OD-OS GmbH
OD-OS GmbH is a German medical technology company that develops and sells the Navilas navigated retinal laser system, using eye tracking and digital pre-planning to enable image-guided laser photocoagulation for retinal specialists and ophthalmology clinics in 40+ countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2008
- HeadquartersIrvine, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What OD-OS GmbH does
OD-OS GmbH is a privately held German medical technology company founded in 2008 and headquartered in Teltow, Germany, with a US subsidiary in Irvine, California. The company develops, manufactures, and commercializes the Navilas® platform, a navigated retinal laser system that uses real-time eye tracking and digital pre-planning on fundus and third-party diagnostic images (OCT, OCT-A, FA) to enable image-guided retinal laser photocoagulation and subthreshold microsecond pulsing. Its product line spans the flagship Navilas 577+, the compact Navilas 577s, the entry-level Navilas Pro, plus supporting software including the Navigate App 2.0 learning platform, Navilas Academy 2.0 eLearning, and Teleguidance remote access software.
The company serves retinal specialists, ophthalmologists, and academic medical centers across 40+ countries, with installed bases at institutions such as UPMC, New York Eye and Ear Infirmary, Charité Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Hôpital Intercommunal de Créteil, and LV Prasad Eye Institute. Revenue is generated primarily through one-time capital equipment sales of Navilas systems (with multi-year contracts), supplemented by annual software license subscriptions for Teleguidance and freemium/subscription educational platforms. Distribution combines a direct enterprise sales force with regional distributors, supported by active participation in major ophthalmology conferences (ASRS, ESCRS, EURETINA, AAO, DOG). The company holds FDA 510(k) clearance and CE marking as primary regulatory moats and has built a clinical evidence base across peer-reviewed publications and quantified patient outcomes (e.g., 28% precision gain, 60% pain reduction, 42% fewer retreatments).
OD-OS GmbH firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- OD-OS GmbH
- Legal name
- OD-OS GmbH
- Website
- https://od-os.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2008
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- OD-OS GmbH is a German medical technology company that develops and sells the Navilas navigated retinal laser system, using eye tracking and digital pre-planning to enable image-guided laser photocoagulation for retinal specialists and ophthalmology clinics in 40+ countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
OD-OS GmbH industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Ophthalmic Medical Devices
- NAICS
- Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing (334510), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (339112), Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing (339115)
- SIC
- Surgical & Medical Instruments & Apparatus (3841), Electromedical & Electrotherapeutic Apparatus (3845)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Refractive Surgery Systems (Excimer/Femtosecond Lasers, Phakic IOL Systems, Wavefront/Guidance) (HLAHAJAG)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Ophthalmology & Vision Telemedicine Platforms (HLALAGAL)
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Where OD-OS GmbH is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Irvine
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
OD-OS GmbH business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Personnel, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Medical Hardware Sales: Sale of Navilas laser systems (577s, 577+, Pro models) to clinics and practices. These are capital equipment purchases requiring FDA/CE clearance.
- Software Licenses: Special licenses for remote access features (Teleguidance) and software updates for Navilas systems.
- Navigate App Platform: Free interactive platform for education; premium features or enterprise access may generate revenue.
- Academy 2.0 Training Platform: eLearning platform providing exclusive training content for Navilas users. Registration-based with personalized learning content.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Navilas 577s - Compact navigated retina laser |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Navilas 577+ - Flagship navigated retina laser |
| One time/ perpetual license | Multi-year contract | Navilas Pro - Affordable entry version |
| Subscription | Annual | Navilas Teleguidance License |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels7 records
OD-OS GmbH product offering
Product offeringCore offering
OD-OS develops and sells the Navilas® family of navigated retinal laser systems that combine integrated real-time eye tracking with digital pre-planning on fundus and third-party diagnostic images for image-guided photocoagulation and subthreshold microsecond pulsing treatments of retinal diseases. The company sells the Navilas 577s (compact), 577+ (flagship), and Pro (entry-level) laser platforms to retinal specialists, ophthalmology clinics, and university hospitals worldwide, complemented by the Navigate App 2.0 interactive learning platform, Navilas Academy 2.0 eLearning platform, and Navilas Teleguidance remote access software.
