allbcis.com

Every brain–computer interface on earth

non-invasive  ·  tDCS ·  shipping

ActivaDose II

By Caputron

Identity

Manufacturer
Caputron
Model number
—
Codename
—
Aliases
Caputron ActivaDose, ActivaDose
Generation
—
Country of origin
US
Released
—
Announced
—
Discontinued
—
Status
shipping

Classification

Invasiveness
non-invasive
Modalities
tDCS
Primary modality
tDCS
Direction
write
Categories
research-grade, stimulation
Form factor
handheld
Use cases
FDA-cleared iontophoresis (cleared indication), investigational tDCS (off-label / research)
Target users
neuroscience-researcher, clinician

Stimulation

Capable
Yes

Connectivity

Protocols
—
Bluetooth
—
Bluetooth profiles
—
Concurrent mode
—
Encryption (transit)
—
Pairing methods
—
Cloud sync
No
Offline recording
No

Power

Sources
non-rechargeable
Battery life (active)
—
Charging port
—
Charging time
—
Battery replaceable
Yes
Notes
Battery-operated handheld stimulator.

Physical

Weight
240 g
Dimensions
—
Materials
—
Sizes
—
Head circumference
—
Operating temp
—

Software & data

Mobile app
No
Cloud platform
No
Offline mode
Yes
Subscription required
No
Raw data access
No
Export formats
—
LSL support
No
Data ownership
—
Apps
—

SDK & developer access

Has SDK
No
Open source
No
Languages
—
Web Bluetooth
No
Raw sample access
No
BCI paradigms
—
3rd-party integrations
—
Docs
—

Capabilities

Attention / focus
—
Meditation / calm
—
Neurofeedback
—
Meditation coaching
—
Sleep tracking
—

Regulatory & clinical

FDA status
510k
CE mark
—
Certifications
FDA 510(k) K020476 (iontophoresis indication)
Prescription required
Yes
Pediatric approved
—

Pricing & availability

MSRP
$449
Current price
—
Subscription
—
Warranty
—
Return policy (days)
—
Where to buy
Buy at caputron.com

Editor’s take

In favor

  • FDA-cleared (iontophoresis indication)
  • Constant-current accuracy with auto-ramp
  • Affordable vs. dedicated research tDCS rigs

Against

  • tDCS use is off-label / investigational
  • Stand-alone device — no host-PC integration

Sources & provenance

Last reviewed