Choose the Gamma+ Boosted Up if you want USB-C charging and the upgraded build; choose the original Gamma+ Boosted if you want eight magnetic guards from 1.5 to 19mm and red, gold and black body kits. Both run a 7,200 RPM rotary motor with a 45mm DLC blade and are listed at up to 120 minutes of runtime with a 150-minute full recharge, so the choice comes down to charging, guards, levers and looks.
Boosted vs Boosted Up at a glance
| Feature | Gamma+ Boosted | Gamma+ Boosted Up |
|---|---|---|
| Motor | 7,200 RPM super-torque rotary | 7,200 RPM high-power rotary |
| Blade | 45mm DLC fade blade | 45mm Black Diamond Carbon DLC blade |
| Runtime | Up to 120 minutes | 120 minutes |
| Full recharge | 150 minutes | 150 minutes |
| Charging | Charging base, direct cord or mini-USB | Docking station or USB-C |
| Guards | Eight double-magnetic, 1.5 to 19mm | Four double-magnetic |
| Levers | Three lever options for click or floating adjustment | Three: two Click System and one Floating System |
| Body kits | Red, gold and black | White, black and green |
| Listed upgrades | Original model | More resistant motor wrap, more durable switch, interchangeable thumb pieces, removable ring |
What the Boosted and Boosted Up have in common
- The same motor speed. Both run a 7,200 RPM rotary motor built for bulk removal, fading and tapering.
- A 45mm DLC blade. Both use a 45mm diamond-like carbon coated blade for smooth, close cutting.
- The same battery figures. Both are listed at up to 120 minutes of cordless runtime, with a 150-minute full recharge.
- Modular bodies. Each comes with three interchangeable body kits and three lever options, so you can change the look and the feel of the taper lever.
- The same family. Either clipper pairs with the Boosted trimmer and the Boosted foil shaver for a matched three-tool kit.
Where they differ
Charging
This is the biggest practical difference. The original Boosted charges on its base, by plugging the adaptor straight into the clipper, or by mini-USB, and Gamma Più notes that charging by the mini-USB cable takes longer. The Boosted Up charges on its docking station or by USB-C, the same connector used by the Gamma+ Boosted One shaver and Hitter Up trimmer.
Guards
The original Gamma+ Boosted clipper comes with eight double-magnetic guards from 1.5 to 19mm, a wide spread of lengths straight out of the box. The Boosted Up comes with four double-magnetic guards. If you already own a full guard set, that difference matters less. Our clipper guard size chart shows what each length cuts.
Levers and taper brackets
The Boosted comes with three lever options for click or floating adjustment. The Boosted Up comes with three customisable levers, two Click System and one Floating System, and Gamma Più lists TIGHT and STRETCH taper bracket kits for long or short taper options. The Boosted Up's cutting length adjusts from 0.3 to 1.5mm.
Build upgrades
Gamma Più describes the Boosted Up as upgraded, with improved clipper protection and longer life. The changes it lists include a more resistant motor wrap, a more durable switch, interchangeable thumb pieces and a ring you can remove. The Boosted Up weighs 270g and runs on 100 to 240V.
Colours
The original Boosted comes with red, gold and black body kits. The Boosted Up comes in white, black and green.
Which Boosted should you buy?
Choose the Boosted Up if
- you want USB-C charging as well as the dock;
- you want the upgraded build, with the more resistant motor wrap and more durable switch;
- you like the white, black and green body kits;
- you want two Click System levers plus a Floating System lever, with TIGHT and STRETCH taper brackets;
- you are buying a kit: the Boosted Up is the clipper in our Boosted trio, both four-piece kits and the Boosted Up Clipper and Trimmer Pack.
Shop the Gamma+ Boosted Up clipper.
Choose the original Boosted if
- you want eight magnetic guards from 1.5 to 19mm in the box;
- you prefer the red, gold and black body kits;
- you want the matching Boosted Bundle, which adds the Boosted trimmer, Boosted foil shaver, a charging system and a travel case.
Shop the Gamma+ Boosted clipper, or compare every model in Gamma+ clippers.
Boosted kits and bundles
Both clippers are sold in matched Gamma+ kits, which saves buying each tool separately:
- Boosted trio: the Boosted Up clipper, Boosted trimmer and Boosted foil shaver.
- Boosted Barber Grooming Kit, 4-piece: the trio plus a gold fade brush in Small or Medium.
- Boosted Grooming Bundle, 4-piece: the trio plus the Blow Vac 2-in-1 blower and vacuum.
- Boosted Up Clipper and Trimmer Pack: the Boosted Up clipper and Boosted trimmer, each with a dock and maintenance kit.
- Boosted 2-Tool Grooming Bundle: choose the trimmer and foil shaver, the foil shaver and Boosted Up clipper, or the trimmer and Boosted Up clipper.
- Boosted Bundle: the original Boosted clipper with the Boosted trimmer and foil shaver, a charging system and a travel case.
See them all in Gamma+ clipper and trimmer bundles. For the trimmer and shaver in these kits, our guide to the best Gamma+ trimmers and foil shavers compares every model we stock.
Keep either Boosted cutting well
- Charge fully and oil the blade before first use.
- Fit guards with the clipper switched off, and use light, controlled passes.
- Brush away loose hair after every client, then clean and oil the blade.
- If you zero-gap the blade, check the alignment before it touches skin.
- Replace blades as they wear. Gamma+ lists its DLC fixed fade blade and Faper blade as compatible with all Gamma+ and StyleCraft clippers, and suggests changing blades every 1 to 4 months depending on use. Find them in Gamma+ replacement blades and shaver heads.
Where to buy the Gamma+ Boosted and Boosted Up in Australia
MV Hair & Beauty stocks genuine Gamma+ from authorised Australian distributors. Order online for Australia-wide delivery, with free standard shipping on eligible orders of A$99 and over and standard delivery 2 to 3 business days to most metro areas. Or use Click & Collect from Kilburn at 412 Churchill Rd, Kilburn SA 5084, open 7 days, 9:00am to 5:30pm. We offer 30-day change-of-mind returns on unused, unopened products.
Gamma+ Boosted vs Boosted Up FAQs
Is the Boosted Up better than the Boosted?
It is the upgraded model. It keeps the 7,200 RPM motor and 45mm DLC blade and adds USB-C charging, a more resistant motor wrap and a more durable switch. The original Boosted still comes with more guards: eight against the Boosted Up's four.
Do the Boosted and Boosted Up have the same motor?
Both run a 7,200 RPM rotary motor, and both are listed at up to 120 minutes of runtime with a 150-minute full recharge.
Does the Gamma+ Boosted Up charge with USB-C?
Yes. It charges on its docking station or by USB-C cable. The original Boosted charges on its base, by direct cord or by mini-USB.
How many guards come with the Boosted and Boosted Up?
The Boosted comes with eight double-magnetic guards from 1.5 to 19mm. The Boosted Up comes with four double-magnetic guards.
Which Boosted kit should I buy?
For a full cutting, outlining and finishing setup, the Boosted trio pairs the Boosted Up with the Boosted trimmer and foil shaver. If you want the original Boosted and a travel case, choose the Boosted Bundle.