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by Oliver Fischer
Products the world doesn’t need: the SKG Leg Massager BM3
13.2.2023
Translation: Jessica Johnson-Ferguson
Boy oh boy, do I have a slating for you. Which is a pity, really. But there’s no sugarcoating it. Why? Because the Leg Massager BM3 by SKG should be listed in the category «products the world doesn’t need».
First up, I’d like to disclaim that I like products. And I like to like products. That’s why I generally prefer writing about sports gear that’s great. I take less pleasure in writing a negative review than a puff piece.
Today, however, there was no avoiding it. After all, we’re talking about this leg massager by SKG:
I don’t want to waste your precious time. I realise you have more important things to do than read a long-winded product review. Especially if the conclusion is: don’t bother getting it.
With this in mind, I’ll keep it short and sweet.
Cons
Pros
- It’s wireless
These are my insights on the product in a nutshell. If you want a bit more detail, keep on reading.
What the Leg Massager BM3 by SKG claims to do
Put to the test: what’s it good at?
I used the massager on the right side of my body after working out. I didn’t do anything for my left side. In total, I put the Leg Massager to use six times. Twice on my right foot, twice on my right calf, twice on my right upper arm. I did this after an hour of strength training and about the same amount of time on my gravel bike.
The effect? Nothing. I felt zero difference between the left and right side of my body. And yet, there are products out there by other manufacturers that definitely have an effect. I recently discovered this after using Therabody’s RecoveryAir JetBoots. Here’s my review of it:
However, what the various modes and levels are good for is left unexplained. It also remains unclear when you should add temperature. Neither the manual nor the manufacturer’s website contain any information on this. What about the SKG-App? It doesn’t support the product.
My verdict: thanks. But no thanks.
To wrap up, I’ll keep it short again. SKG’s Leg Massager BM3 should be listed in the category «products the world doesn’t need». Should you buy it? No way.
On its website, SKG states: «Communication with customers is our number one priority. Reply within 24 hours on working days.» And, true to their promise, the manufacturer got back to me by e-mail within 24 hours. They responded to my inquiry regarding the detailed functions of the BM3 Leg Massager. I was sent the same vague user manual that already came with the product again. Not very helpful.
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Patrick Bardelli
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Patrick.Bardelli@digitecgalaxus.chFrom radio journalist to product tester and storyteller, jogger to gravel bike novice and fitness enthusiast with barbells and dumbbells. I'm excited to see where the journey'll take me next.
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