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ZEISS VISUMAX 600 femtosecond laser with planning touchscreen, keyboard and swivel arm, set in a bright, minimalist room
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ZEISS VISUMAX 600
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  • Fast performance
  • Versatile procedures
  • Flexible surgical integration
  • Digitally connected workflow
ZEISS VISUMAX 600
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ZEISS VISUMAX 600 is a femtosecond laser platform that combines fast laser performance, multiple refractive procedures and digitally connected workflow in a focused platform for modern refractive surgery practices. From KLEx with SMILE® pro to precise flap creation for Femto-LASIK, it supports a broad range of treatment approaches while helping practices integrate into many surgical environments.

Close-up of a ZEISS VISUMAX 600 treatment pack contact glass attached to the laser cone, with its suction tube

Fast performance

Speed that keeps your workflow moving

The VISUMAX® 600 from ZEISS combines speed and precision to support fast lenticule creation for KLEx with ZEISS SMILE pro and precise flaps for Femto-LASIK.

The 2 MHz laser pulse repetition rate, combined with a high-performance laser scanning system, makes it possible to create a lenticule in less than 10 seconds1 and a flap incision in around 5 seconds2.

Precision-guided assistance

ZEISS VISUMAX 600 incorporates computer-assisted guidance functions designed to support centration and cyclotorsion alignment. By assisting with critical treatment steps while maintaining surgeon control, these technologies help support precision throughout the procedure.

The CentraLign® assistant system supports centration by utilizing the pupil center and vertex position during the docking process. This provides you with valuable guidance before treatment begins and helps support a structured workflow.
CentraLign illustration: eye view with crosshair, scale markers and dashed circle showing treatment centration on the eye
The OcuLign® pattern rotation system supports cyclotorsion alignment by turning the treatment pattern according to the required rotational adjustment, helping to counter any cyclotorsion that may occur.
OcuLign illustration: eye view with crosshair and tilted yellow reference lines showing cyclotorsion compensation
Close-up of the ZEISS VISUMAX 600 planning screen showing ZEISS SMILE treatment, lenticule and cap parameters, with keyboard

Versatile procedures

One device. Multiple possibilities.

With ZEISS VISUMAX 600, you can benefit from a variety of corneal refractive procedures. The Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction (KLEx) option with ZEISS SMILE pro allows you to confidently treat eligible patients with myopia and astigmatism, while the flap option enables Femto-LASIK procedures, including ZEISS PRESBYOND performed with ZEISS MEL 90.

Optional applications such as intracorneal ring procedures and keratoplasty further extend the device's capabilities, providing flexibility across many clinical indications. This versatility allows you to address different patient needs while expanding the capabilities of your refractive practice.

Portrait of Enzo Maria D‘Ambrosio, MD

What convinced me about the ZEISS VISUMAX 600 was its cost-effectiveness. It delivers reliable refractive outcomes and fits smoothly into our workflow, offering significant value for the investment - an important factor for a starting practice like ours.

Enzo Maria D‘Ambrosio, MD Refractive surgeon - Centro Oftalmico D'Ambrosio, Italy
Patient in surgical cap and mask lying under the ZEISS VISUMAX 600 laser head, with the smart sensors visible above

Flexible surgical integration

Designed to fit multiple clinical environments

ZEISS VISUMAX 600 has a compact design that can be integrated into established surgical infrastructure. It provides the flexibility your practice needs to incorporate efficient refractive procedures while leveraging your workflows.

The movable laser arm supports efficient patient access and treatment positioning, while compatibility with existing surgical microscope offers flexibility for practices seeking to expand their refractive offering.

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Flexible surgical integration

Surgeon in scrubs guiding the ZEISS VISUMAX 600 with a joystick while the patient lies beneath the laser

Easy patient access

With comfort and control

While the patient lies on the patient support system, you have full control over the position of the device. Without the need to move the patient, the laser arm can be easily brought into the working position for surgery.

Patient in surgical cap and mask lying under the ZEISS VISUMAX 600 laser head, with the smart sensors visible above

Tracking distances

Positioning made easy

Ultrasound sensors assist in actuating the laser arms while integrated top-view, side-view, and therapy cameras allow you to ergonomically observe the surgical environment between the device and patient.

Additionally, height tracking assists suction stability by tracking the device head relative to the patient’s eye during laser treatment.

