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3Shape TRIOS vs Doxy.me

3Shape TRIOS logo

3Shape TRIOS

Software

Digital Impression & CAD/CAM Workflow

From
$15000/one-time
Rated
-
Doxy.me logo

Doxy.me

Software

Simple and free telemedicine for healthcare providers

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Only Doxy.me has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 3Shape TRIOS 3Shape publishes no price for TRIOS scanners or software; quotes come from 3Shape or a local reseller; Doxy.me free plan restricted to one-on-one sessions, limiting utility for group therapy or multi-specialist consultations
  • They diverge on capability: 3Shape TRIOS covers Intraoral scanning, Doxy.me covers Video Visits.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 3Shape TRIOS and Doxy.me actually diverge.

Attributes where 3Shape TRIOS and Doxy.me differ
Attribute3Shape TRIOSDoxy.me
Starting price$15000/one-timeFree
Pricing modelone-timeUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWindowsWeb, iOS, Android
Founded20002013

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 3Shape TRIOS

  • Intraoral scanning
  • Digital impressions
  • Treatment simulation
  • Shade measurement
  • Lab connectivity
  • Implant planning
  • Orthodontic integration
  • Patient engagement tools

Only in Doxy.me

  • Video Visits
  • Waiting Room
  • Screen Sharing
  • File Sharing
  • EHR Systems
  • HIPAA
  • BAA
  • Web support

Both cover

  • HIPAA Compliant
  • Cloud deployment

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

3Shape TRIOS

  • Taking digital intraoral impressions in place of physical traysnot Doxy.me
  • Sending digital scans to dental laboratories for restorations and alignersnot Doxy.me
  • Recording and comparing patient scans over time for treatment planningnot Doxy.me

Doxy.me

  • Patient Carenot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Medical Recordsnot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Practice Managementnot 3Shape TRIOS
  • Telehealthnot 3Shape TRIOS

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

3Shape TRIOS

  • 3Shape publishes no price for TRIOS scanners or software; quotes come from 3Shape or a local reseller
  • The software is tied to buying 3Shape TRIOS scanner hardware
  • TRIOS Care, the premium service plan with extended warranty, is included only for the first year of ownership and is a paid subscription after that

Doxy.me

  • Free plan restricted to one-on-one sessions, limiting utility for group therapy or multi-specialist consultations
  • Occasional connection glitches and dropped sessions reported by some users
  • Poor video quality and lag in rural or low-bandwidth areas

Pricing, plan by plan

3Shape TRIOS

$15000/one-time
  • TRIOS Essential$15000/one-time
    • Intraoral scanning
    • Digital impressions
    • Lab connectivity
  • TRIOS Premium$25000/one-time
    • Everything in Essential
    • Treatment simulation
    • Shade measurement
  • TRIOS Care$199/month
    • Extended warranty
    • Software updates
    • Priority support

Doxy.me

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Unlimited call minutes
    • HIPAA compliance
    • One-on-one sessions only
  • Professional$35/month
    • HD video
    • Screen sharing
    • Group calls
  • Clinic$50/month
    • HD video
    • Screen sharing
    • Group calls

Which should you pick?

Choose 3Shape TRIOS if

  • You need intraoral scanning.
  • You work on Windows.
  • You also want digital impressions.

Choose Doxy.me if

  • You need video visits.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want waiting room.

Questions people ask

Is 3Shape TRIOS or Doxy.me better?
Neither clearly leads. 3Shape TRIOS starts at $15000/one-time and Doxy.me at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 3Shape TRIOS or Doxy.me?
Doxy.me has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $15000/one-time for 3Shape TRIOS and Free for Doxy.me.
Does 3Shape TRIOS or Doxy.me run on more platforms?
3Shape TRIOS runs on Windows. Doxy.me runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Doxy.me for free?
Yes. Doxy.me has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. 3Shape TRIOS starts at $15000/one-time.
What is 3Shape TRIOS best used for?
3Shape TRIOS is most often used for taking digital intraoral impressions in place of physical trays, sending digital scans to dental laboratories for restorations and aligners, recording and comparing patient scans over time for treatment planning. Of those, taking digital intraoral impressions in place of physical trays and sending digital scans to dental laboratories for restorations and aligners are not what Doxy.me is typically brought in for.
What can 3Shape TRIOS do that Doxy.me cannot?
3Shape TRIOS covers Intraoral scanning, Digital impressions, Treatment simulation, Shade measurement. Doxy.me covers Video Visits, Waiting Room, Screen Sharing, File Sharing. Both handle HIPAA Compliant, Cloud deployment.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Doxy.me: How much does Doxy.me cost?

Doxy.me offers a free plan with HIPAA compliance, Professional plan at $35 per provider per month, and Clinic plan at $50 per provider per month. Enterprise pricing available on request.

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Doxy.me: Does the free plan include all features?

The free Doxy.me plan includes unlimited call minutes and HIPAA compliance. Advanced features like group calls, HD video, and screen sharing require paid plans.

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Doxy.me: Do patients need to create an account to join a session?

No, Doxy.me allows you to offer secure sessions without requiring clients to create accounts, with a customizable waiting room experience.

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Doxy.me: Is Doxy.me HIPAA compliant?

Yes, Doxy.me is HIPAA compliant with a signed Business Associate Agreement, available on both free and paid plans.

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