Which lasts longer, Allurion or Orbera?

ORBERA365 stays in the stomach for up to 12 months. Allurion stays for about 16 weeks.

Which is cheaper in Turkey, Allurion or Orbera?

At our clinic the Allurion package is €2,450 and the ORBERA365 package is €3,150.

Do you lose more weight with Orbera than with Allurion?

Studies report similar average weight loss of roughly 10% to 15% of total body weight. A longer treatment period gives more time to lose weight, and individual results vary.

Allurion vs Orbera: Which Gastric Balloon Is Right for You?

Q: Is Allurion better than Orbera?

Neither is better for everyone. Allurion is swallowed, needs no endoscopy and stays about four months. ORBERA365 is placed by endoscopy and stays up to twelve months, which suits patients with more weight to lose.

Allurion and Orbera are the two balloons patients ask us about most. Allurion is swallowed as a capsule and stays about four months. ORBERA365 is placed by endoscopy and stays up to twelve months. The better choice depends on how much weight you want to lose and how you feel about endoscopy.

Quick Comparison

Placement

Allurion: swallowed as a capsule; position checked, then filled with liquid. Normally no endoscopy or anesthesia.
ORBERA365: placed through the mouth by endoscopy under sedation.

Time in the stomach

Allurion: about 16 weeks
ORBERA365: up to 12 months

Removal

Allurion: empties by itself and passes naturally
ORBERA365: removed by endoscopy under sedation

Volume

Allurion: about 550 ml
ORBERA365: usually filled to between 400 and 700 ml, decided by the doctor

Package price at our clinic

Allurion: €2,450
ORBERA365: €3,150

Trips to Istanbul

Allurion: normally one
ORBERA365: two, for placement and removal

How Allurion Works

You swallow a capsule attached to a thin tube. An X-ray confirms that it has reached the stomach, the balloon is filled through the tube, and the tube is removed. The visit takes around 20 minutes. After about four months a valve opens, the balloon empties and passes out of the body. More detail is on our Allurion page.

How ORBERA365 Works

Under sedation the doctor first examines the stomach with an endoscope, then places the balloon and fills it with saline. The procedure takes about 20 to 30 minutes and you go back to the hotel the same day. The balloon is removed by endoscopy within twelve months. More detail is on our Orbera page.

Weight Loss

Published studies report average total body weight loss of roughly 10% to 15% for both balloons. A longer treatment period gives more time to lose weight and to practise new eating habits, which is why a 12-month balloon is often suggested for patients with a higher starting BMI. Individual results vary widely with either balloon.

Side Effects

The first days feel similar with both: nausea, cramps and a heavy stomach for three to seven days. The differences are:

Allurion avoids the risks of endoscopy and sedation at placement. Because the stomach is not examined beforehand, your medical history is checked carefully for conditions that would rule it out.
With Orbera the doctor sees the stomach before placing the balloon, so an ulcer or hernia would be noticed.
A balloon that passes naturally can, rarely, cause a blockage. A balloon that stays 12 months needs acid-suppressing medication for longer.

See gastric balloon side effects and risks.

Who Usually Chooses Allurion

People with a BMI at the lower end of the range who want to lose a moderate amount
People who do not want endoscopy or sedation
People who prefer a single trip to Istanbul
People who cannot swallow tablets easily should tell us; in that case the capsule can be placed with help

Who Usually Chooses ORBERA365

People with a higher BMI or more weight to lose
People who want a longer period of support
People who are comfortable with endoscopy and with returning for removal

Cost in Context

The €700 difference is not the whole picture. With ORBERA365 you should add the flight and stay for the removal visit; the removal procedure itself is included in our package. Per month of treatment, Orbera is the less expensive option. Per trip, Allurion is simpler. Full details are on the cost page.

What About Spatz and MedSil?

If you like the idea of a long treatment but want the option to change the balloon volume, look at Spatz3. If budget is the main concern and six months is enough, look at MedSil.

Our Advice

Start with the amount of weight you need to lose and your medical history, not the brand. Send us your height, weight and history, and the doctor will tell you which of the two is the more reasonable option for you, or whether neither is.

Ask Which Balloon May Suit You

Send us your age, height, weight and medical history on WhatsApp or through our contact page. We will tell you which balloons may be suitable and confirm the package in writing.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Onur Peşluk, General Surgeon. Last reviewed: November 2026.

Medical disclaimer: This page gives general information and does not replace a medical consultation. Gastric balloon treatment has risks and is not suitable for everyone.