Hale vs CurrentBody: Honest Comparison

TL;DR: CurrentBody is face-only; Hale goes wider.

Sources checked: CurrentBody Canada product page, https://www.currentbody.ca/products/currentbody-skin-led-light-therapy-mask; CurrentBody global product page, https://www.currentbody.com/products/currentbody-skin-led-light-therapy-mask.

Wavelength and Irradiance Comparison

Hale vs CurrentBody is one of the more direct face-device comparisons because both Hale FACE and CurrentBody Skin LED Light Therapy Mask Series 2 are mask-style products. CurrentBody publishes a three-wavelength setup: 633 nm red, 830 nm near-infrared, and 1072 nm deep near-infrared. It also publishes a detailed LED count: 110 red, 110 near-infrared, and 16 deep near-infrared LEDs. That totals 236 LEDs.

Hale FACE also uses 236 LEDs, but the published wavelength set is different: 460, 665, 850, and 1064 nm. That gives Hale FACE a blue-light component for acne-oriented routines plus red and near-infrared coverage. CurrentBody's Series 2 has no blue wavelength in the sourced red-light mask specification; it focuses on red, near-infrared, and deep near-infrared anti-aging coverage.

For body or clinic use, Hale RLPRO is the relevant step up. RLPRO panels publish eight wavelengths: 630, 650, 660, 670, 810, 830, 850, and 1060 nm. CurrentBody's mask is not intended to compete with a full-body panel. It is designed for the face. If the buyer wants facial skin support, compare Hale FACE and CurrentBody. If the buyer wants muscle recovery, joint areas, or clinic coverage, compare CurrentBody against a panel only to explain why a face mask is not the same category.

CurrentBody deserves credit for publishing power density: 30 mW/cm². That is better transparency than many beauty masks. Hale's provided irradiance values are for RLPRO panels: ≥160 mW/cm² for RLPRO 1000 and ≥197 mW/cm² for RLPRO 1200/2000. Those numbers should not be used to imply Hale FACE has the same irradiance. The fair statement is that CurrentBody publishes face-mask power density, while Hale publishes RLPRO panel irradiance and Hale FACE wavelength/LED count.

Huang et al.'s 2009 review on PBM dose response is relevant because the face-mask category often markets outcomes without giving buyers enough dose context [PMID:20011653]. CurrentBody does publish more dose-relevant data than most masks, but buyers should still follow the product's treatment time and avoid assuming that higher panel irradiance is always better for facial skin.

Certifications and Regulatory Status

CurrentBody's page prominently displays FDA Cleared messaging and lists UKCA registered in the specifications. That is meaningful for a facial LED mask buyer. It indicates the product is positioned with a regulatory and compliance story, not just influencer skincare copy.

Hale's strongest regulatory differentiator is Health Canada Class II Medical Device Licence #111226 for RLPRO 1200 and RLPRO 2000. That matters for Canadian panel buyers, clinics, and professional environments. It should not be overstated for Hale FACE: the verified facts state that Hale FACE is FDA-registered but not Health Canada Class II licensed.

The regulatory conclusion depends on use case. For a face-mask-only buyer, CurrentBody has a strong FDA-cleared facial mask position. For a Canadian clinic or full-body panel buyer, Hale's Health Canada licensed RLPRO 1200/2000 status is the more relevant credential.

Pricing, Warranty, and Price-per-mW

Hale FACE is $399 CAD. The checked CurrentBody Canada page exposed product price data from $475.99 CAD, with higher-priced variants and bundles also present. Because CurrentBody runs bundles and regional pricing, the exact checkout price may vary. On the checked Canadian page data, Hale FACE is the lower listed facial-device price.

CurrentBody publishes a two-year warranty in Canadian page snippets and user-guide language. Hale RLPRO panels carry a 3-year warranty. The provided verified facts do not state a Hale FACE warranty term, so this page does not invent one. For buyers comparing face masks, confirm the warranty term in the regional checkout and support pages before purchase.

Price-per-mW is possible only for CurrentBody if using its published 30 mW/cm² power density, but not for Hale FACE because the provided Hale FACE facts do not include irradiance. Comparing CurrentBody's facial power density to RLPRO panel irradiance would be misleading because the products have different treatment geometry and use cases.

Build Quality and Support

CurrentBody's flexible silicone mask is built for consumer skincare convenience. It includes facial coverage, a controller, and a short treatment routine. The Series 2 specification is unusually complete for a beauty mask: wavelengths, LED count, dimensions, certification entry, and power density are all published.

Hale FACE competes more directly with CurrentBody at the face-mask level, while RLPRO is a separate larger investment. Hale's broader ecosystem may appeal to buyers who want one brand for facial and body treatment. CurrentBody may be a better fit for someone who only wants a polished facial mask and does not care about body panels.

Evidence Limits and Buyer Questions

CurrentBody publishes more useful mask specifications than most facial competitors, but the comparison still has limits. CurrentBody's 30 mW/cm² power density is a mask value. Hale's provided irradiance values are RLPRO panel values. Without a Hale FACE irradiance value in the verified facts, this page cannot claim that Hale FACE delivers a higher facial dose than CurrentBody.

Buyers should ask Hale for Hale FACE irradiance and ask CurrentBody how its 30 mW/cm² was measured: at the LED surface, across the mask surface, or at another distance. They should also ask whether all wavelengths run simultaneously and whether 1072 nm output is included in the stated power density. Those details affect any dose calculation and can change how a 10-minute facial routine should be interpreted.

The practical comparison is still useful. CurrentBody is a strong facial mask with published power density and a refined consumer product experience. Hale FACE is less expensive on checked CAD pricing and includes a different wavelength mix, including blue. Hale RLPRO is a separate body-panel choice. Buyers should decide which of those three jobs they are actually hiring the device to do.

Use Case Recommendation

Choose CurrentBody if your priority is a well-known facial LED mask with published 633, 830, and 1072 nm wavelengths, 236 LEDs, 30 mW/cm² power density, and FDA-cleared positioning. It is a strong facial skincare device and the comparison should acknowledge that.

Choose Hale FACE if you want a lower checked CAD price, a different four-wavelength facial mix including blue light, and the same published 236-LED count. Choose Hale RLPRO if you are buying for body coverage, practitioner use, or Health Canada Class II licensed panel deployment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hale or CurrentBody better for facial anti-aging?

CurrentBody has a strong facial anti-aging spec sheet, including 633, 830, and 1072 nm plus published power density. Hale FACE may be better if you also want a blue-light mode and a lower checked CAD entry price.

Do Hale FACE and CurrentBody have the same LED count?

Based on the checked specs, yes: Hale FACE has 236 LEDs, and CurrentBody publishes 110 red, 110 near-infrared, and 16 deep near-infrared LEDs, totaling 236.

Does CurrentBody ship to Canada?

Yes, CurrentBody has a Canadian product page at currentbody.ca. Buyers should still confirm final shipping, taxes, warranty handling, and return rules at checkout.

Is CurrentBody FDA approved?

The checked page uses FDA Cleared messaging. FDA cleared is not the same phrase as FDA approved. Buyers should keep that distinction clear when comparing devices.

Is Hale better for body recovery?

Yes. CurrentBody's product is a face mask. Hale RLPRO panels are the appropriate Hale products for large-area body treatment and recovery workflows.

See Also

• Hale vs LightStim
• Best red light therapy mask Canada guide
• Red light therapy for skin rejuvenation