DermLite
DermLite manufactures handheld polarized dermatoscopes and skin imaging devices for dermatologists, primary care physicians, and consumer home monitoring, offering hardware from $195 to $2,695 across the DL, Lumio, Foto, and Syris product lines, now unified with FotoFinder's AI diagnostic platform.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2002
- HeadquartersAliso Viejo, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What DermLite does
DermLite is a US-based manufacturer of handheld dermatoscopes and skin imaging devices, founded in 2002 and headquartered in Aliso Viejo, California. The company designs and assembles polarized dermoscopy hardware with proprietary features including a variable polarization system (DL5), 365nm UV illumination, PigmentBoost adjustable color temperature LED illumination, IceCap disposable infection control, and the MagnetiConnect (MCC) magnetic smartphone adapter. Its product portfolio spans consumer-grade home devices (HÜD 2 at $195), mid-range pocket dermatoscopes (DL200, DL4 at $1,050-$1,695), professional flagship units (DL5/DL5 Plus at $1,895-$1,995), DSLR-mounted photo dermoscopy systems (Foto II Pro at $2,195), wide-field Lumio skin scopes ($595-$995), and the Syris v900L head-mounted vision system ($2,695). DermLite sells through its direct e-commerce storefront on dermlite.com and a global network of authorized dealers spanning the US, Australia, Italy, Brazil, Spain, Portugal, UK, Ireland, and Turkey.
The company's primary customers are dermatologists, skin cancer specialists, and primary care physicians performing skin lesion examinations, with a secondary consumer segment for at-home skin monitoring. In March 2024, DermLite merged with Germany-based FotoFinder Systems to create an integrated hardware-software-AI diagnostic platform; the combined entity is unified under 'DermLite & FotoFinder are now one' with DermLite LLC remaining the US operating entity and FotoFinder as the Germany-based parent. The DermLite App, powered by FotoFinder technology, integrates image capture, lesion mapping, longitudinal follow-up tracking, and AI risk scoring via the FotoFinder AIMEE service (EU MDR-compliant, not FDA-cleared for US clinical use). Following the merger, products and the Hub cloud platform are marketed under the unified FotoFinder family.
DermLite's business model is one-time hardware sales with no subscription or recurring software fees, structured across clearly differentiated price tiers from $195 to $2,695. Multi-year warranties (5-year standard post-March 2023, 10-year for legacy purchases) and a broad accessories ecosystem (connection kits, IceCap consumables, OptiClip filters) support attach revenue per installed device. The company maintains assembly in Orange County, California, a European service center in Bad Birnbach, Germany (operated by FotoFinder), and distributes globally through authorized channel partners; the website currently notes 1-2 week shipping delays 'due to high demand.' No venture capital, private equity, or institutional funding rounds have been disclosed, and revenue figures are not publicly available.
DermLite firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- DermLite
- Legal name
- DermLite LLC
- Website
- https://dermlite.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2002
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- DermLite manufactures handheld polarized dermatoscopes and skin imaging devices for dermatologists, primary care physicians, and consumer home monitoring, offering hardware from $195 to $2,695 across the DL, Lumio, Foto, and Syris product lines, now unified with FotoFinder's AI diagnostic platform.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
DermLite industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Dermatoscopes and Skin Imaging Devices
- NAICS
- Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Medical Equipment and Supplies Manufacturing (3391)
- SIC
- Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology (HLAKACAF)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Skincare Devices & Beauty Tech (LED, Microcurrent, Cleansing Devices) (CRABAAAJ)
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Where DermLite is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Aliso Viejo
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices3 records
Markets served
DermLite business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware Sales: DermLite generates revenue primarily through the sale of handheld dermatoscopes, dermoscopy lenses, skin scopes, and accessories. Products range from entry-level home dermatoscopes ($195) to professional DSLR-mounted systems ($2,195).
