Comparison

UGScan vs Dot

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

Head to head
About

UGScan

This app uses LiDAR technology to create precise 3D scans of objects, rooms, and landscapes. It offers multiple scanning modes and supports various export formats for design, printing, and sharing.

Highlights
  • LiDAR-based 3D scanning
  • Object, LiDAR, PointCloud, and RoomPlan modes
  • Export to USDZ, OBJ, PLY, STL, glTF, DXF
  • 3D model creation for CAD and 3D printing
  • AR viewing and measurement
  • Cloud sharing and community exploration
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UGScan - LiDAR 3D Scanner for iPhone and iPad Turn real-world objects into accurate 3D models in seconds. UGScan is a powerful LiDAR 3D scanning app built for creators, designers, engineers, and anyone working with 3D content. Scan objects, rooms, and full environments using your iPhone or iPad, then export to industry-standard formats for modeling, CAD, AR, VR, and 3D printing. Core features are now free to use. 4 scanning modes Object Mode Capture small objects, furniture, and assets with high precision. Ideal for 3D modeling, asset creation, and 3D printing. Export formats: USDZ, OBJ, STL, glTF, GLB, DXF LiDAR Mesh Mode Scan rooms, buildings, and real-world environments with textures. Great for scene reconstruction, visualization, and digital twins. Export formats: USDZ, OBJ, STL, glTF, GLB, PLY, BIN, XYZ, DXF Point Cloud Mode Record large-scale point clouds for surveying and measurement workflows. Preserves raw spatial data for professional use. Export formats: OBJ, PLY, BIN (CloudCompare), XYZ RoomPlan Mode Scan full homes and generate floor plans instantly. Ideal for interior design, renovation, and space planning. Export formats: USDZ (RoomPlan), DXF (2D/3D) Professional workflow features Post-processing tools, including texture generation, mesh simplification, cropping, and hole filling Continue scanning within existing projects AR preview and measurement tools for real-time validation Cloud sharing with link-based access and content publishing Multi-format export compatible with Blender, Unity, Unreal Engine, CAD tools, and 3D printing workflows Use cases 3D scanning, 3D modeling, LiDAR capture, digital asset creation, architecture, interior design, engineering documentation, real estate, cultural preservation, education, and 3D printing Device requirements Requires LiDAR-enabled iPhone or iPad, such as Pro models Some features depend on hardware and iOS version Contact ugscan3d@gmail.com

About

Dot

Features
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将您的设备变成一台强大的3D扫描仪, 能够轻松捕捉空间和物体的3D模型。 并轻松分享您的3D扫描。

Screenshots

UGScan4 screens
Dot3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Dot at none against UGScan's 5. On price, update cadence, ads 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. UGScan sells 5 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per month. Dot asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

UGScan ships an update fortnightly, Dot every 4 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 26, 2026 and September 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
UGScan versus Dot: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterUGScanDot
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (16 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews70.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings16 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 4 weeks
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Mac, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS16.015.6 — better
Further details — not scored
Size26 MB39 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperShan Chengliang合肥芯明智能科技有限公司

In-app purchases

5 purchases

UGScan

Subscriptions4
  • UGScan Pro Monthly$6.991 Month
  • UGScan Premium Monthly$12.991 Month
  • UGScan Pro Yearly$39.991 Year
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  • UGScan Premium Yearly$89.991 Year
One-time1
  • Export a scan data$0.99
None

Dot

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is UGScan free?
UGScan is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Dot free?
Dot is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do UGScan or Dot have ads?
Neither UGScan nor Dot shows ads.
Which is updated more often, UGScan or Dot?
UGScan ships an update fortnightly, and Dot every 4 weeks. Most recently, UGScan was updated on September 26, 2026 and Dot on September 14, 2026.

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