# PIX4Dcatch: 3D scanner — 3D models from images & LiDAR > Mobile 3D scanner app for creating accurate models from images and LiDAR. (iPhone/iPad app by Pix4D.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Pix4D](https://appshunter.io/developer/952725638) - Category: Utilities, Lifestyle - Price: Free with in-app purchases - Rating: 4.66/5 from 261 App Store ratings · 39 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 18.0 · 192 MB - Languages: American English, Czech, French (France), German (Germany), Japanese, Korean, Chinese (Simplified, China), European Spanish, Chinese (Traditional, Taiwan) - Released: 2020-06-12 - Data updated: 2026-08-28 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044/reviews.md ## What is PIX4Dcatch? DIGITIZE REALITY Transform your mobile device into a powerful 3D scanner. Simply point and capture images and LiDAR data to create accurate 3D models ready for professional use. Pair with a compatible RTK device for centimeter-level accuracy, precise measurements, and geolocation. Visualize the captured model in the app, upload and export, and view it in AR. ____________________ WORKFLOW 1 – Scan & Capture Walk around your site. The app automatically gathers data and provides live feedback using iOS LiDAR, ensuring you capture every detail. For enhanced accuracy, use an RTK device compatible with PIX4Dcatch, PIX4D Autotags with a fully automated workflow, or combine both. 2 – Process, Analyze & Share Process your data by uploading to PIX4Dcloud for online analysis and sharing, or export to PIX4Dmatic for desktop processing. Both platforms offer a 15-day free trial. Projects can also be exported to third-party photogrammetry software. Measure spaces, document results, and enjoy all the benefits of a detailed 2D/3D model of your surroundings. 3 – View in AR Experience an immersive augmented-reality view. Display 3D models and GCPs directly in your phone camera in AR. ____________________ USE CASES • Digitize construction sites • Measure stockpiles and other objects • Document underground utilities • Digitize indoor and outdoor spaces with Autotags • Visualize and verify 3D models in AR in real time • Perform single-point measurements with RTK accuracy ____________________ COMPATIBILITY • Optimized for LiDAR-equipped devices • All ARKit-enabled devices • RTK devices: Emlid Reach RX, TopCon HiPer CR, Bad Elf Flex Mini, Bad Elf Flex, Trimble DA2, Leica Zeno FLX100 plus, viDoc ____________________ TIPS & SAFETY • Keep PIX4Dcatch up to date for optimal performance. • Operate only in safe environments. PIX4D is not liable for damage, injuries, or legal issues resulting from misuse of the app. ____________________ TERMS OF USE https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ ## Key features - 3D model creation from images and LiDAR - RTK device compatibility for centimeter accuracy - Live feedback during capture - Augmented reality (AR) model visualization - Cloud processing and desktop export options - Measurement and geolocation capabilities ## Pricing and in-app purchases Base price: Free. **Subscriptions** | Subscription | Price | Period | | --- | --- | --- | | PIX4Dcatch Professional | $159.00 | per month | ## Recent user reviews (10 of 39) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Fotogrammetria *2026-03-08, version 2.21.0* Per uso professionale ### 2/5 — Ottima ma cara *2026-02-22, version 2.20.1* L’app funziona egregiamente, l’ho provata con iPhone 17 pro . Però io non posso pagare 159 euro al mese per abbonamento base senza cloud. In due/tre anni di abbonamento mi compro un laser scanner slam con precisioni maggiori dell iPhone e senza costi fissi mensili , che io non sopporto !! ### 1/5 — What is price *2026-02-10* Has me create an account, essentially makes me agree to trial and all the while doesn’t seem to mention pricing. Now I have no idea if it’s going to start charging me and how to cancel!!! **Developer response:** Hi, thank you for your feedback. The free trial is for 14-days and during this time our support team will be happy to help. Contact them [here] (https://www.pix4d.com/support/) To keep using PIX4Dcatch and obtain a paid license please contact our [sales team](https://www.pix4d.com/contact/) The cancellation can be done at any time and if you cancel your subscription, it