SmartPro Instrument Co. Ltd.

What SmartPro Instrument Co. Ltd. does

SmartPro Instrument Co. Ltd. is a Thailand-incorporated private manufacturer, founded in 2013 and headquartered in Samut Sakhon, that designs, produces, and sells gemological instruments for the jewelry and gemstone trade. Its portfolio spans entry-level magnifiers (H-10/H-14 loupes, Optiloope LED headband magnifier), thermal/optical testers (Reader-I, Gem-eye I, Screen-I, Optimum-I, MAX), photoluminescence-based screening systems (Aura V3, Aura IQ), and a precious-metal analyzer (Quiz-S XRF), with prices ranging from $15 in blades to $18,950 for the Quiz-S. Core underlying technology combines thermal conductivity probes, UV/fiber-optic illumination, HD-camera photoluminescence imaging, and X-ray fluorescence with proprietary signal-processing algorithms (e.g., the QUIZ XRF algorithms) and patented single-probe thermal-optical fusion in the MAX device.

The company sells direct-to-consumer globally through its e-commerce website (smartproinstrument.com) with FedEx shipping, supplemented by regional distribution partnerships with Ernst & Friends GmbH in Germany and WJT India Pvt. Ltd. in India, and a long-running presence at international jewelry fairs in Hong Kong, Bangkok, Las Vegas (JCK), Singapore, India, Vietnam, and China. Buyer segments include jewelry retailers and manufacturers, gemologists/appraisers, and jewelry hobbyists, with primary use cases being the differentiation of natural diamonds from CVD/HPHT synthetic diamonds, moissanite, and cubic zirconia, plus precious-metal verification. Hardware sales (one-time purchases) and a smaller recurring accessories/consumables stream are the dominant revenue mechanics.

The company is privately held and bootstrapped, with no disclosed external funding, a workforce reported at approximately 6 employees, and third-party validation through ASSURE certifications for Screen-I, Optimum-I, and Aura V3 alongside ISO 14121-1, CE, and IEC 61010-1 compliance.

Name

SmartPro Instrument Co. Ltd.

Legal name

Smartpro Instrument Co., Ltd.

Website

https://smartproinstrument.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SmartPro Instrument Co. Ltd. is a Thailand-based, private manufacturer founded in 2013 that designs and sells gemological instruments, including diamond/moissanite testers, synthetic-diamond screening systems, and XRF precious-metal analyzers, for jewelry retailers, gemologists, and hobbyists worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Gemological Testing Instruments

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)

akta.pro primary industry

Diamond Grading & Certification Laboratories (CRAKAJAG)

akta.pro secondary industry

Fine Jewelry Manufacturing & Atelier Production (CRAKAAAK)

Keywords

• Diamond testing instruments
• Gemological testing equipment
• Synthetic diamond screening
• Precious metal analyzers
• Jewelry engraving tools

Headquarters

HQ city

Samut Sakhon

HQ country

Thailand

HQ region

Asia

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: SmartPro generates revenue through the sale of physical gemological instruments including diamond testers, moissanite testers, synthetic diamond scanners, color stone estimators, diamond gauges, handheld engraving systems, and high precision diamond magnifiers. Products are sold as one-time purchases with prices ranging from $15 for blades to $18,950 for premium analyzers.
2. Accessories and Consumables: Sale of complementary accessories including collets, probe tips, power adapters, carrying cases, stone trays, and replacement parts for the main instruments.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

SmartPro manufactures and sells gemological testing instruments for the diamond and gemstone industries, including diamond testers, moissanite testers, CVD/HPHT synthetic diamond scanners, color stone estimators, XRF precious metal analyzers, handheld engraving systems, and high-precision diamond magnifiers. Products are sold directly to jewelry retailers, gemological labs, appraisers, and hobbyists worldwide via e-commerce, regional distributors, and international trade fairs.

