The 8 Best Foot Massagers That Ease Tension And Lessen Pain

Dimensions: 22 x 10 x 12 inches | Weight: 13.5 Pounds | Heat: No

This remote-controlled foot massager is great for every part of your feet, including your ankles (the deep pockets cover the lower joints of the leg, so they receive some therapy, too). You can choose from an array of massaging actions, like pulsing, rotating, kneading and rolling, or select the amount of time you want the machine to run and dictate which parts of your feet you want it to cover. For a well-rounded massage without any thought, there’s also an “auto” button that gets the massager going on a pre-set series that covers all of its features before it automatically shuts off when finished. A handheld remote controls each function, but there’s also an easy-to-read LCD touch panel on the machine for convenient control.

Beyond massage-related features, the sleeves are removable and washable, so the massager remains a clean and enjoyable experience for your entire household, while a nonslip bottom prevents it from sliding or skidding across the floor as you try to relax.

What the reviews say: There isn’t a heat option, but shoppers say they don’t miss it thanks to litany of customizable options. One reviewer even said that their partner returned their heated massager in exchange for this one after testing it out.

Dimensions: 3 x 3 x 6.3 inches | Weight: 8 ounces | Heat: No

The Tumaz Foot Roller is compact and lightweight for toting on the go. This easy-to-use foot massager works on any flat surface. Plus, its ergonomic shape is designed to cradle the foot arch with comfort. Simply roll your foot back and forth on the massager and let the grooves relieve tension and pain.

It can also relieve pressure across the calves, thighs and glutes. The purchase includes a manual and e-book that share user tips and techniques. And even better, the rolleer is made from high-density EVA foam and is latex-free.

What the reviews say: Several reviews note that it’s not heavy-duty enough to handle a lot of heavy pressure.

Dimensions: 16 x 16 x 10 | Weight: 11 pounds | Heat: Yes

The MIKO Foot Massager boasts many features to treat your aching feet with a shiatsu massager. Simply pop your feet into the independent foot chambers (roomy for up to a men’s size 13) to experience the rolling and shiatsu function across the soles and sides of your feet. This may deliver relief to your plantar fasciitis, neuropathy, stubborn knots and more. At the same time, the heat provides further relief for tense spots—and is just cozy. Plus, internal air pressure delivers squeezing across your entire foot.

The machine has five pressure settings to program alongside deep-kneading action, compression, light vibration and a built-in timer. It also comes with two wireless remotes (it’s handy to have a backup). One thing to note is that the massager is not wireless so you’ll need a plug within easy reach.

Dimensions: 11.1 x 2.2 x 6.5 Inches | Weight: 1.8 pounds | Heat: No

In an automated world, sometimes it’s nice to step back into using a manual product. That’s why our editors love TheraFlow’s Dual Foot Massager: the simple design, which is easy to use at home or on the go, digs deep into hard to reach areas, without needing to be charged, plugged in or maintained at all. 

The Dual Foot Massager is especially effective for those suffering from plantar fasciitis, a painful condition that causes inflammation of the thick band of tissue that connects the toes to the heel bone. Many massagers don’t target this area, but TheraFlow’s does, which gives it an added edge. 

The manual rolling design features multiple types of nodes for a variated massage, which adds another layer of relief. And at less than 20 bucks, this is a steal compared to more tech-y foot massagers. 

Dimensions: 23 x 16 x 10 inches | Weight: 19.9 pounds | Heat: Yes

Foot massagers come in all shapes and sizes, as do the feet they massage—and if your feet are on the larger end of the spectrum, you need a massager to accommodate them. This foot massager from Renpho massages in 15-, 20- and 30-minute increments, heats up around the whole foot and fits feet up to size men’s 14. 

This foot massager can also be used on your calves, forearms and hands, should you need some pain and ache relief on other areas of your body. The heat function of this shiatsu massager has three levels and can heat up to 122 Fahrenheit. 

If your feet or calves are on the wider side, you’re in luck: The chamber on this Renpho foot massager is 7.7 inches wide, so it can accommodate a variety of body types. On the downside, this foot massager weighs close to 20 pounds, so it’s not particularly travel-friendly or easy to move around. 

Dimensions: 19.9 x 13.4 x 5.3 inches | Weight: 6.9 pounds | Heat: Yes

Anyone who suffers from chronically achey feet knows the sweet relief that targeted heat can provide. With this massager, heat is combined with six massage heads that have 18 total massager nodes, each of which rotate, roll and pulsate pain away. It has an ergonomic shape that provides a comfortable surface to rest your feet on, but you can also choose to rest your calves or hamstrings on top, or even place it behind your back while sitting to massage other parts of your body.

What the reviews say: The massager has more than 16,000 5-star ratings. Shoppers say the heat “works great” and they appreciate that they can turn it on or off easily while using the massager.

Dimensions: 7 x 2.3 x 5.2 inches | Weight: 1.1 pounds | Heat: No

Traveling with creature comforts may sound like a lot of extra packing, but it’s possible to bring along your supplemental accessories if you buy the right tools. This small manual foot massager set is ideal for anyone on the go. The roller or the small balls can be used anywhere on the body, and are particularly effective at relieving pain from plantar fasciitis. The roller and balls increase circulation, relieve muscle soreness and can easily fit into any personal item or carry-on.

And good to know: They’re made with durable TPR and PVC material and are easily washable. 

Dimensions: 10.5 x 16.8 inches, max calf width 28.5 inches | Weight: 3.5 pounds | Heat: No

A foot massager is nice, but sometimes you need relief that extends a little further up the leg. That’s precisely why we like Fit King’s Air Massager for the foot and calf—it delivers an intense but relieving massage to both the foot and the calf, and improves circulation in both areas of the body. 

The Fit King uses air compression to alternate between squeezing and relaxing against the feet and calves, delivering a massage that can range from semi-relaxing (remember we said this massager is intense?) to almost painful. Choose between three pressure modes, and two massage modes to find the sensation that works for your body.