Microneedling device reviews
Every device on this site is scored on the same seven-category rubric, with its regulatory status checked against the FDA’s own records. The scores decide the rankings, and no brand pays for a score.
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Home-use pens
Dr. Pen, Derminator, Hydra Pen and other pens sold for use at home.
Professional pens
SkinPen, Dermapen 4, MicroPen EVO and the other FDA-cleared clinic devices.
Rollers
Derma rollers for face, scalp and beard, from 0.2 mm cosmetic rollers to medical ones.
Stamps
Fixed and adjustable stamps for small areas, including the Banisher.
RF microneedling
Morpheus8, Potenza and other radiofrequency systems used in clinics.
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All device reviews
Every review shows its overall score out of 10. Reviews marked in progress are being researched and scored now.
- Dr. Pen M8 · 4.6/10
- Dr. Pen M8S · 4.5/10
- Dr. Pen A11 · 4.6/10
- Dr. Pen A6S and A6 · 4.4/10
- Dr. Pen A10, X5 and A7 · 5.0/10
- Dr. Pen A20 (the only FDA-cleared Dr. Pen) · 5.6/10
- SkinPen Precision and Precision Elite · 6.9/10
- Dermapen 4 · 6.8/10
- Dermapen HOME · 4.6/10
- Derminator 2 · 5.8/10
- Hydra Pen H2 and H3 · 4.6/10
- Korabeauticals V2 · 4.6/10