Hyperice Venom 2 Back Review: What I Love + What I Don't

Like most Americans, my workday is pretty sedentary. Even with my standing desk and walking pad, I spend my fair share of time sitting—and I have the lower-back pain (and Oura notifications) to prove it.

This daily intrusion has led me to try a lot of lower-back pain remedies. And let me say, the recommendations are endless when more than 619 million people globally1 struggle with the same issue as you.

The Venom 2 arrived fully charged—and I was breathing a sigh of relief within minutes of unboxing the massager. Confession: I didn't even open the instruction manual on my first use.

To operate, you'll simply wrap the device around your back with the control panel situated in the front. Each panel has three buttons for power, heat, and vibration.

I'm a big fan of massage guns, but the Hyperice Venom 2 Back offers something those devices can't: a hands-free design. I love that I can wear it while I'm working or completing tasks around the house—and the slim design makes it even more convenient.

Heat is the standout feature of this back wrap—and I was shocked by how quickly I felt the warmth. Unlike a heating pad that takes minutes to warm up, the Venom 2 was hot within seconds of pressing the power button.

As mentioned, I do try to take frequent breaks from sitting throughout the day. But sometimes prolonged periods are unavoidable, and that's when I really start to feel the aches and pains in my lower back. 

When compared to massage guns, midday stretches, PEMF mat sessions, and time on my acupressure mat, the Venom Back 2 offers the most instant relief—and that's saying a lot since I swear by all of the above.

Of course, no at-home device is without its qualms. In a perfect world, the Venom 2 Back would be a bit more portable. It's great for using around the house, but the device is too bulky for travel.

If you suffer from lower-back pain, the Venom 2 Back is a worthwhile investment (especially with the current promotion). The instant, soothing relief has significantly improved my work days, and I love knowing I have it as an option when my aches and pains start acting up.

The Venom 2 is also great for anyone who deals with intense period cramps that interfere with their day-to-day—and sheer convenience sets it apart from any other at-home recovery device I've tried.

I'm a bit of an at-home recovery junkie—but I don't add new devices to my routine lightly. The Hyperice Venom 2 Back offers unmatched relief from aches and pains in my lower back—and it does so without interfering at all with my day-to-day. Try it for yourself and save $40 during the brand's Labor Day sale.