Parasight System FEC Kit
The Parasight System FEC Kit is positioned as the high-throughput, automated leader for fecal egg counts, delivering rapid image capture and automated egg recognition that dramatically reduces technician time per sample. It justifies a higher upfront cost with substantial labor savings and consistency advantages compared with manual McMaster and clinic-focused kits, and beats other products on throughput even if it costs more than portable digital options like FECPAKG2 or chemical-focused kits such as Parasitec SF.
Rapid digital counts
Lab-grade accuracy
Rapid digital counts
Lab-grade accuracy
Review Summary
"Users report the Parasight System FEC Kit is fast, accurate and well-suited for repeated fecal egg counts, with an intuitive workflow; downsides noted are higher upfront cost and a short learning curve. Overall it's favored by clinics and labs needing reliable automated counts."
App-connected delight
Compact imaging unit with pre-calibrated analysis for rapid egg counts.
App-connected delight
Compact imaging unit with pre-calibrated analysis for rapid egg counts.
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
Skill Development & Mastery
The Parasight System FEC Kit is positioned as the high-throughput, automated leader for fecal egg counts, delivering rapid image capture and automated egg recognition that dramatically reduces technician time per sample. It justifies a higher upfront cost with substantial labor savings and consistency advantages compared with manual McMaster and clinic-focused kits, and beats other products on throughput even if it costs more than portable digital options like FECPAKG2 or chemical-focused kits such as Parasitec SF.
Rapid digital counts
Lab-grade accuracy
App-connected delight
Compact imaging unit with pre-calibrated analysis for rapid egg counts.
Includes consumables and software that streamline sample processing.
Rapid digital counts
Lab-grade accuracy
App-connected delight
Compact imaging unit with pre-calibrated analysis for rapid egg counts.
Includes consumables and software that streamline sample processing.
$400-800 CAD
McMaster Fecal Egg Count Kit by Chalex
Chalex's McMaster Fecal Egg Count Kit is best-in-class for low-cost, traditional McMaster testing — a dependable, economical choice for routine herd or flock monitoring where per-test cost and simplicity matter most. While it lacks the automation and digital record-keeping of Parasight or FECPAKG2 and has lower sensitivity than specialized flotation kits, its minimal capital requirements and low consumable cost make it the most financially efficient option for frequent, large-scale screening.
Classic McMaster method
Budget-friendly kit
Classic McMaster method
Budget-friendly kit
Review Summary
"The McMaster Fecal Egg Count Kit by Chalex is praised as a dependable, low-cost manual method that delivers consistent results when used carefully, though it requires practice and is more time-consuming than digital systems. Many users appreciate its simplicity and value for routine monitoring."
Hands-on learning fun
Traditional McMaster slide and chamber system for manual egg counts.
Hands-on learning fun
Traditional McMaster slide and chamber system for manual egg counts.
Skill Development & Mastery
Increased Safety & Security
Chalex's McMaster Fecal Egg Count Kit is best-in-class for low-cost, traditional McMaster testing — a dependable, economical choice for routine herd or flock monitoring where per-test cost and simplicity matter most. While it lacks the automation and digital record-keeping of Parasight or FECPAKG2 and has lower sensitivity than specialized flotation kits, its minimal capital requirements and low consumable cost make it the most financially efficient option for frequent, large-scale screening.
Classic McMaster method
Budget-friendly kit
Hands-on learning fun
Traditional McMaster slide and chamber system for manual egg counts.
Supplied with flotation solution and basic instructions for herd-level screening.
Classic McMaster method
Budget-friendly kit
Hands-on learning fun
Traditional McMaster slide and chamber system for manual egg counts.
Supplied with flotation solution and basic instructions for herd-level screening.
$30-80 CAD
FECPAKG2 Digital Parasite Egg Counting System
The FECPAKG2 Digital Parasite Egg Counting System stands out for field-friendly digital microscopy and cloud-based image sharing, enabling remote expert review and training without the need for heavy lab infrastructure. It strikes a balance between cost and capability — more sensitive and better documented than a standard McMaster test and more portable and affordable than full Parasight automation — making it ideal for on-farm diagnostics and programs that need audited digital records.
Cloud image sharing
Standardized results
Cloud image sharing
Standardized results
Review Summary
"FECPAKG2 is liked for its digital imaging, cloud storage and traceability, making repeated testing and remote review straightforward; users note occasional image quality issues and a higher total cost. It’s popular where documentation and digital records matter."
Field-to-lab magic
High-resolution digital imaging and software-assisted egg identification and archiving.
Field-to-lab magic
High-resolution digital imaging and software-assisted egg identification and archiving.
