I’m a PhD student studying gastric cancer, and the ECHO microscope has made imaging so much easier and faster. The image quality is excellent, and the system is very user-friendly. I’d definitely recommend it to any lab looking for reliable and innovative imaging.

I’m a graduate student studying micronuclei formation and mitotic spindle abnormalities in response to drug and gene perturbation. The echo revolution has expedited the time it takes to visualize slides and facilitated switching between different objectives. I would highly recommend this to other researchers

I am the PI who bought the ECHO Discover. It is easy to use and used almost daily by my Research team. ease of use is the favorite part. Although Storage of data images on the ipad slows down the ECHO. Yes, I would recommend it to colleagues. I like the Z stack feature in the ECHO, although those feature are more difficult to obtained as compared to the Keyence BZ-X1000 microscope

Overall, the ECHO Revolve has been a nice addition to our lab. The fluorescence capabilities, as well as the ability to invert the scope, have been great to have all in one unit, since our space is limited. The iPad screen also makes it so much easier to share with others what you are actively seeing without having to play musical chairs in front of the microscope. A few reasons why we didn't give this scope five stars, though. You cannot do maintenance on the scope yourself; you have to call them. There is a screen that only they can access, making you unable to have full independence from maintenance and cleaning. So, you cannot check phase alignment, for example, yourself. Also, we've encountered a few bugs in the general performance of the microscope. However, most of those bugs have been fixed or addressed by reaching out to the team. The final downside is that the storage space on the iPad is limited to the version that it came with. Since the microscope uses the iPad camera, the dock is set up only for that iPad version, meaning that as newer versions are available on the market, you are stuck with whatever version you have. Ultimately, there are a few bumps with this scope, but that will happen with a lot of newer technologies. For us, the ability to automatically have scale bars and the smart nose piece, as well as the ease of use, makes this scope worth it to us.

I am a faculty member conducting pulmonary research to understand the mechanisms that drive the pathobiology of chronic lung diseases such as asthma and pulmonary fibrosis. We routinely use the ECHO Rebel microscope to examine cultured cells and tissue sections stained with H&E and other histopathological methods to assess inflammation and fibrosis. We greatly appreciate the ease of use and reliability of this microscope for our routine research applications. I highly recommend this basic model for standard use; however, the higher-end versions offer additional versatility for applications such as multi-color immunostaining and fluorescence microscopy. The microscope’s compact, sleek design and intuitive interface make it an excellent choice for daily use in our laboratory.

I work in tissue engineering as a PhD student and so far I enjoyed working with ECHO as it enabled me a quick magnified look into my experiments and helped me with qualitative assesment of immunostained samples, where the quality of images is indeed satisfactory. My favourite part about the system is that it also enables automated imaging, which has proven to save me a lot of time when I had to image my samples every day in the course of one week - which saves a lot of time! That´s one of the main reasons why I would recommend it to other users as it is an easy-to-use benchtop microscope that provides researchers with good-quality images.

I am the contract lab manager of the Medical Geology Lab at NASA JSC. We are investigating physical and toxicological damage to the human lung post-inhalation of simulated astromaterials. At the moment, we are looking at anorthosite particles less than 1um that have been added to 3D cultures of primary human lung cells. I LOVE my Echo Revolve and so do my co-workers! The optics are so clear, the platform is so versatile, the user interface is so friendly. I've been at the bench almost 35 yrs and have never had a microscope so capable.

