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Tri-Wave MD vs UltraLight (2026)

Compare purchase costs, running costs and the evidence behind each device.

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Purchase cost: Catalog new-price ranges: Tri-Wave MD, $22k–$30k; UltraLight, $19,995 (Rohrer-advertised price). Check the source notes and request current quotes.
Practice fit: Both are listed under LED light therapy. Check each model’s US regulatory status and labeled indications for your intended use.

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LED light therapy

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LED light therapy

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Price comparison

Price comparison: Dermalux Tri-Wave MD vs Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
Attribute	Dermalux Tri-Wave MD	Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
New price range	$22k–$30kSource not documented	$19,995 (Rohrer-advertised price)Reported source: Manufacturer-provided · Sep 23, 2026
Used asking range	Not published	Not published
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New price range

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: $22k–$30kSource not documented
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: $19,995 (Rohrer-advertised price)Reported source: Manufacturer-provided · Sep 23, 2026

Used asking range

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: Not published
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: Not published

Payback calculator

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Consumable economics

Consumable economics: Dermalux Tri-Wave MD vs Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
Attribute	Dermalux Tri-Wave MD	Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
Consumable cost / lock-in	None — replacement eye protection and canopy hygiene are the whole recurring bill.	—
Service cost	Not published	Not published

Consumable cost / lock-in

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: None — replacement eye protection and canopy hygiene are the whole recurring bill.
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: —

Service cost

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: Not published
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: Not published

FDA clearance

FDA clearance: Dermalux Tri-Wave MD vs Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
Attribute	Dermalux Tri-Wave MD	Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
FDA status & indication	FDA ClearedK200659, K240222 Read FDA indication wording “The Derrmalux® Tri-Wave MD 's use of the red, blue and infrared regions of the spectrum is intended to emit energy to treat dermatological conditions. The blue light (4l5nm wavelength) is generally indicated to treat dermatological conditions and specifically indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris. The red light (633nm wavelength) is generally indicated for treatment of superficial, benign, vascular and pigmented lesions. The near-infrared light (830nm wavelength) is generally indicated for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, arthritis and muscle spasm; relieving stiffness; promoting the relaxation of muscle tissue; and to temporarily increase local blood circulation where applied.”	FDA ClearedK210535 Read FDA indication wording “LED red light: The UltraLight “red light” is indicated for use as a non-invasive dermatological aesthetic treatment for the reduction of circumference of hips, waist, and thighs. The UltraLight “red light” is also indicated for use in dermatology for the treatment of superficial, benign vascular, and pigmented lesions. LED blue light: The UltraLight “blue light” is indicated to treat dermatological conditions and specifically indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris.”

FDA status & indication

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: FDA ClearedK200659, K240222
Read FDA indication wording
“The Derrmalux® Tri-Wave MD 's use of the red, blue and infrared regions of the spectrum is intended to emit energy to treat dermatological conditions. The blue light (4l5nm wavelength) is generally indicated to treat dermatological conditions and specifically indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris. The red light (633nm wavelength) is generally indicated for treatment of superficial, benign, vascular and pigmented lesions. The near-infrared light (830nm wavelength) is generally indicated for the temporary relief of minor muscle and joint pain, arthritis and muscle spasm; relieving stiffness; promoting the relaxation of muscle tissue; and to temporarily increase local blood circulation where applied.”
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: FDA ClearedK210535
Read FDA indication wording
“LED red light: The UltraLight “red light” is indicated for use as a non-invasive dermatological aesthetic treatment for the reduction of circumference of hips, waist, and thighs. The UltraLight “red light” is also indicated for use in dermatology for the treatment of superficial, benign vascular, and pigmented lesions. LED blue light: The UltraLight “blue light” is indicated to treat dermatological conditions and specifically indicated to treat moderate inflammatory acne vulgaris.”

Which chains run each

Which chains run each: Dermalux Tri-Wave MD vs Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
Attribute	Dermalux Tri-Wave MD	Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
Chain adoption	0 recorded pairings	0 recorded pairings
Chains using it	—	—
Approved reviews	0	0

Chain adoption

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: 0 recorded pairings
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: 0 recorded pairings

Chains using it

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: —
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: —

Approved reviews

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: 0
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: 0

Specs and platform

Specs and platform: Dermalux Tri-Wave MD vs Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
Attribute	Dermalux Tri-Wave MD	Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight
Manufacturer	Dermalux	Rohrer Aesthetics
Built by (OEM)	Aesthetic Technology Ltd.	Rohrer Aesthetics LLC
Category	LED light therapy	LED light therapy
Technology	Medical CE blue/red/NIR canopy (LED / photobiomodulation)	LED phototherapy system (LED / photobiomodulation)
Launch year	2019	—
Status	Current	Current
Manufacturer source record	No linked source on file.	No linked source on file.

Manufacturer

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: Dermalux
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: Rohrer Aesthetics

Built by (OEM)

Dermalux Tri-Wave MD: Aesthetic Technology Ltd.
Rohrer Aesthetics UltraLight: Rohrer Aesthetics LLC

Current alternatives

Current catalog models in related categories. Confirm availability and configuration with the supplier.

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