will not auto-renew, and you will not be billed at the end of the current billing cycle. Your feedback is very important to us. ### 4/5 — Compatibilty with generic NMEA GPSs *2026-01-22, version 2.20.0* Great idea… it’s a pity not be able to make it works with our GNSS (u-blox) Have you thought to make it possible to work with any GNSS , through NMEA Protocol ? It would be fantastic… ### 1/5 — Way to expensive *2026-01-16* To make a small 3D object you have to pay so much money! **Developer response:** Hi, thank you for your feedback. PIX4Dcatch is an app that turns your mobile device into a powerful, surveying tool with AR capabilities, we offer a free trial to test the capabilities and its potential. We understand that the subscription model may not meet everyone’s expectations, but we appreciate your input and continue to listen to our users. ### 3/5 — Intransparente Kostenstruktur *2025-09-18* Eigentlich bin ich sehr überzeugt von Pix4D Cloud. Aber wenn man die Kosten dafür in ein Angebot einkalkuliert, darf man nicht vergessen, die Kosten für das Credit Balance System mit anzusetzen! Ein Hinweis darauf wäre sehr hilfreich. Ich nutze Pix4D nur sporadisch, früher Pix4Dmapper. Der Vorteil von Pix4D Mapper gegenüber den Mitbewerbern war immer, dass man mit Discovery sehen konnte, ob ein Projekt funktioniert, dann eine volle Mapperlizenz mieten konnte, um es endgültig zu bearbeiten. Bei Pix4D Catch ist es umgekehrt. Man scannt draußen drauflos um dann später festzustellen, dass die 249€ für Cloud Advance bei weitem nicht ausreichen, weil dazu noch Credit Pakete in 100er Schritten dazukommen. (100 Credits sind inclusive) Wäre nicht schlecht, wenn das in der Shop-Beschreibung stünde.😉 **Developer response:** Hi, thank you for your input. PIX4Dcatch is the perfect terrestrial scanning tool to work with Pix4D desktop or cloud solutions. There are different plans and subscriptions for PIX4Dcloud and PIX4Dmatic, and you can find more information about them at our [online store](https://www.pix4d.com/pricing/) We appreciate your feedback and continue to listen to our users. ### 5/5 — Survey Tool *2025-09-16* I’ve been using this app for 2 years now as a surveyor. I find with the right workflow I consistently get survey grade results that I use for work. It’s also extremely useful as an additional survey tool to gather additional information that I may have missed on the day. **Developer response:** Hi, thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that PIX4Dcatch is helping you achieve accurate 3D scans and improving your workflow. Your feedback motivates us to continue improving the app. You can follow the continuous development in our technical release notes [here] (https://support.pix4d.com/hc/en-us/articles/360043445632) ### 1/5 — I have to pay to use my own photos?! Really? *2025-01-19, version 2.7.0* With the free version, they don’t allow you to download data generated with my hardware. It’s better to record a high-resolution video and extract the frames using any open-source software. Or simply use the competitors’ apps. It’s really frustrating because they used to allow it before. ### 2/5 — Emlid RX issues *2024-08-18* For the last 2 months this app has not been reliable with the Emlid RX. Either I crashes or it shows an SDK error. As a result, I have been unable to fully test the Pix4D+EmlidRX integration. **Developer response:** Hello, Thank you for your feedback. You can update to the latest PIX4Dcatch version, the issue should be fixed. Otherwise please reach out to the community channel (https://community.pix4d.com/c/pix4dcatch/93) to describe what you are experiencing. Thank you ### 1/5 — Expensive gold *2024-05-20* This app is extremely expensive but provides you with accurate 3d scans. I wish there was a way to export the 3d scans to a local device instead of uploading them to a cloud. ## Frequently asked questions about PIX4Dcatch ### What does PIX4Dcatch do? PIX4Dcatch transforms your mobile device into a 3D scanner. It captures images and LiDAR data to generate accurate 3D models of real-world environments. These models can be used for professional applications like construction site digitization, stockpile measurement, and underground utility documentation. ### What are the key features of PIX4Dcatch? Key features include the