Newton
From $695Our lowest-priced Galilean model, with 2.5x, 3.0x, and 3.5x configurations for everyday magnification.
Galilean optics. Choose Apollo or Medusa for a redirected ergonomic view.
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Compare loupes by design, price, and fit
The best loupes let you see the detail you need at a comfortable working distance, without paying for features you will not use. Start with the optical design, then narrow your magnification and fit.
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Newton · From $695 USD
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Start with the work you do.
Compare the optical design, then choose your magnification and frame on the product page.
Kepler
From $1,195Conventional prismatic loupes for higher-magnification work, available in 4.0x, 5.0x, and 6.0x.
Conventional prismatic optics. Choose Apollo or Medusa for ergonomic viewing.
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Medusa
From $1,695Ergonomic prismatic loupes with adjustable working distance for clinicians who change posture between seated and standing work.
Working distance adjusts from 300–600 mm. Magnification does not switch on the loupe.
Explore MedusaStarting prices in USD. Magnification and optional prescription lenses affect the total; shipping and taxes appear at checkout. See all five models.
Pick the comparison you need
Start with optical design if you are choosing your first pair. Start with the brand guides if you already have a quote.
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Choose the optical design before the brand
Galilean loupes are a practical starting point for lower magnification. Conventional prismatic loupes offer higher magnification. Ergonomic prismatic systems redirect your view so you can look toward the working field with a more upright head position. Those are different features; the word “prismatic” alone does not mean ergonomic.
- Newton and Galileo: Galilean, 2.5x–3.5x.
- Kepler: conventional prismatic, 4.0x–6.0x.
- Apollo: ergonomic prismatic, 3.0x–6.0x. Medusa: ergonomic prismatic, 3.0x–8.5x, with adjustable working distance.
Compare at your working distance
A magnification label cannot tell you how a loupe will feel in use. Compare field of view, depth of field, frame balance, and the fitted working distance. If you can attend a demonstration, use your normal posture and the same task for every pair.
- Check whether you can see the instrument tips and enough surrounding anatomy.
- Confirm the quoted weight includes the frame, optics, prescription, and any light you will wear.
- Ask what happens if the fit needs a correction, and get the answer in writing.
Questions before buying
Should I buy the highest magnification I can afford?
Only if the task needs it. Check that you still have enough field of view and focusing tolerance for your work. Higher magnification is not automatically a better first pair.
Can I get help before placing an order?
Yes. Email heliosxloupes@gmail.com with your specialty, current magnification, typical procedures, and budget. Ask us to help narrow the configuration before you pay.
Can I return loupes if I change my mind?
Yes. Non-prescription pairs can be returned within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. Prescription pairs can be cancelled for a full refund until production begins; after that, we cover defects and fit corrections. Read Returns for the details.
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Tell us your specialty, typical procedures, current magnification, and budget. We can help you narrow the options before you order.
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