Capture real-world objects and spaces as 3D models with iPhone LiDAR
Category
Materials & Textures
Pricing
Freemium
Platform
iOS, Android
Updated
January 15, 2026
Polycam is the most accessible 3D scanning tool for architects thanks to its iPhone app that leverages the LiDAR scanner in iPhone 12 Pro and later models. For room-scale captures, Polycam produces an accurate 3D mesh in minutes — suitable for as-built reference models. For object capture (scanning a piece of furniture, a facade detail, a structural element), the photogrammetry mode produces high-detail 3D models from a series of photos. The AI processing cleans the mesh automatically, filling holes and smoothing jagged edges. Export formats include OBJ and FBX for SketchUp/Rhino, GLTF for web viewers, and point cloud formats for Revit. For small renovation projects where Matterport's subscription is overkill, Polycam provides a practical free alternative.
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