TRIA Laser Vs. DM7000 Laser Hair Removal Championship

Compare The TRIA Laser Vs. DM7000 Laser

There are currently only two systems available for home use, which customers can buy online (Amazon), the Tria Laser and the DM7000 Laser. These two are the only laser beam hair removal systems, all the rest which can be found OTC are IPL systems which use a wide spectrum light flash and not a laser beam for hair removal treatment. In this review you will read our comparison of the two systems, specs and our conclusion for the Laser Hair Removal Championships.

Laser Light Energy Capabilities

When comparing the two systems, one major difference is the amount of light energy each system is able to pulse. It can be safe to say that a higher energy transmitted at the hair, better results can be expected. The light energy is measured in joules per second per square centimeter of skin.

Tria Laser – 6–24 J/cm2

DM7000 Laser – 130 J/cm2

There is no doubt that the DM7000 has superior laser energy capabilities. It is closer to professional clinic lasers energy than to any other home use hair removal system. Higher energy means more efficient thermal elimination of hairs. Higher energy means higher temperature and risks for side effects.

TRIA Vs. DM7000 Kit Design

When buying a home laser hair removal system the design of the unit can be discarded as irrelevant. But that is not the case, when we buy a product for home use, we like it to be nice and elegant. It seems all the laser and IPL systems sold online for home use, are well designed. All except the DM7000 laser. 

Tria Laser – Well designed, smooth small device, with nice curves and soft green digital indicators.

DM7000 Laser – Has a medical/professional design, a square metal box, and a few buttons at the front which look like a military radio device from Vietnam war..

TRIA Laser Vs. DM7000 Laser User Experience

When buying a home laser hair removal machine it has to be comfortable and easy to use. There is a great difference between the TRIA laser hair removal and the DM7000 Laser system in the user experience.

DM7000 Laser – Is simple and intuitive to use, very little gadgets to learn about with only a switch on-off and a 2 level intensity switch. The DM7000 has a cord attached laser pen, which is thin and very precise to use. The DM7000 laser treatment becomes awkward (and dangerous to the eyes!) when trying to treat the underarms or chest. The DM7000 has a faster laser beam repetition rate so it is possible to complete faster sessions. The DM7000 has less customer support for the non professional user. You will have a tough time to find the manufacturer website..

TRIA Laser – The Tria is an advanced device, with all the digital and green light indicators, including beeps and sounds which let the user know the machine is ready for the next pulse. The Tria has one other advantage which is a very good customer support with videos, FAQ, and all the support a non professional use may need to use the system properly.

The Tria is a cordless device, so it is very easy to use anywhere in the house and anywhere on the body. The downside of a cordless device is that it needs to be recharged frequently (every hour or so) so the session can not be non-stop.

TRIA Laser Vs. DM7000 Laser Cost

The Tria laser was sold online at a higher cost when it was first released, but SpectraGenics (manufacturers of Tria) have noticed that they need to adjust the price to th current market situation. They have upgraded the Tria model and have decreased the Tria price this year (2011) from $590 to $395. The DM7000 was launched at the end of 2011 and has a list price of $600 but is sold for less.

Tria Laser – $395.00

DM7000 Laser – $599.95 $433.27

Both lasers do not have any ‘hidden costs’ like the IPL lamp cartridges which run out of flashes and need to be bought for extended use of the product.

Safety Comparison Tria Vs. DM7000 Laser

The safety issue is a very important part of the decision which hair removal laser device to use at home. The most common questions are “can laser cause skin cancer” and “can laser cause permanent side effects”. Laser can be safe when used properly or by a professional person and with the right candidate for treatment (light skin tone – dark hair).

TRIA Laser – FDA approved for home use. It is actually the first ever laser to be approved by the FDA for personal use. Tria laser has some of the best safety precautions from all the laser or IPL devices. Skin touch sensor which prevents a beam to emitted unless the tip touches the skin, and skin tone sensor which checks the skin tone color to prevent a laser pulse on dark skin. On top of this Tria has 5 energy levels from 6 joules to 24 joules, so each person can use the best level for their need and pain sustainability.

DM7000 Laser – Has no FDA approval for home use, it lacks skin touch sensors, the 2mm laser pinpoint is achieved when the laser pen is 1 inch above the skin. No skin tone sensor. The DM7000 laser hair removal has 2 levels high 130 joules per second or ‘low’ 65 joules.

It might seem that the DM7000 is dangerous for home personal use, unless it is used very carefully.

TRIA Laser Vs. DM7000 Laser Conclusion

The answer to this championship would be – “it depends who you are”. For the non-professional user, with no understanding or experience in any laser treatments, we would recommend the TRIA Laser. Mainly because of the advances safety, the full customer support and guidance. With the Tria you are totally protected from mishaps. For personal use – BUY THE TRIA.

For the experienced user, or for the small home clinic business the DM7000 is a superior device, especially when using it to treat some other person. The laser energy of 130 joules, the light laser pen, and the fast repetition rate will help accomplish faster sessions, while covering larger skin areas. If you run a hair removal center business, or wish to use a professional device at home – The DM7000 laser would be your best value for money.

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