If you’ve been shopping around for a massage chair, you’ve no doubt noticed that 2D, 3D and 4D models are available. And if you’re wondering how the technology differs, you’re not alone – we get this question from customers quite frequently.
The simple answer is that 2D roller technology has been the standard for many years, while 3D chairs are designed to improve the quality of massage. Therapeutic chairs with 4D technology are the newest to hit the market, and they further enhance the massage experience. For a more detailed explanation, take a look at the following guide.
2D Massage Chairs
In a 2D chair, the massage rollers move in two ways – up and down, extending from the neck to the lower back, and side to side. This type of movement can be effective in relieving back pain, soothing sore muscles and easing stress. Many high-quality 2D chairs also feature heat therapy and zero gravity positioning to provide a solid massage experience.
3D Massage Chairs
The rollers in a chair with 3D technology move up and down as well as side to side – plus, the roller heads can also push outward from the track to get deeper into the neck and back. And, each user can control the degree of protrusion to increase or decrease the intensity of the massage. With heat and zero gravity features, premium 3D massage chairs provide exceptional relaxation and rejuvenation.
4D Massage Chairs
Therapeutic chairs with 4D technology deliver the same benefits as those with 3D technology, but 4D rollers take the massage experience a step further. Designed to mimic the time-tested techniques of Japanese massage therapists, the rollers speed up and slow down at various points to give attention to muscle areas that need it most. Users have control over the rhythm and depth of massage, and many people say that 4D chairs offer the most human-like touch.