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Compare the ZGi22 and Elite Optima

Most peoples research leads them back to ask the question, "I understand that the models you carry are the best in the industry, but what is the difference between the ZGi22 and the Optima?" Below we have tried to highlight the major differences between the 2 models.

Features	Elite Optima	ZGi22	Notes
Back Massage Stroke	30"	27"	The Optima can accommodate any height, but delivers a more thorough massage for people over 5'10" with its longer stroke length.
Massage Type	Shiatsu	Shiatsu	This is deep tissue massage
Strength	Very Strong	Strong	The Optima is more aggressive, but also has 6 intensity adjustments. The ZGi22 has 1 pre-determined strength but includes foam pads that can be inserted in and out of the back of the chair to vary the intensity
Seat	Dual Speed Vibration Motors	None	Optima includes heat
Back Massage	Kneading, Tapping, Rolling, Dual Action, Reverse Kneading, Reverse Dual Actions, Vibration, 6 intensity settings, 6 rolling speeds, Adjustable Width	Kneading, Tapping, Rolling, Adjustable Width	Dual Action: The Optima has an additional motor that allows you to run all 3 massage techniques simultaneously. The Optima has the ability to reverse the circular kneading direction and the circular dual action.
Automatic Programs	9	1	The ZGi22 offers a great full body automatic massage. The Optima offers several automatic massage programs targeting the full back or just one area of you back.
Calf Massage Features	3 dimensional calf massage with 3 speeds and manual width adjustments, small foam pads help adjust comfort levels, foot massage with width adjustment, extendable footrest allows you to extend the footrest for taller users	3 dimensional calf massage 3 speeds and flips out to massage your feet	The Optima calf massage is also longer and deeper to provide a greater massage surface allowing you to massage more of your leg/calf at the same time. The Optima also has a manual width adjustment that allows you to adjust the calf massage for different size legs or feet.
Heat	Yes	No	Optima has a fully heated back and seat
Zero Gravity Position	No, But is does have a 175 degree recline.	Yes	The ZGi22 is one of the only massage chairs in this price range on the market with zero gravity
Recline Motors	2	1	Due to the nature of the zero gravity position, the ZGi22 only uses 1 recline motor allowing the back and footrest to move as one unit. When you recline the ZGi22 the footrest automatically comes up. The Optima has 2 motors that allows you to operate the footrest and backrest recline angles independently.
Special Features	3D depth technology, Auto body scanner that finds your acupressure points	Zero Gravity Position, Inversion Therapy Position	The Optima has an advanced computer that will scan your back and take measurements then tailor the massage to whom ever is using the chair. In addition the Optima also has 3D depth technology allowing the chair to use depth and upward kneading pressure for a more realistic massage
Motors	11	8	The Optima also uses a special whisper drive transmission making the chair extremely quiet.
Warranty	5 years	5 years	Both the ZGi22 and Optima include energy efficient industrial strength motors. Elite uses the highest grade of motor available for use in a massage chair.
MSRP	$3995	$2595	Both greater quality chairs
Our Price	$2995	$1995

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