Frequently Asked Questions

Headquartered in Scottsdale, AZ USA, for over 6 years, Royal Red Light has led the way in designing, engineering and manufacturing cutting edge red light therapy devices. Here are some of the ways we stand out:
BEST VALUE: Quite simply Royal Red offers the absolute best value and most powerful, affordable and effective red light therapy devices on the market today. Royal Red devices deliver exceptional power and performance at an unmatched value (ie watts per $ invested).
3RD PARTY TESTED: All of our red light therapy panels are independent 3rd party tested to guarantee the power (measured in joules) and spectral output.
UNMATCHED SELECTION: As the leader in red light therapy, Royal Red is committed to offering the widest selection available anywhere. Over the years, Royal Red has designed and engineered many devices in many form factors, without ever sacrificing our commitment to quality.
SUPERIOR QUALITY: Our devices are proudly manufactured in a state-of-the-art facility certified to the highest standards, including MDSAP and ISO 13485.
COMMITMENT TO INNOVATION: At Royal Red, red light therapy is what we do. Our multiple patents, and unique product offerings demonstrate our never-ending commitment to innovation. To learn more about our patents, see the Patents page.
SCIENCE DRIVEN: Our Scientific Advisory Board is comprised of some of the best minds in the photobiomodulation research field. Our board has both PhD researchers from top tier universities, as well as practitioners using the devices regularly in the real world. As such, our product development is driven by the latest research and real world experience.
60 DAY NO RISK TRIAL PERIOD: Royal Red has a full 60 day NO RISK trial - when we way no risk, we mean it. Send the product back for any reason within 60 days for a full refund.
EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICE: Our online reputation speaks for itself. If you ever need help, or just have a question you can call our phone customer support line and speak to an actual live person (in the USA) to get help.
REAL RESULTS: Don't just take our word for it. Please take a moment to read through our growing repository of customer testimonials.

• To learn more about what sets us apart read The Royal Red Difference.

Our lights have been third party tested and validated by LightLab International in Pennsylvania.
Other red light therapy lights on the market may appear similar - but the reality is unless those companies are publishing transparent, independent testing data, you just don't know what you are getting.

Near Infrared (800-900nm) is just beyond the visible spectrum (400nm-700nm) - hence it is invisible to the naked eye. You will actually only be able to see a small pink dot or perhaps a very subtle pinkish hue emanating from the NIR LEDs when they are 'on'. Please rest assured that there is a significant amount of light energy emanating from those LEDs and your Royal Red Light is in fact working exactly as designed.

The most well studied mechanism of action surrounding red and near infrared light therapy is increased MITOchondrial energy production in the cells. MITOchondria are tiny organelles that are the energy power plants of all the cells in our body. Red and near infrared light therapy helps the MITOchondria create more of that energy.
The specific photons found in red and near infrared light interact with a photoreceptors within our cells called cytochrome c oxidase. This interaction stimulates the mitochondria in our cells to use oxygen more efficiently, which allows the mitochondria to produce more ATP (adenosine triphosphate). Adenosine triphosphate is a complex organic chemical that provides energy to drive many processes in living cells, e.g. muscle contraction, nerve impulse propagation, and chemical synthesis. Found in all forms of life, ATP is often referred to as the "molecular unit of currency" of intracellular energy transfer. When our cells have more energy, they simply perform better and the body follows suit!
Below is a link to a 3rd party compilation of over 7000 scientific studies on Photobiomodulation (PBM) / Low Level Laser Therapy (LLLT).

HSA and FSA Eligibility
You can now use your Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA) debit card to buy select Royal Red Light devices with pre-tax dollars, resulting in net savings of 30-40%.

Royal Red Light devices are low / risk, general wellness products designed to affect the body through topical heating and supporting cellular function. Royal Red Light is registered with the FDA and a certain subset of Royal Red products have obtained 510(k) clearance.
Under the 1976 Amendments to the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act, the Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) regulates the bringing of new medical devices to market. 21 U.S.C. § 360c. FDA classifies devices into one of three categories based on the risk they pose to the public. § 360c(f); see also 21 C.F.R. § 860.3 (2018).
Under FDA regulations, marketers cannot sell higher-risk products without premarket approval from FDA, a regulatory pathway that includes a rigorous review of safety and efficacy data. FDA, Device Advice: Comprehensive Regulatory Assistance: Overview of Medical Device Regulation: How to Study and Market Your Device: Premarket Submissions: Premarket Approval (PMA).

