Comparison

ARKAD SCAN vs Scanmed

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

Head to head
About

ARKAD SCAN

Features
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This app uses the Structure SDK / TrueDepth camera for 3D scanning. Supported device list (updated regularly): https://techmed3d.zohodesk.com/portal/en/kb/articles/minimun-device-requirements Arkad Scan, what is it? It’s the application dedicated to the professionals of orthopedics, podiatry, and orthopedic insoles. With the Arkad Scan application, you can digitize different imprints taking, you will find an ergonomic and intuitive interface to make your 3D scans from your iPad equipped with the Structure Sensor Pro or from your iPhone (X or more). Scan in less than 20 seconds the feet of your patients in load or in unload. Be free to choose the method that best suits you for quick acquisition of your measurements. The different technologies proposed by this application will allow you to obtain an accurate result for the first step of the design of your orthopedic insoles. The scan of your patient will be very quickly ready to be used for the modeling of your insoles. From Arkad Soft, find your different scans and transfer these files directly via the Wi-Fi connection. Make a perfect scan of your patients' feet from your iPhone and/or iPad in a few seconds!

About

Scanmed

This medical imaging tool captures high-resolution 3D scans of the thorax. It's designed for assessing and monitoring chest wall deformities like Pectus Excavatum and Carinatum, transforming an iPad into a precision scanner.

Highlights
  • High-resolution 3D thorax scans
  • Pectus Excavatum and Carinatum assessment
  • Generate accurate 3D meshes
  • Optimized for chest wall geometry
  • Seamless Structure Sensor integration
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Scanmed app is a specialized medical imaging tool designed to capture high-resolution 3D scans of the thorax. Developed specifically for the assessment and monitoring of chest wall deformities, Scanmed app provides a streamlined workflow for clinicians dealing with Pectus Excavatum and Pectus Carinatum. By leveraging the power of Structure Sensor hardware, Scanmed transforms your iPad into a precision medical scanner, allowing you to generate accurate 3D meshes in seconds. Key Features: - Specialized Scanning: Optimized algorithms for capturing thorax geometry with high fidelity. - Pectus Assessment: Designed to aid in the diagnosis and monitoring of Pectus Excavatum and Carinatum. - High-Quality Meshes: Export dense, high-resolution 3D models ready for analysis or orthotic design. - Hardware Integration: Seamless connectivity with Structure Sensor Mark 2 and Mark 3. Hardware Requirements: To use Scanmed app, you must have a compatible iPad and a Structure Sensor (Mark 2 or Mark 3) properly calibrated. This app will not function without the sensor attached.

Screenshots

ARKAD SCAN3 screens
Scanmed3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: ARKAD SCAN at every 2 months against Scanmed's every 4 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

ARKAD SCAN ships an update every 2 months, Scanmed every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on October 29, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
ARKAD SCAN versus Scanmed: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterARKAD SCANScanmed
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
Monetization—Free
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size130 MB27 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperTechMed 3DFranca Martinez Ferro

In-app purchases

None

ARKAD SCAN

No in-app purchases

None

Scanmed

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ARKAD SCAN free?
ARKAD SCAN is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Scanmed free?
Scanmed is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do ARKAD SCAN or Scanmed have ads?
Neither ARKAD SCAN nor Scanmed shows ads.
Which is updated more often, ARKAD SCAN or Scanmed?
ARKAD SCAN ships an update every 2 months, and Scanmed every 4 months. Most recently, ARKAD SCAN was updated on October 29, 2026 and Scanmed on October 30, 2026.

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