Saalio Features

Comparison of the Saalio device with other iontophoresis devices

The differences between the devices on the market are not always clear on a first view. The devices differ in terms of device safety and ease of use. Therefore, here is a brief overview of the key features that distinguish the Saalio device from other devices:

Saalio® Device

  • Direct and pulsed current, freely selectable within one device
    Yes, maximum user benefit.
  • Metal-free electrodes
    Yes, silicone-graphite electrodes.
  • No accessible, electricity conducting parts
    Compliant; electrodes and cables are fully covered or insulated.
  • Flexible underarm electrodes
    Yes; soft silicone-graphite electrodes conform to the underarm contour and enable homogeneous current delivery.
  • Pre-shaped textile electrodes for the face, neck, etc.
    Yes, anatomically pre-shaped and flexible for uniform current delivery.
  • Simultaneous hand and foot treatment (time-saving)
    Yes. Sufficiently large tanks and ample power reserves (current up to max. 30mA).
  • Suitable for children and adolescents
    Yes, for hands/feet: children aged 6 and up,
    for underarms: adolescents aged 12 and up.
  • Proven benefits and safety in accordance with the new EU MDR 2017/745
    Yes. Additional approvals in the U.S. and Australia.
  • 24/7 support for questions and issues
    Yes. Saalio Helpdesk via QR code on the device.

Other tap water iontophoresis devices

  • Direct current and pulsed current, freely selectable within a single device
    No, only for few exceptional cases.
  • Metal-free electrodes
    No, very often electrodes made of aluminum or stainless steel. Prone to corrosion, reduced conductivity, and additional allergy risk (chromium/nickel).
  • No freely accessible live parts
    Not met; electrodes and wires partially accessible, risk of electric shock upon skin contact.
  • Flexible underarm electrodes
    No, rigid metal electrodes are very common.
  • Pre-shaped textile electrodes for the face, neck, etc.
    No, either not available or not anatomically pre-shaped and less flexible.
  • Simultaneous hand and foot treatment (time-saving)
    No, the included basins are often too small or additional basins must be purchased.
  • Suitable for children and adolescents
    No, very often only for adults.
  • Proven benefits and safety in accordance with the new EU MDR 2017/745
    No, in Europe almost all are still based on the old MDD standard.
  • 24/7 support for questions and issues
    No, no comparable service.