At-home skin lasers, compared
We compare 5 at-home skin lasers, alphabetically: LYMA Laser, LYMA Laser PRO, MimiSilk Iris, NIRA Pro 3 and Tria FRX. They use three different technologies: fractional, non-fractional and low-level laser. Wavelengths range from 808–1450 nm. Every figure links to the manufacturer page it came from.
Comparison table
| Device | Type | Technology | Wavelength | Reported output | Session | Schedule (brand) | FDA 510(k) | Reference price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LYMA Laser | Laser | Low-level (“cold”) laser | 808 nm | 500 mW continuous beam | 3 min per area | Daily for 12 weeks, then 3 times a week | K210823 Record names this device | £1,999 Manufacturer UK page, 3 Nov 2026 |
| LYMA Laser PRO | Laser | Low-level (“cold”) laser | 808 nm | 1450 mW continuous beam | 3-min treatment cycle | Not found separately for PRO on checked page | K243330 Record names this device | £4,995 Manufacturer UK page, 3 Nov 2026 |
| MimiSilk Iris | Laser | Non-ablative fractional laser | 1450 nm | Not found on checked page (minimum spot size 100 μm) | 5–10 min | 8 weeks on, 4 weeks off (brand comparison table) | K182498 Matched by model or device name | €535.95 Manufacturer EU page, 3 Nov 2026 (regular price) |
| NIRA Pro 3 | Laser | Non-fractional diode laser | 1450 nm | Not found on checked page (5 comfort levels) | 2 min | Daily; up to twice daily per brand | K222685 Possible match, unconfirmed | €792.95 Manufacturer page, EU display price, 3 Nov 2026; listed out of stock |
| Tria FRX | Laser | Non-ablative fractional laser | 1440 nm | Not found on checked page (low, medium and high settings) | 2–10 min, by setting | 5 times a week for 12 weeks, then 4 weeks rest | K141868 Possible match, unconfirmed | US$699.99 Manufacturer US page, 3 Nov 2026 |
How the technology works
Low-level (“cold”) laser
A low-level laser emits coherent near-infrared light at power that does not heat tissue. It works by photobiomodulation: light absorbed by the cell’s mitochondria changes cell signalling, which studies link to collagen production. It shares this mechanism with LED masks but uses a laser source.
No heat; the brand reports no pain or downtime.
Low-level (“cold”) laser devices here: LYMA Laser and LYMA Laser PRO.
Non-ablative fractional laser
A non-ablative fractional laser fires a grid of microscopic heat columns, called microthermal treatment zones, into the dermis. The skin between the columns stays intact and heals each zone quickly, which drives collagen remodelling. Wavelengths around 1440–1550 nm are absorbed by water in the skin, so the effect does not depend on skin pigment.
Warmth, prickling and short-lived redness are expected.
Non-ablative fractional laser devices here: MimiSilk Iris and Tria FRX.
Non-fractional diode laser
A non-fractional diode laser heats a continuous area of the dermis gently, below the level that injures the surface. At 1450 nm the light is absorbed mainly by water. The aim is collagen stimulation without the micro-injuries of fractional treatment, so it is not a resurfacing laser.
Mild warmth; brands describe it as painless with no downtime.
Non-fractional diode laser devices here: NIRA Pro 3.
Each device
LYMA Laser
Laser Low-level (“cold”) laser · 808 nm · £1,999
LYMA brought low-level laser therapy into the luxury home market, and its FDA record names the Laser directly: a cordless 808 nm wand with a diffused lens that the brand says works without heat, pain or downtime.
Suited to: Preferring a non-thermal treatment with no expected downtime; Treating face, neck and small body areas.
Strengths
- FDA record names the device exactly (K210823)
- Published wavelength and power: 808 nm, 500 mW
- Non-thermal: no heat-based skin injury by design
Watch-outs
- Small 8 cm² lens means longer full-face routines
- Second-highest reference price here
- Brand claims rely heavily on its own and sponsored studies
LYMA Laser PRO
Laser Low-level (“cold”) laser · 808 nm · £4,995
The LYMA Laser PRO has the highest published output of the five home lasers compared here: the same 808 nm cold-laser technology as the original, scaled to 1450 mW and a 30 cm² lens to cover larger areas of face and body faster.
Suited to: Covering larger areas per treatment cycle; Wanting the highest published output among the home lasers.
Strengths
- Highest published output here: 1450 mW
- Largest treatment lens of the lasers: 30 cm²
- FDA record names the device exactly (K243330)
Watch-outs
- Highest reference price of all ten devices
- Separate usage schedule not stated on the checked page
- Same evidence base as the LYMA Laser; no PRO-specific trial found
MimiSilk Iris 1450nm
Laser Non-ablative fractional laser · 1450 nm · €535.95
MimiSilk brings fractional laser technology to a lower price point: the Iris is a 1450 nm non-ablative fractional device with five pre-set facial zones, a child lock and a design that has won product-design awards.
Suited to: Texture, pores and shallow acne marks (brand indications); Wanting fractional technology at a lower price.
