Seeing clearly: How QuickSee Free and QuickSee Free Pro are changing pediatric vision care

For decades, getting an accurate eyeglass prescription for kids meant specialized equipment and clinical settings. But new research shows that handheld wavefront autorefractors—specifically PlenOptika’s QuickSee Free and QuickSee Free Pro—are bringing clinical-grade accuracy into schools, outreach programs, and even rural villages. Proven accuracy, even in the youngest children Across multiple peer-reviewed studies, QuickSee technology has […]
Scaling eye care: how NGOs use QuickSee Free to expand global access

Uncorrected refractive error is one of the leading causes of visual impairment worldwide, affecting over 2.5 billion people. Many of these individuals live in communities without access to basic vision care. For NGOs tackling this global challenge, technology that balances accuracy, affordability, and mobility is critical. That’s where QuickSee Free comes in. Designed for high-need […]
QuickSee Free deployed to measure 100 people in 1-day medical mission in Uganda

Dr Randall Thomas, OD, MPH is a veteran of medical mission trips to populations in need. Volunteering with Mission Servants Ministry, led by Robert Hillebrand and Greg Perkins (themselves mechanical engineers by training), he and other volunteers have just over the last 10 years drilled a well, implemented solar-powered LED lighting, established a kitchen that serves […]
The Myopia Epidemic: Understanding and managing a growing global crisis

Myopia, or nearsightedness, is no longer just a routine refractive condition. It has become one of the most urgent public health challenges of our time. Recent projections estimate that by 2050, nearly 5 billion people worldwide will be myopic—that’s roughly half the global population. Of even greater concern, nearly 1 billion are expected to have […]
Back-to-school readiness: Ensuring every child starts the year with clear vision

The start of a new school year is full of promise — new classes, new teachers, and fresh opportunities to learn and grow. But for many children, an unseen obstacle can get in the way of that promise: poor vision. Uncorrected refractive errors are more common in children than many realize, and their impact reaches […]
Streamlining eye exams with QuickSee Free Pro: a clinical efficiency guide

Eye care practice is evolving faster than ever, putting professionals under increasing pressure to deliver high-quality care with greater efficiency. QuickSee Free Pro, a handheld autorefractor and keratometer powered by wavefront aberrometry, is redefining what can be accomplished in fast and flexible eye exams. Whether you’re operating in a busy clinic, a community screening event, or an […]
Wavefront aberrometry: the gold standard in objective refraction

Objective refraction is an essential technique in modern optometry and ophthalmology, providing a critical baseline for personalized prescriptions and efficient exams. Wavefront aberrometry has emerged as the gold standard in objective refraction technology, offering superior accuracy, broader diagnostic insight, and unmatched versatility. But not all autorefractors are created equal. At the forefront of this innovation […]
Why handheld autorefraction deserves a place in every modern eyecare practice

In an age of advancing medical technology and increasing demands on clinic efficiency, handheld autorefraction tools are transforming the way eye care is delivered. No longer a novelty or niche solution, handheld devices like QuickSee Free and QuickSee Free Pro are proving to be essential instruments for forward-thinking optometry and ophthalmology practices. Whether you’re a solo practitioner, part of […]
PlenOptika Companion App introduces the most advanced mobile refraction platform with detailed wavefront analysis and patient reports

QuickSee Free Companion App enhances and expands QuickSee Free Pro’s clinical power CAMBRIDGE, MASSACHUSETTS — PlenOptika has redefined mobile autorefraction with the QuickSee Free Pro and Companion App, delivering advanced refraction metrics in a handheld device. For the first time, eye care professionals can access detailed wavefront maps, acuity simulations, and professional patient reports—all from […]
Shivang R. Dave of PlenOptika announced in the 2024 Meaningful Business 100

The MB100 winners powerfully demonstrate how combining profit and purpose can tackle complex social and environmental issues 16th October 2024; Boston, United States—Shivang R. Dave of PlenOtika has been named as one of this year’s Meaningful Business 100 (MB100), the annual award programme championing leaders combining profit and purpose. Curated by an expert panel of […]