pbrScan vs RIU
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
pbrScan
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A part of advanced photometric scanning pipeline developed by inciprocal Inc. pbrScan application used to configure a number of custom and 3rd party hardware components such as inciprocal syncBoxes, LED drivers, camera triggers, turntables and electronic filters.
RIU
Transform your device into a professional 3D scanning tool. Effortlessly create high-quality 3D models of objects and environments using advanced LiDAR and panoramic camera features. Designed for simplicity, it makes professional-grade 3D scanning accessible to everyone.
- Object scanning to digital 3D models
- LiDAR camera for precise environmental scans
- 360-degree panoramic view creation
- User-friendly interface
- Pro version for unlimited potential
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Transform your device into a powerful 3D scanning tool. Effortlessly create high-quality 3D models of objects, environments, and panoramic views with features tailored for designers, architects, and creatives: - Object Scanner: Easily convert real-world objects into digital 3D models. - LiDAR Cam: Capture precise environmental scans with cutting-edge LiDAR technology. - 360 View Cam: Create immersive 360-degree panoramas with a simple tap. Designed for simplicity, RIU 3D Scanner offers a user-friendly experience, making professional-grade 3D scanning accessible to everyone. Stand out with RIU 3D Scanner, where innovation meets accuracy. get the pro version to enjoy the apps unlimited potential Cancel anytime , it's auto renewable subscription and will be renewed automatically if not canceled. Privacy Policy: http://manav.studio/privacy Terms of Use: https://www.privacypolicy.studio/terms-of-service
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: pbrScan at none against RIU's 4. pbrScan also leads on device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (14.0 vs 17.0). RIU's advantage is update cadence (every 2 days vs every 8 months). On price and ads 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. RIU sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 7 days. pbrScan asks for nothing beyond the download.
pbrScan ships an update every 8 months, RIU every 2 days. The most recent releases landed on September 9, 2026 and August 14, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | pbrScan | RIU |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | — | 0.0% of reviews |
| Update frequency | Every 8 months | Every 2 days — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | — | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 17.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 32 MB | 17 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | inciprocal Inc. | MANAV |
In-app purchases
pbrScan
No in-app purchases
RIU
- Rio Pro Weekly trial3 Days trial$7.997 Days
- Riu Pro Weekly$7.997 Days
- Riu Pro Yearly$69.991 Year
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- Riu Pro Yearly Trial3 Days trial$79.991 Year
