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Candela Aesthetic Equipment: Devices, Specs and Buying Notes
Candela systems for practice owners: GentleMax Pro Plus, GentleMax Pro, Nordlys, PicoWay and Matrix. Compare cleared uses, evidence and running costs, then use the buying checks below before you request quotes.
Candela systems at a glance
Who each system suits, its newest FDA record and the published studies we found, labeled by what they tested. Open a system for specs, costs and quote questions.
| System | Shortlist it if | Newest FDA record | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| GentleMax Pro PlusFull profile | Hair removal across skin types is a core service, with 755 and 1064 nm on one console. | K201111 (2020) | None on this system 1 on an earlier model |
| GentleMax Pro · earlier generationFull profile | You want the same two wavelengths at a lower price and accept the earlier generation. | K140122 (2014) | 1 on this system |
 NordlysFull profile | You want IPL, 1550 and 1940 nm fractional lasers and an Nd:YAG on one console. | K212492 (2021)+ 2 more on the profile | None on this system 2 on earlier models |
 PicoWayFull profile | Tattoo removal is a core service and you need four picosecond wavelengths. | K220853 (2022)+ 1 more on the profile | 2 on this system |
 MatrixFull profile | You want RF microneedling, Sublative resurfacing and Sublime on one console. | K240070 (2024)+ 1 more on the profile | None on this system 1 on an earlier model 1 on related technology |
GentleMax Pro PlusFull profileShortlist it ifHair removal across skin types is a core service, with 755 and 1064 nm on one console.
Technology, FDA record and evidence
- Technology
- 755 nm alexandrite / 1064 nm Nd:YAG
- Newest FDA record
- K201111 (2020)
- Evidence
- None on this system
1 on an earlier model
Shortlist it ifYou want the same two wavelengths at a lower price and accept the earlier generation.
Technology, FDA record and evidence
- Technology
- 755 nm alexandrite / 1064 nm Nd:YAG
- Newest FDA record
- K140122 (2014)
- Evidence
- 1 on this system
NordlysFull profileShortlist it ifYou want IPL, 1550 and 1940 nm fractional lasers and an Nd:YAG on one console.
Technology, FDA record and evidence
- Technology
- SWT pulsed light and laser platform
- Newest FDA record
- K212492 (2021)+ 2 more on the profile
- Evidence
- None on this system
2 on earlier models
PicoWayFull profileShortlist it ifTattoo removal is a core service and you need four picosecond wavelengths.
Technology, FDA record and evidence
- Technology
- Picosecond laser
- Newest FDA record
- K220853 (2022)+ 1 more on the profile
- Evidence
- 2 on this system
MatrixFull profileShortlist it ifYou want RF microneedling, Sublative resurfacing and Sublime on one console.
Technology, FDA record and evidence
- Technology
- RF platform
- Newest FDA record
- K240070 (2024)+ 1 more on the profile
- Evidence
- None on this system
1 on an earlier model
1 on related technology
See them side by sideSpecs, cleared uses and ownership questions in one table.
Candela equipment: what to know before you buy
Our catalog covers five Candela systems, and all five have full profiles. For laser hair removal, compare the GentleMax Pro Plus and GentleMax Pro; for RF microneedling and resurfacing, Matrix; for IPL and fractional resurfacing, Nordlys; and for tattoo and pigment work, PicoWay. Start with the service you plan to offer, then the generation and handpieces. Matrix, Nordlys and PicoWay are priced by applicator or handpiece, so compare quotes on the same configuration.
Three checks before you buy
- Confirm the generationGentleMax Pro and Pro Plus look alike in listings, as do Nordlys and older Ellipse-branded units. Confirm model, serial number and software before you compare prices.
- Price by applicator and handpieceMatrix applicators and Nordlys and PicoWay handpieces are separate line items with their own disposables. Compare quotes on the same configuration.
- Ask about transfer termsOn a used system, ask Candela what it charges to inspect and transfer it, and whether service and parts continue after the sale.
Candela devices by service
Laser hair removal
Compare wavelength, cooling and service support against your patient mix and appointment capacity.
Pigment, vascular & IPL
Distinguish pulsed light from lasers and confirm the modules included in each offer.
Tattoo & picosecond lasers
A platform name does not tell you which wavelengths or fractional handpieces are included.
RF microneedling
Compare the exact workstation, tips and clinical support behind each RF microneedling offer.
Common questions about Candela equipment
Which Candela laser is best for hair removal?
The GentleMax Pro Plus is Candela’s current 755 nm and 1064 nm hair removal system; the GentleMax Pro is the earlier model with less energy and smaller spots. Compare them on the GentleMax Pro Plus and GentleMax Pro profiles.
What is the difference between Matrix and Nordlys?
Matrix is an RF platform for microneedling, Sublative resurfacing and non-invasive wrinkle treatment. Nordlys is an IPL platform with 1550 nm and 1940 nm fractional lasers and an Nd:YAG. See Matrix and Nordlys.
Does Candela publish prices?
No. Candela quotes through its sales team, and one dealer listed a used 2019 GentleMax Pro at $65,000 in September 2026. Line up itemized quotes in our free quote checker.
Plan the purchase
Plan your Candela purchase.
- Compare Candela systems side by side, or against other brands.
- Check what each quote includes: configuration, supplies, service and financing.
- Model the monthly payment against realistic treatment volume in the ROI calculator.
