Emsella vs Supramax Pelvic Floor Chair – Comparison Guide
Emsella vs Supramax Pelvic Floor Chair – Comparison Guide
Making a confident purchase decision shouldn’t require guesswork. Here’s a clear, side-by-side comparison of the two best-known pelvic floor chairs—BTL Emsella and the Supramax Pelvic Floor Chair from Pure Tone Aesthetics—covering technology, evidence, price, ROI, and patient experience.
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Both devices use HIFEM (High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) stimulation to trigger thousands of supramaximal pelvic floor contractions in a single session—far beyond voluntary Kegels. The difference is what it costs your clinic to deliver that outcome.
- Same core technology: HIFEM
- 11,000 contractions per session
- Fully clothed 30 minute treatments
- Supramax Pelvic Floor Chair price £5750 + vat
- Emsella Pelvic Floor Chair price typically £18,000 - £30,000
Emsella vs Supramax – Comparison Guide
Quick verdict
Both Emsella and Supramax use HIFEM to deliver ~11,000 supramaximal pelvic floor contractions per session. The key difference is cost and ROI. Supramax delivers equivalent treatment outcomes at a far lower purchase price (£5,750 + VAT), enabling a much faster payback for clinics.
Technology explained (HIFEM)
HIFEM (High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic) creates a focused magnetic field that stimulates deep pelvic floor muscles to contract beyond voluntary levels. This strengthens the pelvic floor, improving urinary control and overall function without needles, surgery, or downtime.
Specification highlights
Supramax: Large 30 cm coil, strength and recovery modes, ergonomic seating, portable design, up to 200 kg capacity, 30-minute sessions (~11,000 contractions).
Emsella: Established HIFEM platform, standard intensity controls, ~28-minute sessions (~11,000 contractions), widely used across clinics worldwide.
Price & ROI
Supramax: £5,750 + VAT. At typical clinic pricing (£100–£150 per session), clinics can recover the investment in roughly 40–60 sessions.
Emsella: Commonly £18,000–£30,000+. ROI often requires 150–200+ sessions due to higher capital outlay.
Treatment protocols
Supramax: 8 treatments (2×/week for 4 weeks), then monthly maintenance as needed.
Emsella: 6 treatments (2×/week for 3 weeks), then maintenance as needed. Both are fully clothed, non-invasive, and well tolerated.
Evidence & outcomes
Emsella: FDA-cleared, CE-marked, and supported by multiple peer-reviewed studies over several years.
Supramax: CE-marked with published real-world evidence, including a case study on urinary incontinence and a professional review showing strong patient outcomes and practitioner satisfaction.
Patient experience
Both devices are comfortable and delivered fully clothed. Patients typically report a strong but tolerable pulsing sensation. Supramax adds ergonomic seating and two modes (strength and recovery) to personalise comfort and progression.
Who should choose what?
Choose Supramax if you want equivalent HIFEM outcomes with the fastest ROI, lower risk, and accessible pricing for scaling capacity.
Choose Emsella if brand recognition and a larger legacy publication record are critical to your clinic’s positioning and patient acquisition strategy.
Real-World Evidence & Practitioner Feedback
Beyond the shared HIFEM mechanism, Supramax now has growing, transparent evidence available on our site:
Proven Pelvic Floor Chair Treatment for Urinary Incontinence – Case Study
Restoring Continence and Confidence | Supramax Pelvic Floor Chair Case Study
These mirror the outcomes widely reported for Emsella—improved continence, stronger pelvic floor function, and high patient satisfaction—while demonstrating that clinics can achieve those outcomes with a significantly lower capital outlay.
Price & ROI: Why the Difference Matters
Supramax: £5,750 + VAT vs Emsella: £18,000–£30,000+.
At typical UK pricing (£100–£150 per session), Supramax can be cash-positive in weeks rather than months. Lower risk, faster payback, same core treatment—making Supramax the pragmatic choice for most clinics.
Learn more | Supramax Pelvic Floor Chair
Pelvic Floor Chair FAQs – Everything You Need to Know
Do Emsella and Supramax use the same technology?
Yes. Both use HIFEM to induce supramaximal pelvic floor contractions—around 11,000 per session—strengthening muscles linked to continence and pelvic support.
Which delivers better results?
Outcomes are comparable because the mechanism is the same. Emsella has more peer-reviewed publications due to longer time in market, while Supramax shows excellent results in published case studies and a professional review.
How many treatments do patients need?
Supramax typically follows 8 sessions over 4 weeks (2× per week), with monthly maintenance as needed. Emsella commonly follows 6 sessions over 3 weeks (2× per week), with maintenance thereafter.
Is treatment comfortable and fully clothed?
Yes. Treatments are non-invasive, performed fully clothed, and require no downtime. Patients usually feel strong but tolerable muscle engagement.
What are the main differences between the chairs?
Both deliver HIFEM outcomes. Supramax offers two modes (strength and recovery), ergonomic seating, up to 200 kg capacity, and a significantly lower purchase price for faster ROI. Emsella brings wider brand recognition and a larger legacy evidence base.
Are there contraindications?
Yes. Standard electromagnetic contraindications apply, including pregnancy, pacemakers, metal implants in the treatment area, and certain medical conditions. Always screen patients and follow the device manual.
What does the investment look like for clinics?
Supramax is £5,750 + VAT, allowing clinics to break even in ~40–60 sessions at typical UK pricing. Emsella is commonly £18,000–£30,000+, with a longer payback period*
*Pricing correct at time of publishing. Please contact us
Where can I read more evidence on Supramax?
See our Supramax urinary incontinence case study and the professional review for practitioner insights and patient outcomes.
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