Comparison

PIX4Dcatch vs AR CUT & PASTE

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

Head to head
About

PIX4Dcatch

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
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Digitize Reality: Transform your mobile device into a powerful 3D scanner. Simply point and record to create professional-grade 3D models. Pair with a compatible RTK device for centimeter-level accuracy, precise measurements, and geolocated 3D reconstructions. Visualize the captured model in the app, upload and export, and view it in AR. New ArcGIS Workflow: PIX4Dcatch now streams ArcGIS data in realtime in AR to provide in-field operators full contextual information about the entire site including 3D reconstructions and attributes. Our capture feature generates complete and defensible georeferenced 3D reconstructions which can be communicated seamlessly back to ArcGIS. New Guide-To Feature: PIX4Dcatch has a guide-to feature directing users to specified geolocated assets for staking, boosting onsite efficiency and accuracy. Just select the point or reconstruction you would like to find and follow the arrows 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 14-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 points 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 (Pro series phones) • All ARKit-enabled devices • RTK devices: Emlid Reach RX and RX2, TopCon HiPer CR, Bad Elf Flex Mini, Bad Elf Flex, Trimble DA2, Leica Zeno FLX100 ____________________ TERMS OF USE https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

AR CUT & PASTE

This utility app allows users to copy and paste real-world objects into augmented reality environments using LiDAR scanning. Save your creations as OBJ files. Requires specific iPad Pro or iPhone 12 Pro models.

Highlights
  • Copy and paste objects in AR
  • Utilizes LiDAR scanner
  • Save files in OBJ format
  • Requires specific devices
  • Augmented reality integration
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COPY and PASTE objects in AR by iPad Pro with LiDAR scanner. # This app uses the LiDAR scanner on the iPad Pro. # It does not work on anything other than the iPad Pro 11-inch 2nd generation, iPad Pro 12.9-inch 4th generation, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max. # It is free, but you will see ads. # It is now possible to save the file in OBJ format. (The file is saved in the Files app of OS.)

Screenshots

PIX4Dcatch4 screens
AR CUT & PASTE3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: PIX4Dcatch at 4.7 against AR CUT & PASTE's 2.1. PIX4Dcatch also leads on ads (none vs shown) and ratings volume (262 vs 8). AR CUT & PASTE's advantage is monetization model (ad-supported vs free with in-app purchases) and iOS requirement (12.0 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, in-app purchases and device support 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. PIX4Dcatch sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $159.00 per month and AR CUT & PASTE sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

PIX4Dcatch holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 2.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: PIX4Dcatch has 262 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 33% of PIX4Dcatch's written reviews are positive against 22% of AR CUT & PASTE's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Both ship on a similar rhythm, roughly fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and June 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
PIX4Dcatch versus AR CUT & PASTE: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterPIX4DcatchAR CUT & PASTE
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (262 ratings) — better2.1 (8 ratings)
Positive reviews32.5% of reviews — better22.2% of reviews
Number of ratings262 — better8
Update frequencyFortnightlyFortnightly
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesAd-supported — better
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS18.012.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size320 MB108 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperPix4DMujuryoku Inc.

Customer experience

PIX4Dcatch

All ratings262 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral1.5%
Negative6.5%
Written reviews40 reviews
Positive32.5%
Neutral7.5%
Negative60.0%

AR CUT & PASTE

All ratings8 ratings
Positive25.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative75.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive22.2%
Neutral0.0%
Negative77.8%

Bugs and requests

PIX4Dcatch

Reported bugs

18 issues
  • 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
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  • Outputs contradict (geo tags vs GCP coordinates)
  • Cannot log into Pix account inside the app (keyboard issue)
  • Does not recognize license
  • Stopped uploading
  • Photos stored in app, impossible to get if not uploading
  • Create account impossible
  • Cannot register
  • Cannot get contact without registration
  • App unbrauchbar (unusable)
  • Trial cannot be cancelled
  • Scan took 4 days to process
  • Fatal results
  • Slow and annoying

Requested features

6 requests
  • 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
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  • Allow testing of 3D generation with a limit of pictures or generated 3Ds for free

AR CUT & PASTE

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

PIX4Dcatch

Subscriptions1
  • PIX4Dcatch Professional14 Days trial$159.001 Month
1 purchases

AR CUT & PASTE

One-time1
  • 広告非表示$0.99

Questions

Is PIX4Dcatch free?
PIX4Dcatch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is AR CUT & PASTE free?
AR CUT & PASTE is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, PIX4Dcatch or AR CUT & PASTE?
PIX4Dcatch is rated higher. PIX4Dcatch averages 4.7 out of 5 from 262 ratings, while AR CUT & PASTE averages 2.1 from 8 ratings.
Do PIX4Dcatch or AR CUT & PASTE have ads?
AR CUT & PASTE shows ads; PIX4Dcatch does not.
Which is updated more often, PIX4Dcatch or AR CUT & PASTE?
PIX4Dcatch ships an update fortnightly, and AR CUT & PASTE fortnightly. Most recently, PIX4Dcatch was updated on September 24, 2026 and AR CUT & PASTE on June 1, 2026.

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