Carlson Scan3D vs MAGNET Flow
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Carlson Scan3D
Transform your iPhone or iPad into a powerful 3D laser scanner with LiDAR. This app processes data locally for enhanced accuracy and security, ideal for professionals in various industries needing precise 3D capture.
- High-powered 3D scanning tool
- Precise color 3D point clouds
- Local data optimization
- Enhanced accuracy and security
- Supports LiDAR-equipped iOS devices
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Unlock the future of 3D laser scanning with Carlson Scan3D iOS! Break new ground by transforming your iPhone or iPad into a high-powered 3D scanning tool, when equipped with LiDAR technology. Our app, tailored for professionals, delivers extensive and precise color 3D point clouds using compatible iOS devices. Say goodbye to cloud processing – Carlson Scan3D performs all data optimization locally, ensuring both accuracy and security right on your device. Whether you're in land development, civil, construction, architecture, law enforcement or any industry needing top-notch 3D capture solutions, Carlson Scan3D iOS empowers you to elevate your workflow and deliver remarkable results. Take the first step today and experience the future of 3D scanning when you download and install Carlson Scan3D iOS. Terms of Service: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/
MAGNET Flow
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The MAGNET Flow application is a control side application independently developed by Topcon, which collaborates with handheld LiDAR systems for data acquisition configuration and management.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MAGNET Flow at none against Carlson Scan3D's 1. Carlson Scan3D's advantage is update cadence (every 10 days vs monthly). On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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. Carlson Scan3D sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $999.99 per year. MAGNET Flow asks for nothing beyond the download.
Carlson Scan3D ships an update every 10 days, MAGNET Flow monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 25, 2026 and October 19, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Carlson Scan3D | MAGNET Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (8 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 8 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 10 days — better | Monthly |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 14.0 — better | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 146 MB | 71 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Carlson Software, Inc | Topcon Positioning Systems, Inc. |
In-app purchases
Carlson Scan3D
- Annual Subscription$999.991 Year
MAGNET Flow
No in-app purchases
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