Lower-risk devices undergo a less stringent regulatory review, known as the 510(k) regulatory pathway, that does not require clinical data demonstrating efficacy or safety, only a showing that a new device is “substantially equivalent” to an existing device already legally marketed in the United States. FDA, Device Advice: Comprehensive Regulatory Assistance: How to Study and Market Your Device: Premarket Submissions: Premarket Notification 510(k).
These devices are typically referred to as FDA "cleared". The RoyalGROW Helmet and RoyalCLEAR and RoyalGLOW Masks, have 510(k) clearance.
In addition, FDA has exempted some lower-risk devices, such as heating pads and topical heating devices that emit infrared light, (such as all other Royal Red Light devices), from the 510(k) regulatory pathway. Id.; see also 21 C.F.R. § 890.5550 (2018) (exempting infrared lamps from 510(k) premarket notification requirement); 21 C.F.R. § 890.5950 (2018) (exempting powered heating units from 510(k) premarket notification requirement). These 510(k)-exempt devices do not undergo FDA regulatory review before companies bring them to market. 
FDA separately requires that manufacturers and distributors of medical devices in the United States register annually and submit a device list, a process known as “establishment registration.” 21 C.F.R. § 807 (2018); FDA, Device Advice: Comprehensive Regulatory Assistance: How to Study and Market Your Device: Device Registration and Listing.
The purpose of this registration requirement is to inform FDA where medical devices are made, in the event of a public health emergency to which the agency must respond. 
At Royal Red Light, we believe transparency and ethical advertising are non-negotiable. We intentionally avoid superlative or misleading marketing claims- particularly misuse of the term “FDA approved” - because they are both unnecessary and, in our view, highly unethical in the general wellness space. Consumers should be cautious any time they see a company broadly advertising “FDA approval” for low-risk wellness devices; it is often a red flag that regulatory language is being stretched for marketing purposes. We don’t need to do that. Our devices stand on their own merits: best-in-class design, rigorous safety standards, years of independent testing, and over seven years of real-world use by customers who consistently share their results and experiences. We believe trust is earned through honesty, not hype.

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Yes, we do offer a 10% Military discount. You can apply for the discount code at the link below.

For a detailed comparison of our THREE panel series see the chart HERE.
Here's some quick guidance:
RoyalPRO + Series - Available only from Royal Red Light, the award-winning RoyalPRO + series incorporates the four most bio-active wavelengths 630nm / 660nm (Red) and 830nm / 850nm (Near Infrared). This unique configuration drives enhanced efficacy by delivering increased light energy at the parts of the spectra which maximize cytochrome c oxidase activation. Also comes with a built in integrated control panel and timer (control an entire array with the push of a button). The RoyalPRO + Series stands out as a unique and top-tier red light therapy option, offering simplicity for time-buyers in the realm of red light therapy. Learn more about the science behind the RoyalPRO + here.
RoyalPRO X Series - BRAND NEW in 2024. The RoyalPRO X marks a significant leap forward in red light therapy, embodying user-centric design, touchscreen interface, brightness control, alarm function, Royal Red mobile app compatibility and more. With five carefully selected and mindfully apportioned peak LED wavelengths (590nm, 630nm, 660nm, 810nm, and 830nm), and built upon the proven RoyalPRO + platform, the RoyalPRO X is true next-generation light therapy. Learn more about the RoyalPRO X Series here.
RoyalADAPT 3.0 Series - Unquestionably the most advanced red light therapy panel ever created. The patent-pending RoyalADAPT Series with dual chip multi-wavelength design provides an incredible ELEVEN different possible modes (red and near infrared wavelength combinations). If you want the absolute cutting edge of individualized, customizable red light therapy, learn more here about the RoyalADAPT 3.0 design.

