BioCharger NG: What It Is, How Sessions Work, and Who It's For

The BioCharger NG is one of the most talked-about devices in the biohacking world. It looks like a piece of sci-fi lab equipment, glows with colored light, and is showing up in longevity clinics, recovery studios, chiropractic offices and a growing number of homes. Here's what it is, what a session is actually like, and how to decide if it's right for you.

What the BioCharger is

According to BioCharger, the NG combines four types of energy in one device and applies them at the same time, without touching the user [1]:

• PEMF (pulsed electromagnetic fields)
• Light, produced by gas-filled tubes in the center of the device
• Frequencies and harmonics
• Voltage

Sessions run from programmed "recipes." Owners get access to a cloud library of recipes, which the company says includes more than 1,200 energy and frequency programs [2], organized around goals like relaxation, focus and energy.

What a session is like

A typical session lasts about 12 to 15 minutes. You sit or stand roughly 3 to 5 feet from the device and stay passive while it runs [1]. Nothing touches you, there are no mats or attachments, and there's no clothing change. Because it's touchless, the brand says up to six people can experience a session at once [1].

Many users describe sessions as relaxing, calming or energizing. Those are personal experiences, and they're a big part of why people enjoy it.

What the research does and doesn't show

PEMF on its own has a real research base. A 2018 meta-analysis of 12 randomized trials found PEMF reduced pain and improved function in knee and hand osteoarthritis compared with sham devices [3]. You can read more in our PEMF guide.

That research, however, was done on specific PEMF devices and settings, not on the BioCharger. As of this writing, we have not found peer-reviewed controlled clinical trials of the BioCharger itself. That doesn't mean people don't benefit from it. It means the honest way to describe it is as a wellness experience, not a treatment for any condition. Anyone who tells you it cures or treats a disease is going beyond the evidence.

Safety screening

The BioCharger NG owner's manual is clear that the device is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease [4]. It also lists precautions that every owner and studio should screen for before a first session. In summary [4]:

• Implanted electronic devices that can't be turned off or removed (pacemakers, defibrillators, insulin pumps, glucose monitors, spinal stimulators and some hearing aids): start about 6 feet (2 meters) away and come no closer than about 3 feet (1 meter) during a session.
• Pregnancy: the manufacturer says pregnant women should not use it, because it hasn't been studied in pregnancy.
• Light sensitivity (photosensitive epilepsy or light-triggered migraines): use it without the light tubes installed, or wear a full blackout eye mask.
• Metal near the brain or heart (skull plates or mesh, stents) and metal-based chemotherapy ports: the manufacturer says not to use it. Other passive metal implants aren't contraindicated, but start farther back and move closer gradually.
• Children under 18 must be supervised by a parent or guardian.

During a session, the manual asks users to keep every part of the body roughly 20 inches from the device, never touch it while it's running, keep phones and tablets locked or about 6 feet away, and press the emergency stop button if they feel uncomfortable. New users are advised to start on the light power level and work up gradually [4]. As always, talk with your doctor first if you have a medical condition.

Is it right for a home?

The BioCharger is a premium purchase, so it tends to make the most sense for households that already have the core recovery basics covered (like a sauna, cold plunge or red light) and want an energy-focused experience the whole family can share. Because sessions are short, touchless and shared, it's easy to fit into a daily routine.

Questions to ask before you buy:

• What does the warranty cover, and for how long?
• Is the recipe library included, or is it a subscription?
• Do I have the right room? Per the manual, it needs a standard 110V/15A outlet with a verified working ground (up to about 1,100W at peak), a non-metal table at least 15 inches off the floor, and about 3 feet of clearance from walls, outlets, vents and other conductive materials [4].
• What training, onboarding and support come with it?
• Can I try a session first at a nearby location? (BioCharger keeps a map of locations that offer sessions.)

For businesses

For studios and clinics, the appeal is that one device can serve several clients at once, with very little staff time and no cleaning between sessions. BioCharger's own launch advice for new business owners is to list it on your website with pricing and booking, train staff with talking points, let staff try it first, run a limited-time intro offer, and collect client testimonials [2]. Keep your marketing to experience and wellness language, and avoid health claims. See our guide for gyms and studios.

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Sources

1. "BioCharger Makes Recovery Efficient, Fun with Four-in-One Energy Platform." Athletech News. athletechnews.com
2. BioCharger. "Start Strong: 5 Key Moves to Maximize the BioCharger in Your First 30 Days." biocharger.com
3. Wu Z, Ding X, Lei G, et al. Efficacy and safety of the pulsed electromagnetic field in osteoarthritis: a meta-analysis. BMJ Open. 2018;8(12):e022879. doi:10.1136/bmjopen-2018-022879
4. Advanced Biotechnologies, LLC. BioCharger NG Owner's Manual, v14. 2026. biocharger.com

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