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The Chattanooga Intelect RPW 2 was listed at $18,775 (regular price $20,000) by a US retailer on November 12, 2026. The Workhorse XL is $13,349, which is $5,426 less than that sale price. Both are full-size radial pressure wave machines for clinics. The RPW 2 offers a wider pressure range, a separate vibration handpiece and more transmitter options; the XL is built around a long-life handpiece and a lower purchase price.
Price and published specifications
The RPW 2 specifications below come from Chattanooga's product page. The XL specifications come from our product page. Where Chattanooga does not publish a figure, we say so rather than estimate it; for XL details not listed here, ask us for the specification sheet.
| Chattanooga Intelect RPW 2 | Workhorse XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | $18,775 (regular $20,000) | $13,349 |
| Pressure output | 0.3–5.0 bar, 0.1 bar steps | 1.0–4.0 bar, 0.1 bar steps |
| Radial frequency | 1–21 Hz (Falcon handpiece) | Ask for spec sheet |
| Second handpiece | V-ACTOR vibration, 1–50 Hz | None |
| Transmitters | 21 interchangeable options; 15 mm and 20 mm standard | Ask for current package |
| Protocols | Built-in clinical protocol library | 46 preprogrammed protocols |
| Handpiece rating | Not published | 3.5 million shots |
| Air pump | Not published | German KNF |
| Display | 7-inch color touchscreen | Ask for spec sheet |
| Weight | 66.14 lb | Ask for spec sheet |
| Power | 120V AC | 110V or 220V |
| Warranty | Not stated on product page | 1-year limited warranty |
A higher maximum pressure is not automatically better. It gives more headroom; whether you need it depends on the settings your protocols call for.
Where the RPW 2 has the edge
- A wider published pressure range, up to 5.0 bar
- A separate V-ACTOR vibration handpiece for muscle work, if you will use it
- A larger choice of transmitters, sold as options beyond the two standard heads
- An established brand with a large US distribution network
Where the Workhorse XL has the edge
- A purchase price $5,426 below the RPW 2's November sale price, and $6,651 below its regular price
- A handpiece rated for 3.5 million shots
- A German KNF air pump, a Japanese solenoid valve and a Taiwanese power supply
- Published pricing, free shipping across the contiguous US, and the option to buy online
A component rating is not a guarantee of service-free use. Ask any supplier, including us, for the price of replacement handpieces and wear parts, and for the warranty terms in writing.
What about the Intelect Mobile 2 RPW?
Chattanooga's portable model was listed at $15,795 (regular $17,500) by the same retailer on November 12, 2026. If portability is the priority, the Workhorse Mini is $3,949, weighs 26 lb without its case, and offers 1–8 bar pressure and 1–21 Hz frequency with 24 preset modes. Compare the two using each manufacturer's current specification sheet.
Which one should you buy?
Choose the RPW 2 if you specifically want a vibration handpiece, the widest range of transmitter heads, or pressure settings above 4 bar, and the price fits your budget. Choose the Workhorse XL if you want a durable full-size radial machine for daily clinical use at a lower price, and its 1.0–4.0 bar range covers your protocols.
The Workhorse Pro at $10,349 is a third option. It is our most popular all-round clinic machine.
- Workhorse XL price and specifications
- Compare all three Workhorse machines
- Estimate your payback in the ROI calculator
Sources
Checked November 12, 2026. Retail prices change often; confirm a current written quote before you buy. We have not tested Chattanooga devices.
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Compare the Workhorse lineup or run your numbers in the ROI calculator.