Nekteck Back Neck Shoulder Massager Reviews Summary

Nekteck Back Neck Shoulder Massager Review: Pros & Cons

Description: Shiatsu Neck and Back Massager with Soothing Heat, Nekteck Electric Deep Tissue 3D Kneading Massage Pillow for Shoulder, Leg, Body Muscle Pain Relief, Home, Office, and Car Use

Avg. Price: $49.99

Rating: 4.4
based on 235 reviews.

Massage Quality

Pros:

  • "Wonderful massage feeling, just the right amount of pressure & motion - hits all the right spots."
  • "This felt fantastic and helped work out knots in the exact places on the neck and shoulder causing me so much trouble."
  • "It worked great for muscle pain in my neck."
  • "Each time it relaxes me to sleep."
  • "It is surprisingly effective and very strong."
  • "Very handy to use and very effective."
  • "This product has turned out to be a game-changer."

Cons:

  • "The nekteck neck massager with heat is defective."
  • "In order to get a good massage you have to put your hands or arms into the loops on the device, which puts them at an uncomfortable angle."
  • "Its too bulky to place under back while lying down."
  • "After a few massages, the device isn't working anymore."
  • "Poor quality. Seams ripped on the fabric within a year, exposing the interior mechanisms."
  • "The rotating balls were very hard and uncomfortable unless you have a lot off muscle on your back."
  • "It consistently pinches and grabs your skin and creates bruising and knots in your neck!"

Customer Service

Pros:

  • "Update: Customer service on this item was above average."
  • "This incredible team goes above and beyond."
  • "This company did indeed send a refund and checked to make sure I received it."
  • "The company reached out and sent me a replacement for it."
  • "The seller is also very responsive with any questions and or concerns."
  • "I was contacted by the company and the matter has been resolved with 100% satisfaction."
  • "They are a company I will trust from here on out."

Cons:

  • "It won't power up or do anything, I emailed the company weeks ago and have received no help or response."
  • "Only criticism would be to make it a little easier to contact someone about this after a few months."
  • "Sent an email to the support team and I'm still waiting for a reply."
  • "I have notified customer service and was told I'm ineligible for an exchange!"
  • "I called customer service and was told they could do nothing as it was only good for 30 days."
  • "The company should replace this for free, but it's out of the 'Return Window'."
  • "Amazon won’t accept a return because it is beyond the return window despite the product being defective."

Product Durability

Pros:

  • "The new product works great and I actually think the heating part is better than the original one purchased."
  • "The company honored their one year warranty and I now have a replacement."
  • "To my surprise, the company sent out a replacement immediately."
  • "The massager itself is built to last a long time. The electronics are solid. The material is well stitched. It is strong and sturdy."
  • "I have owned 3 very, very expensive massagers almost identical to this one which all broke within 3 months of daily use. This one has been by far the most reliable."
  • "The company honored their 12 month warranty and is shipping me another unit. A+"
  • "After contacting the company they replaced the massager and so far, so good."

Cons:

  • "However, within 2 months it broke."
  • "It worked great for a month. I went to use it today and plugged in the rollers are struggling to move with even the lightest pressure."
  • "But within a few weeks and about 4 uses something came loose inside and rattled around."
  • "Bought in Feb 22, now Dec 22 and it won't turn on. Barely used, brand new condition and nothing!"
  • "This massager was great up until it randomly stopped turning on."
  • "The massage balls would stop spinning and the unit would shut off."
  • "Very disappointed in this massager! I bought this for my sister as a birthday present in October. She initially loved it, but by April it had completely died and wouldn’t recharge."

Design and Comfort

Pros:

  • "It’s easy to operate, plus is the perfect size for just about anyone."
  • "You can also use it on low back and legs."
  • "It massages 2 different ways."
  • "I bought one for my 84 year old father who is a disabled veteran and he loves it."
  • "I use this for my neck, shoulders, lower back and even hamstrings. the shiatsu action is great, and the heat helps, too."
  • "You can rotate and move the massager around to get to each muscle."
  • "It really kneads the muscles and you can get the exact spot."

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