Film Software vs Advanced Films Analysis License: Which Do You Need?
By Zygo | Published: 2026-10-28
Category: Comparisons
Compare the Zygo Film Software License and Advanced Films Analysis License for Mx. Understand their film thickness measurement ranges and decide which fits your application.
Quick answer
Choose the Advanced Films Analysis License if you measure transparent optical films thicker than 50 nm and need thick film capability built in. Choose the Film Software License if your films are above 1 µm and you already have a MetroPro or Mx setup.
Key difference: measurement range
The two licenses differ primarily in the film thickness range they can measure. The Advanced Films Analysis License handles transparent optical films >50 nm and includes a thick film software license. The standalone Film Software License measures films >1 µm thick and topography for films >400 nm.
Both require specific hardware. The Advanced license needs a Nexview Class Optical profiler for data acquisition. The Film Software License works with MetroPro and Mx platforms. Your existing equipment will influence which license is practical.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Measurement range: Advanced Films Analysis License: films >50 nm. Film Software License: films >1 µm (thickness) and >400 nm (topography).
- Included capabilities: Advanced license includes thick film software. Film Software License is a standalone thick film license. If you need to measure films between 50 nm and 1 µm, the Advanced license is required.
- Hardware requirement: Advanced license requires a Nexview Class Optical profiler. Film Software License works with MetroPro and Mx. Check your profiler compatibility before purchasing.
- Price difference: Advanced Films Analysis License: USD 6,480 (catalog price USD 9,000). Film Software License: USD 4,589.48 (catalog price USD 6,202). The Film Software License is roughly 29% less expensive, but covers a narrower thickness range.
Product facts at a glance
- Advanced Films Analysis License for Mx: Measures thickness and topography of transparent optical films >50 nm and includes a thick film software license. Covers both thin and thick films without needing a separate license, saving on cost and integration effort.
Advanced Films Analysis License for Mx - Film Software License: Measures thickness and topography of films >1 µm and topography of films >400 nm. A cost-effective choice if your films are consistently thicker than 1 µm and you already have a compatible MetroPro or Mx system.
Film Software License
Which one fits you?
Best for
- Users measuring transparent optical films between 50 nm and 1 µm who need a single license for both thin and thick films.
- Facilities with a Nexview Class Optical profiler who want an all-in-one film analysis solution.
Not for
- Users with films consistently thicker than 1 µm who already have a MetroPro or Mx system and want to minimize cost.
