Vital Charge vs PlatinumLED BioMax 900
PlatinumLED BioMax 900 leads on our weighted scoring by 0.9 points over Vital Charge. Vital Charge costs $1,000 less — about 77% — so the question is whether what PlatinumLED BioMax 900 adds is worth that to you. They separate most on price (Vital Charge), 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; Vital Charge for cordless spot treatment on the go.
Irradiance @ 6 in:Vital Charge
| 2 products |  Vital Red Light Vital Charge |  PlatinumLED PlatinumLED BioMax 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $299 | $1,299 |
| Overall score | 7.6 | 8.5 |
| Wavelengths (nm) | Red 630/660 nm + NIR 810/850 nm | 630 / 660 / 810 / 830 / 850 nm |
| Irradiance @ 6 in (mW/cm²) | 150–210 mW/cm² (mfr, measurement distance not stated) | ~80–90 mW/cm² @ 6 in |
| Coverage | Small, targeted treatment area | Full-body (tall/stacked) |
| LEDs | 12 × 5 W anti-flicker LEDs | 300 LEDs |
| Panel size | 5.8" × 3.8" × 1.5" handheld | ~36" tall |
| Power draw (W) | Up to 5 W light output (mfr) | ~300 W |
| Pulsing | — | Yes |
| Mounting | Handheld, cordless | Door / stand / wall |
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PlatinumLED
PlatinumLED BioMax 900
Best for Verified irradiance and transparency per dollar
$1,299
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