I am a neuroscientist studying the development and function of specific neuronal subtypes in the mouse brain, as well as brain development across different mammalian species. My work also involves imaging iPSC-derived neurons from multiple species, which requires a highly efficient and versatile microscopy system. The ECHO microscope has significantly streamlined our imaging workflow. It is extremely easy to use, turns on quickly, and allows rapid acquisition of high-quality images without complicated setup. The image clarity is excellent, and transferring files to external storage is simple. Its multifunctional capabilities make it ideal for imaging live cells, fixed cells, and tissue sections, and it has been particularly valuable for quantifying cell populations and validating molecular findings from our genomic studies. One of my favorite aspects of the system is the fully digital interface and compact design. The touchscreen controls make imaging remarkably fast and intuitive, even for multi-channel experiments, and the small footprint saves valuable bench space. I would absolutely recommend ECHO microscopes to other researchers—they offer high-quality imaging with a modern, user-friendly experience, are easy for new users to learn, and do not require a large budget compared to traditional systems. What truly sets the ECHO system apart is its all-in-one digital workflow, seamless operation, and the speed at which high-quality data can be generated. Unlike conventional microscopes that demand extensive manual adjustments, the ECHO platform provides a streamlined, efficient solution suitable for both routine imaging and advanced research applications.

I am a PhD student at UW-Madison doing cancer research. I have been using ECHO for more than 4 years (since I joined the lab!), taking hundreds of pictures. The best thing about ECHO is its ability to take and process images, as I can measure cell sizes and add labels. I would 100% recommend ECHO to other researchers, and, to be honest, collaborators have been borrowing it because it is easy to capture and export images for cell culture. I am very happy and satisfied with having ECHO in my lab.

Who are you / what are you researching? My name is Diomedes Trejos, and I am a PhD student at the University of Miami. My research focuses on understanding the mechanisms driving blood cancers, particularly pediatric leukemias, using advanced stem cell models and multi-omics approaches. How has our microscope helped your research? The ECHO microscope has been a crucial tool in our work. We perform extensive microscopy to monitor stem cell differentiation and leukemia biology, and the system consistently delivers clean, sharp, and publication-quality images. It has streamlined our imaging workflow and improved the clarity and reliability of our cellular observations. What is your favorite part about the system? The combination of exceptional image quality and user-friendly design is my favorite part. The interface is intuitive, making it incredibly easy for students and researchers at all levels to use without a steep learning curve. Would you recommend ECHO microscopes to other researchers? Why? Absolutely — and we already have. We recommended ECHO to other labs at our institution, and they have adopted the system as well. The microscopes offer excellent imaging performance, are easy to learn and operate, and fit seamlessly into diverse experimental workflows. What stands out about our microscope versus other systems? ECHO stands out for its simplicity, versatility, and impressive image quality in a compact system. Compared to other microscopes, it offers a smoother user experience and faster setup without sacrificing performance, which has been a game-changer in our lab’s day-to-day work.

Hi I am Sampurna a postdoctoral researcher in te Neurology Department at Northwestern University. We in our lab have this microscope installed inside the hood and it is being used regularly for iPS culturing for last three years. The system is very easy to use and hassle free. It has now become the most essential part of iPS culture room. I would definitely recommend it to other users as it is not only userfriendly but also cost effective. Its compact size and its display makes it stand out from the rest in the market.

We purchased a couple Echo Rebels a few years back. They have helped us establish numerous cell lines here at the Pediatric Cancer Research Center at TTUHSC. Our technicians love them, and hey are perfect for viewing live cell culture in flasks. Their ease of use and great pictures have won us over. -jonas

Echo makes it so easy to use. Never having to take our glasses off to look at images, buy camera equipment to fit into the slot, its all there built in with modern tech. We love its easy to use functions and its capabilities.

We are an epigenetics lab at the UNM Health Sciences Campus. Our lab has been using the Echo Revolve microscope regularly, and it has truly transformed how we approach cell imaging and transfection experiments. The system is incredibly user-friendly—especially the software interface, which operates seamlessly with an iPad. This makes it easy for anyone in the lab to capture and analyze images without a steep learning curve. The Revolve feature is particularly valuable for our workflow. Whether we're preparing slides or working with multi-well plates, the flexibility and efficiency it offers are unmatched. We routinely use it to monitor GFP and RFP transfections, and the clarity and reliability of the imaging have been excellent. Overall, Echo Revolve has become an essential tool in our lab, and we highly recommend it to any research group looking for a powerful yet easy-to-use microscopy solution.

