- Purchase
- $18,775.52
- Lease
- $427 per month
- Purchase
- $5,999–$9,999
- Lease
- $500 per month
Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 vs Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE
Both the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE put their peak energy at the applicator surface, so they are built for the same clinical job and compare fairly. The Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 uses pneumatic wave generation; the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE uses electromagnetic ballistic. On published purchase figures, the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE ($5,999–$9,999) comes in below the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 ($18,775.52 estimate). FDA records located: for the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2, an establishment listing only, which is not a clearance; for the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE, no record located.
Specs and prices are estimates based on publicly available data as of September 2026. Confirm details with the manufacturer or seller before you buy.
Side by side
| Specification | RadialChattanooga Intelect RPW2 | Value tierOceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE |
|---|---|---|
Technology | ||
| Category | Radial pressure wave | Value and direct-import tier |
| Wave generation | Pneumatic | Electromagnetic ballisticcompressor-free radial, per the specification table |
| Energy fieldWhere the peak energy lands | Peaks at the applicator surface | Peaks at the applicator surface |
| Technology as published | Radial pressure wave, pneumatic | Clinical and at-home shockwave and ultrasonic |
| Stated use or positioning | Not stated | Clinical useOceanus also sells an in-home device, the PhysioLITE III |
Energy outputPressure in bar, energy flux density in mJ/mm² and energy per pulse in mJ are different quantities. A figure in one row never stands in for another. | ||
| Energy per pulsemJ | Not published | 60–185 mJequivalent to 1–5 bar, as published |
| Pressurebar | 0.3–5 barin 0.1 bar steps | Not published |
| Energy adjustment | Extended pressure range | Not published |
| FrequencyHz | 1–21 HzFalcon handpiece | 1–22 Hz |
Depth and treatment fieldFocal depth, penetration and focus volume measure three different things. Compare like with like. | ||
| Maximum penetration | 0–50 mmwith the standard D20-S transmitter; 0–60 mm with the optional DI15 and D35-S | Not published |
Applicators and handpiece | ||
| Applicators and transmitters | D20-S and Ro40 D-Actor transmitters, V-ACTOR HFthe V-ACTOR HF vibration handpiece (1–50 Hz) is optional; 21 transmitters are available | 6, 15 and 25 mm heads |
| Handpiece life | Not published | 4,000,000 pulsesPhysioPRO warranty minimum; PhysioPRO II 2,000,000 |
| Preset protocols | Built-in librarycount not stated | 7 presetsplus more than 25 illustrated treatment recommendations |
Size and setup | ||
| Unit weight | 66.14 lb (≈ 30 kg) | 2.07 kg (≈ 4.6 lb)controller unit only |
| Dimensions | 16.15 × 16.54 × 43.31 inW × H × D as published | 12 × 9.5 × 5 inL × W × H |
| Configuration | Slim clinic unit on a built-in rolling cart | Tabletop controller with therapy handlealuminum carrying case; the PhysioPRO II is controlled from a phone or tablet app |
| Other published details | 7-inch touchscreensingle-pulse or continuous modes; Comfort Mode ramps energy up gradually | 7.0-inch colour touchscreenPhysioPRO; 4 burst modes |
Price and buying | ||
| Purchase price | $18,775.52estimate | $5,999–$9,999PhysioPRO II $5,999 · PhysioPRO $9,999 |
| Monthly lease | $427 per monthestimate | $500 per monthadvertised, factory direct |
| Priced accessories | Sparrow / Falcon handpiece revision kit, $1,200; 9 Transmitter Set in carrying case, $7,400 | Not published |
| Warranty and guarantees | Not published | Three years on the controller, one year on accessoriesplus a 30-day money-back guarantee; the company page states a one-year guarantee on all products |
| Sales and service | Purchase or lease through Shockwave Source | Factory-direct leaseonline store, financing and dealers |
Regulatory recordRecord types and numbers exactly as located. A record covers one configuration and one indication, and never transfers to another product. | ||
| FDA record located | Establishment listing onlynot a model-specific clearance | None located |
| Indication as worded in the record | Listing only. Not a model-specific clearance and carries no indication. | No record to quote |
| Other marks and claims | None noted | Advertises “FDA registered”a facility registration, not a clearance |
Our notes | ||
| Where it stands out | Compact chassis with published purchase and lease pricing. | An aggressive lease entry point. |
| What to check | The FDA record found is a DJO establishment listing, not a device-specific clearance. | The site advertises “FDA registered”, which is a facility registration and is not the same as clearance. Verify model-specific labelling. |
5 further fields have no published figure for either machine.
Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 vs Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE: common questions
What is the difference between the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE?
Both the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE put their peak energy at the applicator surface, so they are built for the same clinical job and compare fairly. The Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 uses pneumatic wave generation; the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE uses electromagnetic ballistic. The Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 is described as “Radial pressure wave, pneumatic”, the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE as “Clinical and at-home shockwave and ultrasonic”.
Which is cheaper, the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 or the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE?
On published purchase figures, the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE ($5,999–$9,999) comes in below the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 ($18,775.52 estimate). Monthly figures: Chattanooga Intelect RPW2, $427 per month; Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE, $500 per month. Prices change and estimates are not quotes, so confirm both in writing.
Are the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE FDA cleared?
FDA records located: for the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2, an establishment listing only, which is not a clearance; for the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE, no record located. A record covers one configuration and one indication, and never transfers to another model, so check it against the exact configuration you are quoted.
How do I choose between the Chattanooga Intelect RPW2 and the Oceanus PhysioPRO / II / LITE?
Start with the clinical job, then ask both vendors for the same five things in writing: the exact model, revision, and which accessories are included at that price; contract term, APR, total payments, and the buyout option at the end; handpiece and consumable life, and what a replacement costs; warranty coverage and US service turnaround time; the exact FDA clearance number and the current labelling for the configuration being quoted.
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