DroneDeploy Ground App

DroneDeploy Ground App

360 Photo Jobsite Capture

32 ratings
52 reviews
Free

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  • Released
  • Updated
  • October 19, 2021
  • July 14, 2026

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Capture and manage ground-level project data for construction and industrial sectors. Document job sites with 360° photos and standard images, then sync to a platform for analysis and collaboration.

360° photo and walkthrough capture
Standard photo capture
Sync to DroneDeploy platform
Project data analysis and annotation
Team collaboration tools
Integration with industry tools
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What's New in DroneDeploy Ground App

2.274.0

July 14, 2026

- Continue an interrupted 3D scan after closing and reopening the app - The 3D scan camera preview now resumes reliably after the app returns from the background instead of showing a frozen view - Camera connection now fails fast with clear help within a few seconds when it can't join the camera's Wi-Fi, instead of waiting the full ~30-second timeout - Levels opened offline with no cached content now show a clear empty state and load automatically once you're back online - Added Cancel and Done buttons when editing field notes for easier text entry

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User reviews

ABSOLUTELY AWFUL

Freezes, lags, slow!

Response from developer

Thanks for the feedback. Freezing, lag, and slowness are real problems and we want to fix them. If you have a minute, reach out to support@dronedeploy.com with your device model and what you were doing when it froze. That helps us track down the specific cause.

Efficiency

Amazing app, makes life easy.

Response from developer

Thank you so much for the review! We are thrilled to hear that the Ground App is making your life easier on the job site. We have put a lot of work into improving the app's efficiency, and your feedback lets us know we are on the right track. Thanks for being part of the DroneDeploy community

Insta X4 air

Will there be a new update where the app will be compatible with the Insta X4 air?

Response from developer

Hi James35!, Thank you for reaching out with this question. We do not currently have plans to support the Insta X4 Air because it does not meet the hardware requirements necessary to support our Walk capture mode effectively. For the best experience and highest quality captures, we strongly recommend using the Insta X5 or the standard Insta X4. We want to ensure you have the most reliable tools for your site documentation. If you have any other hardware questions or have new ideas on features you would like to see, please reach out to us at support@dronedeploy.com. We are happy to help!

Smooth capture process

I have an older Insta X2 camera, but connection to camera is very smooth and I’m able to get to capturing panos quickly. I went out and did about 70 panos within a few minutes on a few levels and the upload worked without issues. Overall the app is responsive and snappy.

Response from developer

Hi Stargazer8008, thank you for the detailed five-star review! We are so glad to hear that your experience with the Insta X2 camera was smooth and that the app stayed responsive while capturing and uploading. We have worked hard to ensure that both new and legacy hardware perform reliably on our platform. Your feedback confirms that those efforts are paying off for our users in the field. Thank you for being a part of the DroneDeploy community and for sharing your positive experience!

PM

Overall I like this app for capturing pictures and documenting my project. Easy to use and works how it should. I would recommend this tool to other project teams.

Response from developer

Thank you so much for your kind words! Ease of use is something we really focus on, so it’s great to hear that DroneDeploy Ground is working well for you. If you ever have feedback or ideas to make it even better, please reach out to support@dronedeploy.com. We’d love to hear them!

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FAQ

What does the DroneDeploy Ground app do?

The DroneDeploy Ground app allows businesses in construction, engineering, and industrial sectors to capture and manage ground-level project data. It supports capturing 360° panoramas, 360° Walkthroughs, and standard photos, which are then synced to the DroneDeploy platform for processing, analysis, and collaboration.

What are the key features of the DroneDeploy Ground app?

Key features include the ability to capture 360° photos and walkthroughs using compatible 360 cameras, capture standard photos with your device's camera, and seamlessly sync all captures to the DroneDeploy platform. Once uploaded, users can collaborate, inspect, compare, and annotate project data.

Is the DroneDeploy Ground app free to use?

The DroneDeploy Ground app is a free companion tool for licensed DroneDeploy enterprise customers. A valid enterprise account with an active license or trial is required to upload and process captures.

What hardware is supported by the DroneDeploy Ground app?

The app supports various 360 cameras, including Insta360 X5, Insta360 X4, Insta360 RS 1-inch, Ricoh Theta X, and Ricoh Theta Z1. A complete list of supported hardware can be found on the DroneDeploy website.

How is the captured data used?

Captured data is synced to the DroneDeploy platform where it can be processed, shared, and analyzed. This allows teams to collaborate, inspect and annotate project data over time, and integrate with other industry tools like Procore and Autodesk Build.