Highlight your practice

With customized laser arm illumination

Whether you want to match the device to your clinic’s corporate identity or give patients a choice that provides them a better visual comfort, you can choose from eight different illumination colors for the laser arm.

Close-up of a computer monitor showing ZEISS VISUMAX 600 user interface with a large eye image on the screen; background screen shows ZEISS branding.

Interact with the device

Simply and efficiently

ZEISS VISUMAX 600 features an award-winner user interface design which is intuitive, easy, and helps the surgeon and assistant through every step of the procedure.

Surgeon in a white coat planning a refractive laser treatment on a desktop monitor in a bright office

Digitally connected workflow

Supporting efficiency beyond the procedure

ZEISS VISUMAX 600 connects seamlessly with other solutions from the ZEISS Corneal Refractive Workflow to help simplify data management, treatment planning and clinical evaluation. Integrated digital workflows can support efficiency across the entire patient journey.

Through integration with ZEISS Refractive Workplace and ZEISS VISULYZE, treatment data can be managed, reviewed and transferred within a connected environment. This streamlined approach helps support clinical decision-making, workflow consistency and long-term practice efficiency.

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ZEISS Corneal Refractive Workflow

The ZEISS VISUMAX 600 could be just the beginning: Take your workflow to a new level and learn how our products and applications add value beyond the mere sum of their parts.

ZEISS VISUMAX 600 and VISUMAX 800 comparison

ZEISS VISUMAX 600 femtosecond laser with planning touchscreen, keyboard, swivel arm with joystick and foot pedal
ZEISS VISUMAX 600
ZEISS VISUMAX 800 femtosecond laser with integrated surgical microscope, planning touchscreen and swivel arm with joystick
ZEISS VISUMAX 800

Features

Surgical microscope

No

Yes

Slit lamp

No

Yes

Cyclotorsion assistance

Yes (OcuLign)

Yes (OcuLign with reference image)

Centration assistance

Yes (CentraLign)

Yes (CentraLign auto)

Applications

SMILE pro

Yes

Yes

SMILE pro for Hyperopia

No

Yes

Flap

Yes

Yes

Intracorneal Ring

Optional

Optional

Keratoplasty

Optional

Optional

Workflow options

Treatment planning with ZEISS Refractive Workplace

Yes

Yes

Nomograms with ZEISS VISULYZE

Yes

Yes
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FAQs

  • The ZEISS VISUMAX 600 is a femtosecond laser for refractive procedures, including Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction (KLEx) with ZEISS SMILE pro and flap cut for Femto-LASIK. Available procedures depend on local regulatory approvals and system configuration.

  • ZEISS SMILE pro is a solution for minimally invasive Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction (KLEx) performed with the ZEISS VISUMAX 600 or VISUMAX 800. The laser creates a corneal lenticule, which the surgeon removes through a small incision to correct vision.

  • The ZEISS VISUMAX 600 features a 2 MHz laser pulse repetition rate and can create the lenticule in less than 10 seconds2. Overall procedure time depends on patient preparation, centration, docking, and the surgical workflow.

  • More than 15 million Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction (KLEx) treatments with ZEISS SMILE and SMILE pro have been performed worldwide (as of September 2026), reflecting extensive global clinical experience with ZEISS lenticule extraction technology.

  • Yes, SMILE pro supports Keratorefractive Lenticule Extraction (KLEx) procedure and is performed exclusively with a femtosecond laser. It removes a corneal lenticule through a small incision. LASIK, on the other hand, requires flap creation and excimer laser ablation.

  • CentraLign® is a computer-controlled function that supports centration during docking with ZEISS VISUMAX 600. OcuLign® supports cyclotorsion compensation during treatment planning and surgery. Availability and functionality may vary by market, software version and system configuration.

  • The system can support a variety of refractive procedures and efficient treatment workflows.

  • The ZEISS VISUMAX 600 has a compact design, offering flexibility when integrating the system into existing surgical workflows. Compatibility should be confirmed for the specific configuration.

  • ZEISS offers training and education opportunities, including peer-to-peer training, wet labs and visits to reference sites to support the adoption of ZEISS SMILE pro.

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  • 1

    Data on file, myopia with optical zone 6.5 mm
  • 2

    Data on file, flap diameter ≤ 8.0 mm, spot distance 4.5 µm, track distance 2.0 µm
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