10 Best Acupressure Mats UK 2024 | Bed of Nails, Shakti and More

Our number one choice is this acupressure mat from Lixada. The reason it has taken our number one spot is mostly down to the spikes. With over eleven thousand, they should hit every pressure point possible, leaving you feeling calm, relaxed and pain-free in no time! 

The pack includes a standard mat made from 100% cotton fabric, a pillow with 1,593 points, two spikey balls that are perfect for self-massage, and a handy little bag to hold everything in. The cover is also completely machine washable, making cleaning it between sessions that much easier. 

Our runner up is this acupressure mat from Tomoshoo. This pack not only comes with a full-sized mat and pillow, but two spikey massage balls, which you can use to work out those knots once and for all! 

The mat itself is made from 100% cotton, and the spikes from a non-toxic, recyclable plastic. You also have a choice of seven different designs and colours, so you'll easily be able to find one that perfectly matches your style and zen space. 

This three-piece set from Spoonk contains a regular-sized acupressure mat with 6200 spikes, a travel-sized mat, and a bag to carry it all in! You can either use the travel mat for specific parts of your body, such as your shoulders or feet, or you can roll it up to use as a pillow for working out tension in your neck.  

This mat gets bonus points for being made from sustainable materials. It has a 100% organic cotton cover, which can be removed and hand-washed, with spikes made from non-toxic, hypoallergenic ABS plastic. 

Featuring both an acupressure mat for the body and a pillow for the head, this set from Pro 11 Wellbeing provides an excellent full-body experience. Both mats contain high-quality spikes to tease your pressure points, with the mat and pillow containing just under six thousand combined.

The mat itself is made from 100% natural coconut fibre, with the outer material composed of 100% thick, high-quality cotton, meaning that not only is it durable, but an eco-friendly choice. The mat is also breathable and damp-proof, which reduces the chances of mildew and mould!

Bed of Nails has become a bit of a cult classic when it comes to acupressure mats, and for a good reason! They produce a range of mats in various sizes and colours, but this one in particular caught our eye. 

It has a total of 8,820 spikes, which is a considerable amount, so you won't need to worry about whether it will hit all of your pressure points. The mat is made from 100% organic cotton and the spikes are made using a non-toxic, recyclable HIPS plastic, making this a top choice for both you and the planet. 

With over 2000 reviews on Amazon and a 4.5-star rating, this mat from Base Yoga has definitely got a following. At just under 7000, this mat contains an incredible number of spikes, which are made from plastic without a glue gun in sight!

The set comes complete with a pillow to assist in relieving that agonising neck pain, and a handy travel bag so you can easily take your mat with you on the go. The only issue is that Base Yoga provides no indication of what their mat is actually made from. 

Next up, we have a smaller mat than many others on the list, so we recommend using it predominantly for the middle and upper back and shoulders. It includes a fantastic acupressure pillow that comes rolled up with the mat and sits at the perfect height for your neck. 

While there are over 6000 plastic spikes on this mat, that's pretty much all the information we found out about the materials. The company don't share any details on what the mat is made from or whether it's washable, so this one remains a bit of a mystery!

The acupressure mat from Fitem is definitely one of the most stylish on our list, coming with a pillow and a fashionable bag. The pillow is also an excellent addition to help work out the kinks and pain in your neck and shoulders. 

The mat is made from breathable fabric and contains a hypoallergenic coconut fibre filling. However, this means that it isn't machine washable. The mat also only contains 5168 spikes, which doesn't hit the minimum requirement said to have a lasting effect. 

The Shakti mat is the original acupressure mat. We particularly love this choice as it's handcrafted in India, with the company supporting their workers by ensuring they earn a decent living wage, medical funds, and education for their families. 

If you're only after an acupressure mat, then this is an excellent choice as you won't get any extras, such as pillows or bags. More importantly, by choosing this product, you're helping hundreds of families get a better life in India. It's also made from 100% organic cotton, which will need to be hand-washed to keep it looking its best.

We're kicking off our countdown with this acupressure mat from Supportiback. It's a little unusual as the spikes form an outline of the body rather than completely covering the entire mat. The company states that this is better for the body, as it concentrates more on the pressure points. 

With all that said, it only contains 2,160 spikes, which is significantly below the minimum required to provide long-lasting effects. Supportiback is adamant that this is a softer approach, as too many spikes can overwhelm the body. It's difficult to tell, but it does have excellent reviews to back up the claims!