Snailax Shiatsu Foot Massager with Heat, Washable Cover Kneading Foot & Back Massager, Heated Feet Warmer, Electric Feet Massager Machine for Plantar FasciitisGlobal Recycled StandardGlobal Recycled StandardGlobal Recycled Standard

This Snailax foot massager has been on the market for years. While I am a big fan of Snailax and its products, I approach each new purchase without bias or presumption that all Snailax products will perform well simply based on past experiences or reviews. Instead, I ensure my judgment is grounded in firsthand experience with the product, avoiding the trap of self-fulfilling prophecies or blind assumptions. This objectivity is crucial for writing meaningful reviews that benefit Snailax, other customers, and myself.Had I adopted a biased attitude, I wouldn’t have truly appreciated the excellence of Snailax products. Unsubstantial reviews fail to offer new perspectives or insights, leaving future purchases and reviews vague and reckless. My purchasing philosophy prioritizes discovering the real potential and capabilities of each product. This approach allows me to write fair, informative reviews that draw on both my experience and solid references from others.### Pros of the Snailax Foot Massager:1. **Unique Acupuncture Massage:** This model stands out with its six pairs of tiny massaging nodes that provide precise, needle-like pin-pointing massage to various traditional acupuncture points. This combination of Shiatsu and kneading massage is unmatched.2. **Versatile Usage:** It’s effective not only for feet but also for calves, arms, and the back.3. **Durable Build:** Unlike conventional neck and back massagers, this foot massager is sturdily built with hard plastic, designed to be placed on the ground.4. **Specialized Design:** Foot massagers are not meant to be versatile but are specialized for acupuncture-grade treatment targeting nerves, veins, tissues, and trigger points in the feet.5. **Professional Design:** Snailax excels in designing discreet yet powerful massaging balls and nodes, evident in this foot massager as well as their massage guns and neck massagers.6. **Popularity:** This model is highly popular, as reflected in sales figures and abundant positive reviews.7. **Therapeutic Benefits:** It provides a therapeutic massage rather than just relaxation, which is exactly what I’ve been searching for.8. **Durability:** Among all my Snailax purchases, this foot massager is the most durable and solidly built.9. **Design:** Its lateral flat yet tilted design is both aesthetically pleasing and practical for storage and massage quality.10. **Customizable Features:** It offers Shiatsu massage with three intensity levels, two warmth settings, automatic kneading, and two Shiatsu modes. The massage plate can be adjusted vertically or horizontally, and the six massaging nodes operate simultaneously, allowing users to customize their massage experience.11. **Value for Money:** With its versatility and infinite customization possibilities, this foot massager is undeniably a valuable purchase.

I have been struggling with extremely painful plantars fasciitis for the last four years. Every day I wake up and I feel like I’m walking on glass. I took this thing out of the box and used it immediately. Sat with it for about 15 minutes and had to get up and I had absolutely no foot pain. I was left in complete and utter shock.

I gave this product 4 stars because, while it has some great features, the heating could definitely use a boost. I mean, I tried it barefoot, and my toes were like, 'Is this it?' I don’t think I’d feel much warmth even with socks on, t’s like the heating is playing hard to get. That said, the massaging feature is pretty awesome! It has three speeds, so whether you want a gentle rub or a 'work out the stress of the day' kind of massage, it’s got you covered. You can also turn the heating on or off, which is nice, but honestly, I’d trade that option for a 'make it hotter' button. It’s not battery-operated, so you’ll need to stay close to an outlet, kind of like a pet on a leash, but for your feet. On the bright side, I got the right color (yay!) and it was delivered super fast. As a 35-week-pregnant lady with swollen, tired piggies, this massager has been a lifesaver, or at least a foot-saver. If only it could also fetch snacks, then we’d really be in business!"

The media could not be loaded. This massager is amazing and so easy to use!! Oh my goodness, it's so good!! Look, this is a shiatsu massager for your feet. While you can control the amount of pressure by raising your feet, it is going to provide a nice deep, glorious foot massage to the soles of your feet. If your feet are sensitive, you may not like this, or you can use the included cover coupled with a good pair of thick socks.Now, how it works is you have a platform with 6 spinning disk on it. Each disk has three nodes that stick up on top. The middle disks on each side are on springs and move up and down when pressure is applied to them. Also these spring loaded disks spin in one direction while the two at the top and below the middles ones spin in the opposite direction.When you first turn the massager on using the middle button at the middle, bottom of the platform's surface, you will immediately be in "Auto Mode". What that means is that the massager automatically changes speed and direction of the disks. You will know you are in Auto Mode because the power button will be yellow. Hit the button again and it will turn to green and the center disks will start spinning in a clockwise direction while the top and lower disks spin in a counter clockwise direction. Hit the power button again and the middle disk will spin counter clockwise and the top and bottom disks will spin clockwise. Hit the power button a fourth time and the massager will turn off.The left button with the descending lines adjusts the speed and the button with the wavy lines controls the heat. When you first turn the machine on, the heat will be on high and the massage disks will be bright red in color. Hit the heat button again and the light will decrease and so will the heat. Hit the heat button again and the light will turn off and so will the heat. I found the heat to feel oh so very comfortable on my achy feet. I do find the two heat setting to be quite adequate. I can have it on high for a little while but eventually I turn the heat down and I have also used it with the heat off. Unlike with some massagers, you can actually feel the heat quite nicely when in use.Over all, I am so incredibly happy with this massager!! I have plantar fasciitis and the pain relief when using this is fantastic. Oh my goodness, it feels so darned good!! One thing I will mention, once again, is that if you find the massager to be a bit too intense, it does come with a cover and you can also wear thick socks to help absorb some of the pressure, though I personally prefer thin socks, just so I can keep the surface clean, not because I want to decrease the sensation of the massager.If you have foot pain or plantar fasciitis or if you just want to relax better after a hard day or night's work, I absolutely recommend getting one of these. Even if you have sensitive but achy feet, I still recommend it because you can lessen the sensation and still get wonderful use from this. I am not kidding, if you get one of these, Oh boy, will you be glad you did!! Oh, by the way, I have a size 13W foot and can wear up to a size 14 mens regular width shoe and this massager works wonderfully with enough space for my feet to get a nice, full, complete massage. So large footed individuals like myself, rejoice! You can use this too!

This is a very good massager at a good price.I use it mostly for my feet but it works great on legs and back too.