How much does used ophthalmic equipment cost? Based on the 120 units Digital Eye Center has in stock in October 2026, most used and refurbished slit lamps sell for about $3,000–$8,500, autorefractors for $5,000–$9,000, fundus cameras for $5,700–$11,500 and OCTs for $20,000–$40,000. Lensmeters, phoropters and handheld tonometers start around $1,100–$1,900.
Prices come from our live inventory and change as units sell. Last updated: October 29, 2026.
Used Ophthalmic Equipment Prices at a Glance (2026)
| Equipment | Price range (in stock) | Typical price | Units in stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) | $20,592 – $40,040 | $27,664 | 5 |
| Fundus / Retinal Cameras | $4,347 – $17,784 | $9,152 | 14 |
| Visual Field Analyzers (Perimeters) | $7,125 – $20,592 | $7,436 | 5 |
| Biometers / IOL Calculation | $1,373 – $38,896 | $8,008 | 9 |
| Corneal Topographers | $6,292 – $9,724 | $8,398 | 3 |
| Autorefractors / Keratometers | $1,716 – $11,440 | $7,436 | 19 |
| Slit Lamps | $1,144 – $14,872 | $4,368 | 33 |
| Portable / Handheld Slit Lamps | $2,132 | $2,132 | 1 |
| Phoropters / Refractors | $1,487 – $3,203 | $2,631 | 10 |
| Tonometers | $1,888 – $3,796 | $2,803 | 8 |
| Lensmeters / Lensometers | $1,144 – $3,432 | $2,860 | 6 |
| Ophthalmic Lasers | $8,250 – $14,300 | $14,300 | 2 |
| Exam Chairs and Stands | $1,716 – $8,008 | $6,292 | 5 |
What Changes the Price of Used Ophthalmic Equipment
- Condition and warranty: at Digital Eye Center, new equipment carries a 1-year (or manufacturer) warranty, refurbished equipment 6 months and used equipment 90 days.
- Software and connectivity: DICOM/EMR export, analysis modules and newer operating systems add value, especially on OCTs, fundus cameras and visual field analyzers.
- Included accessories: a tonometer on a slit lamp, a motorized table, a computer or a printer can add hundreds to thousands of dollars.
- Model age and service support: discontinued models cost less, but confirm that parts and service are still available.
- Shipping: most equipment ships within the U.S. by ground or freight; international shipping is quoted per order.
Price Ranges by Equipment Type
Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT): $20,592 – $40,040
Used for glaucoma and retina imaging. The analysis software (angiography, glaucoma progression) and the age of the platform drive the price.
- Carl Zeiss Cirrus 500 HD-OCT w/ Windows 10 – Used — $20,592
- Zeiss Cirrus 5000 Win 10 Rev 1 – Refurbished — $27,664
- Carl Zeiss Cirrus 5000 HD-OCT w/ AngioPlex, Windows 10 – Used — $40,040
See all Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) in stock →
Fundus / Retinal Cameras: $4,347 – $17,784
Non-mydriatic desktop cameras cost more than handheld units. Resolution, auto-focus/auto-capture and DICOM connectivity move the price.
- Hillrom/ Welch Allyn RetinaVue 700 Imager Handheld Retinal Camera w/ Case – Used — $4,347
- Carl Zeiss Visucam NM/ FA w/ Electric Table – Used — $9,152
- Zeiss Visucam PRO NMFA, FAF, ICG – Refurbished — $17,784
See all Fundus / Retinal Cameras in stock →
More detail: Fundus camera price guide: portable, tabletop and angiography units.
Visual Field Analyzers (Perimeters): $7,125 – $20,592
Humphrey HFA II-i units are the most common; USB versions cost more than floppy versions, and HFA3 models sit at the top.
- Zeiss/Humphrey 740I Gen USB W/printer – Refurbished — $7,125
- Zeiss Humphrey Matrix 800 Visual Field Analyzer w/ Chinrest – Used — $7,436
- Zeiss Humphrey Field Analyzer 3 860 Visual Field w/ Electric Table, Trial Lens, Windows 10 – Used — $20,592
See all Visual Field Analyzers (Perimeters) in stock →
Biometers / IOL Calculation: $1,373 – $38,896
Ultrasound biometers are affordable; optical biometers such as the IOLMaster cost considerably more.
