GE Voluson E8 vs GE Voluson S8 Touch

They differ on 6 lines of the comparison table. Among the differences: 3D imaging — Yes on the GE Voluson E8, Optional on the GE Voluson S8 Touch; 4D imaging — Yes on the GE Voluson E8, Optional on the GE Voluson S8 Touch; Tissue Doppler — Yes on the GE Voluson E8, Optional on the GE Voluson S8 Touch; Anatomical M-mode — Yes on the GE Voluson E8, Optional on the GE Voluson S8 Touch. The full table on this page lists every line where the two disagree, as stated in current listings.

In used condition the GE Voluson E8 is the cheaper of the two. Current offers put the GE Voluson E8 at $8,680–$36,800 in used condition and the GE Voluson S8 Touch at $18,300–$27,200 in used condition. These are ranges of current offers and move with configuration and age, so treat them as a starting point, not a price tag.

Both report OB/GYN, cardiology, vascular work, urology and general imaging, so for that work either one covers the task. The GE Voluson E8 additionally reports 3D imaging, 4D imaging and Tissue Doppler. We do not rank the two: beyond the specifications, the choice comes down to the configuration each supplier actually offers, the transducers included and the price you are quoted.