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Thermage FLX vs XERF (2026)

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Purchase cost: The catalog lists $100k–$145k for Thermage FLX. No new-price range is on file for XERF. Check the source notes and request current quotes.
Practice fit: Both are listed under monopolar RF skin tightening. Check each model’s US regulatory status and labeled indications for your intended use.

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Price comparison

Price comparison: Solta Medical Thermage FLX vs Cynosure Lutronic XERF
Attribute	Solta Medical Thermage FLX	Cynosure Lutronic XERF
New price range	$100k–$145kReported source: Dealer quote · Aug 12, 2026	Not published
Used price reference	$40k–$80kReported source: Used listing · Aug 12, 2026	Not published
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New price range

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: $100k–$145kReported source: Dealer quote · Aug 12, 2026
Cynosure Lutronic XERF: Not published

Used price reference

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: $40k–$80kReported source: Used listing · Aug 12, 2026
Cynosure Lutronic XERF: Not published

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Supplies & running costs

Supplies & running costs: Solta Medical Thermage FLX vs Cynosure Lutronic XERF
Attribute	Solta Medical Thermage FLX	Cynosure Lutronic XERF
Supplies & restrictions	Read supply costs & requirements One of the most consumable-heavy platforms in the market: the Total Tip is single-use and shot-limited, one patient per tip. The September 4, 2026 catalog review did not verify a US manufacturer Total Tip list price; the figures previously shown mixed euro export pricing with undated reseller quotes. Dealer quote · Aug 30, 2026 Supply restrictions: hard-lock — electronic lockout enforces single use View running-cost details	Supply details not yet documented. View running-cost details

Supplies & restrictions

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: Read supply costs & requirements
One of the most consumable-heavy platforms in the market: the Total Tip is single-use and shot-limited, one patient per tip. The September 4, 2026 catalog review did not verify a US manufacturer Total Tip list price; the figures previously shown mixed euro export pricing with undated reseller quotes.
Dealer quote · Aug 30, 2026
Supply restrictions: hard-lock — electronic lockout enforces single use
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Cynosure Lutronic XERF: Supply details not yet documented.
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FDA status & indications

FDA status & indications: Solta Medical Thermage FLX vs Cynosure Lutronic XERF
Attribute	Solta Medical Thermage FLX	Cynosure Lutronic XERF
FDA status & indication	FDA record cited — see scopeK170758 Record scope: 510(k): K170758 names the Thermage/ThermaCool family. Checked 4 Sep 2026. Read FDA indication wording “The radiofrequency-energy only delivery components of the Thermage FLX System are indicated for use in: • Dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis; • Non-invasive treatment of periorbital wrinkles and rhytids including upper and lower eyelids; • Non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids. The simultaneous application of radio frequency energy and skin vibration by the Thermage FLX System is indicated for use in: • Dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis; • Non-invasive treatment of periorbital wrinkles and rhytids; • Non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids; • Temporary improvement in the appearance of cellulite; • Relief of minor muscle aches and pains; • Relief of muscle spasms; • Temporary improvement of local circulation (i.e., blood circulation).”	FDA record cited — see scopeK251327 Record scope: 510(k): K251327 (XERF, Lutronic, decision 11 Aug 2025). Checked 4 Sep 2026. Read FDA indication wording “XERF is indicated for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis.”

FDA status & indication

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: FDA record cited — see scopeK170758
Record scope: 510(k): K170758 names the Thermage/ThermaCool family. Checked 4 Sep 2026.
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“The radiofrequency-energy only delivery components of the Thermage FLX System are indicated for use in: • Dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis; • Non-invasive treatment of periorbital wrinkles and rhytids including upper and lower eyelids; • Non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids. The simultaneous application of radio frequency energy and skin vibration by the Thermage FLX System is indicated for use in: • Dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis; • Non-invasive treatment of periorbital wrinkles and rhytids; • Non-invasive treatment of wrinkles and rhytids; • Temporary improvement in the appearance of cellulite; • Relief of minor muscle aches and pains; • Relief of muscle spasms; • Temporary improvement of local circulation (i.e., blood circulation).”
Cynosure Lutronic XERF: FDA record cited — see scopeK251327
Record scope: 510(k): K251327 (XERF, Lutronic, decision 11 Aug 2025). Checked 4 Sep 2026.
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“XERF is indicated for use in dermatologic and general surgical procedures for electrocoagulation and hemostasis.”

Which chains run each

Which chains run each: Solta Medical Thermage FLX vs Cynosure Lutronic XERF
Attribute	Solta Medical Thermage FLX	Cynosure Lutronic XERF
Chain adoption	1 recorded pairing	0 recorded pairings
Chains using it	LaserAway(Confirmed)	—
Approved reviews	0	1

Chain adoption

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: 1 recorded pairing
Cynosure Lutronic XERF: 0 recorded pairings

Chains using it

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: LaserAway(Confirmed)
Cynosure Lutronic XERF: —

Approved reviews

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: 0
Cynosure Lutronic XERF: 1

Specs and platform

Specs and platform: Solta Medical Thermage FLX vs Cynosure Lutronic XERF
Attribute	Solta Medical Thermage FLX	Cynosure Lutronic XERF
Manufacturer	Solta Medical	Cynosure Lutronic
Built by (OEM)	Solta Medical Inc.	Cynosure LLC
Category	Monopolar RF skin tightening	Monopolar RF skin tightening
Technology	4th-gen monopolar RF (Radiofrequency — monopolar)	Monopolar RF skin tightening (Radiofrequency — monopolar)
Launch year	2017	—
Status	Current	Current
Manufacturing relationship evidence	No separate manufacturing-relationship record linked.	No separate manufacturing-relationship record linked.

Manufacturer

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: Solta Medical
Cynosure Lutronic XERF: Cynosure Lutronic

Built by (OEM)

Solta Medical Thermage FLX: Solta Medical Inc.
Cynosure Lutronic XERF: Cynosure LLC

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