Question 1

Is the Aerolase LightPod Neo FDA cleared?

Accepted Answer

Aerolase LightPod Neo holds FDA 510(k) clearance for its marketed indication. Cleared indication: 650-microsecond 1064nm Nd:YAG hair removal, acne, pigmented/vascular lesions

Question 2

How much does the Alma Soprano Ice Platinum cost?

Accepted Answer

New Alma Soprano Ice Platinum systems typically sell in the $85k–$120k range in the US, with used and refurbished units around $40k–$65k. Final pricing depends on applicators, training and service terms.

Question 3

Is the Alma Soprano Ice Platinum FDA cleared?

Accepted Answer

Alma Soprano Ice Platinum's FDA status is still under review by our research team. Cleared indication: The Soprano ICE platform cleared under K140009 (Aug 2014) for hair removal and related indications; successor Soprano Titanium under K222064 (Oct 2022) — both verifiable on accessdata.fda.gov; confirm the clearance covering the Platinum configuration and applicators with Alma.

Question 4

Aerolase LightPod Neo vs Alma Soprano Ice Platinum: which is better for hair removal & ipl?

Accepted Answer

Neither wins outright. Aerolase LightPod Neo sits in the unpublished price range and Alma Soprano Ice Platinum in the $85k–$120k range, so the decision usually comes down to consumable cost per treatment, FDA-cleared indications and how many treatments per month you can realistically book. Compare both side by side on this page before requesting quotes.

Aerolase LightPod Neo vs Alma Soprano Ice Platinum (2026)