Product overview
OD-OS GmbH offers a portfolio of navigated retinal laser systems centered on the Navilas® platform. The core product line includes the Navilas® 577s (compact model), Navilas® 577+ (flagship), and Navilas® Pro (entry-level), all utilizing eye tracking technology for image-guided laser photocoagulation and microsecond pulsing treatments. Supporting the laser systems are software modules including Navigate App 2.0 (interactive learning platform), Navilas® Academy 2.0 (eLearning platform), and Navilas Teleguidance Software (remote access solution). The ecosystem integrates with FastViewer GmbH for cloud-based remote access functionality and supports import of diagnostic images from third-party imaging systems (OCT, OCT-A, FA).
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Navigate App 2.0: Interactive learning platform for retinal laser treatments supporting residents and team education, available on web browser, iOS and Android.
- Navilas Academy 2.0
Products and services
- Navilas® 577s Compact fully digital navigated retina laser system with integrated eye tracking for image-guided photocoagulation and microsecond pulsing treatments. Designed for practices and clinics of all sizes, offering non-contact focal treatments, pre-planning on fundus and third-party diagnostic images (OCT, OCT-A, FA), and computer-controlled precision execution.
- Navilas® 577+ Flagship navigated retina laser system delivering the full digital treatment capabilities for retinal photocoagulation and microsecond pulsing. The 577+ combines yellow 577nm laser emission with eye tracking technology, digital pre-planning, and integration with third-party diagnostic imaging systems for comprehensive retinal care.
- Navilas® Pro Entry-level navigated retina laser system providing affordable access to the digital ecosystem of navigated laser technology. Designed to enable practices and clinics of all sizes to adopt navigated laser capabilities with eye tracking and digital pre-planning.
- Navigate App 2.0 Free interactive learning platform for teaching retinal laser treatments to residents and medical teams. Supports onsite and online education using diagnostic images (OCT, OCT-A, FA) for treatment planning practice. Available via web browser, iOS, and Android devices.
- Navilas® Academy 2.0 eLearning platform providing exclusive training content for Navilas® users on navigated laser treatment, with personalized learning paths and registration-based access for verified retinal care professionals.
- Navilas Teleguidance Software Remote access software enabling remote observation and guidance of Navilas® Laser Systems. Available for Windows and Mac platforms as a desktop client, with cloud connectivity via FastViewer GmbH. Requires a special license purchase for Remote Access features on existing Navilas systems.
Quantifiable outcome
- 28% more precision for high safety (treatment spots within 100μm of intended target)
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use OD-OS GmbH
Customer profileNamed customers6 records
Segments2 records
Ideal customer profiles1 record
OD-OS GmbH technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed Yes
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Integration1 record
AI capability3 records
Feature8 records
OD-OS GmbH partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.
- MicrosoftcoreOD-OS uses Microsoft Bookings for online scheduling of virtual product demonstrations. Also uses Microsoft Teams for internal and external communications. Data processing agreements in place with Microsoft Corporation for cloud services.
- GooglesupportingUses Google Analytics for website analytics, Google reCaptcha for form security, and YouTube for video content hosting and marketing.
- ApplesupportingNavigate App is available on iOS App Store. App Analytics provided by Apple Inc. for usage tracking and analysis.
- FastViewer GmbHcoreCloud application operator for Navilas Teleguidance remote access function. Establishes connection between Navigate App and specific Navilas Laser Systems for remote guidance.
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)supportingAWS and Digital Ocean used for hosting Atatus diagnostic tools that monitor Navigate App technical performance.
- Absorb Software Inc.coreTechnical provider for Navilas Academy 2.0 eLearning platform. Operates the platform under commissioned data processing agreement per Art. 28 GDPR.
- Usercentrics GmbHsupportingConsent Management Platform provider for cookie consent management on OD-OS websites.
- Weglot SASsupportingTranslation service provider enabling multi-language website presentation for international audiences.
- Yoast BVsupportingSEO plugin provider for search engine optimization of OD-OS websites.
- Constant ContactsupportingEmail marketing service provider used for newsletter campaign analytics and delivery.
- NamLabs Technologies Private LimitedsupportingProvider of Atatus diagnosis tools for technical performance monitoring of Navigate App.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights5 records
OD-OS GmbH competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Nidek Co., Ltd. Nidek is a Japanese manufacturer of ophthalmic equipment including multispot laser photocoagulators used for retinal treatments. Their conventional Pattern Scan Laser (PASCAL) is a direct competitor to Navilas in the retinal laser category.