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Professional Pocket Dermatoscopes - DL5 Plus and DL5 |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Mid-Range Pocket Dermatoscopes - DL4 and DL200 series |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Entry-Level and Specialty Dermatoscopes - DL100, DL1, Carbon, GL |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Photo/SLR Dermoscopy Devices - Foto II Pro and Foto X |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Lumio Skin Scopes - Wide-Field Dermoscopy |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Connection Kits and Adapters |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Home Dermatoscopes - HÜD 2 |
| One time/ perpetual license | Pay-as-you-go | Head-Mounted Vision - Syris v900L System |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels4 records
DermLite product offering
Product offeringCore offering
DermLite manufactures handheld dermatoscopes and skin imaging solutions, offering pocket, photo, and head-mounted dermoscopy devices with polarized illumination, UV fluorescence, and smartphone connectivity. Their product range spans from consumer home dermatoscopes priced at $195 to professional-grade devices priced at $2,695, supporting dermatologists, primary care physicians, and health-conscious consumers in skin cancer detection and dermatological examinations. Following the March 2024 acquisition by FotoFinder Systems, the offering now includes AI-powered diagnostic decision support and a cloud-based image management platform.
Product overview
DermLite is a manufacturer of handheld dermatoscopes and skin imaging solutions, offering a comprehensive portfolio of products designed for dermatological examination and skin cancer detection. The core product line includes pocket dermatoscopes (DL5 Plus, DL5, DL4, DL200 Hybrid, DL200 HR, DL100, carbon, GL) and photo dermoscopy devices (DL1, handyscope, Foto II Pro, Foto X, HÜD 2). Supporting products include Lumio skin scopes (Lumio 2, Lumio, Lumio S) for broader dermatological visualization, MagnetiConnect Clamp (MCC) and model-specific iPhone connection kits for smartphone integration, and the Syris v900L head-mounted vision system. The company has unified with FotoFinder following a March 2024 acquisition, enabling AI-powered diagnostics through the DermLite App (powered by FotoFinder AIMEE) and Hub cloud platform for integrated skin imaging workflows spanning clinical capture, AI analysis, follow-up tracking, and patient data management.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- FotoFinder: AI-powered dermatology scanning technology provider; total body mapping and video dermoscopy solutions
- Syris
- IceCap
- PigmentBoost
- MagnetiConnect (MCC)
- Lumio
- Hub
Products and services
- DermLite DL5 Plus The flagship pocket dermatoscope featuring variable polarization, 365nm UV fluorescence, PigmentBoost illumination, 32mm lens with true 10x magnification, wireless smartphone connectivity via included MCC adapter, and integrated DermLite app support. Priced at $1,995. Targeted at dermatologists and skin cancer specialists requiring advanced clinical imaging.
- DermLite DL5 Hybrid dermatoscope featuring the world's first variable polarization system allowing users to scroll continuously from deeply penetrating cross-polarization to extremely superficial parallel polarization. Includes 365nm UV illumination, 32mm lens, and smartphone compatibility. Priced at $1,895. Designed for dermatologists performing advanced dermoscopic examinations.
- DermLite DL4 Pocket dermatoscope with 30mm lens, PigmentBoost color spectrum control, polarized and non-polarized lighting, snap-on IceCap infection control compatibility, and magnetic smartphone connectivity. Priced at $1,695. Targeted at dermatologists requiring consistent imaging with infection control.
- DermLite DL200 Hybrid Pocket dermatoscope combining polarized and non-polarized lighting for visualizing pigment and vascular structures with or without immersion fluids. Includes integrated MagnetiConnect smartphone connectivity. Priced at $1,050. Targeted at general practitioners and dermatologists seeking mid-range versatility.
- DermLite DL200 HR Polarized-only pocket dermatoscope with 25mm lens designed for users who primarily need cross-polarized visualization. Priced at $1,050. Targeted at clinicians needing dedicated polarized dermoscopy.
- DermLite DL100 Entry-level pocket dermatoscope with polarized illumination, 25mm lens at 10x magnification, and disposable 2CR5 lithium battery. Priced at $395. Targeted at entry-level users and home monitoring.
- DermLite Carbon Carbon fiber pocket dermatoscope with polarized illumination, lightweight design, and compact form factor. Priced at $525. Targeted at practitioners seeking portable, lightweight dermoscopy.
- DermLite GL Budget-friendly pocket dermatoscope with polarized LED illumination. Priced at $425. Entry-level option for basic dermoscopic examination.
- DermLite DL1 Photo dermoscopy lens compatible with DSLR cameras, featuring polarized and non-polarized illumination and smartphone connectivity via MCC adapter. Priced at $474-$525. Targeted at dermatologists performing clinical photography.
