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Removery vs LaserAway

Specialist vs chain, PicoWay vs PicoSure, package pricing vs per-session. The head-to-head decision for two of the largest national tattoo removal brands.

Removery and LaserAway are both national brands offering laser tattoo removal. That is where the similarity ends. The Removery vs LaserAway decision comes down to three differences: technology, pricing model, and business focus.

Removery is a tattoo-removal-only specialist chain that uses Candela PicoWay, a picosecond laser with three wavelengths (1064nm, 532nm, 785nm), and offers a Complete Removal Package that caps total cost regardless of session count. LaserAway is a multi-service aesthetics chain that uses Cynosure PicoSure, a picosecond laser built around a 755nm alexandrite wavelength, with per-session pricing.

This page covers the head-to-head decision without forcing a universal winner.

Key Difference

Key Differences Between Removery and LaserAway

	Removery	LALaserAway
Business model	Tattoo-removal-only specialist	Multi-service aesthetics chain
Laser technology	Candela PicoWay (picosecond)	Cynosure PicoSure (picosecond)
Wavelengths	1064nm, 532nm, 785nm	755nm primary; optional 532nm, 1064nm
Green ink coverage	785nm (strong green clearance)	755nm (strong green and blue clearance)
Pricing model	Complete Removal Package (capped total cost) + per-session	Per-session pricing
Package terms	Package-style cost cap within provider terms	No formal unlimited-sessions package
Payment plans	Internal financing within the package	Third-party financing options
Service focus	Tattoo removal only	Tattoo removal + laser hair removal + body contouring + injectables + skin treatments
Free consultation	Yes	Varies by location
National footprint	Large (tattoo-removal-only locations)	Larger (multi-service locations across more metros)

Both brands use picosecond lasers. Both are national chains. The differences are in the details.

Removery vs LaserAway: Pricing and Packages

The pricing model difference is the single most impactful axis in the Removery vs LaserAway decision for most users.

Removery pricing

Removery offers a Complete Removal Package. At consultation, Removery quotes a total cost based on tattoo size, ink density, and treatment complexity. The package covers unlimited sessions until the tattoo is removed, subject to the provider's package terms. Removery also offers per-session pricing for users who prefer flexibility, and includes internal monthly payment plans within the package model.

LaserAway pricing

LaserAway uses per-session pricing. LaserAway does not publish pricing online. Users get a quote at consultation. LaserAway does not offer a formal unlimited-sessions package. If your tattoo needs more sessions than initially estimated, each additional session is an additional cost. Third-party financing options are typically available.

What this means for users:

If your tattoo ends up needing more sessions than average, Removery's package protects your total cost. LaserAway's per-session model does not.
If your tattoo clears in fewer sessions than average, per-session pricing may produce a lower total cost than a package commitment.
If total cost certainty matters to you, Removery's model is structurally stronger. If flexibility matters more, LaserAway's per-session model avoids an upfront commitment.
Removery vs LaserAway cost comparison requires consultations at both. Neither publishes pricing online.

For national pricing context, see the cost guide.

Removery vs LaserAway: Laser Technology and Results

Both brands use picosecond lasers. The platforms differ in wavelength configuration and heritage.

Removery: Candela PicoWay

PicoWay offers three wavelengths: 1064nm (black, dark ink, safer for darker skin), 532nm (red, orange, warm tones), and 785nm (green, blue-green, purple). The 785nm wavelength gives PicoWay a specific advantage on green ink clearance. PicoWay's pulse duration is among the shortest in the picosecond class.

LaserAway: Cynosure PicoSure

PicoSure's primary wavelength is 755nm (alexandrite). This wavelength handles black, blue, and green inks effectively. PicoSure Pro adds optional 532nm and 1064nm handpieces. PicoSure was the first picosecond aesthetic laser to receive FDA clearance (December 2012). PicoSure uses Cynosure's patented PressureWave technology.