- Carl Zeiss Meditec: Carl Zeiss Meditec is a global leader in ophthalmic devices including surgical microscopes, IOLs, lasers, and diagnostic imaging. While they don't offer a direct navigated retinal laser equivalent, they are the dominant incumbent in ophthalmic medical devices and represent both a competitive threat and a potential acquirer for OD-OS.
- Topcon Healthcare: Topcon provides ophthalmic diagnostic equipment, retinal imaging, and laser systems used by retinal specialists worldwide. They are a relevant comparable given their direct presence in retinal imaging and pattern scan laser technology used for similar indications.
- Alcon: Alcon is a global leader in eye care devices including surgical equipment and laser systems. While primarily focused on cataract surgery, they have retinal laser products and broad global distribution that could challenge OD-OS if they choose to enter the navigated laser space.
- Lumenis (Boston Scientific): Boston Scientific acquired Lumenis' surgical/ophthalmic laser business. They have a broader portfolio but were historically strong in retinal photocoagulation lasers, making them a meaningful reference point for capital equipment ophthalmic laser market dynamics.
Direct peers
- Iridex Corporation: Iridex is a US-based medical technology company specializing in ophthalmic laser systems for retinal diseases and glaucoma. Comparable in size and focus to OD-OS, IRIDEX offers both conventional and micropulse laser systems that compete directly with Navilas in the retinal laser category.
- Ellex Medical Lasers (now Nova Eye Medical): Nova Eye Medical (formerly Ellex) develops ophthalmic laser systems including retinal laser photocoagulators. They are a direct competitor in the navigated/retinal laser space, targeting similar indications and customer segments.
- Quantel Medical: Quantel Medical (a Lumibird Group division) manufactures ophthalmic laser systems for retinal photocoagulation and glaucoma treatment. They compete directly with Navilas in the retinal laser category with comparable technology and target customers.
Emerging players
- Heidelberg Engineering: Heidelberg Engineering specializes in diagnostic imaging systems for ophthalmology (OCT, confocal lasers). Their imaging products are complementary to Navilas (which imports OCT data for treatment planning) and they could enter navigated laser therapy as a complementary offering.
- Optos plc (Nikon): Optos (owned by Nikon) manufactures ultra-widefield retinal imaging devices used by retinal specialists. Their imaging capabilities could complement navigated laser therapy and they represent both a partner and adjacent player in the retinal care workflow.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Valuation estimate
OD-OS GmbH leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles4 records
OD-OS GmbH funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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OD-OS GmbH M&A and investment
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Investments
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Frequently asked questions about OD-OS GmbH
What does OD-OS GmbH do?
OD-OS develops and sells the Navilas® family of navigated retinal laser systems that combine integrated real-time eye tracking with digital pre-planning on fundus and third-party diagnostic images for image-guided photocoagulation and subthreshold microsecond pulsing treatments of retinal diseases. The company sells the Navilas 577s (compact), 577+ (flagship), and Pro (entry-level) laser platforms to retinal specialists, ophthalmology clinics, and university hospitals worldwide, complemented by the Navigate App 2.0 interactive learning platform, Navilas Academy 2.0 eLearning platform, and Navilas Teleguidance remote access software.
Is OD-OS GmbH a public or private company?
OD-OS GmbH is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.
When was OD-OS GmbH founded?
OD-OS GmbH was founded in 2008. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is OD-OS GmbH based?
OD-OS GmbH is headquartered in Irvine, United States, in the North America region.
How does OD-OS GmbH make money?
Four revenue lines are on record. Medical Hardware Sales are the primary driver. The others are software Licenses, navigate App Platform and academy 2.0 Training Platform.
Who are OD-OS GmbH's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Nidek Co., Ltd., Carl Zeiss Meditec, Topcon Healthcare, Alcon and Lumenis (Boston Scientific). Direct peers are Iridex Corporation, Ellex Medical Lasers (now Nova Eye Medical) and Quantel Medical. Emerging players are Heidelberg Engineering and Optos plc (Nikon).
Does OD-OS GmbH have an API?
No public API is recorded for OD-OS GmbH.
What industry is OD-OS GmbH in?
OD-OS GmbH's product category is Ophthalmic Medical Devices. Its primary akta.pro industry code is HLAHAJAG, Refractive Surgery Systems (Excimer/Femtosecond Lasers, Phakic IOL Systems, Wavefront/Guidance), with a secondary code of HLALAGAL, Ophthalmology & Vision Telemedicine Platforms. Its NAICS code is 334510 and its SIC code is 3841.