Kahuna SM 9000 Review

Kahuna is getting better each time with the models of massage chairs that it introduces in the market.

However, this review is aimed at informing you not only about the impressive things that this massage chair can offer. We will also tackle those departments where we think the chair fell short.

We will go through everything about this massage chair—the features, the benefits, the pros and cons, what its users are saying and even the section where we give you alternatives or other options of massage chairs that might also fulfill your requirements.

Main features

This chair provides a relaxing touch that lets you forget about stress. It merely makes you feel weightless as your back is firmly pressed by the force of gravity that it creates. Moreover, as the rollers do their thing, you will enjoy every minute of your massage.

Zero-gravity seating

This feature adds to the overall quality of the massage that the user will experience. It provides many advantages, the reason why many customers looking for a chair would check out if this feature is available and Kahuna never disappoints in this area. 

This chair provides a relaxing touch that lets you forget about stress. It merely makes you feel weightless as your back is firmly pressed by the force of gravity that it creates. Moreover, as the rollers do their thing, you will enjoy every minute of your massage.

The Kahuna SM 9000 massage chair provides a single zero-gravity seating position, and although some may expect it to offer more positions considering its price, reviews online showed that this is not a deal-breaker for customers. They were otherwise satisfied with it.

Hybrid L/S tracks and 6 rollers

The addition of two more rollers from the industry-standard four rollers is one of the exciting features of the SM 9000. This is not a first in the market, though as some companies had realized the concept.

It is not surprising that Kahuna has introduced the six rollers in this new model even if it has been doing perfectly well in its quad-roller models. After all, the company has always been striving for perfection, and they want to offer their customers with no less than the best massage experience.

The rollers are heated, adding to the soothing effect that it can dispense to your entire back area. Moreover, because it is built around an L-track which goes under the seat so the rollers can include massaging the back of your thighs, this winning combination will give you a massage experience unlike any other.

Yoga stretch

This body stretch function is also available in its other models and is highly regarded by many of its users to be an excellent addition to all of its features. The SM 9000 sports prominently this stretch feature which became an instant favorite of many users.

Individuals who are suffering from chronic back pain will surely find this advantageous because it is effective and works similarly as if you are getting a treatment from your chiropractor. (1) That’s something that you can get any time you desire without leaving your home.

Kahuna SM 9000 - Detailed review

The Kahuna SM 9000 is a massive piece of furniture and is designed for tall and big people to comfortably fit. It weighs more than 200 lbs and can accommodate users weighing over 300 pounds or those who are up to 6 feet and 5 inches tall.

Aesthetically, this chair will not give you more as it is practically designed to deliver excellent massage results. In fact, its leg ports are still visible even when they are not in used, unlike other massage chairs.

However, despite its enormous size, this massage chair is built with space-saving technology, allowing you to fully recline in it even if it is just a few inches from any wall it is positioned near.

The exciting line of features of this massage chair makes it an outstanding choice, especially if you want more than just a massage. For instance, the SM 9000 features chromotherapy, something that you cannot usually find in most massage chairs.

Its side to side soft blue LED lights adds to the relaxing and therapeutic value of the chair, giving you more out of your massage experience.

Kahuna also gives it all in equipping the chair with six rollers. The two sets of three rollers are arrayed in the shape of a triangle with two at the bottom and one at the top of every set. The soothing effect of the heated rollers comforts the whole of your back.

The way it works seems like human hands are doing the trick. It works even more incredibly with the combination of the L-track that works under the seat to enable the rollers to massage the back of your thighs. And to provide you with deeper massage, Kahuna equipped the SM 9000 with zero-gravity seating.

Massage techniques and programs

When it comes to the massage techniques, this massage chair offers the necessary tapping, kneading, knocking, and the combination of tapping and kneading and shiatsu as an advanced technique. There is nothing much that you can expect, and you probably can see the same methods in less expensive chairs.

However, Kahuna has its way of drawing the interest of its customers, and that includes adding exceptional auto programs such as yoga, stretching, recovery, calming, renew, relief, and music sync.

Yoga is perfect for anyone who seeks for more aggressive stretching and higher roller intensity. It is somewhat similar to the stretching massage only with greater strength. Stretching lets, you enjoy a gentle massage experience for ten minutes that helps you relax after a long and tiring day.

If you often complain about the pain after a workout or any strenuous activity, a ten-minute Recovery massage is a sure-fire way to deal with that. However, if you are up for relaxation that puts you to sleep, the calming program is a great choice. 

This massage lasts for ten minutes and combines gentle action of the roller with rhythmic rocking. That’s sure to help you sleep. If a quick massage is what you need, the renewed program, which lasts for eight minutes is all that it takes.

To ease muscle pain, the Relief program is a good option, providing you with a deep massage that uses a combination of heat and techniques. You can enjoy this program for twenty minutes. 

If you prefer to listen to music while you enjoy your massage, the music sync technique can help you achieve just that. In this program, the way the roller moves synchronize with the music or beat that you listen to.

Since these techniques are pre-programmed, this massage chair does not allow you to extend or adjust the duration of the massage. You might need to wait until the massage is over or restart if you need to enjoy it some more.

Special features

There is no specific information that Kahuna provided in terms of the number of airbags in this model, but they range from 32 to 36 after some analysis.  They deliver excellent massage results.  Using the remote, you can control the specific area of the body where the roller can work. You can also adjust the air massage intensity of your choice.

The rollers are heated so the whole of your back can benefit from the heat as well as the massage. This is something that you cannot find in other chairs as they only offer heat on the lumbar area. Kahuna raised the bar higher in this massage chair because the seat pad in the lumbar area is also heated. Even the footwells are heated so your calves and feet can be relieved from pain.

The foot and calf massage is another incredible feature of the Kahuna SM 9000 that you will surely love and they are both rendered in different ways. The foot massage is delivered through a combination of rollers and airbags while the calf massage is delivered through a series of airbags.

The good thing about it is that using the remote, you can control the intensity of the massage and you can choose from the available three-foot massage options namely rolling, scraping or kneading. Along with the extensive heat that the chair generates, you will surely achieve greater therapeutic value. 

The Yoga stretch is an amazing addition to the features of the Kahuna SM 9000. It is not overly aggressive but guarantees to help ease chronic back pain.

This chair suits even tall people so there is no need to worry if you are 6 feet and 5 inches in height. The chair comes with an extendable ottoman that makes it possible to accommodate even tall individuals.

The learning curve can present quite a challenge, especially because of the way the remote is designed. This is one of the issues we have seen and we hoped that Kahuna can improve in this department in its upcoming models, especially in the SM series.

Kahuna SM 9000 - Specifications

Customers are saying

There are a lot of positive reviews and great comments about the Kahuna SM 9000. Undeniably, this chair offers more than just a relaxing experience. The extras that come with it are pretty admirable, too, especially for those who want to make the most out of their massage experience.

One customer noted how he liked the chair that it is detailed and almost like a human touch. Another user felt satisfied with the way the massage chair and its techniques and features helped with his body aches. Using the chair for a short while allowed them to feel the difference it did to their body. Someone can’t help but express his delight with the 5-year warranty that comes with the chair.

However, despite having a higher rating, with more customers giving it a 5-star rating, we can’t set aside some issues that were also mentioned in the reviews. Some were quite unhappy with the installation manual as well as the air pressure control. The latter was said to provide the same intensity even after making adjustments.

However, all in all, its customers and users were delighted. They recommend this chair to anyone who seeks for more than just a massage but an incredible experience.

Conclusion