Wavelength comparison:

Black ink. Both platforms handle black well at 1064nm. No meaningful difference.
Green ink. PicoWay uses 785nm. PicoSure uses 755nm. Both target green effectively. Clinical performance on green ink is comparable between the two platforms.
Red and orange. Both platforms handle at 532nm. No meaningful difference.
Dark skin. The 1064nm wavelength has the lowest melanin absorption and is safest for darker Fitzpatrick skin types. PicoWay includes 1064nm as standard. PicoSure Pro offers it as an optional handpiece. Availability may vary by LaserAway location.

Both platforms have peer-reviewed evidence supporting strong clearance rates. The technology difference between PicoWay and PicoSure is smaller than the difference between either picosecond platform and a Q-switched laser. For the full technology comparison, see PicoWay vs Q-switch.

Removery vs LaserAway: Locations and Convenience

Both brands operate across major US metros.

Removery locations

Removery operates tattoo-removal-only locations. Every location is dedicated to tattoo removal. Staff, equipment, and scheduling are built around one service.

LaserAway locations

LaserAway operates multi-service aesthetics locations. Tattoo removal is one offering alongside laser hair removal, CoolSculpting, injectables, and other cosmetic procedures. LaserAway's footprint is generally larger.

LaserAway has more total locations. Removery has fewer but each is exclusively focused on tattoo removal. Check both for availability in your metro.

Removery vs LaserAway: Reviews and Reputation

Both brands carry strong aggregate Google ratings across their national footprint.

Review volume

LaserAway's total lifetime review count is higher because the multi-service model generates reviews from multiple procedure types. Removery's reviews are exclusively about tattoo removal. Isolating tattoo-removal-specific reviews from LaserAway's aggregate is harder.

Review quality signal

The cross-city evidence table below shows tattoo-removal-specific review data from our internal dataset where available. The table updates as our review evidence refreshes.

Removery review evidence

City	Sample	Avg ★	% Pos	Pos	Neg	Complete	Micro	Scarring
Houston	57	4.88	9%	5	1	3	0	1
Chicago	44	4.77	34%	15	2	1	1	0
Round Rock	30	5.00	13%	4	0	2	0	0
Austin	29	5.00	28%	8	0	3	0	0
Katy	22	5.00	14%	3	0	1	0	0
Friendswood	21	5.00	0%	0	0	0	0	0
Sugar Land	19	5.00	5%	1	0	1	0	0
Shenandoah	19	5.00	11%	2	0	1	0	0
Tampa	15	4.93	13%	2	0	2	0	0
Total	256	4.93★	16%	40	3	14	1	1

LaserAway review evidence

City	Sample	Avg ★	% Pos	Pos	Neg	Complete
Houston	40	4.97	3%	1	0	1
Austin	36	4.89	6%	2	1	0
Tampa	31	4.52	3%	1	3	0
Chicago	31	5.00	6%	2	0	0
Total	138	4.85★	4%	6	4	1

Data refreshed: April 27, 2026 · Published review sample reflects RTR public filters. Lifetime Google review counts may be higher.

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Both brands have coverage gaps in the current dataset.

Pros and Cons of Removery

Pros

Tattoo-removal-only specialist focus across all locations
Complete Removal Package caps total cost regardless of session count
Package-style cost cap within provider terms
Uses Candela PicoWay with three wavelengths including 785nm for green ink
Internal financing within the package model
Free consultations at all locations
Reviews are exclusively about tattoo removal
Consistent national protocols

Cons

Fewer total locations than a multi-service chain
No ability to bundle tattoo removal with other aesthetic services
Pricing is consultation-set, not published online
Package commitment may exceed per-session cost if the tattoo clears quickly

Pros and Cons of LaserAway

Pros

Larger national footprint with more total locations
Uses Cynosure PicoSure, the first FDA-cleared picosecond laser
Multi-service platform lets users bundle tattoo removal with other aesthetic treatments
Strong mainstream brand recognition
PicoSure Pro offers multi-wavelength coverage when all handpieces are available
Per-session model avoids upfront package commitment

Cons

Tattoo removal is one service among many; per-clinician specialization is diluted
No formal unlimited-sessions package or results guarantee
Per-session pricing exposes users to total cost risk if more sessions are needed
Google reviews reflect the full aesthetics service mix, not tattoo removal specifically
Pricing is not published online
PicoSure's 755nm has higher melanin absorption than 1064nm; darker skin types require careful clinician judgment

Verdict

Our Verdict: Removery or LaserAway?

