3D Scanner App

Overview

3D Scanner App captures spaces and objects as full-color 3D scans on compatible Apple devices. It is best for users who want multiple capture methods and broad export options for established 3D workflows. Its reach across LiDAR, photogrammetry, and measurement is compelling, but access is limited to Apple platforms and premium features cost extra.

Key features

Capture choices include LiDAR, RoomPlan for floor plans, TrueDepth for smaller detailed objects, and Photo Mode using Apple’s Object Capture photogrammetry API. This range lets users choose a method suited to the subject, while the Apple-specific requirements rule out people working on other platforms. The app also supports real-time capture, point-cloud tools, and mesh reconstruction.

Scans can be refined and cropped on device, shared as USDZ, or exported in OBJ, GLTF, GLB, DAE, STL, PTS, PCD, PLY, XYZ, LAS, and DXF. The breadth is useful when a project has to move between modeling tools: the app names Blender, 3ds Max, SketchUp, and Maya as examples. Geo-referenced LAS point clouds can be exported to ArcGIS, while raw scan data can be transferred to Pix4D or Reality Capture.

Share to Web supports presentation, and a virtual ruler plus bounding boxes help calculate width, length, and height. These tools make the app relevant to measurement and walkthroughs as well as object capture. The product’s examples also include product showcases, architecture, avatars, food menus, and advertising.

Captured scans and imagery stay on the user’s device rather than being shared with third parties. The app may collect anonymous usage statistics and periodically send aggregated, anonymized statistics to external services. Its privacy policy says access to information is limited to authorized employees and contractors who need it to operate, develop, or improve the app.

Pricing

The Basic version is free, making it the sensible starting point for occasional scanning or for checking whether the supported capture methods suit a project. The published pricing also includes a Yearly premium plan at $69.99 a year, billed yearly, for premium app features. The App Store listing shows yearly prices of $29.99 and $69.99; because the plan details identify the $69.99 price, confirm the applicable offer before subscribing.

Enterprise and Professional / Whitelabel both use custom pricing. Enterprise offers a custom end-to-end solution integrated with enterprise workflows and existing software. Professional / Whitelabel provides a custom-branded scanning app with optional cloud services. These are aimed at organizations needing tailored deployment rather than individual scanning; contact Laan Labs for pricing.

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. Those thresholds make compatibility worth checking before choosing it, particularly for older devices.

Who it's for

Choose 3D Scanner App if you work in Apple’s ecosystem and need to capture varied subjects, measure dimensions, or move scans into other 3D software. Its export formats and named integrations suit users with workflows spanning modeling, GIS, or photogrammetry tools. It is a weaker fit for users who need broad platform support or only scan occasionally and do not need premium features.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Multiple capture methods cover spaces, floor plans, and smaller objects, rather than relying on one scanning approach.
• Pros: A wide set of export formats and named software integrations can ease handoff into modeling, GIS, and photogrammetry workflows.
• Pros: On-device scan and imagery storage offers a clear privacy advantage for captured material.
• Cons: Apple-only platform support and minimum OS versions exclude users on other systems and some older devices.
• Cons: The premium plan is billed yearly, so the free version is the lower-commitment choice for occasional use.

Alternatives

For more options, browse 3D Scanning Software.

• Structure is a paid alternative with a seven-day free trial and a free SDK Developer License for experimentation and prototyping.
• JMStudio is worth considering if you use 3DMakerpro scanners and want free software that exports STL, OBJ, PLY, ASC, and RSCAN.
• MeshInspector is a freemium option for Linux, macOS, web, and Windows users who want mesh and point-cloud viewing and editing tools.
• RealityScan is a freemium alternative available on Android, iOS, Linux, and Windows; its free plan covers eligible individuals and small businesses under $1 million USD in revenue, educational institutions, and students.
• Revo Scan 6 provides free scanning and post-processing software for Revopoint 3D scanners.
• MeshLab is a free, open-source mesh processing and editing system for Linux, macOS, and Windows.
• Polycam is another freemium option for Android, iOS, and web users; its free plan has limited space, object, and AI captures, with GLTF exports and public link sharing.
• Scaniverse is a freemium alternative for Android, iOS, and web, with mobile capture and exports including FBX, SPZ, and PLY on its free plan.

Verdict

3D Scanner App is a strong choice for Apple users who need flexible capture modes, measurements, and exports that fit into other 3D workflows. Its main advantage is the combination of capture variety and format breadth; look elsewhere if you need non-Apple support or prefer not to pay yearly for premium features.