Hooga vs PlatinumLED: the Spec-Sheet Comparison
Updated August 2026 · compiled from published specifications and attributed third-party measurements
Brand vs brand on the facts
| Policy | Hooga | PlatinumLED |
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Trial window | 60 | 60 |
| Restocking fee | None stated. For US returns a prepaid label is offered but its cost is deducted from the refund. Open-box items are non-refundable. | 20% on elective returns; customer also pays return shipping |
| Shipping | Free shipping on US orders; standard delivery typically 2-6 business days (express orders before 12PM CST ship same day). Return shipping is the customer's cost. | free in US, UK, Canada; some regions (e.g. Australia) pay extra |
| Stand included | Foldable tabletop stand with HG200 and HG300; tabletop stand with PRO and ULTRA panels. Full-body floor stand separate. | No |
| Eye protection | Protective eye goggles included in the box with panels (listed in what's-included on HG, PRO, and ULTRA product pages) | 1 set of goggles (described as optional) |
| Irradiance method | Brand-stated at 6 in (appears solar-meter based); independent spectrometer (Light Therapy Insiders) measured roughly half (ULTRA360 74 vs 132 claimed) | Now publishes LightLab accredited reports; historically solar-meter. Independent spectrometer (Light Therapy Insiders) measured BIOMAX 900 at 90.3 avg vs 185 claimed at 6 in |
| LED type | n/p | single-chip |
| Preset modes | HG: built-in timer only. PRO: flicker-free, stand-compatible. ULTRA: touchscreen timer, adjustable brightness, pulse mode 1-9,999 Hz, remote panel sync. No condition preset modes on any line. | BIOMAX PRO: 5 pre-set Smart Therapy Modes (Deep Tissue, Anti-Aging, Sleep Support, Skin Repair & Recovery, Workout) plus pulse control and custom protocols via remote/touch. Classic BIOMAX: independent R+ (red) and NIR+ array dimming 0-100%, no named preset modes. |
| Personalized usage plan | none | none |
| FDA status | Not FDA-cleared; made in an FDA-registered facility; marketed as general wellness. | FDA-registered. |
Flagship vs flagship
| Spec | Hooga ULTRA4500 | PlatinumLED BioMax Pro Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Wavelengths | 630nm, 660nm, 810nm, 850nm | 480nm, 630nm, 660nm, 810nm, 830nm, 850nm, 1060nm |
| Wavelength allocation | 4 wl per quad-chip | 7-wave blend |
| LEDs | 900 | 432 |
| Irradiance (brand) | 155 mW/cm² at 6 in (method not stated) | Not published |
| Independently measured | n/p | LTI ~peak 120/avg 101 (med confidence) |
| Panel size | 61x16x2.6in | 36x12x3in |
| Price | $3,499 | $1,599 |
The verdict pattern
PlatinumLED carries a 1064nm-class deep infrared band; Hooga does not. As with every comparison on this index, "n/p" cells mean the brand does not publish that fact, which is itself information.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Hooga or PlatinumLED?
It depends on the use case. PlatinumLED carries a 1064nm-class deep infrared band; Hooga does not. The full device records linked above carry the per-model details.
Are Hooga and PlatinumLED FDA approved?
No home red light panel is FDA approved. Both brands hold, at most, FDA registration, which is a listing rather than a clearance.
Methodology: rankings weigh measured or method-stated irradiance, wavelength coverage and published density, buyer terms (trial, restocking, stand, warranty), and value per LED. No brand pays for a position. Full methodology.