Neither brand is universally better.

Choose Removery when:

You want a tattoo-removal-only specialist
You want package pricing that caps total cost across unlimited sessions
You want package-style cost certainty within provider terms
You want reviews that are exclusively about tattoo removal
You have a larger or denser tattoo and want cost certainty
Green ink clearance is important and you want the 785nm wavelength as standard

Choose LaserAway when:

You want a larger national footprint with more location options
You want to bundle tattoo removal with other aesthetic services
You prefer per-session pricing without an upfront package commitment
You have a simpler tattoo that is likely to clear in fewer sessions
You are comfortable with a mainstream aesthetics chain
A LaserAway location is closer or more convenient

Get consultations at both when:

Both brands have a location near you
You want to compare quotes and session-count estimates
You are uncertain whether package or per-session pricing will be cheaper for your tattoo

The decision often narrows on geography. Use the city comparison pages to see which brands operate in your metro. See /reviews/removery and /reviews/laseraway for deeper brand coverage.

Editorial note: This comparison synthesizes brand-published technology and pricing material with our internal review-sample evidence dataset. Both brands have coverage gaps in the current dataset. PicoWay specs from Candela. PicoSure specs from Cynosure and PMC4859414 (Torbeck et al 2016). See our methodology and editorial policy for full details.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Removery better than LaserAway?

Neither is universally better. Removery is better suited for users who want a tattoo-removal-only specialist and package pricing with more total-cost certainty within its terms. LaserAway is better suited for users who want a larger national footprint, per-session flexibility, and the ability to bundle aesthetic services.

Is Removery cheaper than LaserAway?

It depends on how many sessions your tattoo needs. Removery's Complete Removal Package caps total cost. LaserAway's per-session model may be cheaper if your tattoo clears quickly. Neither publishes pricing online. Two free consultations produce two comparable quotes.

Which has better tattoo removal results, Removery or LaserAway?

Both use picosecond lasers with strong clearance evidence. The technology difference between PicoWay and PicoSure is smaller than the difference between either platform and a Q-switched laser. Results depend on the tattoo, ink, skin, and provider protocol.

What laser does Removery use?

Removery uses Candela PicoWay, a picosecond laser with three wavelengths: 1064nm, 532nm, and 785nm.

What laser does LaserAway use for tattoo removal?

LaserAway uses Cynosure PicoSure, a picosecond laser. The primary wavelength is 755nm (alexandrite). PicoSure Pro adds optional 532nm and 1064nm handpieces.

Which provider has more locations?

LaserAway has more total locations. Removery has fewer but each is exclusively focused on tattoo removal.

Is Removery worth it?

For users who want package-style cost certainty and a tattoo-removal-only specialist, yes. See /reviews/removery for the full picture.

Is LaserAway worth it?

For users with standard body tattoos in markets where LaserAway is conveniently located, it is a reasonable mainstream option. For users who want cost certainty or a removal-only specialist, Removery or a local specialist may be a better fit. See /reviews/laseraway for the full picture.

Does Removery offer a guarantee?

Removery's Complete Removal Package is a package-style cost cap within its terms. The package covers unlimited sessions until the tattoo is removed at the quoted price, subject to the provider's package conditions.

Which is better for dark skin?

Both platforms can treat darker Fitzpatrick skin types. The 1064nm wavelength is commonly preferred because it has lower melanin absorption than shorter wavelengths. PicoWay includes 1064nm as standard. PicoSure Pro offers it as an optional handpiece, so confirm availability at your LaserAway location. For users who want to avoid laser-melanin interaction entirely, non-laser options exist. See the best tattoo removal method overview.

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