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What is Polycam?

Polycam is a cross-platform AI-powered 3D scanning and reality capture tool designed for professionals across industries. Built by Polycam Inc., it solves the problem of quickly and accurately capturing real-world spaces, objects, and environments in 3D without specialized hardware. Core capabilities include LiDAR and photogrammetry scanning, AI-assisted floor plan generation, drone mapping, and object modeling. The tool supports multiple capture modes: spatial object scanning, floor plan creation, aerial drone processing, and full interior/exterior documentation. Users can measure distances, calculate areas, generate walkthroughs, and export models in various formats (OBJ, FBX, GLTF, etc.). Polycam is trusted by half of the Fortune 500 and fits workflows in architecture, engineering, construction, forensics, product design, media, and more. It offers a free 7-day Business trial and works on iOS, Android, and web platforms.

AI Tool Review Summary

Performance Score

4.5/5

Content/Output Quality

High, consistent, and on-brand

Interface

Clean and minimal

AI Technology
LLMComputer VisionPhotogrammetry
Purpose of Tool

AI-powered 3D scanning and reality capture for professionals to document, measure, and design real-world environments.

Compatibility

iOS, Android, and web; integrates with CAD, BIM, and 3D modeling software via export formats.

Pricing

Freemium with paid tiers

Features

Features with the highest value for users are highlighted here.

AI-assisted photogrammetry and LiDAR capture

Instant floor plan generation and measurement

Cross-platform support (iOS, Android, Web)

Drone mapping for expansive 3D models

Collaborative sharing and team workflows

AI texture and 3D model generation

Object, spatial, and aerial scanning modes

Integration with CAD and game engines

Who Is It For?

Architects

Construction Managers

Forensic Investigators

Product Designers

Media & Entertainment Professionals

Real Estate Agents

Facility Managers

Drone Operators

Small Business Owners

Educators & Researchers

Pricing

Free

$0/free
  • Limited captures per month
  • Basic export formats
  • Community access
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Pro

$19.99/monthly
  • Unlimited captures
  • All export formats
  • Floor plan generation
  • Drone processing

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Versatile scanning modes for objects, interiors, and aerial captures.
  • AI-powered features accelerate documentation and measurement tasks.

Cons

  • Free tier limited; full features require subscription.
  • LiDAR scanning requires compatible iOS device.

FAQs

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