AI Optics vs RetinAI (2026): Pricing, Features & Which to Choose

Who comes out ahead

Based only on the facts in our directory. The right pick still depends on the job you need done.

Lower starting price
Not comparable
Not comparable: AI Optics does not list a price
Free plan
Tie
Neither has one
Higher rating
RetinAI
4.0 against 4.1
Same job?
Yes
Both are Healthcare AI tools

Side by side

Compared on	AI Optics	RetinAI
Our rating	4.0	4.1Better
Starts at	Not listed	Not listed
Free plan	No	No
Category	Healthcare AI	Healthcare AI
Plans	See pricing	See pricing
Key features	Handheld, rechargeable fundus camera On-device AI screening for diabetic retinopathy, AMD, and glaucoma No pupil dilation required for imaging FDA 510(k)-cleared hardware Sub-two-minute screening workflow for medical assistants	OCT Atlas CE-marked for AMD, DR, DME and glaucoma LuxIA CE-MDR certified for diabetic retinopathy screening Discovery UNITY for unified imaging data Editions for multi-centre clinical studies and for clinics Automatic segmentation across device formats
Pros	FDA clearance backs the device for clinical use Portable design suits primary care and retail health settings Screens for three retinal conditions from one capture	CE marking separates it from research-only imaging tools Handles data from multiple scanner formats Serves clinics, trials and pharma from one platform
Cons	Requires purchasing dedicated hardware, not software-only Pricing isn't published; requires a sales conversation Screening covers retinal disease only, not general eye exams	No published pricing CE marking is not FDA clearance; availability differs by market Supports the ophthalmologist's decision rather than replacing it
Company	AI Optics, founded 2020	Ikerian AG

Prices come from each vendor's pricing page, last checked 20260814. Check the vendor before you buy.

FAQ

Questions people ask

Is AI Optics better than RetinAI?

In our reviews AI Optics scores 4.0 and RetinAI scores 4.1. The better pick depends on the job. AI Optics: Portable, FDA-cleared retinal camera pairing proprietary optics with on-device AI screening. RetinAI: CE-marked retinal imaging analysis for clinics, trials and pharmaceutical research.

Which is cheaper, AI Optics or RetinAI?

AI Optics: see pricing. RetinAI: see pricing.

Do AI Optics and RetinAI have free plans?

Neither lists a free plan.

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