Head-to-head · Ophthalmology EMR Software
Sightview Ophthalmology EHR vs OpenEyes
Sightview Ophthalmology EHR leads on 0 checks, OpenEyes on 1, and 5 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 scoreSightview Ophthalmology EHR · 9.0/10
- Free planonly OpenEyes
- Most featuresSightview Ophthalmology EHR · 5 of 5
Sightview Ophthalmology EHR scores higher on our rubric for ophthalmology emr software: 9.0 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.
OpenEyes offers free plan; Sightview Ophthalmology EHR doesn't. On deployment, OpenEyes gives you On-premise where Sightview Ophthalmology EHR offers Cloud.
Sightview Ophthalmology EHR is the better fit for eye-care practices needing mobile, complete workflows. OpenEyes is the better fit for organizations wanting open-source ophthalmology workflows.
- Sightview Ophthalmology EHR fits best
Eye-care practices needing mobile, complete workflows
- OpenEyes fits best
Organizations wanting open-source ophthalmology workflows
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Side by side
| Feature | Sightview Ophthalmology EHR 9.0/10 Visit ↗ | OpenEyes 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.0 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #3 in Ophthalmology EMR Software | #5 in Ophthalmology EMR Software |
| Best for | Eye-care practices needing mobile, complete workflows | Organizations wanting open-source ophthalmology workflows |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free |
| Starting price | Pricing on request | Free plan |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud, Self-hosted |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Phone, Email | Email, Phone, Community |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise | Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Sightview Ophthalmology EHR 5/5 · OpenEyes 2/5 | ||
| Eye-care templates | ✓ | ✓ |
| E-prescribing | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| OCT integration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Patient portal | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Appointment scheduling | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Deployment | Cloud | On-premise |
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| Our verdict | Sightview Ophthalmology EHR is a cloud and mobile electronic health record and practice-management platform for ophthalmology and other eye-care practices. It combines ophthalmology and subspecialty exam templates with customizable… Read the review → |
OpenEyes is an ophthalmology-focused electronic patient record for organizations that want open-source clinical workflows. It runs in a web browser and supports subspecialty examination events, graphical eye documentation with EyeDraw,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Sightview Ophthalmology EHR — where it wins
- Ophthalmology and subspecialty templates support detailed eye exams.
- OCT and fundus image viewing includes annotation and device integration.
- Scheduling, billing, surgery, e-prescribing and portal tools share one platform.
Where it doesn't
- Pricing requires contacting sales rather than selecting a published plan.
- There is no free plan for evaluation.
- Its focus on eye care may not suit non-ophthalmology practices.
OpenEyes — where it wins
- Subspecialty exams, EyeDraw, operation notes, and prescribing
- DICOM and OCT viewing linked to clinical timelines
- Virtual-clinic worklists, audit, and clinical analytics
Where it doesn't
- Clinical installations and workflow integrations may need paid services
- Scheduling and a patient portal are not verified
- Prescribing is documented, but electronic prescribing is not specified
- Sightview Ophthalmology EHR9.0/10 · Pricing on request
A cloud ophthalmology EHR combining subspecialty charting, imaging, surgery, billing and mobile access.
Visit SightviewFull verdict → - OpenEyes8.8/10 · Free plan
A broad ophthalmology EPR with subspecialty exams and imaging workflows.
Visit OpenEyesFull verdict →
Sightview Ophthalmology EHR vs OpenEyes: questions
Which is better for ophthalmology EMR software, Sightview Ophthalmology EHR or OpenEyes?
Sightview Ophthalmology EHR scores higher on our rubric for ophthalmology emr software: 9.0 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #5.
How do Sightview Ophthalmology EHR and OpenEyes compare?
Of the 6 checks we put side by side, Sightview Ophthalmology EHR leads on none, OpenEyes on 1, and 5 are level. Free plan only on OpenEyes.
Do Sightview Ophthalmology EHR and OpenEyes have a free plan?
Sightview Ophthalmology EHR: No. OpenEyes: Yes.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Nov 2026
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