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LP360 vs Point Cloud Library
Both stand on point cloud software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan WebWindows
LP360 Drone brings local LiDAR and imagery processing together with classification, analysis, and export tools. Check the project-size limit and license terms, and note that cloud workflows are optional rather than required.
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PCL offers a broad set of point-cloud processing algorithms under a license that permits commercial and research use. Installation involves third-party dependencies, and the project warns readers about a hacked copy of its old website.
Visit Point Cloud LibraryThe facts
| LP360 | Point Cloud Library | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web, Windows | Android, Linux, Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | DJI L1/L2 Cloud batch processing: $620 a year | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 9 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | lp360.com | pointclouds.org |
| On point cloud software | #3 of 24 | #1 of 24 |
LP360: what it does well
- Provides synchronized 2D, 3D, and profile views.
- Includes LiDAR repair, filtering, and ground classification tools.
- Supports offline or air-gapped use.
- LPLAS files follow the ASPRS LAS specification.
What to know first
- The Drone license is for one device.
- Projects are limited to 10km².
- LP360 Drone costs $1,675 USD per year.
- Some cloud workflows may temporarily transfer data to third-party processors.
Point Cloud Library: what it does well
- Free for commercial and research use.
- Algorithms cover filtering, reconstruction and segmentation.
- Libraries can be compiled separately.
- Prebuilt binaries are available for Linux, Windows and macOS.
- Supports OpenNI 3D interfaces.
What to know first
- Installation requires third-party libraries.
- The project recommends package managers to simplify installation.
- The repository warns that a copy of the old website was hacked.
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