Medicool Pro Power 20K vs 35K Portable vs Elite vs Tec-Pro: Which E-File to Buy
By Edmond Lin, M1 Nail & Beauty Supply, an authorized Medicool repair service centre. Last updated 6 October 2026. Specifications are taken from Medicool's own product pages.
M1 carries four rechargeable Medicool e-files: the Pro Power 35K Portable, the Pro Power Elite, the Pro Power 20K and the Tec-Pro. The 35K Portable and the Elite both reach 35,000 RPM. The 35K Portable runs up to 20 hours per charge; the Elite runs up to 10 hours and can also work plugged in at the desk. The Pro Power 20K and the Tec-Pro both run at 30,000 RPM for up to 10 hours.
Pro Power 35K Portable
Longest battery, most torque
Pro Power Elite
Desktop or portable
Pro Power 20K
Lightest handpiece
Tec-Pro
For students and second stations
In this guide
Medicool e-file comparison
| Model | Top speed | Battery life | Handpiece weight | Torque | Display | Medicool warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pro Power 35K Portable | 35,000 RPM (brushless) | Up to 20 hours | 4.9 oz | 4.8 Ncm | Digital | 1 year, 2-year option |
| Pro Power Elite | 35,000 RPM | Up to 10 hours | 6.6 oz* | 4.5 Ncm | LCD | 1 year |
| Pro Power 20K | 30,000 RPM | Up to 10 hours | 4.3 oz | 4.5 Ncm | Not listed | 1 year, extended option |
| Tec-Pro | 30,000 RPM | Up to 10 hours | Not listed | Not listed | LCD | 1 year |
"Not listed" means Medicool does not publish that figure on the product page. All four run forward and reverse and take standard 3/32" bits. *The Elite handpiece was weighed at M1; Medicool's product page lists 4.3 oz and its comparison chart 7.5 oz.
Is the Medicool Pro Power 20K a 20,000 RPM drill?
No. According to Medicool, "20K" is the model name, not the speed: the Pro Power 20K runs at 30,000 RPM. The gap to the Pro Power 35K Portable is 5,000 RPM, not 15,000. The larger differences are battery life (10 hours against 20) and the 35K Portable's brushless motor and digital display.
Which Medicool e-file should you choose?
- Full days of acrylic and gel removal: the Pro Power 35K Portable. It has the most torque of the four, and 20 hours per charge covers more than one working day. It comes in Silver, White Pearl and Rose Gold.
- One machine for the desk and for mobile work: the Pro Power Elite. It is a hybrid: plug it in at your station, or run it on its battery for up to 10 hours. 35,000 RPM, 4.5 Ncm of torque and a large LCD display, in Black and White.
- The lightest handpiece: the Pro Power 20K, at 4.3 oz against 4.9 oz for the 35K Portable.
- Students, mobile techs and a second station: the Tec-Pro, which reaches 30,000 RPM, the same top speed as the Pro Power 20K.
Why does a brushless motor matter?
A brushless motor uses magnets instead of carbon brushes to turn the spindle. Medicool states that brushless motors are up to 20% more efficient than brushed DC motors, produce less heat, and can run for tens of thousands of hours, compared with 1,000 to 3,000 hours for an average brushed motor. Of the four e-files here, Medicool describes the Pro Power 35K Portable as brushless.
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Medicool e-file questions
How long does a Medicool Pro Power battery last?
Medicool lists up to 20 hours per charge for the Pro Power 35K Portable and up to 10 hours for the Pro Power Elite, the Pro Power 20K and the Tec-Pro.
What bits fit Medicool e-files?
All four take standard 3/32" shank bits from any brand. Medicool's own bits are sold as Pro Bits, for example the E10 sanding band mandrel and the silver carbide two-way barrel. See our drill bit grit guide for which grit to use.
What warranty comes with a Medicool e-file?
Medicool gives a full 1-year warranty on the Pro Power 35K Portable, the Pro Power Elite, the Pro Power 20K and the Tec-Pro, and sells a longer warranty for the Pro Power 35K Portable and 20K. The warranty is provided by Medicool, so register the e-file when it arrives and keep your proof of purchase.
Where can I get a Medicool e-file repaired in Canada?
M1 Nail & Beauty Supply in Markham, Ontario is an authorized Medicool repair service centre. We replace Pro Power 20K and 35K batteries, circuit boards and handpiece cords in store, and stock handpiece and control box parts, including bearings. See 35K battery replacement, 20K battery replacement, 35K handpiece parts and 20K handpiece parts.
Do the Pro Power 20K and 35K use the same battery?
No. The Pro Power 20K control box uses a Ni-MH 24V 850mAh battery. The Pro Power 35K Portable uses an 11.1V 2.6Ah (28.9Wh) battery. They are not interchangeable.
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