Comparison

RTAB vs ProductScanner

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

Head to head
About

RTAB

This utility app enables real-time 3D scanning and mapping of environments using LiDAR or RGB-D sensors. It features online loop closure detection and map optimization for immediate feedback, with export options for various 3D formats.

Highlights
  • Online 3D scanning and mapping
  • Loop closure detection and map correction
  • Save maps in DB format
  • Export in PLY, LAS, or OBJ
  • Multi-session mapping
  • AR/VR visualization mode
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RTAB-Map (Real-Time Appearance-Based Mapping) is an Open Source LiDAR / RGB-D / Stereo Graph-Based SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) approach based on an online incremental appearance-based loop closure detector. The loop closure detector uses a bag-of-words approach to determinate how likely a new image comes from a previous location or a new location. When a loop closure hypothesis is accepted, a new constraint is added to the map's graph, then a graph optimizer minimizes the errors in the map in real-time. An optional memory management approach can be used to limit the number of locations used for loop closure detection and graph optimization, so that real-time constraints on large-scale environnements are always respected. ARKit's visual inertial odometry (VIO) is used as the SLAM front-end for RTAB-Map (the SLAM back-end). * Note that unlike other scanning apps that optimize the map only after mapping, with RTAB-Map you get loop closure detection and map optimization online so you can have a live feedback to know when you have enough constraints in the map for good global optimization before stopping the scan. *** 3D reconstruction available only with LiDAR sensor. Features: * Online 3D scanning/mapping of the environment. * Online loop closure detection and map correction. * Save in DB format (RTAB-Map desktop and rtabmap_ros format). * Export in PLY, LAS or OBJ. * Multi-session mapping (save and continue later). * Use Apriltags to help finding loop closures in textureless environments. * Mixed AR/VR First-Person in visualization mode. * Raw ARKit data recording (up to 60 Hz!), useful to record long sessions without comprising battery life.

About

ProductScanner

Features
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Stop typing product details by hand. Product Scanner uses AI to read product labels from a photo and instantly extract clean, structured data—like ID/SKU, name, price, and barcode—plus any custom fields you define. Perfect for small businesses, retailers, warehouses, and anyone who needs fast, accurate product data on the go. How it works 1. Tap “Scan Product Label” and take a photo. 2. The app uses AI to extract your chosen fields as JSON. 3. Review, share, or export your data to CSV/JSON/XLS. Why you’ll love it • AI-powered accuracy: Let the app read labels for you—no manual typing. • Customizable fields: Choose the exact JSON keys you need (e.g., brand, size, category). • One-tap export: Send your scans to CSV, JSON, or XLS for use in spreadsheets or inventory tools. • Share anywhere: Share via WhatsApp, Email, or the system share sheet. • Fast and simple: Clean design, clear workflow, and instant results. Key features • Scan product labels with your camera • AI extraction of ID/SKU, name, price, barcode, and more • Custom JSON keys with editable prompt template • Export to CSV, JSON, or XLS • Share via WhatsApp, Email, or system share sheet • Optional auto-save of scans • Optional saving of photos to your library • Works with your own Gemini API key Privacy & control • Your API key stays with you. The app only sends your photo and prompt to the AI service you configure. • You control what data is captured and exported. • Camera and Photos permissions are requested only when needed. Great for • Small shops and online sellers • Inventory and cataloging • Price checks and quick audits • Teams needing consistent, structured product data Notes • Requires a valid Google AI Studio (Gemini) API key to analyze images. • WhatsApp sharing requires WhatsApp to be installed on the device.

Screenshots

RTAB3 screens
ProductScanner4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: RTAB at Free against ProductScanner's $9.99. RTAB also leads on iOS requirement (14.3 vs 18.6). ProductScanner's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 4 months). On 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

RTAB is free to download; ProductScanner costs $9.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

RTAB ships an update every 4 months, ProductScanner every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on October 9, 2026 and October 16, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
RTAB versus ProductScanner: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterRTABProductScanner
PriceFree — better$9.99
Rating4.8 (39 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings39 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 monthsEvery 2 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.3 — better18.6
Further details — not scored
Size19 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMathieu LabbeTudurachi Doru

In-app purchases

None

RTAB

No in-app purchases

None

ProductScanner

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is RTAB free?
RTAB is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is ProductScanner free?
ProductScanner costs $9.99, with no in-app purchases.
Do RTAB or ProductScanner have ads?
Neither RTAB nor ProductScanner shows ads.
Which is updated more often, RTAB or ProductScanner?
RTAB ships an update every 4 months, and ProductScanner every 2 days. Most recently, RTAB was updated on October 9, 2026 and ProductScanner on October 16, 2026.

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