Is SculpSure laser lipo the same as CryoLipo?

No. SculpSure uses a 1060nm laser to heat fat cells until they are damaged and absorbed by the body. CryoLipo uses cryolipolysis — controlled cooling — to freeze fat cells. Both can permanently eliminate fat, but the experience and applications differ significantly.

Which produces better results?

On flat areas the fat-reduction numbers are similar (CryoLipo up to 25%, SculpSure ~24%). The deciding factor is usually the area: SculpSure can't effectively treat pinchable fat like love handles, lower belly rolls, or back fat. CryoLipo handles both flat and pinchable, which is why it covers more goals.

Which is more comfortable?

Most clients find CryoLipo more comfortable. The treated area becomes naturally numb after a few minutes of cooling, so the rest of the session is easy. SculpSure alternates heating and cooling pulses, which some clients describe as intermittently sharp or uncomfortable.

Why is laser lipo so much more expensive?

Most clinics charge $1,200–$1,500 per area per session for SculpSure, and you typically need 2–3 sessions per area. CryoLipo at CryoSculpt Body Lab starts at $99 for your first session — one target area per visit, with multiple paddles layered on that area when your body can take it. EMS muscle toning is also included at no additional charge.

Is there real liposuction with a laser?

There's also a surgical procedure called laser-assisted liposuction (e.g., SmartLipo) which is invasive and uses a laser fiber under the skin. SculpSure and the non-invasive 'laser lipo' devices are different — they sit on the skin's surface. CryoLipo and SculpSure are both non-invasive alternatives to surgical liposuction.

Side-by-side

CryoLipo vs. Laser Lipo (SculpSure).

Same up-to-25% fat-reduction ballpark — very different experience, very different cost.

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TL;DR

The short version.

• SculpSure uses 1060nm laser heat. CryoLipo uses controlled cooling. Both permanently eliminate fat cells.
• SculpSure works on flat areas only. CryoLipo handles both flat and pinchable fat.
• SculpSure alternates hot and cool pulses. CryoLipo goes cold, then naturally numb.
• SculpSure runs $1,200–$1,500 per area per session. CryoLipo starts at $99 with EMS toning included.

Head to head

CryoLipo vs Laser Lipo.

Feature	Our pickCryoLipo	Laser Lipo(SculpSure)
Technology	Cryolipolysis — controlled cooling	1060nm diode laser — heats fat cells to damage point
Fat reduction per area	Up to 25%	~24% on flat areas only
Works on pinchable fat	Yes — built for stubborn rolls	No — flat applicators only
Sensation	Cold, then naturally numb	Alternating warm and cool pulses — some clients find it uncomfortable
Session length	~35 minutes	25 minutes per area
Muscle toning	EMS toning included in every session	Not included
Typical cost	$99 first session · $1,560 for 4-session Sculpt Series	$1,200–$1,500 per area per session
Downtime	None	None — possible tenderness or firmness for several days
Best candidate	Anyone with stubborn fat, flat OR pinchable	Lean clients with small flat trouble spots and budget for it
Our verdict	Handles all fat types, more comfortable, lower cost	Flat areas only — and significantly pricier