Comparison

Trimble SiteVision vs vSite Scan

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

Head to head
About

Trimble SiteVision

Visualize digital designs in the real world with augmented reality. Collaborate with your team to detect errors, capture issues with AR photos, and measure progress. Supports various industry data formats and offline work.

Highlights
  • Augmented reality visualization
  • Error detection and conflict resolution
  • AR site photo capture
  • Cloud-enabled collaboration
  • Progress and as-built measurements
  • Offline support
  • Support for BIM, CAD, and GIS data
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Trimble® SiteVision® is a real-time, in-field visualization and reality capture for collaborating on project progress and detecting design changes or conflicts. Choose your hardware configuration to collect images, GNSS points, EDM points or LiDAR scans. Work with SiteVision indoors, or outdoors in conjunction with a Trimble HPS2 handle or Trimble Catalyst DA2 receiver for high precision GNSS workflows. Key Features • Reality capture - capture georeferenced 3D scans (requires LiDAR enabled iPhone Pro or iPad Pro) • Visualization tools - use AR to view your 3D model data on site and in context, utilizing transparency, cross-section, and fishbowl tools. • Capture issues - take augmented reality site photos to clearly communicate issues & share them with industry standard BCF Topic support. • Cloud enabled collaboration - share project data with Trimble Connect, cloud-based common data environment and collaboration platform. • Measurements - measure and record progress and as-built information such as positions, lengths, and areas • Offline support - work offline then sync later to Trimble Connect • Supports a wide range of industry workflows and data formats: • common BIM data via Trimble Connect - IFC, NWD/NWC, RVT, SKP, DWG, TRB, Tekla • CAD data from Trimble Business enter, Civil3D, OpenRoads, Novapoint, LandXML • GIS data via Trimble Maps and OGC Web Feature Services • Support for precision GNSS workflows enabled by Trimble RTX and VRS services or internet base stations for global correction service coverage

About

vSite Scan

Features
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Simplify reality capture and enhance project workflows with vSite Scan—the ultimate tool for capturing, validating, and sharing site conditions. With its intuitive design and seamless integration into the vSite platform, vSite Scan empowers teams to stay connected, informed, and productive at every stage of the project. Capture. Upload. Analyze. Effortlessly scan site conditions, upload them directly to vSite, and unlock powerful features like as-built verification, progress tracking, and augmented reality (AR) visualization. Streamline project documentation and decision-making with real-time updates and unparalleled precision. Key Features: • Effortless Reality Capture: Quickly capture highly accurate scans of site conditions for detailed documentation and AI-powered analysis. • One-Click Documentation: Simplify workflows by instantly capturing and uploading scans for integration into reports and AR visualizations. • As-Built Verification: Ensure designs align with real-world conditions using intuitive validation tools. • Progress Tracking: Monitor and document project updates in real-time, keeping all stakeholders informed and aligned. • Seamless Integration with vSite: Upload scans directly from the field to the vSite platform, ensuring accessibility and collaboration from anywhere. • Enhanced Collaboration: Combine scans with GIS and BIM data to create actionable insights and foster team alignment. • Portable and Efficient: Optimized for iOS devices, delivering advanced capabilities without the need for extra hardware. vSite Scan redefines how projects are documented and managed. Whether you’re capturing reality, validating as-built conditions, or tracking progress, this app transforms complex workflows into effortless processes, ensuring better outcomes for your team. Elevate your projects today with vSite Scan. Download now and take control of your site management!

Screenshots

Trimble SiteVision4 screens
vSite Scan4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: vSite Scan at every 2 weeks against Trimble SiteVision's every 3 months. On price, ads, 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. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Trimble SiteVision ships an update every 3 months, vSite Scan every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 20, 2026 and August 20, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Trimble SiteVision versus vSite Scan: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTrimble SiteVisionvSite Scan
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (6 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews0.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsEvery 2 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.0 — better16.1
Further details — not scored
Size255 MB77 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperTrimble Inc.vGIS Inc.

In-app purchases

None

Trimble SiteVision

No in-app purchases

None

vSite Scan

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Trimble SiteVision free?
Trimble SiteVision is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is vSite Scan free?
vSite Scan is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Trimble SiteVision or vSite Scan have ads?
Neither Trimble SiteVision nor vSite Scan shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Trimble SiteVision or vSite Scan?
Trimble SiteVision ships an update every 3 months, and vSite Scan every 2 weeks. Most recently, Trimble SiteVision was updated on September 20, 2026 and vSite Scan on August 20, 2026.

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