Head to head
Alma PrimeX vs UltraShape (2026)
Compare purchase costs, running costs and the evidence behind each device.
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- Purchase cost
- The catalog lists $100k–$160k for Alma PrimeX. No new-price range is on file for UltraShape. Check the source notes and request current quotes.
- Practice fit
- Both are listed under body contouring. Check each model’s US regulatory status and labeled indications for your intended use.
Body Contouring
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New price range
- Alma PrimeX
- $100k–$160kSource not documented
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- Not published
Used asking range
- Alma PrimeX
- Not published
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- $10k–$25kSource not documented
Payback calculator
- Alma PrimeX
- View ROI calculator
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- View ROI calculator
Next step
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Browse current modelsConsumable economics
Consumable cost / lock-in
- Alma PrimeX
- Effectively none — ultrasound gel and routine applicator upkeep; no cards, tips or cycle fees.
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- —
Service cost
- Alma PrimeX
- Not published
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- Not published
FDA clearance
FDA status & indication
- Alma PrimeX
Read FDA indication wording
“The Alma Lasers Family of Accent™ RF Systems [Accent, Accent XL] is intended for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures. The Alma Lasers Family of Accent™ RF Systems [Accent, Accent XL] is indicated for the noninvasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids using a combined treatment with Unipolar and Bipolar handpieces.”
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- FDA ClearedK133238
Read FDA indication wording
“The Contour I V3.1 System delivers focused ultrasound energy that can disrupt subcutaneous adipose tissue (SAT) to provide a non-invasive approach to achieve a desired aesthetic effect. It is intended for non-invasive reduction in abdominal circumference.”
Which chains run each
Chain adoption
- Alma PrimeX
- 0 recorded pairings
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- 0 recorded pairings
Chains using it
- Alma PrimeX
- —
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- —
Approved reviews
- Alma PrimeX
- 0
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- 0
Specs and platform
Manufacturer
- Alma PrimeX
- Alma Lasers
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- Syneron-Candela
Built by (OEM)
- Alma PrimeX
- Alma Lasers Ltd.
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- Syneron Medical Ltd.
Category
- Alma PrimeX
- Body Contouring
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- Body Contouring
Technology
- Alma PrimeX
- High-power RF + ultrasound (HIFU / Ultrasound)
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- Pulsed focused ultrasound (non-thermal) (HIFU / Ultrasound)
Launch year
- Alma PrimeX
- 2022
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- 2014
Status
- Alma PrimeX
- Current
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- Legacy-used-market
Manufacturer source record
- Alma PrimeX
- No linked source on file.
- Syneron-Candela UltraShape
- No linked source on file.
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