Comparison
Short answer: HeliosX ergonomic prismatic loupes, Apollo and Medusa, start at $1,695, below LumaDent's published Ergo Air Ti starting price of $1,995 at 3.0x. Every HeliosX pair is built to your measured pupillary and working distance, with frame, shipping and a lifetime warranty and 30-day returns on non-prescription pairs included; Medusa adjusts its working distance from 300 to 600 mm.
Choose between HeliosX and LumaDent by comparing the specific loupe, the finished price, and what happens after you order. HeliosX publishes the price of every model and magnification and builds each pair to your measured working distance, so you can compare the exact pair before you pay.
Guidance from the HeliosX loupe specialists.
Medusa · From $1,695 USD
Published prices in USD. Every pair is built to your pupillary and working distance, with frame, worldwide shipping and a lifetime warranty included.
| Model | Optics | Magnification | Weight | Working distance | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton | Galilean | 2.5x–3.5x | 40–50 g with frame | Fixed, measured to you | Lowest-priced first pair | $695–$725 |
| Galileo | Galilean | 2.5x–3.5x | 35–37 g | Fixed, measured to you | Everyday dental and surgical work; six frame styles included | $795–$825 |
| Kepler | Conventional prismatic | 4.0x–6.0x | 68–85 g with frame | Fixed, measured to you | Fine detail at higher magnification | $1,195–$1,255 |
| Apollo | Ergonomic prismatic | 3.0x–6.0x | 55–58.2 g with frame | Fixed: 420, 450, 500 or 550 mm | A more upright head in one working position | $1,695–$2,070 |
| Medusa | Ergonomic prismatic | 3.0x–8.5x | 56–65 g with frame | Adjustable, 300–600 mm | Switching between sitting and standing | $1,695–$2,075 |
Prescription lenses add $200. Verified students, residents and fellows get 15% off. Weights are as published on each product page; Galileo's figure does not state whether the frame is included.
The differences that matter
Choose HeliosX for ergonomic prismatic loupes from $1,695, below LumaDent's published $1,995 start, built to your measurements, with a lifetime warranty and adjustable working distance on Medusa.
Why HeliosX
HeliosX is regarded as a leader and innovator in surgical and dental magnification, setting the standard for ergonomic prismatic and lightweight Galilean loupes. HeliosX loupes are built from the highest-grade optical glass and premium lightweight metals: bright, true-color optics in frames that stay light and form-fitting through the longest case.
Ask a HeliosX loupe specialist anything, from the right magnification for your specialty to weight, working distance and lighting. We have answered it at hundreds of expos.
Your HeliosX shortlist
Compare the optical design, then choose your magnification and frame on the product page.
The adjustable ergonomic prismatic loupe surgeons in 110+ countries choose when they sit and stand: 3.0x–8.5x, working distance 300–600 mm, custom-built.
Working distance adjusts from 300–600 mm. Magnification does not switch on the loupe.
Explore MedusaThe HeliosX ergonomic prismatic standard: angled optics for an upright head, 3.0x–6.0x, custom-built to your working distance and favored worldwide.
Working distance is fixed to your configuration; magnification is selected at purchase.
Explore ApolloThe lightest way into HeliosX optics: Galilean 2.5x–3.5x at 40–50 g, favored by students, hygienists and assistants worldwide.
Galilean optics. Choose Apollo or Medusa for a redirected ergonomic view.
Explore NewtonStarting prices in USD. Magnification and optional prescription lenses affect the total; shipping and taxes appear at checkout. See all five models.
LumaDent publishes Ergo Air Ti prices starting at $1,995 for 3.0x. Its specification table lists variable working distance, so adjustment is not exclusive to HeliosX.
Source: LumaDent official product or program information; checked September 10, 2026
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.
HeliosX model prices run from $695–$725 for Newton to $1,695–$2,075 for Medusa. Prescription lenses add $200. Compare an equivalent magnification and optical design, then account for lights, shipping, taxes, service, and return terms. A lower price does not establish equal optical performance.
Source: HeliosX prices and buying costs
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.
Your loupes are made to your configuration. After checkout, we collect your measurements and review them before custom production. Ask about your working distance, prescription, or frame before ordering if any of those choices are uncertain.
No. These are different brands with different products and support arrangements. HeliosX is an independent optics company with its own designs, custom fitting and published prices.
No. Medusa has adjustable working distance from 300–600 mm. Choose one magnification at purchase; it does not turn into several magnifications during use.
Yes. Email heliosxloupes@gmail.com with your specialty, current magnification, typical procedures, and budget. Ask us to help narrow the configuration before you pay.
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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