Pupil Core
5.9#15 in eye tracking software€3,615 one-timeAPILinuxmacOSWindows
VisitPupil Core vs RealEye
What both publish
| Fact | Pupil Core | RealEye |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | The published specification lists 0.60° accuracy with calibration and 0.02° precision. | The pricing FAQ states eye-tracking results are around 110 px accurate, with gaze prediction frequency up to 60 Hz. |
| Founded | 2014 | 2017 |
| Headquarters | Berlin, Germany | RealEye lists its address as Obornicka 330, 60-689 Poznań, Poland. |
| Integrations | Pupil Labs lists Python, iMotions, Lab Streaming Layer, PsychoPy, MATLAB and Octave among compatible tools; its real-time API streams gaze data and scene video over a local network. | External survey integrations can redirect participants to tools such as Qualtrics, Google Forms, and SurveyMonkey and pass participant identifiers through URL parameters. |
| Privacy | The company privacy policy identifies Pupil Labs GmbH in Berlin as the service operator and describes personal-data processing under its policy. | RealEye says webcam image and sound processing happens in the browser and that it stores gaze-point predictions rather than webcam images or sound. |
| Support | Pupil Labs offers community and expert help, including tailored research workflows and training. | The company offers a knowledge base and lists email support at [email protected]. |
Pupil Core plans
- Pupil Core€3,615, paid once
RealEye plans
- Basic (annual)$325 a month
- Basic (monthly)$390 a month
- Standard (annual)$825 a month
- Standard (monthly)$990 a month
- CustomPriced on request
Pick Pupil Core if…
It suits researchers who need wearable eye tracking and tools for live recording, video analysis, and data export. Its API and Python plugins also fit teams that want to connect devices or extend features.
Pick RealEye if…
RealEye suits researchers who need online webcam eye-tracking studies with visual stimuli and analysis tools. Researchers should consider the participant device requirements and plan limits when choosing a tier.