Hi,

Need some information about massage, massage chairs and the brands. Sorry if the questions seem dumb.

1. brands. Osim, ogawa, gintell l. Have I missed any sold in Malaysia?
2. In terms of rank, which is best followed by and.....? Any good online brands? Lots selling in lazada.
3. How long does a massage chair lasts? Longevity? If spoilt then you have a 5000+ chair. Can it be fixed? Any insurance sold with the chairs?
4. I've read online that some massage chairs are not suitable for some people. Especially the kind that massage too hard like crushing your bones. True?
5. The feeling of stress relief is due to the rupture of small blood vessels at the ends of the limbs. Also it is why your limbs are reddish in colour. True? I've had my feet massage at KL once, near bukit bintang or so, after massage, when I walk, felt like barefoot. Can feel the tarmac, felt the cement. Quite painful. Never felt like that in my entire life. Also, last time getting massage. Went with a friend who really into massages.
6. If 4 & 5 are true, just get something that rubs gently behind your back? I assume that chairs have lots of massage setting function so that you can choose something not brutal.

This post has been edited by mystvearn: Jul 13 2019, 06:43 PM

Using Ogawa chair for around 9 years now, still works fine

How long is the warranty and any ideas what happens if it dies?

I think it was for 3 or 5 years warranty. Don’t know what happen if it’s spoilt as touch wood, it’s still working fine.

Also want to tumpang question, how is the power consumption? Wonder hoe much increase in electric bill if use often, scared it become like aircon

Good question

Massage chair is not for everyone. I feel it's not enough to make u feel 'syiok' or 'lega'. But my father in law likes it so we bought him a gintel despace.

But i bought the beetle foot massage damn good. Better than the 10k massage chair foot part and it's after effect is impressive.

1. Those are the more popular brands in the market.

2. I'm not sure which is the best brand. I only bought from Osim. I think it's better to invest in a reliable one than to buy a cheap but not lasting one. Can pay by instalments, with no interest.

3. How lasting? My first unit, I bought 10 years ago. Still using it today. The 2nd unit, more functions, can massage harder, been using for more than 1 year only. Asked once to come service it at my house then they reminded me to ask them to service again before warranty expires in 2 years time.

4. Not sure it can crush bones lol. Just to be safe, if have health problem or recovering from operation, I think better don't use it.

5. Not sure about blood vessel rupture, but after massage, body will feel hot a bit because of blood circulating our body, also certain part of the chair produces heat during massage. A bit warm only, not hot. A good foot massage, is important for our body. Just as a set of good tyres working for our cars.

6. I won't say it's brutal. You can choose what type of massage chairs that you are looking for. Best if you go around and try them before buying.

Thank a for the reply. I did try the foot massager, forgot which brand where you put your foot. The machine is almost as high as your knees. Not nice at all. Crushing feet like the one I went to m, but even worse

Wow! Can last so long?
I always thought that 2-3 years, the motor sure rosak

It probably also boils down to how often it is used (and how long) - pretty much like tv nowadays. The motor probably has a lifespan of a few thousand hours so the more often it is used, the shorter the lifespan of the motor.

If you don't feel comfortable using it, stop using it then.

I think a good foot massage machine is not the chair type. It should be those that you place both your feet on it, then it uses acupuncture points to massage the bottom of your feet only. I only trust such machines made in Japan or Taiwan. I don't see any commercial brands offering such machines in the market.

I use it almost daily, as a chair for me to take my afternoon nap. 😄

The most I use just 1 or 2 sessions a day..

Any motor can rosak easily if you abuse it. Don't keep repeating to use it for long hours.

So many pesky spambots

The leather never spoiled meh? Usually after few years starting to crack. My house got one still working but the leather cannot liao. Just collecting dust there

Loctor you also kuat spam serious k to collect star. How is your post helping Ts? Same as this post of mine. Collecting star

No, I've been posting at Education/FBI/Jobs & Career section and helping them clean up the spam (I'm a little OCD when it comes to that) - but those sections remove spam posts far faster than here...

On an unrelated note, I go with OSIM. Have been a faithful OSIM user since their Millennium or Symphony chair series back in the late 1990s. Now we've got a small little sofa massage chair, as it goes pretty well with the house decor, as opposed to the last one we got prior to trading it in (the uLove or uDivine, one of them). The motors run forever, and I'll use it at least once every 3 or so days, especially after a theatre day. The leather is PU (not real leather) but with the occasional cleaning and PU care products, I've never had any issues with cracking.

Yeah a bit crack on the headrest piece and don’t think it’s real leather

This post has been edited by kkkw80: Jul 17 2020, 11:54 AM

anyone tried getha massage chair? Is it good?
there is fair where buying mattress get free getha massage chair. wondering is it worth getting it?

