Ikonic Professional CT28 vs Vega Professional VPPHC05
Ikonic Professional CT28 is the cheaper of the two today at ₹3,528 on Nykaa, ₹1,572 less than Vega Professional VPPHC05 at ₹5,100. Ikonic Professional CT28 is the better rated, at 4.2★ from 2,060 ratings. Prices compared across Amazon, Flipkart and Nykaa on 15 October 2026.
The differences
- Ikonic Professional CT28 costs ₹1,572 less (₹3,528 against ₹5,100)
- Ikonic Professional CT28 is better rated (4.2★ against 3.0★)
- Ikonic Professional CT28 scores higher on the Ratelens Score (80 against 61)
Which one to buy
These are not really competing at the same price: Vega Professional VPPHC05 costs ₹1,572 more than Ikonic Professional CT28, 45% above it. The question is less which is better value and more whether Vega Professional VPPHC05 does something you actually need.
Buyers rate Ikonic Professional CT28 higher (4.2★ versus 3.0★), but the smaller of the two samples is only 20 ratings, which is too thin to lean on. We report the gap rather than treat it as settled.
The ₹3,528 figure is on Nykaa, and is the lowest we observed across every listing we track for it. Prices on both products move often enough that it is worth opening each listing before deciding.
Head to head
| Ikonic Professional CT28 | Vega Professional VPPHC05 | |
|---|---|---|
| Ratelens Score | 80/100 · Excellent | 61/100 · Average |
| Best price | ₹3,528 on Nykaa | ₹5,100 on Nykaa |
| Rating | 4.2★ (2,060) | 3.0★ (20) |
| Claimed MRP | Not declared | Not declared |
| Stores compared | 2 | 2 |
| Type | Wired | Corded & Cordless |
| Power Consumption | 62 W | Not listed |
| Brand | Ikonic Professional | Vega Professional |
| Color | Black | Gold |
| Height | 42 cm | 5 cm |
| Category | electric_hair_curler | trimmer |
| Model Number | Advanced Titanium Auto Lock and Cool Tip CT-28 2.0 | VPPHC-05 |
| Barrel Diameter | 28 mm | Not listed |
| Other Dimensions | Extra Long 8 Inch Barrel | Not listed |
| Country of Origin | India | China |
| Power Requirement | 100V-240V~, 50Hz-60Hz | Not listed |
| Other Power Features | LED Display, 360° Swivel Cord, Quick Heat-Up, Multiple Heat Settings | Not listed |
Prices are the lowest we observed across Amazon, Flipkart and Nykaa on 15 October 2026 and change often, so open each listing for the live price. “Claimed MRP” is the maximum retail price the retailers declare, not a figure we set.
Common questions
Is Ikonic Professional CT28 or Vega Professional VPPHC05 cheaper?
Ikonic Professional CT28 is cheaper today by ₹1,572. Both are tracked daily, so this can change.
Which is better rated, Ikonic Professional CT28 or Vega Professional VPPHC05?
Ikonic Professional CT28 carries the higher buyer rating across the marketplaces we track.