AcuityMaster vs AcuityPro
A direct comparison of two digital eye chart platforms — so you can make the right choice for your practice without the sales pitch.
Side-by-side comparison
Prices are market estimates based on publicly available information (2024–2025). Verify current pricing directly with each vendor.
| Feature | AcuityMaster Cloud | AcuityPro |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $249/seat/yr | ~$600–$2,500+ perpetual |
| Typical 5-lane office cost | ~$745/yr ongoing | ~$3,000–$12,500 upfront |
| Mac / Safari compatible | ✓ Yes | ✗ Windows only |
| iPad / tablet support | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Browser-based (no install) | ✓ Yes | ✗ Local install |
| Free trial | ✓ 15 days, full-featured | Limited demo only |
| Automatic updates | ✓ Always current | Manual / paid upgrade |
| ETDRS / LogMAR charts | ✓ | ✓ |
| Color vision testing | ✓ Built-in | Add-on cost |
| Pediatric optotypes | ✓ Pictures, HOTV, video | ✓ |
| Worth 4-dot / Fixation disparity | ✓ Both included | ✗ |
| Contrast sensitivity | ✓ | ✓ |
| Device lock-in | None | Yes — PC-bound license |
| Clinician-developed | ✓ MD-founded | ✗ |
The bottom line
AcuityPro is a capable Windows eye chart application — but it is device-bound, Windows-only, and lacks a free trial. AcuityMaster Cloud runs in any browser on Mac, Windows, or iPad, includes color vision and Worth 4-dot as standard features, and offers a 15-day fully functional trial before you spend a dollar. For practices already on Mac or planning to move away from Windows-only workstations, the choice is clear.
Why practices switch from AcuityPro
Mac compatibility
AcuityPro is Windows-only. As practices transition to Mac workstations or add iPads to the exam lane, AcuityMaster Cloud works natively — no Boot Camp, no virtualization.
Lower total cost
AcuityPro's perpetual license often costs $600–$2,500 per seat plus annual maintenance. AcuityMaster Cloud starts at $249/seat/year with no hidden fees, auto-updates included.
No hardware lock-in
AcuityPro licenses are typically tied to a specific PC. Replace a workstation or add an exam lane with AcuityMaster — no re-purchasing, no license transfer headaches.
Try AcuityMaster free for 15 days
Full-featured trial. No credit card. Works on Mac and Windows. See for yourself in your own exam lane.