The Best PMU Machines 2024
Are you a beginner looking for your first permanent makeup machine, or an established artist moving on to a more advanced model?
Wherever you are in your career, here’s our review of the best PMU machines for 2025!
It’s no secret that we’re a huge fan of Microbeau machines, and after the company’s success with the Flux S and Flux Mini, we knew they’d be onto something special with the Flux S Max!
These clever machines are powered by the PowerBolt II battery pack, which provides a wide voltage range of 4-12V - you can adjust your voltage down to 0.5 V increments, allowing you to tailor your machine to the way you work! The wireless battery packs have a simple, easy-to-read screen showing your current voltage, eGive settings, battery life and timer.
You can buy the Flux S Max with one or two PowerBolt II packs, and even continue working while you’re charging thanks to dynamic power-path management. Bluetooth connectivity with the Darklab app means you’ll have access to all future firmware updates!
Each of the stroke lengths available comes in its own unique colour: pick up the Rouge 2.5mm stroke length machine for clean lines and lip blush treatments, Midnight 3.2mm stroke for pixel brows and fine lines in brow and eyeliner treatments, or Oudwood 4.5mm for scar coverage and areola treatments.
This machine is an investment for any artist who is looking for a machine which ecompasses the latest rotary machine technology & provides maximum versatility – to allow you to tailor your treatment to any client.
Another excellent offering from Microbeau and one of their best-sellers is the Xion S, a permanent makeup version of the brand’s famous tattoo machine, the Xion. To better suit our industry, the Xion S has a smaller grip size that tapers from 21-16mm, compared to the Xion’s 32-25mm diameter.
This machine is incredibly adaptable, with options to change give, needle depth and stroke length. The dial for adjustable give allows you to to get up to 2mm of extra give, and the click grip ratchet system means that adjusting needle depth can be done any time during your treatment, with the current setting locking into place.
The Xion S comes with two stroke wheels which swap out so that you can choose between a 1.8mm and 2.5mm stroke length. This is ideal for any artists offering different services or working on all different skin types! The Xion S powered by RCA, with the connection concealed within the machine’s 6 watt Motorbolt for protection – but it can be paired with a wireless battery pack if preferred.
Dragonhawk have designed some of the best PMU machines for beginners and experienced artists alike, including the Mast Tour. This wireless pen-style machine has a lightweight and compact design meaning you can work more comfortably for longer, which is particularly ideal if you’re using the machine at conventions and events!
The Mast Tour features a 3.2mm stroke length suitable for a range of permanent makeup treatments including brows, lips, scalp micropigmentation and eyeliner. The machine can also be used for fine line tattoos making it super versatile.
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A firm pair of favourites from Microbeau, the Bellar and Bellar v2 machines are both excellent all-round machines perfect for a wide range of treatment types!
While the original Bellar comes with a 2.1mm stroke length, the Bellar v2 features a slightly longer stroke length at 2.7mm. Both machines are beautifully tapered, with a slimline grip that’s just 21mm at its widest, and are powered by a mini DC cable that keeps the drag of cables to a minimum - although the Bellar v2 can also be powered with a wireless battery pack like the Airbolt Mini.
This super-slim, sleek machine is perfect for artists who love a lightweight pen-style design while they’re working, for maximum accuracy and precision.
Much like the other Microbeau machines, the Bellar and Bellar v2 have an adjustable needle depth that allows you to create the perfect setup for whatever work you’re doing. The original Bellar offers a voltage range of 4-9V, while the v2 increases that slightly to 4-9.5V.
Remember that mini machine we mentioned earlier? The Flux Mini is specifically made for smaller hands and those who prefer a more compact device, with a tiny 19mm diameter grip and weighing just 106g. This is Mirobeau’s smallest wireless PMU machine, powered by the same PowerBolt Mini as the Perma Pen Signature for up to 5 hours of working time.
You can choose between a 2.5mm or 3.0mm stroke length in the Flux Mini, both of which are perfect for the majority of PMU treatments and even SMP, with an adjustable stroke length to tailor them to each and every client.
The Flux Mini has the same 6 watt MotorBolt with low vibration and noise as the rest of the Microbeau collection, now in the form of this ultra-small machine!
With most PMU machines, you’ll pick one or maybe two stroke lengths that you most enjoy working with. In the Peak Astra, there’s no need to choose, as you can adjust the stroke length between three options - while the 4mm stroke is standard, it also come with spare stroke wheels for 2.5 and 3.5mm stroke lengths.
This level of versatility is ideal for busy PMU artists who offer a range of PMU treatments – from brows to lips to liner or even scalp. The ability to adjust the stroke length means you’re free to work on any client skin-type, producing flawless results every time.
This pen-style wireless machine has a slim 19mm diameter with a textured grip to allow for a more comfortable handhold, and also comes with a secondary interchangeable grip that’s even slimmer at 13mm. It also comes in a range of stunning colours!
The Peak Astra’s wireless battery pack contains up to 5 hours of power per charge, running between 4-12V and with a jumpstart feature to ensure that even larger cartridge configurations will work well. Weighing 113g with the battery pack attached, the Peak Astra can also be used with an RCA cable thanks to the included adaptor.
The Dragonhawk Mast Tour Y22 is designed with comfort and precision in mind, making it an excellent choice for both beginners and professionals. Its thin, ergonomic design makes it comfortable for the artist and client, while its smooth surface ensures it can be hygienically covered with ease. Plus, the intuitive digital display simplifies adjustments, so you can focus on delivering flawless results.
With a versatile 3.0mm stroke length, this machine is suitable for a wide range of treatments, including brows, lips, eyeliner, and scalp micropigmentation. It offers reliable battery performance, running up to 4 hours on a single charge and recharging fully in just 2 hours—ideal for busy artists handling back-to-back appointments.
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Our selection of the best PMU machines is growing all the time, and it can be hard to find the right one for you - if you have any questions, our helpful customer service team is on hand to help you decide!