The Oxiline TENS XS Pro is the number one recommended TENS device for good reason. It includes the perfect combination of simplicity and performance for both home and professional use. With 6 main modes and 24 sub-modes, it can provide highly customizable therapy sessions. However, it was not difficult to use thanks to its responsive 5” touchscreen display. The TENS XS also includes 6 of Oxiline’s patented electrode pads that provide good adhesion and current distribution. The pads come in 3 different shapes which are ideal to target different areas of the body. We were impressed by the significant difference and precision between one therapy mode to the other. Whether it was a change in rhythm, flow, or intensity, the current stream felt clean and deep. This device is clearly built with high-grade components. At just 10 ounces the X is lightweight yet it aluminum casing feels compact and durable. Oxiline includes a lifetime warranty on the TENS XS PRO and will replace it for free if it has any issues.

The HiDow XPD12 is one of the most expensive devices on the market. It is built with excellent components and provides very precise current distribution. It includes 12 modes with 20 intensity levels. It is very customizable and precise. This device may be ideal for professional users. However, there are some downfalls to consider. One major one is the battery life. This unit is smaller than a smartphone and includes a low mah battery. Therefore users reported that it required a charge after every 2 hours of use. Additionally, the interface is quite confusing and requires some memorizing. When it comes to function it is a very good device, showcasing all the benefits of TENS therapy, however, this unit might be ideal for professional users.

This wireless TENS unit is comfortable to use and versatile during therapy. It allows the user full control while not having wires attached to each electrode pad. It has a controller with several modes in both EMS and TENS functions. Most people enjoyed the experience of using this wireless type device since it allows additional freedom, however, there were some important setbacks to consider. Similar to the HiDow device, there’s the problem with low battery life. The Wireless Pods tended to run out of battery after every 45 minutes. Even though they charge up fast it is not ideal. Second, the controller display is outdated and a bit troublesome to use. The digits are small and with no visual cues, it requires you to memorize a lot of settings. This device may not be ideal for professional or recurrent users. It would be a comfortable choice for sporadic users that prefer the wireless function. 

The Techcare massager is a touchscreen, dual-channel, and wired TENS unit. It includes 6 massage modes and 4 levels of intensity. It does provide solid current precision, however, it does not have as much versatility and customization as other options out there. We found that the jumps in intensity were too severe. From levels 2-3 the intensity can even become unbearable for some. Additionally, the included pads were not as adhesive as other options. The touchscreen did prove to be a great user experience.

The Neuro MD was developed specifically follower back pain. It includes an electrical stimulation device that is already attached to an electrode pad. That means that the source of current is already on the pad itself. This allows the device to be controlled wirelessly and provides reliable precision. However, it can prove uncomfortable to wear in various positions such as sitting or laying while facing up. Even though this may seem like the ideal choice for back pain, regular electrode pads proved more comfortable to use than this method. Additionally, it cannot be easily used in other parts of the body like the shoulders, arms, or legs. For the price, one would expect complete versatility of use, for that reason the Neuro MD falls short.

The Omron Max Power relief is a versatile TENS unit. It’s a dual-channel device that includes 2 electrode pads with ideal shapes to target several areas of the body. It’s small, portable, and easy to use. However, when it comes to current precision the Omron device falls short. Even at low levels, it showed random spikes in current power making it unstable. It includes 8 therapy modes, however, there was no notable difference between half of those modes. This device is not intended at all for professional use. The controller itself looks outdated with no touchscreen or backlight functions.