When deciding on which mobile imaging system is best for you, there are many things to consider. For example, When comparing two of our most popular mobiles, the Siemens Espree vs. Siemens Aera both have different capabilities and features depending on your needs.
Key Differences and Similarities
One of the primary considerations is price. As the Aera is a newer technology with newer features, it demands a higher price for both, long and short-term rentals. That said, both systems are reliable workhorses that share many common features.
As both machines are large bore (70cm) systems, accessibility does not play a factor in consideration. Another similarity is that both systems come with Siemens’s unique Tim (Total Imaging matrix) technology which eliminates the need for patient repositioning and coil changes during scans. This feature increases workflow capabilities for imaging departments, making both machines a good choice.
In addition to the features common to both the Espree and the Aera, the Aera includes enhancements that can reduce scan times and increase image quality. While both systems have Tim, the Aera uses 4G (4th Generation) Tim which dramatically adds elements and channels to decrease scan times and improve image quality. Direct RF is an Aera feature that decreases noise and improves the quality of the signal. The Aera also offers up to 64 channel coils versus a maximum of 32 for the Espree (most mobile Espree’s are 18 channels).
The Siemens Area also includes a few additional features that customers appreciate. The first being that the Aera has the option to include a detachable table which is not available with the Espree. It also comes with Siemens Quiet Suite which reduces noise pressure for orthopedic and neuro exams by as much as 70%.
Siemens Espree vs. Siemens Aera: Which Mobile MRI Suite Is Best For You
Both machines are efficient, reliable, and feature advanced technology for our clients. When deciding between the two, the overview consideration is that the Espree is a reliable, value conscious workhorse and the AERA is high-end, with the latest and greatest technology. Give us a call today at (833) 966-2445 or contact us online to speak with a professional about our mobile MRI rentals.