Maximum weight and height of a massage chair user

When it comes to choosing the perfect model, people often ask themselves whether the massage chair will be suitable for a person of their size and weight. Adjusting the massage chair to personal needs contributes directly to the quality and comfort of the massage. So Paweł gives some tips on the best way to adjust the massage chair to your height and weight. And finally, he also addresses the age of those wishing to use a massage chair.

Maximum permissible weight in the massage chair

The heavier the user, the more strain is placed on the components and actuators, which in turn results in increased wear and tear on all the subassemblies. However, there is no exact threshold load at which the chair would stop working. Massage chairs are often equipped with load sensors which inform about the “fatigue”, the excessive stress on the actuators.

Each model undergoes testing during production to determine the maximum load the massage chair can handle. For example, Massaggio massage chairs will operate correctly under the following loads: Massaggio Piccolo – 120 kg, Massaggio Eccellente 2 – 140 kg, and Massaggio Stravagante 2 – 150 kg. The Fujiiryoki JP3000 chair can support a maximum load of 140 kg. One of the largest chairs available in our range – the Bodyfriend Phantom Rovo – can handle up to 200 kg. Detailed information on the permissible weight for each model can be found in the product specifications on the website. Most importantly, throughout our operations, we have not encountered a single case of a massage chair being overloaded, including those used for commercial purposes.

With higher weight, body structure also plays a significant role. For individuals with a “larger belly,” there might be slight discomfort when inserting arms into the massagers – some require arms to be inserted from the side. There is no problem with massagers where arms are inserted from the top. For maximum comfort, it’s worth considering the seat width of the chair – each of our models has detailed measurements listed under the “additional information” tab on the product pages.

Optimum height of a massage chair user

The vast majority of massage chairs feature a system that scans the line of the spine and adjusts the massage according to height. Before the session begins, the scanning system follows the spine line and remembers its shape. This allows the massager to adjust accordingly, ensuring that the massage arms do not massage the head. Generally, individuals with a height of 155 cm or more can comfortably use most massage chairs, but users around 200 cm tall need to pay attention to specific models. Below, we suggest chairs suitable for different heights.

Compact models 

Compact models such as the Massaggio Piccolo, Massaggio Bello 2 or iRest Easyq (A166) are suitable for users up to approximately 180 cm tall. Taller individuals may not feel comfortable in smaller chairs, as the massager may not be able to perform a full-range massage, and the shoulders or neck may not be properly massaged.

Which chair is suitable for a tall person?

Although the iRest QL (A185) is considered a compact model, it does not have a foot and calf massager but instead has an additional footrest, allowing users up to 190 cm tall to use it. Chairs suitable for such tall individuals also include the Bodyfriend Phantom Rovo, Bodyfriend Phantom Care, Bodyfriend Davinci, and iRest Supearl (A336). Slightly taller people can fit into chairs like the Massaggio Eccellente 2 (including the PRO version) – with a height limit of 192 cm.

For heights up to 195 cm, consider models like the Keyton H10, iRest Grandease (A550), iRest Brillactiq (A665), or Fujiiryoki JP3000. Massaggio chairs – Esclusivo 2 and Stravagante 2 – provide a comfortable massage for people up to 198 cm tall.

Four of our chairs meet the requirements for people up to 200 cm tall, including the iRest Chillin (also in the Open version), iRest Supearl Open, and iRest Maesthron (A801).

User’s height and foot massage in a massage chair

In models with a liftable footrest featuring calf and foot massagers, adjusting the footrest properly is enough to comfortably massage the legs and feet. Shorter individuals should raise the footrest to the maximum height, while those of medium and tall stature are advised to set the footrest in a slightly raised position. It’s very important to position the legs comfortably with support under the knees, and the ability to adjust the footrest extension – available in all our massage chairs with foot massagers – will be especially helpful here. Taller individuals often have larger foot sizes, which can affect the use of the massage chair. There are two solutions: choosing a chair without a foot massager for comfortable use or selecting models that can adjust to foot size. The iRest Grandease (A550) automatically adjusts to foot size when the chair is turned on, while the iRest Maesthron (A801) allows manual foot size adjustment. Additionally, the position of the calf massager in the Maesthron can also be altered by the user.

A massage chair designed to fit you

As you can see, there are several factors to consider when using a massage chair, especially in terms of fitting it to your height, weight, or body shape. If you still have doubts about which chair from our offer will be the most comfortable for you after reading this post, feel free to contact us.