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ELvation PiezoWave2T vs KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III
Both the ELvation PiezoWave2T and the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III concentrate their energy at a focal point inside tissue, so they are built for the same clinical job and compare fairly. The ELvation PiezoWave2T uses piezoelectric wave generation; the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III uses electromagnetic. Neither publishes a purchase price, so both need a written quote. FDA records located: for the ELvation PiezoWave2T, an establishment listing only, which is not a clearance; for the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III, 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 | FocusedELvation PiezoWave2T | FocusedKAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III |
|---|---|---|
Technology | ||
| Category | Focused systems | Focused systems |
| Wave generation | Piezoelectricdirect focusing, no reflector | ElectromagneticOEM |
| Energy fieldWhere the peak energy lands | Peaks at a focal point | Peaks at a focal point |
| Technology as published | Focused piezoelectric, direct focusing | Electromagnetic focused (OEM) |
| Stated use or positioning | Acoustic compression therapy for minor aches and painsthe US intended use, per ELvation | Not stated |
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 flux densitymJ/mm² | Up to 0.82 mJ/mm²on ELvation's European therapy sources | 0.06–0.45 mJ/mm²on the EMFOCUS V |
| FrequencyHz | Up to 12 Hzcapped at 8 Hz at the highest intensities | 4–10 Hzmaximum, by model |
Depth and treatment fieldFocal depth, penetration and focus volume measure three different things. Compare like with like. | ||
| Focal depth | 20–60 mmfocal centre across the three US therapy sources | 0–65 mmset by the water level in the applicator |
| Maximum penetration | 0.5 mm to 6 cmdepending on the therapy source | Not published |
Applicators and handpiece | ||
| Applicators and transmitters | F7G3, F10G10 and FBL10x5G2 therapy sourcesthe US line-up; a replacement F7G3 lists at $6,900 | 1 applicatorno gel pads; depth is set with water |
| Handpiece life | 5 million pulsesguaranteed per therapy source | About 500,000 shocksreplacement applicator listed at $699 |
| Preset protocols | Not published | Up to 29EMFOCUS V with the upgraded software; 11 as standard |
Size and setup | ||
| Unit weight | Not published | 30–53 kg (≈ 66.1–116.8 lb)EMFOCUS and EMFOCUS V 30 kg; EMFOCUS III 53 kg |
| Dimensions | 405 × 226 × 450 mmUS control unit, W × H × D | 47 × 37 × 23 cmEMFOCUS; the larger EMFOCUS III measures 70 × 52 × 114 cm |
| Configuration | Control unit on a cartfoot switch; the US Starter package adds one therapy source and gel pads | Not published |
| Other published details | High-resolution touch screenT-Burst and T-Ramp modes; gel pads set the depth in 5 mm steps | 12.1-inch touchscreenwater-circulation cooling with distilled or purified water |
Price and buying | ||
| Purchase price | Not publicly listed | Not publicly listedquote or OEM |
| Monthly lease | Not publicly listed | Not publicly listedquote or OEM |
| Warranty and guarantees | One yearF7G3 source one year or 3 million impulses; FBL source one year or 5 million; consumables 90 days | 1 year on the machine6 months on spare parts; the applicator is guaranteed for half a million shocks |
| Sales and service | ELvation Medical LLC, Alpharetta, Georgiaexclusive US seller; Richard Wolf assembles US units in Chicago | No US officedistributors listed in Azerbaijan, Turkey, Thailand and Russia |
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 | Listed as a therapeutic massager (product code ISA, Class I, exempt from 510(k)). Not a clearance, and carries no shockwave indication. | No record to quote |
| Other marks and claims | EU class IIb93/42/EEC | CE and MDD marking only |
Our notes | ||
| Where it stands out | Several interchangeable piezoelectric therapy sources, and published US prices for replacement sources. | Lowest entry cost of the focused tier. |
| What to check | No 510(k), De Novo or PMA record was located. In the US it is listed as a therapeutic massager, and ELvation limits the US intended use to minor aches and pains. | No US office, no device-specific FDA number. CE and MDD marking only. |
7 further fields have no published figure for either machine.
ELvation PiezoWave2T vs KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III: common questions
What is the difference between the ELvation PiezoWave2T and the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III?
Both the ELvation PiezoWave2T and the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III concentrate their energy at a focal point inside tissue, so they are built for the same clinical job and compare fairly. The ELvation PiezoWave2T uses piezoelectric wave generation; the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III uses electromagnetic. The ELvation PiezoWave2T is described as “Focused piezoelectric, direct focusing”, the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III as “Electromagnetic focused (OEM)”.
Which is cheaper, the ELvation PiezoWave2T or the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III?
Neither publishes a purchase price, so both need a written quote. Prices change and estimates are not quotes, so confirm both in writing.
Are the ELvation PiezoWave2T and the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III FDA cleared?
FDA records located: for the ELvation PiezoWave2T, an establishment listing only, which is not a clearance; for the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III, 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 ELvation PiezoWave2T and the KAPHA EMFOCUS / V / III?
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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