ability to create 3D models from images and LiDAR, compatibility with RTK devices for centimeter-level accuracy, live feedback during the scanning process, and augmented reality (AR) visualization of captured models. It also offers cloud processing and export options for further analysis and sharing. ### Is PIX4Dcatch free to use? The app itself is free to download and use for scanning. However, processing and advanced features, such as cloud analysis and desktop export, are available through PIX4Dcloud or PIX4Dmatic, which offer a 15-day free trial. In-app purchases may be required for continued access to these services. ### What devices are compatible with PIX4Dcatch? The app is optimized for LiDAR-equipped devices and all ARKit-enabled devices. It also supports various RTK devices for enhanced accuracy, including models from Emlid, TopCon, Bad Elf, Trimble, and Leica. ### What are common use cases for PIX4Dcatch? Common use cases include digitizing construction sites, measuring stockpiles and objects, documenting underground utilities, and capturing indoor and outdoor spaces. Users can also visualize and verify 3D models in AR in real-time and perform single-point measurements with RTK accuracy. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 2.25.3 — 2026-08-17 Bug fixes ### 2.25.2 — 2026-08-12 What’s new: • Enhanced depth mesh overlay in capture view. • Support for GCG05 and CR-2005 geoid models. • Organization specific settings for designated account roles. Improvements & Bug fixes: • Restored offline export support for all regions. • Fixed GCP transformation bug causing altitude discrepancies. • Fixed an issue about defining GPS origin that affected reconstructions in rare cases. ### 2.25.1 — 2026-07-30 Bug fixes ### 2.25.0 — 2026-07-23 What’s new: - Improved AR capture performance and stability. - Immersive staking feature, guiding to points in AR (3D) and on a map (2D) - You can now check your other apps while Catch projects upload in the background. - See your credit status and seat availability. - Added support for LN02 transformation for Trimble RTK. - Added support for importing CAL CRS files. Improvements & Bug fixes: - Improved RTK auto-reconnect and clearer disconnect error warnings. - RTK device ID bug: information is visible in the quality report again. - Improved UX in the capture and settings screen. - Fixed OPF processing error bug. - Fixed missing image metadata when saving projects. ### 2.24.1 — 2026-06-15 Bug fixes: - Fix for timing error ## Apps similar to PIX4Dcatch | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [RoomPlan - Interior 3D Scanner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/roomplan-interior-3d-scanner/id1658425563) | 4.1 (96) | Free | Utilities | | [Twindo (formerly Canvas)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/twindo-formerly-canvas/id1169235377) | 4.8 (1,083) | Free | Utilities | | [iVe-Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ive-mobile/id1318716827) | 4.6 (11) | Free | Utilities | | [3D LiDAR Scanner](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/3d-lidar-scanner/id1642329012) | 4.4 (177) | Free | Utilities | | [Airdata UAV](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/airdata-uav/id1486407422) | 3.8 (34) | Free | Utilities | | [Drone Harmony Mobile](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/drone-harmony-mobile/id1602698517) | 2.0 (6) | Free | Utilities | ## More apps by Pix4D - [Pix4Dcapture](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcapture/id953486050) - [ParrotFields](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/parrotfields/id1441287153) - [PIX4Dscan](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dscan/id1484078756) - [PIX4Dcapture Pro: drone flight](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcapture-pro-drone-flight/id1660064666) All apps by Pix4D: https://appshunter.io/developer/952725638 ## Related topics [downtowndc d360](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/downtowndc-d360) · [3d scan mesh](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/3d-scan-mesh) · [sitescape](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/sitescape) · [gaussian](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/gaussian) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-28.*