The Universal Stand has different weight limits depending on orientation:

• Vertical setup: up to 100 lbs
• Horizontal setup: up to 65 lbs

Because of these limits, not all panel combinations are recommended in every configuration.
Recommended horizontal configurations (max 65 lbs)
The largest setups we recommend in the horizontal position are:

• 2× RoyalPRO 1500+
• RoyalPRO 750X + RoyalPRO 1500X
• RoyalPRO MegaX
• RoyalADAPT MID 4.0 + RoyalADAPT MAX 4.0
• 2× RoyalADAPT MAX 4.0

Hardware & Configuration Policy (Horizontal Use)

For safety and stability reasons, Royal Red Light does not support, recommend, or supply mounting hardware for horizontal Universal Stand configurations that exceed the listed recommendations above.
This includes any 4-panel horizontal setup, regardless of total panel weight. Due to off-center loading and increased leverage forces in the horizontal orientation, additional brackets or hardware will not be provided, and such configurations are considered unsupported use of the Universal Stand.
Vertical configurations (up to 100 lbs)
The vertical orientation supports heavier setups. Notably:

• 4× RoyalPRO 1500+ is supported on the vertical stand
• 2x RoyalPRO 750X and 1500X
• 2x RoyalADAPT MID 4.0 and MAX 4.0

⚠️ Important: A 4× RoyalADAPT MAX 4.0 setup is NOT recommended on the Universal Stand due to exceeding the safe weight limit. This is why we do not sell that combination/,
Largest surface area setup
If you’re looking for the largest total coverage area that is safely supported on the Universal Stand:

• 4× RoyalPRO 1500+ (vertical configuration)
• Coverage area: approximately 6 feet × 2 feet

This setup provides the maximum surface area while staying within the stand’s weight and stability limits.
Hardware & Configuration Policy (Horizontal Use)

For safety and stability reasons, Royal Red Light does not support, recommend, or supply mounting hardware for horizontal Universal Stand configurations that exceed the listed recommendations above.
This includes any 4-panel horizontal setup, regardless of total panel weight. Due to off-center loading and increased leverage forces in the horizontal orientation, additional brackets or hardware will not be provided, and such configurations are considered unsupported use of the Universal Stand.

There are four main areas of EMF that we discuss below:
RF (radiofrequency): Other than the RoyalPRO X and RoyalADAPT, none of our devices contain any bluetooth or WiFi transmitters. The bluetooth can be disabled on the RoyalPRO X and RoyalADAPT if the user desires to do so.
Magnetic Fields: Any electrical device running on AC (alternating current) will generate some kind of magnetic field. Hence why we describe our products as "Low EMF" and not "Zero EMF". Our battery powered devices (mobile units, belts, helmets) are DC current and have zero magnetic fields. Our plug-in panels do create some magnetic field. We have consulted with EMF experts and had our plug-in panels tested with highly sensitive commercial grade EMF measuring equipment - at the recommended usage distance the magnetic field can range from 0.0mG (milligauss) to ~0.5mG (above ambient levels). To put this in perspective, the highly conservative BioInitiative Report recommends an exposure limit of 1.0mG for 24/7 exposure for pregnant women and children. To further put that in perspective, ICNIRP has set a general public exposure level limit of 400 microtesla or 4,000mG! In sum, our devices put out little to no magnetic field and are much, much lower than many other household appliances.


Electric Fields: Our devices have been tested and have been found to generate no electric fields on the face of the panels. Additionally, the patent-pending RoyalADAPT comes standard with a shielded power cable.
Flicker: Flicker is an artifact of AC (alternating current). All of our plug-in panels use specialized LED power drives to eliminate the flicker caused by alternating current. Our battery powered products (mobile units, belts, helmets) are DC current and have zero flicker.


Our devices are engineered to have low EMFs. However, anything with electric current running through it is going to generate some electromagnetic field. At the recommended usage distance of 6+ inches our devices emit no detectable levels of EMF.


On balance our devices are going to be much lower in EMFs than other products because our lights contain only the electrical components needed to power and cool the lights (nothing extraneous added such as bluetooth / WiFi). Of particular concern are products which come with an 'app'. Having an app necessitates a WiFi / bluetooth signal from the device. Many times these devices can emit a signal even when they are not in use! This means you could be unknowingly polluting your environment with EMFs 24/7.


For more information, please watch those videos:
EMF Expert Brian Hoyer Tests Royal Red Light Portable Devices
EMF Expert Brian Hoyer Tests the Royal Red Light Cabin

Yes, the RoyalPRO 300 X, RoyalPRO 300+ and RoyalADAPT MIN 2.0 come with a robust 180 degree stand that is attached to the light (as shown in the product photos). The RoyalMIN 2.0 comes with a kickstand as shown in the product photo.