Strengths
- Lowest reference price of the three laser brands
- Fractional delivery with a published 100 μm minimum spot size
- Five preset facial zones and a child lock
Watch-outs
- Expect stinging and short-lived redness
- Pulse energy not published on the checked page
- Brand clinical figures are self-reported on the product page
NIRA Pro 3 Laser
Laser Non-fractional diode laser · 1450 nm · €792.95
NIRA focuses on painless laser wrinkle treatment: the Pro 3 uses a non-fractional 1450 nm diode laser that gently heats the dermis in a two-minute daily routine, now with five comfort levels and a 2-year warranty.
Suited to: Fine lines, including the under-eye area; Preferring a gentle, daily routine over intensive cycles.
Strengths
- 2-minute daily routine
- Brand states no downtime and suitability for all skin tones
- Made in the USA, 2-year warranty, 90-day guarantee
Watch-outs
- Non-fractional: heats evenly rather than creating micro-zones, so resurfacing effects are not claimed
- Listed out of stock on the checked page
- FDA record found names an earlier model (NIRA Model 2)
Tria FRX Skin Rejuvenating Fractional Laser (2nd Gen)
Laser Non-ablative fractional laser · 1440 nm · US$699.99
Tria has held FDA clearances for home-use lasers since 2010, and the FRX is its second-generation fractional device: a 1440 nm non-ablative fractional laser that creates microscopic treatment zones, the same principle used by in-clinic resurfacing lasers.
Suited to: Texture, tone, dark spots and fine lines (brand indications); Willing to follow a structured 12-week programme.
Strengths
- Fractional microthermal zones, the mechanism behind clinic resurfacing
- Brand reports three clinical studies on the device
- Battery gives about 45 minutes of treatment per charge
Watch-outs
- Warm, prickling sensation and 1–2 hours of redness are expected
- Face only, adults 18+; not over tattoos or permanent make-up
- FDA records found name earlier Tria fractional systems
Compare two home lasers
Side-by-side pages for every pair of home lasers, built from the same fields.
Research on home lasers
- How safe are 1440 nm non-ablative fractional lasers, including on darker skin? Literature review · 2025
- Fractional lasers for the eye area worked better after 45 Randomised split-face trial · 2025
- Red and near-infrared light and cancer risk: what a systematic review found Systematic review · 2023
- Low-level light therapy: a reasonable evidence base, with gaps Review · 2021
- What happens when sensitive skin meets a home fractional laser? Clinical study, sensitive vs non-sensitive skin · 2016
- Does skincare change what a home fractional laser does? Randomised, evaluator-blinded, split-face · 2016
- Home laser and light devices: what dermatologists found in the evidence Literature and FDA database review · 2015
- Can people safely use a fractional laser at home? A 124-person trial Multicentre trial, no control group · 2012
- Fractional photothermolysis: the 2004 study behind every fractional laser Prototype clinical study · 2004
- Patients liked the result; only 2 of 25 dermatologists rated it better Blinded photo evaluation · 2004
- Is it the 1450 nm laser or just the cooling? A split-face test Split-face comparison · 2002
Frequently asked questions
How many home lasers does Cutis Lux compare?
5: LYMA Laser, LYMA Laser PRO, MimiSilk Iris 1450nm, NIRA Pro 3 Laser and Tria FRX Skin Rejuvenating Fractional Laser (2nd Gen), in alphabetical order.
Which home laser is cheapest?
Reference prices are in different currencies and are not converted: LYMA Laser £1,999, LYMA Laser PRO £4,995, MimiSilk Iris €535.95, NIRA Pro 3 €792.95 and Tria FRX US$699.99. Check the manufacturer page for current prices.
Do at-home lasers work?
Cutis Lux summarises 11 studies relevant to at-home skin lasers: one with a sham, untreated or inactive control, two comparing two active treatments without an inactive control, four with no control group and four reviews. The evidence differs by technology. Non-ablative fractional lasers have the most, including a 124-person home-device trial without a control group. Non-fractional 1450 nm evidence comes from two small clinic studies with mixed results. For low-level lasers, the evidence is photobiomodulation research, mainly reviews.
Do at-home lasers work as well as clinic lasers?
Not usually. Home lasers deliver much less energy than clinic lasers for safety. Trials of home fractional lasers report improvement in wrinkles and texture, but many have no control group. Clinic results should not be assumed for home devices.
Which home lasers use fractional technology?
MimiSilk Iris and Tria FRX use non-ablative fractional lasers at 1450 nm and 1440 nm.
Do home lasers have downtime?
Fractional lasers such as Tria FRX and MimiSilk Iris cause expected redness for up to a few hours. Non-fractional and low-level lasers are described by their brands as having no downtime.
Are home lasers safe for darker skin?
Brands of all five lasers here state suitability for all skin tones. Water-absorbed wavelengths such as 1440–1450 nm and non-thermal low-level lasers carry less pigment risk than many clinic lasers. A 2025 review found no serious adverse events with 1440 nm fractional treatment in skin of colour.