Short answer
ZEISS VISUMAX vs WaveLight compares ecosystems, not a single laser. VISUMAX femto pairs with MEL 90 excimer in ZEISS centres; Alcon workflows pair femto with EX500 excimer. Outcomes depend on candidacy and surgeon experience when hardware is modern.
Side-by-side comparison
| Factor | ZEISS VISUMAX + MEL 90 suite | Alcon femto + WaveLight EX500 suite |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor stack | ZEISS diagnostics → femto → excimer | Alcon diagnostics → femto → excimer |
| SMILE Pro | VISUMAX platform | Not available on EX500 |
| Custom LASIK | CRS-Master wavefront → MEL 90 | Custom profiles on EX500 |
| Patient choice | Surgeon assigns — not menu pricing | Same |
International patients should confirm written platform names — iSee Turkey documents femto and excimer before booking. Read individual guides: VISUMAX 800 · EX500.
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