Anyone tried SnowFit?

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Foot reflexology SGD10 China brand can trust?

Dear sifus,

Looking at Osim Ulove3 with price tag of RM21K. Wifey planning to get one because of work stress and lack of time to get actual massage. Anyone using this or any comments to share with regards to Osim?

Thanks sifus.

I've been using Ulove, not sure which older version but it cost about rm16k when I bought it.

So far so good, I'm still enjoy using it.

I think it's best to try it out and to feel if it's suitable for her or not.

Actually I'm quite tempted to upgrade, if they offer good price for my old one. Haha.

I have an old model of faulty Ogawa foot massage machine, Ogawa can provide repair service for out of warranty product or not?

Seems like OSIM is the favourite here. Looking one for my mother too.

i would think OSIM is the most premium and reputable one.
perhaps they do good marketing, and brand image.

Welll- get what fits your pocket ba. Other brand also can use- each got its pro and cons. ( like Mercedes vs Myvi)

Itsu- as heard is local brand. previous OGAWA founder sold OGAWA to SG company, and now restarting its own brand.

Now- a few words for consideration - compare to massage outside.
> massage outside definitely give better result, apply more pressure to the sensitive point.
> it is cheaper or more expensive? depends how often you massage ba. if use massage chair daily then definitely cheaper.
> it is convieneint- don't need drive, don't need appointment. can massage when take a nap ( i feel a bit too hot) or when watching TV.
> it is more hygiene.

yes- build in some cost for repair after a few years. there are parts that can subject to wear and tear.

but yes- the result is more for relaxing, and cant give deep massage.

PS: lets continue to keep this topic in the right context.
PS 2: OSIM pannai marketing- got a menu for you pick the type of massage, and match it with music. Best effect is with the eye massager.

I've got an OSIM, going to be around 5 years. i used average twice a week ba. it is wrapped up quite warm, so recommended to put near aircond.
and yes- many people bought already seldom used, end up like exercise bike ( use to keep clothes which are washed, yet to fold/iron)

This post has been edited by Clueless07: Jun 6 2022, 09:41 PM

Dear sifus,

After much survey, i purchased ULove3 because it has sensor to detect any irregularity within your sprain and apply the method to correct it. Apparently it's one of their patented features. Will update more info later and welcome any questions from Ktards.

I used to design and manufacture these things.
Typically the motors last a very long time. Easily 10 years. We got stuff used everyday since the 90s still ok.

If there is air compressor and air bags, these usually develop leak after awhile. All the squeezing functions use air.

The cushion foam will slowly get compressed over the years. So what started as comfortable, won't be after some time. The fabric, depends on what quality. Good leather will last forever with care. With some basic research you can quickly find out what fabric they use.

Features and comfort you go try yourself la. Chairs are very individual things as everyone's body is different.

This post has been edited by djtong: Jun 7 2022, 03:01 AM

Mine is over 5 yrs I think. Motor stlll fine, just one of the button Rosak.

hahah... really got so smart meh?
how does it detect? lol.......

Initially I'm curious just like you. So they have this patented IOT sensor that scan and collect info on your spine which the chair will give personalized treatment. Just like Fitbit, there's another sensor to collect your info such as BPM, HRV etc in which will indicate the stress level etc. Anyway just go check up if you are keen.

Do you have contact for service?
I have an old Ogawa massage chair.
The squeezing function feels weak.

Sure, I don't mind having a look.
PM me.
Which model?

please check your PM

Previuosly I google for massage chair n found similar one in China selling at most 20% of the price here. Anyone bought directly from China?

Used to bought 2 massage chair. Ogawa and osim. At 1st feel syok la. But later macam no rasa d. Then I try massage gun. Syok also

Hi, i have an old model Ogawa foot massage machine, airbag no filling in, how and where can i get it repaired ya?

red shop

Can PM me.

Gintell S5 good?

My place here only sell gintell

I just went OSIM, Ogawa & Gintell today, Snowfit last week, tried almost all the range for each brand, in the end I bought Gintell S5, IMO, the best deal in terms of comfort, relaxation and value!

Great to hear that. How much u buy?

And two year warranty?

Already sold

This post has been edited by hianlc: Oct 2 2025, 05:12 PM

So after 2 years, mind to review?

As i almost bought Osim U Love 3 too last week. But after reading reviews, contemplating to buy Ogawa Maestro now as they offer 5 yrs warranty as compared to Osim 2 yrs.

Pls advise, thanks

Mind to share what price Osim offer you for U Love 3 ?

Mind to share what price Osim offer you for U Love 3 ?