Osaki OS-Pro Maxim Review: Massage Chair TESTED [Nov. 2017]

Osaki is a top name in the world of massage chairs. Their line runs the gamut from price and features, their reputation is solid, and they are well respected for their adherence to quality, technology, and comfort.

The Osaki OS-Pro Maxim is no exception when it comes to the benefits of their entire range of models, but there are a few things that cause it to stand out from the rest.

If you're looking for a chair priced squarely in the mid-range, but want just about all the features you'd get in a luxury chair, you'll want to check out the OS-Pro Maxim.

It's a swinging deal for the price point.

Combination L-track and S-track Roller System

Most massage chairs these days incorporate the s-track roller system, and some, but not all, utilize the L-track. The L-track basically means you get more of a full body massage with the rollers.

If you imagine yourself sitting in a chair, think of the "L" as running from the base of your head at your neck, down the length of your back, and curving around your buttocks, ending at the tops of the backs of the thighs at your hamstring muscles.

That's the range of the L-track, and it's not as common in mid-range chairs, or any chairs, really. 

The S-track system is one in which the massage rollers follow the natural contour, or s-shape, of your spine.

As opposed to the L-track, the S-track is more of an industry standard.

The track allows for the rollers to move in and out as opposed to just up and down your back.

The result is a deeper tissue massage, and one that is more akin to what you get from a real human massage therapist.

So, together, the L- and S-track systems are pretty fabulous for delivering a deep tissue, highly therapeutic massage.

The rollers moving in and out along the muscles that parallel the spine, neck, buttocks are soothing and great not only for incredible relaxation and stress relief, but also strong enough to target tight, sore muscles and knots.

This is a good intensity for post-workout tension as well. 

And if you suffer from headaches or tightness in your neck, you can push the head and neck pillow out of the way for a more intense neck and base-of-the-skull massage. The health benefits from a daily massage of this sort speak for themselves.

Touch Screen Tablet Remote

If one of the factors that has kept you from making the leap to owning your own home massage chair is the pain of having yet another electronic device to master, fear not.

The remote control on the OS-Pro Maxim is a touch screen tablet, which is highly intuitive and incredibly easy to use. The icons are big, the display is excellent, and the programs easy to decipher.

Hurry Up and Relax Feature

There are over twelve programs to choose from, and you can customize to your heart's content using the manual mode, choosing from all of the usual suspects when it comes to massage types: Shiatsu, Swedish, tapping, kneading, rolling, and clapping. 

But if you just want to sit down, turn off your brain, relax, and get to unwinding, there's a great general feature.

With one press, the chair automatically reclines and the ottoman extends. Once the chair is fully reclined, the ottoman begins to retract.

When it gets to your exact length, you just tap it with your toes, and it stops. So, you get the perfect fit, the chair accommodating your exact height.

The OS-Pro Maxim also incorporates body scanning technology, which scans your body so that the massage accommodates the exact location of your acupressure points. 

At this point, the massage starts. So, there's nothing for you to do except breathe deeply, enjoy the therapy, and de-stress.

Other Features

In addition to the more unique of its features that cause it to stand out, the OS-Pro Maxim has everything you'd expect to find in a quality massage chair these days, including a sharp design.

It has zero gravity positioning, and you can add heat to the lumbar area. There are foot rollers for the soles of your feet, which again, you often don't find in a chair in this price range.

Bluetooth compatibility and speakers are built right in, so you can pair your favorite device and listen to music, nature, or a podcast.

It comes equipped with 21 airbags, so you get excellent full body compression massage, even though some of the higher end chairs have twice as many air cells. 

Comparisons

Titan 3D

Speaking of which, enter the Titan 3D. If air cells are your, ahem, bag (couldn't resist!), then the Titan 3D is gonna be a bit more squarely in your wheelhouse.

Boasting 79 in total, the Titan 3D delivers an amazing full body compression massage that is best in class.

You can add them to the roller massage or have them work on their own, independently. This is a great chair for increasing circulation and blood flow.

Osaki 4000LS

If you are outfitting a smaller space or apartment and you want something close to the OS-Pro Maxim, check out the 4000LS.

It's got many of the same therapeutic benefits, with the addition of an adjustable shoulder massage.

The real advantage, however, is the space-saving capability. You can recline fully with only two inches of space between the chair and the wall, thanks to the track.

Ogawa Refresh

If budget is a top concern, you can save a little dough by going with the Ogawa Refresh.

Utilizing something they call the smart curve, you get a great back massage from the Refresh via quad rollers.

This isn't an s-track system, but you do get a deep, restorative massage that conforms to your spine in a similar fashion.

The Ogawa also features a touch screen remote, similar to the OS-Pro Maxim, and with a visual rendering of your body, it's easy to target specific areas and choose programs that suit your needs, stress, mood, or tight spots.

Conclusion

Overall, the OS-Pro Maxim is quite an impressive chair for the price tag. It's available in online distribution stores and of course, Amazon. The warranty is excellent, covering parts and labor for a year, parts for a second, and structure for a third.

Customer reviews are resoundingly positive, and very few users experience difficulty or dissatisfaction. If you want to add a quality massage chair to your living room or workspace, the OS-Pro Maxim is a hard one to beat.