My name is Andrew Modzelewski, and I’m an Assistant Professor at the University of Pennsylvania. In my lab, we explore how transposable elements, often referred to as jumping genes, affect gene regulation during the earliest stages of mammalian development. Given that we frequently manipulate embryos, the ability to visualize tiny and rare samples like zygotes and oocytes is crucial for our research. The ECHO Revolve has quickly become one of our most essential instruments, both in the main lab and the tissue culture lab. Its ease of switching between brightfield and fluorescence imaging is invaluable, as we rely heavily on both techniques. The hybrid upright/inverted design not only simplifies our workflow but also helps us save precious space. Since our team primarily uses Mac hardware, transferring and storing data is a seamless process. The Revolve has gained popularity on our floor; many neighboring labs prefer to use it, and two have even installed their own units. It’s clear that the Revolve was designed by individuals who truly understand the daily needs of microscope users. Overall, it’s an exceptionally intelligent instrument.

I am lab technician in Dr. Amanda Brown's lab at Johns Hopkins. Currently, I am researching the effects of HIV and OPN/SPP1 on the cerebrovascular system. The ECHO microscope has been instrumental in helping me visualize my stained brain tissue with remarkable clarity. One of my favorite features is the points and tile mode, which allows me to effortlessly capture areas of interest. I wholeheartedly recommend ECHO microscopes to fellow researchers. They are user-friendly and enable swift imaging. What truly sets the ECHO microscope apart is its dual functionality, offering both upright and inverted modes in a single device, making it an ideal choice for our compact lab space.

I have been using ECHO starting day one when they released their first model. The ECHO REVOLVE microscope has been a key instrument for our daily stem cell culture workflow. Its flexibility allows us to rapidly switch between brightfield and fluorescence imaging during live iPSC differentiation monitoring, CRISPR editing validation, and functional assays. I appreciate the hybrid upright/inverted design and the intuitive software interface. Mostly importantly, the iPad design for touch control and seamless focus is super helpful for trainee without any experience. We have purchased and recommended to many other labs, still happy to do so in future.

Hi, my name is Tianhao Duan, and my research focuses on CAR T and TCR T cell–based cancer immunotherapy. We utilize the ECHO microscope for live-cell imaging, particularly to monitor the real-time killing of tumor cells by T cells during cytotoxicity assays. It’s been a great tool for visualizing dynamic interactions between immune and cancer cells. My favorite part about the ECHO system is how intuitive and easy to use it is — switching between brightfield and fluorescence is seamless, and the image quality is excellent. I would definitely recommend ECHO microscopes to other researchers. They offer great imaging performance at a much more affordable price compared to other systems like the Incucyte. What really stands out to me is the user-friendly interface, compact design, and cost-effectiveness. Although it can sometimes have a little trouble focusing when imaging a large number of suspension cells at once, overall it’s an excellent, practical choice for labs doing live-cell imaging in immunotherapy research.

I'm a graduate student doing research on breast cancer metastasis. The ECHO revolution microscope has been super helpful to do full section scans of H&E stained lungs which I need to quantify metastatic burden. I've used several slide scanning microscopes before and what really stands out to me about the ECHO is the speed at which it does brightfield scanning. I can scan a large section of 5 lobes within a matter of ~2 mins. I've also used the ECHO revolve for tissue culture and also find it incredibly user friendly. I love being able to airdrop the photos I just took from the microscope to my phone or my iPad. It makes getting my data super easy!

I am a graduate student in biomedical engineering doing cardiovascular research. Our Echo Rebel has been an invaluable tool for training students in our lab, as the iPad-connected format makes teaching cell culture much easier. Additionally, the ability to use the microscope in inverted and upright format, as well as inside biosafety cabinets provides many more use-cases than a standard microscope and has served to create new research opportunities.