Quantifiable outcome
- UV dermoscopy enables visualization of fluorescing features for enhanced skin lesion assessment
Companies that use DermLite
Customer profileSegments3 records
Ideal customer profiles2 records
DermLite technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration3 records
AI capability2 records
Feature7 records
DermLite partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- FotoFinder SystemsflagshipIn March 2024, DermLite LLC acquired FotoFinder Systems, a Germany-based provider of AI-powered dermatology scanning technologies. The acquisition creates an integrated system for early skin disease diagnosis combining DermLite's handheld dermatoscope hardware with FotoFinder's AI-powered dermatology scanning and total body mapping solutions. DermLite & FotoFinder are now one unified company focused on intelligent skin imaging solutions in medical and aesthetic dermatology.
Scale indicators6 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
DermLite competitors and assessment
Company assessmentEmerging players
- Skin Analytics: UK-based developer of CE-marked DERM AI for skin cancer triage in primary care — competes in the dermatology AI risk-scoring space that FotoFinder AIMEE occupies, targeting similar clinical decision support use cases.
- SkinVision: Amsterdam-based smartphone AI app for skin cancer risk assessment — competes directly with the Hüd 2 home dermatoscope concept and DermLite AI's consumer/teledermatology positioning.
- Derma Sensor: Developer of a non-invasive, FDA Breakthrough-designated optical skin cancer detection device — competes for the same dermatology examination encounter and represents an alternative modality to polarized dermoscopy.
Direct peers
- MetaOptima Technology: Maker of MoleScope smartphone dermatoscope and DermAssist AI — overlaps with DermLite's smartphone-based handyscope/Foto X and consumer skin-monitoring ambitions, and directly competes for teledermatology workflows.
- Heine Optotechnik: Germany-based maker of Delta and NC1 dermatoscopes — the most established direct competitor to DermLite's polarized handheld devices, serving dermatologists with comparable pocket-sized instruments and similar pricing tiers.
- Canfield Scientific: US-based dermatology imaging company (acquired CaliberID/3Gen) offering VECTRA total body mapping, VEOS dermatoscopes, and Reveal/iPad dermoscopy — directly competes with DermLite in the dermoscopy hardware and clinical imaging market.
Broad incumbents
- FotoFinder Systems: Now under common ownership as DermLite's parent, but operates as a distinct sub-brand focused on AI-powered total body mapping and video dermoscopy for enterprise dermatology clinics — adjacent scope with overlapping customers.
- Barco: Global medical imaging and display company whose diagnostic and review displays are used in dermatology imaging workflows — adjacent in the dermatology clinical imaging value chain without handheld dermoscopy overlap.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
DermLite social profiles
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DermLite leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
DermLite subsidiaries and ownership
Company hierarchySubsidiaries1 record
DermLite funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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DermLite M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about DermLite
What does DermLite do?
DermLite manufactures handheld dermatoscopes and skin imaging solutions, offering pocket, photo, and head-mounted dermoscopy devices with polarized illumination, UV fluorescence, and smartphone connectivity. Their product range spans from consumer home dermatoscopes priced at $195 to professional-grade devices priced at $2,695, supporting dermatologists, primary care physicians, and health-conscious consumers in skin cancer detection and dermatological examinations. Following the March 2024 acquisition by FotoFinder Systems, the offering now includes AI-powered diagnostic decision support and a cloud-based image management platform.
Is DermLite a public or private company?
DermLite is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was DermLite founded?
DermLite was founded in 2002. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is DermLite based?
DermLite is headquartered in Aliso Viejo, United States, in the North America region.
How does DermLite make money?
One revenue line is on record: hardware Sales.
Who are DermLite's main competitors?
Emerging players on record are Skin Analytics, SkinVision and Derma Sensor. Direct peers are MetaOptima Technology, Heine Optotechnik and Canfield Scientific. Broad incumbents are FotoFinder Systems and Barco.
Does DermLite have an API?
No public API is recorded for DermLite.
What industry is DermLite in?
DermLite's product category is Dermatoscopes and Skin Imaging Devices. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAKACAF, Laser & Energy-Based Dermatology, with a secondary code of CRABAAAJ, Skincare Devices & Beauty Tech (LED, Microcurrent, Cleansing Devices). Its NAICS code is 334510 and its SIC code is 3841.