3D Scanner App

3D Scanner App captures spaces and objects as full-color 3D scans on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Its modes include LiDAR scanning, RoomPlan for floor plans, TrueDepth for smaller detailed objects, and Photo Mode using Apple Object Capture photogrammetry. Users can refine and crop scans on device, use a virtual ruler and bounding boxes to calculate dimensions, and share scans through Share to Web. Scans can be shared as USDZ or exported in OBJ, GLTF, GLB, DAE, STL, PTS, PCD, PLY, XYZ, LAS, and DXF formats. Geo-referenced LAS point clouds can be exported to ArcGIS, and raw scan data can be transferred to Pix4D or Reality Capture. Scans can also be brought into Blender, 3ds Max, SketchUp, Maya, and other 3D modeling software. Example uses include real estate walkthroughs, architecture and measurement, product showcases, avatars, food menus, and advertising. The free version is available, and yearly premium is listed at $69.99 a year. Minimum requirements are iOS 14.1 or later on iPhone and iPad, and macOS 14.0 or later on Mac. The privacy policy says captured scans and imagery remain on the user’s device, though anonymized usage statistics may be sent to external services.

3D Scanner App combines several Apple capture modes with measurement tools and extensive export options. Check the device requirements and listed yearly premium price, and note that anonymized usage statistics may be transmitted.

3D Scanner App suits iPhone, iPad, and Mac users who need scans of spaces or objects for measurement, modeling, or product presentation. Its export options may also suit users working with supported 3D software or point-cloud tools.

Overview

3D Scanner App captures spaces and objects as full-color 3D scans on compatible Apple devices. It is best suited to people who need to move scans into modeling, mapping, or measurement workflows. The mix of capture methods and export formats is useful, but the Apple hardware requirements and yearly premium price make it a poor fit for casual users seeking an inexpensive cross-platform tool.

Key features

Capture options include LiDAR, RoomPlan for floor plans, TrueDepth for smaller detailed objects, and Photo Mode using Apple’s Object Capture photogrammetry API. That range helps match the method to the subject, while the reliance on Apple devices limits who can use each workflow. The app also supports real-time capture, mesh reconstruction, and point-cloud tools, and users can refine and crop scans on device.

Scans can be shared as USDZ or exported in OBJ, GLTF, GLB, DAE, STL, PTS, PCD, PLY, XYZ, LAS, and DXF. The breadth is a practical strength for users working across 3D applications: the app supports imports into Blender, 3ds Max, SketchUp, Maya, and other modeling software. Geo-referenced LAS point clouds can be exported to ArcGIS, and raw scan data can be transferred to Pix4D or Reality Capture.

Share to Web supports sharing, while a virtual ruler and bounding boxes help calculate width, length, and height. These tools extend the app’s usefulness to measurement and walkthrough work, although they do not make it a general-purpose platform for devices outside Apple’s ecosystem.

Pricing

The Basic plan is free and provides the free version of the app, making it the sensible starting point for occasional scanning or for checking compatibility before paying. Yearly premium costs $69.99 a year, billed yearly, for premium app features. The App Store listing shows yearly prices of $29.99 and $69.99; buyers should confirm the price offered to them before subscribing.

Enterprise is custom pricing and offers a custom end-to-end solution integrated with enterprise workflows and existing software. Professional / Whitelabel is also custom pricing, with a custom-branded scanning app and optional cloud services. These plans address organizations seeking a tailored deployment rather than an individual subscription; no seat counts, quotas, or trial terms are provided for them.

Platforms

The app supports iPhone, iPad, and Mac. The App Store listing requires iOS 14.1 or later on iPhone and iPad, and macOS 14.0 or later on Mac. That makes it an option for Apple users who meet those requirements, not for Android or Windows users.

Who it's for

Its capture and export range suits architecture and measurement work, real-estate walkthroughs, marketplace product showcases, and users creating avatars, food menus, or advertising material. It is particularly compelling when scans need to pass into modeling or mapping tools. Users who need a non-Apple workflow, or only scan occasionally and do not need premium features, should start with the free version or consider another platform.

Pros and cons

• Pro: Multiple capture modes cover spaces, floor plans, smaller detailed objects, and photo-based photogrammetry.
• Pro: A wide range of exports and named integrations support handoffs to modeling, GIS, and reconstruction tools.
• Pro: On-device refinement, measurement tools, and web sharing bring editing and practical sharing alongside capture.
• Con: Apple device and operating-system requirements exclude users outside its supported ecosystem.
• Con: The yearly premium price may be difficult to justify for occasional scanning, while the free plan’s feature limits are not described.

Alternatives

For a broader 3D Scanning Software shortlist, compare tools by device support, capture workflow, and export needs. Structure is worth considering for a paid SDK workflow: it has a seven-day free trial and supports Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, web, and Windows. JMStudio is a free alternative for 3DMakerpro scanner owners, with STL, OBJ, PLY, ASC, and RSCAN exports.

Polycam is another freemium choice for Android, iOS, and web users; its free tier limits space, object, and AI captures, with GLTF export and public-link sharing. Qlone offers free object scanning on iOS and macOS, while premium export, animated AR view, and 4K scanning require an upgrade. Revo Scan 6 is free on Android, iOS, macOS, and Windows for users with Revopoint 3D scanners.

Scaniverse may suit users who want Android, iOS, or web access and a free tier with 20,000 monthly credits, five seats, mobile capture, and FBX, SPZ, and PLY export. RealityScan is a freemium option for Android, iOS, Linux, and Windows users. Dot3D is an alternative for iOS devices with integrated LiDAR, with Dot3D Pro priced at $49 a month.

Verdict

Choose 3D Scanner App if you use compatible Apple devices and need several capture methods plus broad export and integration options for downstream 3D work. Its main advantage is how well it connects capture to modeling, GIS, and reconstruction workflows; its main drawback is the Apple-only scope and a $69.99 yearly premium plan that may not suit occasional users.