GembaRed Triton vs PlatinumLED BioMax 900
PlatinumLED BioMax 900 leads on our weighted scoring by 0.6 points over GembaRed Triton. GembaRed Triton costs $609 less — about 47% — so the question is whether what PlatinumLED BioMax 900 adds is worth that to you. They separate most on price (GembaRed Triton), overall score (PlatinumLED BioMax 900) and wavelengths — those are the rows worth reading closely. In short: PlatinumLED BioMax 900 for verified irradiance and transparency per dollar; GembaRed Triton for harsh environments — gyms, saunas, and outdoor spots.
Irradiance @ 6 in:PlatinumLED BioMax 900
| 2 products |  GembaRed GembaRed Triton |  PlatinumLED PlatinumLED BioMax 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $690 | $1,299 |
| Overall score | 7.9 | 8.5 |
| Wavelengths (nm) | 50% 660 nm deep red + 50% 850 nm NIR | 630 / 660 / 810 / 830 / 850 nm |
| Irradiance @ 6 in (mW/cm²) | 66 mW/cm² @ 6"; 113 mW/cm² @ 3" (3rd-party measured) | ~80–90 mW/cm² @ 6 in |
| Coverage | ~7" diameter treatment circle | Full-body (tall/stacked) |
| LEDs | 266 LEDs (133 double-chip) | 300 LEDs |
| Panel size | 11" diameter x 5" tall UFO housing | ~36" tall |
| Power draw (W) | 77W consumed; 22.3W total optical output | ~300 W |
| Pulsing | No pulsing modes listed | Yes |
| Mounting | Balanced for hanging via eye bolt; 9 ft power cord included | Door / stand / wall |
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GembaRed
GembaRed Triton
Best for Harsh environments — gyms, saunas, and outdoor spots
$690
PlatinumLED
PlatinumLED BioMax 900
Best for Verified irradiance and transparency per dollar
$1,299
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