Massage chairs have evolved far beyond simple vibrating seats — they are now advanced wellness systems designed for full-body relaxation, deep muscle recovery, and daily stress relief. In the UAE, especially in fast-paced cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, more residents are turning to high-tech massage chairs as an investment in their long-term health and comfort. Whether you are seeking the perfect post-work unwind or regular muscle therapy at home, this guide showcases the top massage chair models for 2025, including Askona’s bestsellers tailored for modern UAE lifestyles.

Askona Performance Smart Jet

Massage Chair vs. Massage Therapist

While a massage therapist offers a one-time experience, a high-quality massage chair provides:

• Unlimited access at your convenience

• Long-term savings over repeated salon visits

• Privacy and comfort in your own home

Choosing a massage chair also removes the hassle of finding a reputable massage salon or therapist. With just one purchase, you gain years of stress relief with no appointments, no commute, and no risks of unclean environments or inexperienced specialists.

Askona Smart Jet Space Energy

Key Features of Massage Chairs

• 3D massage

3D massage technology replicates the realism of a manual massage, offering maximum similarity to the movements of human hands. The rollers not only move left/right and up/down but also in and out, penetrating up to 8 cm. This unique motion mimics the gentle pressure, rubbing, tapping, and kneading of a therapist’s hands.

• L-shaped or SL-shaped massage track

These tracks enable the massage mechanism to move from the neck to the buttocks. The rollers follow an S-shaped curve that aligns with the natural contours of the spine, providing deep and thorough massage coverage for the neck, shoulders, lower back, and buttocks.

Smart Jet Space features a 130 cm SL-shaped massage track—5 cm longer than the tracks in the Smart Jet and Smart Jet S models.

A. Neck and shoulders; B. All back; C. Lumbar; D. Buttocks; E. Hips

• Air compression cushions

Enjoy a personalized air massage for specific body parts — shoulders, arms, legs, or feet — or the entire body. You can adjust the intensity, duration, and strength of the air massage.

Smart Jet Space includes 36 air compression cushions. Smart Jet and Smart Jet S have 48 cushions, including those in the hip area.

• Zero-gravity mode

The zero-gravity position allows the body to fully relax, physically and mentally. The massage chair adjusts to create a state of optimal weightlessness, where body weight is evenly distributed, relieving pressure on the spine and muscles. The ideal angle between the upper body and legs is approximately 126±7 degrees, with the legs slightly elevated.

Smart Jet Space offers 3 zero-gravity positions, while Smart Jet and Smart Jet S offer only one.

 

• Automatic user height scanning

Built-in opto-sensor technology detects the user's shoulder and neck positions, enabling the chair to adapt to the individual's height. This ensures maximum massage efficiency by targeting the correct pressure points.

• Massage types

Massage types are typically combined with adjustable features such as speed, roller width, and the ability to focus on specific areas or the whole body.

Smart Jet and Smart Jet S offer 6 massage types (knocking, kneading, tapping, sync, shiatsu, and rhythm). Smart Jet Space includes 4 types (knocking, kneading, tapping, and tuina), with the ability to combine techniques.

• Back and knee heating

The heating function helps prepare muscles for a more effective massage. Heat relaxes the muscle structure, allowing rollers to penetrate deeply and work more efficiently. The safe and comfortable temperature range is 42–45°C. Warming the lower back can also help with conditions such as radiculitis and kidney discomfort.

• Automatic programs

Automatic programs combine various techniques and intensities to target different parts of the body. You can quickly select a program based on your current needs — no additional setup required.

Smart Jet Space offers 10 automatic programs, one more than Smart Jet and Smart Jet S.

• Control

All Askona chairs feature easy-to-use, non-manual controls.

Smart Jet and Smart Jet S use a remote control. Smart Jet Space includes a tablet and a quick launch panel for enhanced convenience.

  

• High-quality speakers & USB port

Listen to your favorite music through built-in stereo speakers. Simply connect via Bluetooth from your phone. A built-in USB port allows you to charge your phone while relaxing.

• Space-saving design

Massage chairs are compact and require minimal space. For example, the Smart Jet Space has overall dimensions of 82 x 160 cm. Thanks to a special transformation mechanism, you only need 10 cm behind the chair and 20 cm in front to accommodate reclining — ideal for smaller spaces.

Which Askona Chair Should You Choose?

	Askona Smart Jet	Askona Smart Jet S	Askona Jet Space Energy
Max. user weight	120kg	120kg	120kg
Massage technology	3D	2D	2D
Track length	125 cm	125 cm	130 cm
Back and knee heating	+	Back warming	+
Foot and calf massage	Feet massage	Feet massage	Feet and calves massage
Zero-G mode	1 level	1 level	3 levels
Automatic body scanning	yes	yes	yes
Massage types	6	6	4
Timer settings	10/20/30 minutes	10/20/30 minutes	5/10/15/20/25/30 minutes
USB port	yes	no	yes
Phone slot	no	no	yes
Bluetooth	yes	yes	yes
Controls	Remote control	Remote control	Tablet + Quick launch panel
Space saving	10 cm away from the wall	15 cm away from the wall	10 cm away from the wall
Dimensions (LxHxW)	Stationary position: 162x121x82 Unfolded position: 174x102x82	Stationary position: 148x115x72 Unfolded position: 164x193x72	Stationary position: 147x131x78 Unfolded position: 181x94x78

Important Health Considerations

While massage chairs are generally safe, consult your doctor before use if you have any of the following conditions:

• Pregnancy

• Varicose veins

• Skin diseases

• Chronic gastrointestinal or urological disorders

• Acute infections

• Malignant tumors

• Serious musculoskeletal problems

  

Explore Askona's full massage chair collection and bring wellness home today.