Comparison
Stryker 1588 vs 1688: Which Camera System Should You Buy Used?
The short answer: the Stryker 1588 is HD and the 1688 is 4K — and on the used market the 1688 costs roughly double. In our live inventory, 1588 configurations run $550–$7,000 while 1688 configurations run $1,200–$14,500. Both are proven platforms; the right pick depends on your cases, your monitors and your budget.
Side-by-side
| Stryker 1588 AIM | Stryker 1688 AIM | |
|---|---|---|
| Resolution | 1080p HD | 4K |
| Advanced imaging | AIM: IRIS, ENV, Clarity, DRE | AIM plus 4K-native processing |
| Typical used price (ours) | $550–$7,000 | $1,200–$14,500 |
| Complete tower | $7,000 | $14,500 |
| Camera system | $5,050 | $13,000 |
| Best for | Budget-conscious ORs, ASCs standardizing on HD | 4K ORs, new builds, marketing-sensitive practices |
When the 1588 is the smart buy
If your OR monitors are 1080p, a 1588 delivers excellent, proven image quality at roughly half the cost — and spare heads, couplers and CCUs are plentiful and cheap (we list heads and control units individually). For most ASCs doing general, ortho and ENT cases, the 1588 remains the value pick.
When to step up to the 1688
If you're buying 4K monitors anyway, doing complex laparoscopy or arthroscopy where detail matters, or equipping a new OR you won't touch for years — the 1688's 4K chain is the future-proof choice, still far below new-system pricing on the used market.
Compatibility note
Heads, couplers and CCUs are series-matched — a 1588 head needs a 1588 CCU. We confirm system-matching in writing on every quote, and both platforms ship function-tested with our functional guarantee.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between the Stryker 1588 and 1688?
The 1588 is a 1080p HD platform; the 1688 is 4K with AIM advanced imaging carried forward. Functionally both are proven OR camera systems — the 1688 adds native 4K resolution and newer processing.
How much does a used Stryker 1688 cost?
In our live inventory, 1688 configurations run $1,200 to $14,500 — from camera heads to complete 4K laparoscopy towers.
Is the Stryker 1588 still worth buying?
Yes — if your monitors are 1080p, a 1588 delivers proven image quality at roughly half the 1688's price. Our 1588 configurations run $550 to $7,000.
Are 1588 and 1688 components interchangeable?
No — heads, couplers and camera control units are series-matched. A 1588 head requires a 1588 CCU. We confirm exact system-matching in writing before you buy.