- Sonomed PacScan 300A Digital Biometric Ruler w/ A Probe – Used — $1,373
- Zeiss IOL Master Version 5.5 Optical Biometer w/ Electric Table – Used — $8,008
- ZEISS IOLMaster – 700 – Refurbished — $38,896
See all Biometers / IOL Calculation in stock →
Corneal Topographers: $6,292 – $9,724
Placido and Scheimpflug systems; software version and contact-lens fitting modules affect value.
- Zeiss Atlas 9000 Corneal Topographer w/ Windows XP – Used — $6,292
- Zeiss Atlas 9000 – Topographer Win XP – Refurbished — $8,398
- Zeiss Atlas 9000 Corneal Topographer w/ Windows 10 – Used — $9,724
See all Corneal Topographers in stock →
Autorefractors / Keratometers: $1,716 – $11,440
Combination units with keratometry or a built-in tonometer cost more than refraction-only units.
- Reichert RK 600 Autorefractor Keratometer – Used — $1,716
- Nidek ARK-1e Auto Ref/ Keratometer — $7,436
- Topcon KR-1W – WaveFront Analyzer – Corneal Topographer – Used — $11,440
See all Autorefractors / Keratometers in stock →
Slit Lamps: $1,144 – $14,872
Haag-Streit models hold their value best. LED illumination, an included applanation tonometer and imaging-ready beam splitters raise the price.
- Topcon SL-1E Slit Lamp – Used — $1,144
- Topcon SL-2G Slit Lamp W/Haag Streit 870 Tonometer- Used — $4,368
- Haag Streit BQ 900 Slit Lamp w/ Fundus Module 300 Imaging – Used — $14,872
More detail: Slit lamp price guide: what used and refurbished units really cost.
Portable / Handheld Slit Lamps: $2,132
For bedside, ER, nursing-home and mobile exams.
- Handheld Slit Lamp S200 — $2,132
See all Portable / Handheld Slit Lamps in stock →
Phoropters / Refractors: $1,487 – $3,203
Manual phoropters are the most affordable refraction option; digital refraction systems cost more.
- Burton 7500-I AutoCross Illuminated Phoropter/ Phoroptor -Minus Cylinder – Used — $1,487
- Topcon VT-10 Plus Cylinder Phoropter – Used — $2,631
- Reichert 11635B Plus Cylinder Phoropter/ Phoroptor – Used — $3,203
See all Phoropters / Refractors in stock →
Tonometers: $1,888 – $3,796
Handheld tonometers (Tono-Pen, Diaton) and non-contact units.
- Reichert Tono-Pen VET Veterinary Tonometer w/ Case – Used — $1,888
- TonoPen Tonometer XL Medtronic – Refurbished — $2,803
- Diaton Tonometer (non-corneal) — $3,796
Lensmeters / Lensometers: $1,144 – $3,432
Automatic lensmeters with PD measurement and built-in printers.
- Topcon CL-100 Auto Lensmeter with Built-in Printer – Used — $1,144
- Tomey TL-2000C Auto Lensometer Used — $2,860
- Topcon CL-300 Computerized Lensmeter/Lensometer w/ Built-in Printer – Used — $3,432
See all Lensmeters / Lensometers in stock →
Ophthalmic Lasers: $8,250 – $14,300
YAG and SLT lasers; laser condition and service history matter most.
- Coherent Aura Ophthalmic YAG Laser – Used — $8,250
- Zeiss Visulas LSL 532s Green Laser Photocoagulator – Used — $14,300
See all Ophthalmic Lasers in stock →
Exam Chairs and Stands: $1,716 – $8,008
Combination chair/stand units for the exam lane.
- Reliance 7750 Ophthalmic Stand – Used — $1,716
- Marco 1220 Encore Automatic Chair w/ 1290 Encore Ophthalmic Stand – Used — $6,292
- Reliance FX920 Power Tilt Ophthalmic Auto Exam Chair w/ 7720 Stand – Used — $8,008
See all Exam Chairs and Stands in stock →
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth buying used ophthalmic equipment?
For many practices, yes: a tested used or refurbished unit with a warranty performs the same exams at a fraction of the new price. It is a common choice when opening a practice, adding an exam lane or replacing a unit that is out of service.
What warranty comes with used equipment?
At Digital Eye Center: new equipment 1 year (or the manufacturer’s warranty), refurbished 6 months and used 90 days. The condition and warranty of each unit are listed on its product page. See our warranty and return policy.
Can I get a quote for a unit that is not listed?
Yes. Our inventory changes every week. Contact us with the model you need and we will quote it or source it for you.
Do you ship internationally?
Yes. International freight, duties and taxes are quoted per order.
