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Head-to-head · Optical Shop Software

MaximEyes vs EyePegasus

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score MaximEyes #3 in Optical Shop Software 8.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 5 of 5 features Visit MaximEyes
EyePegasus #7 in Optical Shop Software 8.0/10 Paid ✓ 3 of 5 features Visit EyePegasus

MaximEyes leads on 0 checks, EyePegasus on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMaximEyes · 8.8/10
  • Most featuresMaximEyes · 5 of 5

MaximEyes scores higher on our rubric for optical shop software: 8.8 against 8.0 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #7.

MaximEyes is the better fit for practices prioritizing optical retail and claims workflows. EyePegasus is the better fit for optometry practices needing optical orders and iPad support.

  • MaximEyes fits best

    Practices prioritizing optical retail and claims workflows

  • EyePegasus fits best

    Optometry practices needing optical orders and iPad support

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Side by side

Feature MaximEyes 8.8/10 Visit ↗ EyePegasus 8.0/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.0
Ranking #3 in Optical Shop Software #7 in Optical Shop Software
Best for Practices prioritizing optical retail and claims workflows Optometry practices needing optical orders and iPad support
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request $299/mo
Free plan Not checked yet —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS
Support Live chat, Phone, Docs Email, Phone
Compliance HIPAA HIPAA
Integrations 270+ integrations 7 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features MaximEyes 5/5 · EyePegasus 3/5
Prescription management ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Frame inventory ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Lens ordering ✓ ✓
Insurance billing ✓ ✓
Appointment booking ✓ ✓
Specs
Location limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Our review
Pros
  • Connects POS, barcode scanning, inventory, frames, lenses and lab orders
  • Combines insurance benefits, billing and claims management workflows
  • Cloud platform includes scheduling, EHR and patient communication
  • Combines customizable EHR workflows with scheduling and automated reminders.
  • Supports optical orders, frame and lens lookup, and multi-location synchronization.
  • Includes a native iPad EHR app and integrations such as DrFirst and FramesData.
Cons
  • Pricing requires contacting sales
  • The platform spans broader practice workflows beyond optical retail
  • Its listed lab integrations are VisionWeb labs and CLX System
  • Standard starts at $299 per month, with no free plan.
  • Two-way texting, eBilling and ePrescribe are listed under Professional, at $449 per month.
  • Retail inventory and point-of-sale depth is less prominent than optical ordering.
Our verdict

MaximEyes is a cloud-based platform from First Insight Corporation for optometry and ophthalmology practices, optical retailers and dispensaries within eye care practices. Its optical workflows include point of sale, barcode scanning,…

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EyePegasus is a cloud EHR and practice management system from EyeTcare, Inc., designed for optometry practices from solo offices to multi-location groups. It brings together customizable exam workflows, appointment scheduling, automated…

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  1. MaximEyesOptical Shop Software 8.8Pricing on request
  2. EyePegasusOptical Shop Software 8.0Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • MaximEyes — where it wins

    • Connects POS, barcode scanning, inventory, frames, lenses and lab orders
    • Combines insurance benefits, billing and claims management workflows
    • Cloud platform includes scheduling, EHR and patient communication

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting sales
    • The platform spans broader practice workflows beyond optical retail
    • Its listed lab integrations are VisionWeb labs and CLX System

  • EyePegasus — where it wins

    • Combines customizable EHR workflows with scheduling and automated reminders.
    • Supports optical orders, frame and lens lookup, and multi-location synchronization.
    • Includes a native iPad EHR app and integrations such as DrFirst and FramesData.

    Where it doesn't

    • Standard starts at $299 per month, with no free plan.
    • Two-way texting, eBilling and ePrescribe are listed under Professional, at $449 per month.
    • Retail inventory and point-of-sale depth is less prominent than optical ordering.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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