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Scaniverse - 3D Scanner

Scaniverse - 3D Scanner

Scan & share your world in 3D

12K ratings
744 reviews
🔧 Utilities
📷 Photo & Video
Free

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Released
December 17, 2020
Updated
October 19, 2026

Developer

Niantic Spatial, Inc.
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Capture your surroundings in high-quality 3D using your phone. Process scans directly on your device for privacy and speed. Share your creations globally on a map or export them for further use in 3D software.

✓On-device 3D Gaussian splatting
✓Fast and unlimited scanning
✓High-fidelity detail capture
✓Privacy-focused processing
✓Global sharing map
✓Multiple export formats (OBJ, FBX, GLB, USDZ, LAS, PLY, SPZ)
✓Explore 3D scans worldwide
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What users say about Scaniverse

Reviews of Scaniverse are mostly positive: the Photo & Video app is rated 4.8/5 from 12K App Store ratings. What users like most: fast and easy to use, intuitive interface. Top complaints: occasional processing errors, limited detail on small objects. Summarized from real user reviews.

Positive things

  • 🚀Fast and easy to use
  • 👍Intuitive interface
  • 🔓No ads or subscriptions
  • 💡Innovative scanning technology
  • 🤖Impressive AI-powered features
  • 🎨Excellent scan quality
  • 📤Convenient export options

Negative things

  • 🐛Occasional processing errors
  • 🔍Limited detail on small objects
  • 🗄️No backup/cloud sync for scans
  • 🔀Mesh quality can be inconsistent
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What's New in Scaniverse

5.2.9

October 19, 2026

What's new in Scaniverse: • Higher-quality splats on the latest iPhone and iPad models • Bug fixes and performance improvements

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User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Best scanner app

The only scanner app that works properly and it’s completely free
RRJ6560

Works surprisingly well

Was able to scan over 100 foot hallway with lots of side rooms and it just works
Bblarryg

That’s app is insane

This app is just best of all time lidar scanner for iphone, 5-star!
NNikozns

Best for speed and functionality

I’ve been using this for over 3 years and it has not been superseded by any other app for me I’ve tried others but for recording 3D it’s great as you process on the phone
KKnick354

Useless

Inaccurate scans, low quality, too many errors
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Reported Bugs

2 issues

Compatibility issues with newer devices

Bug

Crashes or freezes during scanning

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Requested Features

4 requests

Add measuring tools

Feature

Improve texture mapping

Feature

Enable desktop/web app support

Feature

Provide more editing/post-processing tools

Feature

FAQ

What does Scaniverse do?

Scaniverse is a mobile application that allows you to capture your surroundings in 3D using your phone's camera. It utilizes advanced on-device processing for fast and private 3D model creation, offering high fidelity to detail, lighting, and reflections.

What are the key features of Scaniverse?

Key features include free and unlimited on-device 3D Gaussian splatting, high-quality scan fidelity, privacy-focused processing without an internet connection, global sharing via a map, and export options for meshes and splats in various professional formats.

Is Scaniverse free to use?

Yes, Scaniverse is a free application. It offers free, fast, and unlimited on-device 3D Gaussian splatting without any hidden costs or subscriptions.

What devices is Scaniverse compatible with?

The app description implies compatibility with smartphones capable of performing on-device processing for 3D scanning. Specific device requirements are not detailed, but it leverages your phone's camera and processing power.

How can I use the 3D scans created with Scaniverse?

You can share your scans on a global map for others to explore, export high-quality cinematic videos to social media, or share a link for browser viewing. Additionally, meshes can be exported to 3D editing software, and splats can be exported for use with Niantic Studio.