Product overview

SmartPro Instrument Co. Ltd. offers a comprehensive portfolio of gemological instruments for the diamond and gemstone industries. The product lineup centers on advanced diamond testing and authentication devices, led by flagship products Aura V3 and Aura IQ for synthetic diamond screening using photoluminescence imaging, and the MAX multi-tester combining thermal and optical technology. Core testers include Optimum-I (UV LED fiber optic technology), Screen-I and Reader-I (diamond verification), and Gem-eye I (color stone testing). The company also produces precision tools including AIR DO X and AIR DO S engraver/micro motor systems for jewelry making, loupes (H-10, H-14), the Optiloope LED headband magnifier, and Quiz-S XRF precious metal analyzer. Supporting accessories include carbide blades, collets, handpieces, power adapters, stone trays, and carrying cases. The company positions itself as the world's first manufacturer of diamond testers with readable LCD displays, offering portable, high-tech, and user-friendly instruments for jewelers, gemologists, and diamond traders.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aura V3 Advanced synthetic diamond screener that differentiates lab-grown diamonds, cubic zirconia, and moissanite from earth-mined natural diamonds with automatic 360-degree screening and dual detection modes; for jewelers, gemologists, and diamond dealers.
• Aura IQ Compact, high-precision diamond authentication system using photoluminescence imaging technology with UV light, 4-inch touchscreen, Wi-Fi printing, and digital certification; targets professional jewelers and gemologists.
• MAX (SPMAX) World's first handheld 5-in-1 colorless Lab-Grown and Simulant Diamond Tester with patented 2-in-1 single probe combining thermal and optical technology; detects Type Ia natural diamonds, CVD/HPHT Type IIa synthetics, moissanite, diamond simulants, and CZ.
• Optimum-I World's first handheld diamond multi-tester using UV LEDs with fiber optic technology to identify natural diamonds, CVD/HPHT synthetics, and all types of moissanite; for jewelers and gemologists.
• Screen-I Portable diamond verification instrument that screens natural diamonds (Type Ia) from synthetic HPHT/CVD diamonds (Type IIa) in the D-J color range, with Bluetooth connectivity; targets jewelers and dealers.
• Reader-I World's first 3-in-1 tester with a readable LCD display that identifies diamond, moissanite, cubic zirconia, and other simulants based on thermal and electrical properties, with a 0.48mm retractable probe tip for stones as small as 1.0mm (0.01ct).
• Gem-eye I Gemstone tester with stone type estimator using thermal conductivity to distinguish diamond from simulants, with auto-calibration, retractable 0.48mm thermoelectric probe tip, and analog panel display.
• Air Do X Combined jewelry engraver and micro motor system with graver strokes from 240 SPM and micro motor speed up to 35,000 RPM; for stone setting, engraving, drilling, polishing, buffing, lapping, and stippling.
• Air Do S Jewelry hobbyist engraver system with pneumatic technology, engraving strokes starting from 240 SPM, foot control, and automatic speed control; for stone setting and engraving.
• Quiz-S Precious Metal Analyzer Compact XRF precious metal analyzer for gold and alloy verification delivering full composition results in 10 to 60 seconds with a 40 kV microfocus X-ray source and SDD or SiPIN detector options.
• Optiloope LED Headband Magnifier Loupe Professional-grade headband magnifier with five interchangeable optical glass lens plates (1.75x to 3.5x magnification) and USB-rechargeable LED lighting for hands-free jewelry work.
• H-14 Loupe 14X Jewelry magnifier loupe with 63 lines/mm resolution, 14x magnification, 10.8mm effective lens diameter, negligible color aberration, black non-reflective coating, and fold-out leather case.
• H-10 Loupe 10X Jewelry magnifier with 10x magnification, 14.5mm effective lens diameter, 18mm focus distance, and optical glass lens with ergonomic design.
• Engraver Carbide Blade – V Flat Taper High-precision tungsten carbide engraver blade in V-flat taper design with round shank, available in multiple degree angles and 2.35mm or 3.17mm shank sizes; replacement consumable for Air Do engraver systems.
• Engraver Carbide Blade – Stepped Round High-precision tungsten carbide engraver blade in stepped round design, available in 0.8mm and 1.0mm sizes with 2.35mm round shank; replacement consumable for Air Do engraver systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Detection capability down to 0.002 carat stones
• +3 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability4 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered regional.

• ERNST & FRIENDS GmbHregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEuropean regional distribution partner for SmartPro instruments, providing sales, support, and customer service for Germany and neighboring countries. Located in Elmenhorst, Germany.
• WJT India Pvt. Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndian regional distribution partner handling sales and customer support for SmartPro products in India and South Asian markets. Located in Mumbai, India.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Thermo Fisher Scientific: Diversified analytical-instruments manufacturer whose portable XRF and NIR products serve jewelry and precious-metals verification, overlapping with SmartPro's Quiz-S.
• GIA (Gemological Institute of America): The world's most recognized gem grading organization also sells gemological instruments (microscopes, refractometers, spectroscopes) and operates its own diamond verification laboratories. Competes with SmartPro in the institutional gem-lab instrument market while also being a potential channel partner.
• Bruker: Global analytical-instrument company whose handheld/portable XRF products (e.g., Tracer series) are used for precious-metal authentication and gemological analysis. Direct competitor for SmartPro's Quiz-S XRF analyzer.
• Evident (formerly Olympus Industrial): Maker of handheld XRF analyzers (Vanta series) widely used for precious-metals analysis in jewelry and pawnshop channels. Competes with SmartPro's Quiz-S analyzer at the high end of the portable XRF market.
• Sarine Technologies: Israeli provider of diamond manufacturing technologies (Galaxy inclusion mapping, Advisor rough planning, Diamond Journey provenance). Adjacent to SmartPro but focused on rough/automated grading rather than handheld testers.

Direct peers

• Gemlogis (Swiss Gems Instruments): Maker of portable gemstone and diamond testers using thermal/UV technology. Closely comparable to SmartPro's MAX, Reader-I, and Optimum-I in form factor and target buyer (jewelry retailers and gemologists).
• Presidium Instruments: Singapore-based manufacturer of handheld diamond, moissanite, and gemstone testers, plus gemological instruments. Direct overlap with SmartPro's Reader-I, Gem-eye I, Screen-I, and Optimum-I product lines.
• Yehuda Diamond Detection: Long-established manufacturer of diamond detectors (e.g., Sherlock Holmes, Yehuda Detector) that distinguish natural from lab-grown diamonds. Competes head-to-head with SmartPro's CVD/HPHT detection instruments.
• OGI Systems: Israel-based developer of advanced diamond screening and melee detection systems (e.g., D-Screen, Multi-Sense). Direct overlap with SmartPro's Aura V3 and Aura IQ synthetic-diamond screening systems.

Emerging players

• De Beers Group (Tracr / IIDGR): Operator of Tracr blockchain-traced diamond provenance and the International Institute of Diamond Grading & Research. Competes indirectly by offering industry-level verification infrastructure that may reduce demand for individual handheld testers over time.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/Smartpro_twiter
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@smartproinstrument9806
• Facebookfacebook.com/SmartPro-Instrument-Diamond-Tester-Gemstone-Tester-and-Gauge-333915073828618
• Instagraminstagram.com/smartproinstrument
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/smartpro-instrument-co-ltd

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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