Foot spa at the touch of a button? - A footbath tested
25.7.2017
Translation: machine translated
Swollen feet? Especially after long, strenuous days, there is nothing more relaxing for stressed feet than a foot bath. The well-tempered water and the bubble massage ensure relaxation. The ETM test magazine extensively tested the "FB 30" foot bath from Beurer to see how well the model performs. Find out here whether the Beurer FB30 is worth buying.
A foot bath helps with tired feet. But how good is the collapsible footbath from Beurer? The ETM test magazine tested the foot bath with its functions and assessed it from various aspects.
Test procedure and criteria
Function (50% weighting):
To assess the heat retention function, the water temperature was measured and recorded at regular intervals over the maximum operating time of 40 minutes. When evaluating the massage mode, the vibration and bubble massage functions were tested. As the evaluation of the massage functions is subjectively assessed by the testers, all persons were interviewed in isolation. Finally, an average value was calculated from the results of the individual assessments.
Handling (20% weighting):
The handling of the footbath was assessed. In addition to filling and emptying the water, this also included transporting the device, whereby the weight was primarily taken into account. The test team also assessed the external and internal design of the operating instructions.
Equipment (20% weighting):
In addition to the equipment features, the testers also checked the built-in jets of the whirlpool massage function. Material quality and workmanship were also taken into account in the assessment.
Stability (10% weighting):
The stability of the device was tested, among other things, by having all test subjects attempt to move or tilt the footbath with their feet in various ways during operation.
Test result
Overall rating: "good" (89.7%)
Function: 4.5/5, handling: 4.5/5, features: 4.5/5, stability 4.5/5
Advantages: space-saving storage, stability, low weight, pedicure attachment
Disadvantage: intensity cannot be changed, scale is difficult to read
Conclusion
The footbath is not only easy to transport, but also easy to use. With the help of the accompanying measuring cup, filling it is no trouble at all. With a volume of 6 litres, the water level is high enough to completely cover the feet with water. It is easy to operate using an easily accessible button on the front. The maximum operating time of 40 minutes is sufficient for an extensive footbath. The functions are not very comprehensive, but this was perfectly adequate for the testers. The lack of an option to adjust the intensity of the massages was described by the testers as a minor drawback. The keep-warm function kept the water at a pleasant temperature. The footbath was perceived by the majority as relaxing and revitalising. The light function was also largely perceived as positive. The small pumice stone, which makes it easy to care for the feet during the footbath, proved to be an additional plus point. The operating volume was rated as pleasant and was not disturbing in any way. The fact that the bath can be easily closed proved to be an advantage, especially in small households.
To the "ETM-Testmagazin" test report
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