# Artec Remote vs PIX4Dcatch

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Artec Remote at none against PIX4Dcatch's 1. Artec Remote also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 18.0). PIX4Dcatch's advantage is update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months) and ratings volume (266 vs 2). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. PIX4Dcatch sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $159.00 per month. Artec Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

Artec Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PIX4Dcatch has 266 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

Artec Remote ships an update every 3 months, PIX4Dcatch every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 5, 2026 and October 24, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Artec Remote | PIX4Dcatch |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[5.0 (2 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artec-remote/id1398067054/reviews)** | [4.7 (266 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 2 | **266** |
| Positive reviews | — | 32.5% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 108 MB | 239 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 18.0 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Artec Group](https://appshunter.io/developer/444611715) | [Pix4D](https://appshunter.io/developer/952725638) |

## What reviewers say

### Artec Remote

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/artec-remote/id1398067054)

Control your 3D scanner remotely from your mobile device. Start scans, preview results, adjust settings, and manage your scanner's status and Artec products. Access tech support and share feedback.

**Highlights:** Remote scanner control, Wireless connection via WiFi, Scan preview on mobile device, Adjustable scan settings, Scanner status monitoring, Tech support access, Manage Artec products

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### PIX4Dcatch

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pix4dcatch-3d-scanner/id1511483044)

Transform your mobile device into a powerful 3D scanner. Capture images and LiDAR data to create accurate 3D models for professional use. Visualize, measure, and share your creations in AR.

**Highlights:** 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

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| PIX4Dcatch Professional | $159.00 | per month |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Great idea for photogrammetry
- 🚀 Works well for professional use
- 👍 Consistently gets survey grade results
- 👍 Useful as an additional survey tool
- 👍 Amazing, game changer

**What reviewers complain about**

- 💰 Very expensive subscription
- 💰 High monthly subscription cost
- 💰 Way too expensive for small objects
- 💰 Unclear cost structure
- 💰 Credits add up unexpectedly

**Reported bugs**

- App crashes or shows SDK error with Emlid RX
- Upload doesn't work for Dropbox or OneDrive
- Mesh doesn't display like past versions
- Cannot build an accurate model
- App locks out

**Requested features**

- Make it possible to work with any GNSS through NMEA Protocol
- Export GCP's in GPS coordinates as well
- Add instructions or tips
- Allow export to local device instead of cloud
- Allow export of images to PC for free


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Artec Remote free?

Artec Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is PIX4Dcatch free?

PIX4Dcatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Artec Remote or PIX4Dcatch?

Artec Remote is rated higher. Artec Remote averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while PIX4Dcatch averages 4.7 from 266 ratings.

### Do Artec Remote or PIX4Dcatch have ads?

Neither Artec Remote nor PIX4Dcatch shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Artec Remote or PIX4Dcatch?

Artec Remote ships an update every 3 months, and PIX4Dcatch every 2 weeks. Most recently, Artec Remote was updated on October 5, 2026 and PIX4Dcatch on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*