You can adjust the face cradle, the chest pad, and the seat for quick and versatile positioning even though you can’t change the height of the armrests.

Now, if you don’t like the standard black color for chairs, you can opt for royal blue, teal, burgundy, or purple. Yes, you can choose from the five colors available. A cleverly hidden pouch holds your items like glasses and jewelry as you enjoy your therapy. When you’re through using your chair, the attached wheels make it easy to move. The carry case with a padded strap, heavy-duty zipper and handles makes it easy for you to carry your chair. The only complaints users made was that the chair squeaks on use and that they couldn’t adjust the height of the armrest.

What do we love it for?
• High weight capacity
• Mobile with wheels
• Exceptionally strong and comfortable
• Adjustable features
• Carrying case
• Adjustable seat, chest, arm, and head parts

What were we disappointed with?
• Squeaks

The Giantex Portable Massage Chair is a sturdy, budget-friendly product featuring a powder-coated aluminum frame. It weighs 20 lbs and has a working capacity of 350 lbs, a weight ideal for medium weight clients. An excellent portable massage chair should be oil and water-resistant so that it’s easier to keep it clean. The beautifully textured PU leather in this massage chair ensures your chair is free of stains and dirt. The protective footpads give this chair a non-slip resistance and keep your floor from damage. With the compact foldable space-saving design, the chair is easy to handle and transport. You need to be comfortable if you’re sitting in one place for a couple of minutes.

The comfortable 2-inch thick high-density cushion padding is among the most appealing features for this chair. It makes the chair super comfortable for regular use. The adjustable soft head support, armrest, chest pad, and seat allow for position changing and caters to different body types. Users of this chair recommend its affordability, bearing in mind the versatility it offers them. You will love the fact that you can transform this portable chair into a massage office chair by removing the headrest. The strong large carrier bag helps you move the chair wherever you need it. It’s a good option for professionals since you only need to fold your chair flat and store it in your bag.

What stands out?
• Adjustable
• Durable powder-coated aluminum chair frame
• High density padding
• Sturdy build
• Resistant to water and oil
• Protective foot pads

What cons did we manage to find?
• Small head cushion

Shiatsu massage is more than just the typical massage. If a therapist does it for you, they use their thumbs and fingers to target specific points instead of palm to cover the entire body. Using the Shiatsu-inspired relief, this compact Shiatsu Massage Chair replicates the real massage experience. It comes with six deep-kneading massage node pads for deep tissue massages on your neck, shoulders, upper back, lower back, and waist. This kind of massage helps relieve sore muscles, gets rid of stress, and can finally relax. While some users complain that the in-build rollers push too hard on the body, don’t worry. The electric back massager has multiple protection designs.

A timer that automatically shuts off after 15 minutes and an overheat protection guarantees your chair doesn’t overdo it. The heating function, coupled with three levels of rhythmic vibration, efficiently stimulates the muscles on the neck, back, and thigh area. This reduces muscle stiffness and promotes the circulation of blood in the whole body. A heavy-duty frame construction supporting up to 400lb, and a highly flexible ergonomic design allows easy adjustments for the headrest, chest pad, and seat. I’m sure you will love the built-in USB charging port that ensures your phone doesn’t go off as you relax. Additionally, the PU leather upholstery is easy to keep clean while the storage pocket is a great place to store some small personal items like jewelry.

What do we love it for?
• Comes fully assembled
• Adjustable
• Foldable
• Vibration and heat function
• Overheat protection
• Built-in USB charger

What were we disappointed with?
• Heavy

Giantex Folding Shiatsu Massage Chair is a sturdy and heavy-duty steel frame chair with Black Spray Treatment for extra durability. This Portable Heating Electric Shiatsu Massage Chair has adjustable backrests for ultimate comfort during the massage. The vibrating seat with variable intensity levels is one of the selling points for this Shiatsu Massage Chair. You can select which mode you want for your therapy. You can also turn on the heating and target it to the exact part you need to massage. The rotating massage balls give you a deep massage to relax the neck and back muscles in minutes. They can hurt a bit, but if you can stand this, it is incredibly therapeutic, both on your mind and body. You can help this by slightly shifting your body and controlling the intensity of the balls. An easy to fold design gives you an easy time packing and setting up when you need it. When you’re not using your chair, you can also opt to fold it flat and lean it against the wall. It features an easy to operate hand controller to customize your massage. Unlike other touch screen control panels placed on the armchair, the hand controller in this model will last for long since it won’t be touched accidentally when not in use. You can put it in Velcro mesh under the chair for easy reach. What’s more, if you want to charge your phone during your therapy, the USB port makes that possible. You can also charge your other devices.

What stands out?
• 3D massage
• Heavy duty steel frame
• Charging USB port
• Three vibration modes
• Rust free
• Back massage with heating
• Space saving

What cons did we manage to find?
• The massage is very deep, and some might find it too hard

The TruMedic Insta Shiatsu Folding Massage Chair doesn’t cut any corners. The manufacturer went the extra mile to make a convenient, foldable, portable package all in one. Featuring eight deep-kneading shiatsu massage rollers, you have a massage targeting specific pressure points on your back. If your client has muscle tension on the neck, the two rollers in the headrest can give much-needed relief. This portable shiatsu massage chair features airbags in the seat and backrest. With three different compression and vibration mode settings, they work harmoniously for a full massage that closely rivals the skills of a professional masseuse. If you’re looking for the best portable heated massage chair, search no more.

The built-in heat feature that adds heat to your lower back makes this an excellent remedy for aches and tension on your back. This massage chair has an easy to control panel built in the armrest that allows you to control what you want. Tru Medic InstaShiatsu Folding Massage Chair is relatively heavy and makes an excellent choice for home or office. It is easy to use since you only need to unfold, and there you are enjoying a relaxing Shiatsu massage. It folds up nicely for convenient storage in small spaces. Finally, the built-in USB charging port enables users to charge their devices while using the chair.

What makes it special?
• Foldable
• An easy to control panel
• Adjustable
• Portable
• Built-in USB charging port
• Heat massage

What cons did we find?
• Heavy

Flex HQ features a sturdy frame thanks to the robust tubular steel construction. For extra protection, the powder coating offers an extra layer for added durability and rust resistance. Here is among the most viable options if you’re looking for the best portable folding massage chair for your beauty spa, tattoo shop, or physical therapy center. The dense, premium foam thick padding gives you or client a comfortable position during the session. If the portable massage chair you see in the market is not foldable, you’d better continue searching. An excellent portable massage chair should fold easily. It should also be easy to install. Flex HQ is easy to set up or fold without needing any tools.

Besides, the quick-release lock system feature allows you to collapse or unfold your chair with ease. The easy to fold design make it simple to store at the back of your car. It’s also easy to carry it by hand, thanks to the tough nylon bag that comes with the package. Using the knobs on the chair, you adjust the angle of the headrest, armrests to your desired positions. You can also change the height of the arm and seat. A slip-free foot padding significantly reduces the risk of accidents by ensuring the chair doesn’t move unnecessarily. Available in black color, the upholstery features soft, oil and water-resistant faux leather.

What are its best features?
• Lightweight
• Sturdy frame
• Durability
• Resistant to corrosion
• Quick release lock system

What could be improved?
• The straps could be stronger