Among the many muscle stimulators we tested, the Therabody PowerDot 2.0 Uno hits all our best marks thanks to its powerful stimulation, lightweight design, easy interface, and long battery life (up to 20 hours!). The device connects via Bluetooth and works with an app that offers guided programs for performance, wellness, and pain, says Sanchez. The PowerDot also includes a wide range of modes for targeted warm-ups, massage, pain relief, and strength, and the electrodes are applied wirelessly which is great for portability, he says.

Men’s Health fitness and commerce editor, Charles Thorp, also gives the PowerDot high remarks. “Off the rip, I was impressed by the app and the product’s ability to bring concentrated relief to sore muscles,” he says. “There are a few different ways to attack sore muscles, like foam rollers or massage guns, but the PowerDot system provides a great hands off option.”

Thorp also raves about the battery life and compact design which makes it great for travel and on-the-go workouts. “Being someone that trains to the point of almost over training, having recovery modalities like the PowerDot is worth it,” he says.