Noldus EthoVision XT
EthoVision XT is a legacy video tracking system by Noldus. Looking for next-generation behavioral analysis? Explore ConductVision AI →
| detection_methods | 4 distinct detection methods available |
| tracking_capabilities | Real-time or recorded footage tracking |
| behavioral_recognition | Digging, drinking, feeding, grooming, hopping, rearing with and without support, sniffing, and resting |
| deployment_sites | Over 2000 research sites worldwide |
| validation | Thousands of publications in esteemed journals |
| camera_setup | Mounted overhead video camera for rodent mazes |
EthoVision XT by Noldus Information Technology is a video tracking system for automated analysis of animal movement and behavior. Deployed across over 2,000 research sites worldwide, it has been a standard tool in behavioral neuroscience for quantifying locomotor activity, zone-based metrics, and behavioral patterns in preclinical research.
However, the field of behavioral tracking has advanced significantly. Researchers today need higher precision, broader species support, and modern AI-powered analysis that legacy systems were not designed to deliver.
What EthoVision XT Does
EthoVision XT uses video-based tracking algorithms to follow animal subjects via overhead-mounted cameras. It offers four detection methods, tracks body points (nose, center, tail base), and recognizes behavioral patterns including grooming, rearing, feeding, and locomotion. The system supports real-time tracking and post-hoc analysis of recorded video.
Common applications include open field tests, maze-based learning and memory tasks, anxiety and depression assays, and behavioral pharmacology studies.
The Next Generation: ConductVision AI
ConductVision is a modern behavioral analysis platform built from the ground up with machine learning and computer vision. It delivers capabilities that legacy tracking systems cannot match:
| Capability | EthoVision XT | ConductVision AI |
|---|---|---|
| Pose estimation precision | Standard body-point tracking | 95–99% frame-level keypoint accuracy |
| Real-time processing speed | Variable | 30+ FPS on consumer GPUs |
| Multi-animal identity tracking | Limited | >98% identity preservation |
| 3D multi-camera tracking | Add-on module | Built-in |
| Pre-configured behavioral paradigms | Manual setup | 34 paradigms ready to use |
| Species support | Primarily rodents | 10+ species (rodents, zebrafish, drosophila, avian, reptile) |
| Unsupervised behavior discovery | No | Yes — AI finds novel behaviors |
| NIH DMS compliance | Manual documentation | Built-in compliance tools |
| Hardware integration | Noldus ecosystem | Open — operant chambers, mazes, signal sync |
| Runs locally (no cloud required) | Yes | Yes |
| Pricing | ~$3,000+ per license | From $1,490/year or $3,990 for 5 years |
Ready to Upgrade Your Behavioral Analysis?
ConductVision AI delivers higher precision, broader species support, and modern AI-powered analysis — at a lower cost than legacy systems.
Switching from EthoVision to ConductVision
Labs currently using EthoVision XT can transition to ConductVision with zero downtime. Our enterprise migration assistance includes:
- Data format compatibility — Import your existing tracking data and experimental configurations
- Protocol mapping — Your current experimental paradigms map directly to ConductVision's 34 pre-configured templates
- Training and onboarding — Dedicated support to get your lab running quickly
- Free trial — Test ConductVision with your own data before committing
Trusted by Leading Research Institutions
ConductVision is used at labs across UConn, Stanford, Boston University, Emory, and Arizona State University. Researchers choose ConductVision for its precision, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness compared to legacy tracking platforms.
Still need EthoVision specifically? Noldus Information Technology sells EthoVision XT directly through their website at noldus.com. However, we recommend evaluating ConductVision first — most labs find it exceeds their requirements at a fraction of the cost. Start a free trial →
detection_methods
- 4 distinct detection methods available
tracking_capabilities
- Real-time or recorded footage tracking
behavioral_recognition
- Digging, drinking, feeding, grooming, hopping, rearing with and without support, sniffing, and resting
deployment_sites
- Over 2000 research sites worldwide
validation
- Thousands of publications in esteemed journals
camera_setup
- Mounted overhead video camera for rodent mazes
arena_compatibility
- Any maze or recording environment
data_parameters
- Distance covered, velocity, trajectory, and zone visits
Behavioral Construct
- locomotor activity
- exploratory behavior
- anxiety-like behavior
- spatial navigation
- grooming behavior
- stereotypic behavior
- motor coordination
Automation Level
- fully-automated
Species
- Mouse
Research Domain
- Anxiety and Depression
- Behavioral Pharmacology
- Learning and Memory
- Neurodegeneration
- Neuroscience
- Toxicology
Weight
- 44.09 lbs
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