Comparison

Artec Remote vs Recon

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Artec Remote

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
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The Artec Remote app is your go-to portable scanner controller, seamlessly connecting to your Artec Ray I or Ray II 3D scanner via WiFi. Simply tap to scan objects using any mobile device, whether it's a tablet or smartphone, and effortlessly save scans to the scanner's USB flash drive. Plus, easily manage all your Artec products, reach out for direct tech support, or share your suggestions. MAIN FEATURES For Ray II The Artec Remote app serves as your essential companion for hassle-free scanning with the Ray II scanner. It allows users to establish an instant wireless connection with the scanner, start scanning with a single tap, and quickly preview the scans on their mobile device or tablet. Make full use of advanced optimization options, enabling you to customize scanner settings, adjust resolution, fine-tune image capturing and more, for optimal results. The app also conveniently reminds users about remaining memory and battery capacity before starting a scan. New features for Ray II: - View your scanning projects in detail - Zoom in to explore and manipulate the created point clouds Scanner settings optimized for Ray II: - Position visual tracking For Ray I With your Ray I scanner, there’s plenty you can do, too: - Capture high-precision 3D data from large objects or scenes - Establish an instant connection with your scanner, either automatically or manually - Adjust scan resolution - Capture images while scanning For all Artec 3D Scanners For any Artec 3D scanner whether bought or rented, you can get specialized assistance and quick tips to enhance your scanning process. - Monitor your scanner status, battery charge, and available disk space - Reset your MyArtec password if needed - View and manage all your Artec scanners and watch videos from Artec 3D dedicated to each specific scanner - Access the full history of your Artec Studio licenses grouped according to version - Create support requests and track them – either select a relevant ticket or simply add a new one! - Directly send a message to tech support, whether it's a quick idea or detailed feedback - Explore the interactive map feature to locate nearby Artec 3D partners across the globe

About

Recon

Capture accurate 3D data using photogrammetry and your device's lidar sensor. Process data locally for privacy or in the cloud. Includes optional scaling with April Tags and exports in e57 format for further analysis.

Highlights
  • Photogrammetry and lidar fusion
  • Cloud or on-device processing
  • Optional April Tag scaling
  • e57 format export
  • Privacy-focused local processing
Features
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Recon-3D is a scanning application that fuses photogrammetry and the lidar sensor on the iPhone/iPad Pro. The data can be processed on the cloud or in case of sensitive data, directly on the device only with no data transmitted over the internet. The app provides optional scaling via April Tags which immediately adjusts the scale of the 3D model to match real-world reference measurements. The data can be exported to other programs for inspection, analysis and visualization in e57 format. Privacy Policy: https://www.recon-3d.com/privacypolicy Terms of Use: https://www.recon-3d.com/termsandconditions

Screenshots

Artec Remote4 screens
Recon4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Artec Remote at none against Recon's 5. Recon's advantage is ratings volume (277 vs 2). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Recon sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $99.99 per month. Artec Remote asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Artec Remote holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Recon has 277 ratings behind it against 2, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

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

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Artec Remote versus Recon: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterArtec RemoteRecon
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better4.8 (277 ratings)
Positive reviews—75.0% of reviews
Number of ratings2277 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 months — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size108 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperArtec GroupRecon-3D Inc.

Customer experience

Artec Remote

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Recon

All ratings275 ratings
Positive96.4%
Neutral0.7%
Negative2.9%
Written reviews24 reviews
Positive75.0%
Neutral4.2%
Negative20.8%

Bugs and requests

Artec Remote

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

Recon

Reported bugs

7 issues
  • Program crashes when hitting save
  • App requires update in rural areas without data
  • Camera is laggy and slow to update screen after update
  • Permission problems block app usage
  • App shows 'Oops' screen asking for permission despite all permissions granted
Show 2 more
  • Sign up process is not working
  • Password recovery is not working

Requested features

1 request
  • Tool for measuring in the app

In-app purchases

None

Artec Remote

No in-app purchases

5 purchases

Recon

Subscriptions2
  • Recon3D One Month Subscription$99.991 Month
  • Recon3D 1 Year Subscription$599.991 Year
One-time3
  • 5 Additional Uploads$49.99
  • 10 Additional Uploads$79.99
  • Recon3D 1 Year Subscription$299.99

Questions

Is Artec Remote free?
Artec Remote is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Recon free?
Recon is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Artec Remote or Recon?
Artec Remote is rated higher. Artec Remote averages 5.0 out of 5 from 2 ratings, while Recon averages 4.8 from 277 ratings.
Do Artec Remote or Recon have ads?
Neither Artec Remote nor Recon shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Artec Remote or Recon?
Artec Remote ships an update every 3 months, and Recon every 2 months. Most recently, Artec Remote was updated on October 5, 2026 and Recon on October 24, 2026.

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