Royal Red Light devices are ETL Certified (5022991) meeting the highest electrical performance and safety standards in the industry.
Royal Red Light has also registered with the FDA.
Red and Near Infrared LED lights when designed and used properly are quite safe. Royal Red Light has a five year track record of providing safe red and near infrared LED therapy lights to thousands of satisfied customers.

Some LED light panel manufacturers use a wide beam angle of 90 degrees. The problem with using a very wide beam angle is that the power density drops quickly over distance. The angle that light comes out of a light source is the main factor in determining how the power density drops over distance. Wide beam angles (90 degrees) make the power density weaken very soon. If you are planning to use the light for a larger area (and therefore plan on sitting / standing back further from the device), a 90 degree beam angle typically is not the best choice.
Conversely, other light panel manufacturers may use a very narrow beam angle of 30 degrees. This design choice often necessitates the LEDs being packed closer together to avoid dead spots. This may mean higher 'peak' power measurements for the lights, but the devices tend to be physically smaller (due to the LEDs needing to be closer together). Anectodical experience with 30 degree beam angle devices is that they can be uncomfortable to even briefly glance at. We consider 30 degree beam angle devices to be generally less safe and less user friendly than wider beam angle devices.
The Royal Red Light Panels use a 'sweet spot' beam angle of 60 degrees to ensure therapeutic power density at further distances, while maximizing for usability, comfort and safety.

For our Adapt 3.0 and Pro+ Panels, you can purchase a floor stand for one unit. If you would like to use multiple panels at once the Universal stand is a great option. 

We do not offer any wall mounts for our panels. We generally do not recommend hanging the panels from a wall as many of our panels are heavy and weigh over 20+ lbs.

We generally do not recommend using our lights in any type of Sauna as regular exposure to high heat / humidity may reduce the life span of the LEDs.

Using a 3 prong extension cord is fine as long as the cord is rated for the power of the device(s). Some of our larger panels and multi-light arrays can draw significant current - it is important that the cord is rated to be able to handle the total current drawn. All of our plug in panels have the power consumption figures listed on the product listings. If you have any questions please contact customer service. 

While there is a growing body of scientific research suggesting that modest amounts of red and NIR LED light may benefit certain eye conditions, Mito Red's plug-in lights are very bright! When using, DO NOT stare directly into the light emitting diodes (LEDs). 
Eye protection is provided with each light and should be worn when facing the lights, particularly when NIR is active. The eye protection included is specifically designed for these wavelengths of light.
As an industry leader in red light therapy, Royal Red Light panel purchases now include TWO forms of eye protection: Opaque Protective Goggles and high quality, comfortable IR3 lens glasses For customers wanting maximum light attenuation we also offer for sale extremely dark IR5 lens glasses. At Mito Red, customer safety is our number one priority. 
Again, our Mito Red Lights are very bright and if you have any eye problems, or any other health conditions at all, please consult with a licensed healthcare professional before using a device like Mito Red.

More is not always better!
There is an upside down U shaped response curve when it comes to red light benefits More is not always better! The great thing about Mito Red Light devices is that you can reap the same benefits in less time versus other products on the market.
For this reason, we recommend you allow at least 6 hours between treatments of the same area. We recommend no more than 15 minutes in any one session with panels and no more than 20 minutes in any one session for the flexible devices. We recommend using your device 4-10 times per week. We recommend taking at least one day off per week.

Red light is absorbed by the skin, boosting collagen production & aiding skin conditions.
Near Infrared light reaches deeper into the body and may support muscle relaxation, cellular vitality, and overall recovery.

As there has been no clinical research with red light therapy treatments on pregnant or nursing subjects, do not use the device if pregnant or lactating before consulting with your healthcare provider.

Near infrared light may penetrate clothing to some degree, but red light is not able to effectively penetrate clothing. Therefore we generally recommend exposing clean bare skin to the light as the usage environment allows.

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No, items in stock are shipped in the order in which they are received. We will not hold in stock items to ship with pre-order items. 

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You do not need to replace bulbs as the LEDs have an expected lifespan of 50,000+ Hours!

Various Mito Red accessories can be purchased at the page below.