Comparison

ScanAce vs Precis3D

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

Head to head
About

ScanAce

Features
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ScanAce is a professional 3D scanning app for surveyors, construction and utility workers, archeologists, architects, and GIS professionals. It turns your smartphone or tablet into a handheld imaging laser scanner and allows you to precisely capture the reality around you and generate accurate 3D models for planning, documentation or digital twins.Β  All processing is done on your device, no other services or cloud connections are needed. It is using Augmented Reality and SLAM positioning technology on your iPhone or iPad. You can connect your RTK GNSS to achieve a precise georeference. Features: - 3D scanning - Standard mode: 350.000 points/second - Extreme high mode: 1.000.000 points/second - 3D-model viewer - Geo-reference your scan and share with the GeoAce app - Export the RGB point cloud in E57, LAS, LAZ formats - Export textured 3D-model to OBJ, USDZ formats The Free version includes all the above features, except the geo-referencing function and scanning is limited to one recording of maximum 20 sΒ  every 15 min. All new users can evaluate the Professional subscription (no limitations) 7 days for free. For further information: β€’ScanAce Privacy Policy: https://its-geo.eu/Privacy.html β€’ ScanAce Terms and Conditions: https://its-geo.eu/terms-of-service.html

About

Precis3D

Features
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Precis3D is a full-scale precision 3D scanning app for iOS. It uses your device's LiDAR and camera to capture physical objects in real-time, then reconstructs them into high-quality 3D models with up to 0.1–0.3mm precision. Key Features: β€’ LiDAR + Photogrammetry Fusion: Combines depth and visual data for optimal reconstruction β€’ Smart Capture Guidance: Real-time spherical coverage tracking with a HUD overlay β€’ Export to Multiple Formats: STL, 3MF, OBJ, USDZ, PLY β€’ Export Limits: 1 free USDZ export per day; premium STL/3MF/OBJ exports available via in-app purchase β€’ Auto Frame Quality Assessment: Filters out blurry or over/under-exposed shots before reconstruction Requirements: - iPhone 12 Pro or newer (LiDAR required) - iOS 17.0+ No account required. No ads. No data collection. https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

ScanAce4 screens
Precis3D3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: Precis3D at every 9 days against ScanAce's every 4 months. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

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

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. ScanAce sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $49.99 per month and Precis3D sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScanAce ships an update every 4 months, Precis3D every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 4, 2026 and October 7, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference Β· 5 level
ScanAce versus Precis3D: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScanAcePrecis3D
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 9 days β€” better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPad β€” betteriPhone
Requires iOS16.6 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size106 MB4 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperITS Geo Solutions GmbHεΏ—ζ ‡ εΌ 

In-app purchases

2 purchases

ScanAce

Subscriptions2
  • Professional - Monthly$49.991 Month
  • Professional - Annual$399.991 Year
1 purchases

Precis3D

Subscriptions1
  • ζœˆεΊ¦ζ— ι™ε―Όε‡Ί$4.991 Month

Questions

Is ScanAce free?
ScanAce is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Precis3D free?
Precis3D is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ScanAce or Precis3D have ads?
Neither ScanAce nor Precis3D shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ScanAce or Precis3D?
ScanAce ships an update every 4 months, and Precis3D every 9 days. Most recently, ScanAce was updated on October 4, 2026 and Precis3D on October 7, 2026.

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