HairMax Ultima 12 Classic LaserComb review
By Kirill Gissa · Published · Specs checked Oct 8, 2026 · 
Scores 9.25/10, tied for 3rd of the 15 hair devices we track. At $299 it is tied for the cheapest of the 14 hair devices with a published price, against the category median of $879.50. It is FDA-cleared under 510(k) K110233, one of 13 cleared hair devices out of 15. Its 1-year warranty is shorter than the 2-year category median.
A tight budget: $299, tied for the cheapest of the 14 hair devices with a published price
You might send it back: returns carry a fee of 20%, while 9 of the 15 hair devices charge none
- Price
- $299
- Wavelengths
- 655 nm
- LEDs
- 12
- FDA
- Cleared, K110233
- Warranty
- 1 year
- Returns
- 180 days
Wavelengths
As listed by HairMax. Source: hairmax.com, checked Oct 8, 2026.
Specs and sources
Checked Oct 8, 2026 · source under each valueUse and safety
Buying
FDA status
Cleared by the FDA through 510(k) K110233, decision date May 27, 2011, product code OAP. Open the 510(k) record
Warranty, returns and shipping
6-month money-back on laser devices; 20% fee for return shipping/handling.
Warranty: 1 year. Returns: 6-month money-back on laser devices; 20% fee for return shipping/handling. Shipping: Ships to the US. Source: hairmax.com, checked Oct 8, 2026.
Source: hairmax.com, checked Oct 8, 2026.
Compared with similar hair devices
All 15 hair devices →| Model | Price | Wavelengths | FDA | Warranty | Score | Where to buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HairMax Ultima 12 Classic LaserCombTHIS MODEL | $299 | 655 nm | Cleared, K110233 | 1 year | 9.25/10 | |
| Hooga Red Light Therapy Hat | $299 | 2 (660–850) | No record found | 1 year | 8.75/10 | Check price → |
| Kala Therapy Hat (KALA-91) | $339.99 | 650 nm | Not confirmed | 2 years | 8.75/10 | See specs → |
| HigherDOSE Red Light Hat (HG-120K) | $449 | 650 nm | Cleared, K242363 | 1 year | 9.25/10 | Check price → |
| Bon Charge Red Light Cap | $449 | 2 (650–655) | Cleared, K253349 | 1 year | 9.25/10 | Check price → |
What owners say
Checked Oct 7, 20264.1/5 from 78 ratings on amazon.com. In our score this is 1.75 of 2 points. How we score
- Effectiveness12 mentions4 positive8 negative
- Quality5 mentions4 positive1 negative
- Build quality is the most liked point: 4 of the 5 Amazon reviews that mention quality are positive, with owners calling the comb well made and simple to use. amazon.com
“Such a great easy to use product! I love that it uses zero chemicals and is something I can easily incorporate into my nighttime routine.”
“I’m looking for a way to return for a refund. No phone number or email.”
“This product is well made, simple to use, clear instructions.”
“However, it's not possible to hold the comb "flat against your head," per the instructions, when it is on the top of your head.”
Quotes are word for word from the linked reviews, and we pick praise and complaints alike. Reviews written for a free product and reviews that make health claims are left out. Store ratings change over time; the date shows when we checked.
