The average cost of CoolTone is $2,414, according to 15 reviews from RealSelf members. However, CoolTone prices can range from $1,200 for a single treatment on one muscle group to as much as $4,000 for a series of treatments.
Read on to learn why the cost of this body contouring treatment can vary so much, how the price compares to Emsculpt and Emsculpt Neo (which also use magnetic muscle stimulation), and whether CoolTone is worth the money.
RealSelf Tip: CoolTone is sometimes confused with the fat reduction treatment CoolSculpting. While both devices are manufactured by Allergan, CoolTone targets the muscle layer to strengthen and tone, while CoolSculpting freezes and kills unwanted fat cells. These two treatments can be combined to optimize your results, if you don't mind a higher price tag: CoolSculpting costs about $2,500, on average.
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RealSelf members give CoolTone a 50% Worth It Rating, so it’s not worth it for everyone. While many say they saw a definite improvement in muscle tone (especially on their abs), others saw no difference after multiple treatments.
The most important factor in whether results are likely to be worth the cost is to ensure you're a good candidate. People who aren't close to their goal weight may not see the results they want, and some medspas are more interested in selling treatments than really screening their patients to make sure this is the best option for them.
To avoid this pitfall, find a provider who offers several body contouring options. You may also want to have a consultation for Emsculpt and Emsculpt Neo. The cost of a single Emsculpt treatment is $700 to $1,000 (about the same as CoolTone), while the average cost of a treatment series is over $1,000 more. That said, it has a significantly higher Worth It Rating, more extensive clinical trials to back it up, and a longer track record.
How much you'll pay will depend on:
This noninvasive body contouring treatment can be more costly if you happen to be in a major metropolitan area, where high costs of living can cause the price of everything to skyrocket, including cosmetic procedures.
However, that doesn't mean it's always cheaper in the suburbs or outlying areas: if only one qualified provider offers CoolTone, and they have lots of patient demand, you can also expect your treatment costs to be on the higher end of the spectrum.
The most cost-effective move is to book in an area that has many experienced CoolTone providers who are competing for patients by offering more competitive prices or deals.
A wide range of providers can perform this body sculpting treatment. Most frequently, you'll find it at medical spas, as well as the offices of dermatologists and plastic surgeons. (If a provider offers CoolSculpting, there's a good chance they offer CoolTone, too.)
You'll probably pay more for this muscle-building treatment if it's performed by a board-certified physician, compared to a registered nurse or physician's assistant.
While choosing a provider with less experience will keep your costs down, a seasoned professional will help to make sure you get the best results with minimal side effects. So, put your investment in capable hands.
The electromagnetic energy of CoolTone is FDA-cleared to help build muscle mass in very specific muscle groups: the buttocks, abdomen, and upper thighs.
While many opt solely to improve the muscle tone of their abs (the supramaximal contractions of a single treatment on this area is the equivalent of about 25,000 sit-ups!), you can have multiple body areas treated.
To treat several areas in one session, your provider will either place multiple CoolTone applicators, using two devices, or extend your appointment time. Either way, you'll need to compensate them for the time they could be treating another patient, which could double your cost.
While you can book a single treatment, CoolTone works best if you have an initial series of four to six muscle toning treatment sessions (every two to three days), plus occasional maintenance sessions.
Just like building muscle mass in the more traditional way (working out), you can't expect your muscle groups to strengthen after just one time hitting the gym—or one treatment with thousands of involuntary muscle contractions.
During an initial consultation, your provider will propose a treatment plan. This is the best time to ask for an estimate of your total cost, and to see if they offer package pricing (with reduced rates) if you pay for a series of treatments up-front.
The cost of CoolTone treatments can be steep, and it's still a relatively new treatment. Providers commonly offer deals to attract new patients, especially in the late winter and spring.
You can also join the Allē rewards program, which allows you to earn points on this and other Allergan treatments (including Botox and CoolSculpting), so you can save on future treatments.
Providers on RealSelf often advertise deals on their profiles, and you can keep an eye on social media and your favorite medspa's emails, to make sure you don't miss an opportunity to save.
Many providers offer a complimentary consultation or apply the cost of the consult to your treatment.
Coupon sites also offer CoolTone deals. Just be sure to read patient reviews and check credentials, to ensure you'll be treated by a qualified provider.