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
Skill Development & Mastery
The FECPAKG2 Digital Parasite Egg Counting System stands out for field-friendly digital microscopy and cloud-based image sharing, enabling remote expert review and training without the need for heavy lab infrastructure. It strikes a balance between cost and capability — more sensitive and better documented than a standard McMaster test and more portable and affordable than full Parasight automation — making it ideal for on-farm diagnostics and programs that need audited digital records.
Cloud image sharing
Standardized results
Field-to-lab magic
High-resolution digital imaging and software-assisted egg identification and archiving.
Cloud-enabled workflow for remote review and result sharing.
Cloud image sharing
Standardized results
Field-to-lab magic
High-resolution digital imaging and software-assisted egg identification and archiving.
Cloud-enabled workflow for remote review and result sharing.
$700-1300 CAD
Vetslide Fecal Analysis Kit
The Vetslide Fecal Analysis Kit is aimed at small clinics and ambulatory veterinarians who need a compact, low-capital workflow for routine fecal egg screening; it reduces setup time and is cheaper to deploy than large automated systems. Although it doesn't match the sensitivity or throughput of FECPAKG2 or Parasitec SF and lacks Parasight-level automation, its price-to-convenience ratio makes it a practical clinic-level leader for everyday animal-health monitoring.
Disposable slide system
Quick smear prep
Disposable slide system
Quick smear prep
Review Summary
"Vetslide is valued for being compact and quick for point-of-care fecal analysis, but reviewers mention variable consistency and that it’s less ideal for high-throughput laboratory use. Users find it convenient for small clinics and spot checks."
Clinic-ready convenience
Complete slide-and-reagent kit tailored for veterinary fecal examinations.
Clinic-ready convenience
Complete slide-and-reagent kit tailored for veterinary fecal examinations.
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
The Vetslide Fecal Analysis Kit is aimed at small clinics and ambulatory veterinarians who need a compact, low-capital workflow for routine fecal egg screening; it reduces setup time and is cheaper to deploy than large automated systems. Although it doesn't match the sensitivity or throughput of FECPAKG2 or Parasitec SF and lacks Parasight-level automation, its price-to-convenience ratio makes it a practical clinic-level leader for everyday animal-health monitoring.
Disposable slide system
Quick smear prep
Clinic-ready convenience
Complete slide-and-reagent kit tailored for veterinary fecal examinations.
Simple protocol for flotation and microscopic reading at point-of-care.
Disposable slide system
Quick smear prep
Clinic-ready convenience
Complete slide-and-reagent kit tailored for veterinary fecal examinations.
Simple protocol for flotation and microscopic reading at point-of-care.
$150-350 CAD
Parasitec SF Fecal Flotation Test Kit
The Parasitec SF Fecal Flotation Test Kit is a market leader for flotation-based sensitivity, optimized reagents and protocols that improve detection of low egg burdens compared with generic McMaster approaches. It typically offers better analytical sensitivity for confirmatory testing than basic clinic slides and, while it lacks the digital reporting of FECPAKG2 or the automation of Parasight, its chemical and protocol-driven accuracy makes it a cost-effective choice for labs prioritizing diagnostic sensitivity.
Sensitive flotation mix
All-in-one supplies
Sensitive flotation mix
All-in-one supplies
Review Summary
"The Parasitec SF Fecal Flotation Test Kit is reported to give consistent flotation and clear results for routine testing, though some users find solution preparation and handling messy and time-consuming. It’s considered effective and good value by many purchasers."
Egg-hunting wizardry
Optimized flotation solutions and mesh sieves for efficient parasite egg recovery.
Egg-hunting wizardry
Optimized flotation solutions and mesh sieves for efficient parasite egg recovery.
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Parasitec SF Fecal Flotation Test Kit is a market leader for flotation-based sensitivity, optimized reagents and protocols that improve detection of low egg burdens compared with generic McMaster approaches. It typically offers better analytical sensitivity for confirmatory testing than basic clinic slides and, while it lacks the digital reporting of FECPAKG2 or the automation of Parasight, its chemical and protocol-driven accuracy makes it a cost-effective choice for labs prioritizing diagnostic sensitivity.
Sensitive flotation mix
All-in-one supplies
Egg-hunting wizardry
Optimized flotation solutions and mesh sieves for efficient parasite egg recovery.
Clear step-by-step protocol that improves sensitivity for low-level infections.
Sensitive flotation mix
All-in-one supplies
Egg-hunting wizardry
Optimized flotation solutions and mesh sieves for efficient parasite egg recovery.
Clear step-by-step protocol that improves sensitivity for low-level infections.
$120-250 CAD