LiDAR Pointer vs 3D LiDAR Scanner
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
LiDAR Pointer
Measure distances and angles using your device's LiDAR sensor. Get audio readouts of measurements and use the flashlight for better accuracy in low light. Requires a LiDAR-equipped device.
- Measure distance to surfaces
- Indicate device inclination angle
- Oral distance measurement via speech
- Flashlight for extra light
- Supports iPhone and iPad
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LiDAR Pointer can perform the following functions: - Measuring distance between your device and a surface; - Indicating the angle of inclination of your device; - Obtaining oral distance measurement through speech synthesis technology; - Turning on the flashlight of your device to get extra light when you need it. WARNING: - This application requires a device equipped with a LiDAR; - This application measures a distance between 1 cm and 5 meters maximum (only if a surface is detected by the LiDAR).
3D LiDAR Scanner
Capture and create detailed 3D models from your surroundings using your device's LiDAR sensor. Enhance scans with color correction and export them in formats suitable for 3D printing and object modeling.
- Real-time 3D scanning
- Color correction
- USDZ and OBJ export
- 3D model creation
- Object modeling
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Turn the Real World into 3D with LiDAR Unlock the power of your device’s LiDAR sensor to capture and create stunning 3D models in seconds. Whether you're scanning an object or your next creative idea, our app turns your surroundings into accurate 3D content ready for use. Key Features: - Scan in Real Time: Use your device’s built-in LiDAR scanner to capture detailed 3D objects in seconds. - Adjust: Apply simple color correction to enhance the visual quality of your scans. - Export for 3D Printing: Export your 3D models in USDZ or OBJ format—ideal for object modeling and 3D printing. Whether you're a hobbyist or professional, this is your fast-track to real-world 3D. The subscription renews automatically unless canceled at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. You can manage your subscription in your Account Settings. Payment will be charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. Any unused portion of a free trial will be forfeited if you subscribe before the trial ends. See our Privacy Policy: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1lguIaCr2EoUsLFdAE8i2W-vm5auH7a1f6mF0MmDp2L4 Terms of Service: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wc5IaVelA7NW6cjUDc-Xu5d7SOdTlZUmJTgiOO0bpdo Standard Apple Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: 3D LiDAR Scanner at 4.4 against LiDAR Pointer's 3.3. 3D LiDAR Scanner also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 23 months) and ratings volume (185 vs 8). LiDAR Pointer's advantage is review sentiment (60% vs 33%). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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
Both are free to download. LiDAR Pointer sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month and 3D LiDAR Scanner sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
3D LiDAR Scanner holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 3.3. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: 3D LiDAR Scanner has 185 ratings behind it against 8, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 60% of LiDAR Pointer's written reviews are positive against 33% of 3D LiDAR Scanner's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.
LiDAR Pointer ships an update every 23 months, 3D LiDAR Scanner every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 21, 2026 and September 23, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | LiDAR Pointer | 3D LiDAR Scanner |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 3.3 (8 ratings) | 4.4 (185 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 60.0% of reviews — better | 33.3% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 8 | 185 — better |
| Update frequency | Every 23 months | Every 3 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.0 | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 3 MB | 55 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Goldgewicht Consulting | Evgeny Zhukov |
Customer experience
LiDAR Pointer
3D LiDAR Scanner
In-app purchases
LiDAR Pointer
- Premium Monthly$1.991 Month
- Premium Annual$12.991 Year
3D LiDAR Scanner
- 7-Day Access3 Days trial$6.997 Days
- 1-Month Access3 Days trial$9.991 Month
- 1-Year Access3 Days trial$49.991 Year
Questions
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