Comparison

FieldSketch vs ScanSpace

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

Head to head
About

FieldSketch

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Survey and draft — all by yourself. The site inspection app built for architects. ■ No more two-person tape measure walks FieldSketch uses your iPhone's motion sensors to measure distances as you walk. Aim the crosshair, tap to drop a pin. One site in 10 minutes, calibration included. No need to book an assistant. ■ CAD drawings straight from the field Export as DXF (R12) — opens directly in Jw_cad and other CAD software. Register a cadastral PDF in advance and the app automatically merges it with your field data. ■ Everything captured in one place Photos are taken automatically at each measurement point. Record video while you measure to document the site. Points, distances, and photos compiled into a PDF report — ready for same-day delivery. ■ 4 simple steps Calibration → Site boundary → Surroundings (gutters, roads) → Landmarks (manholes, etc.). Guided workflow. Easy to undo and redo. ■ Accuracy Approx. 3 cm error over 30 m (verified on device). No LiDAR required — works on any iPhone. A 3-point calibration at the start improves accuracy further. ※ Designed for site reconnaissance and planning. Not intended for legal boundary surveys. ■ Pricing Measurement, photos, video, and PDF export are free forever. CAD (DXF) and CSV export require a Premium plan (monthly / lifetime). Try all features free for 14 days. Terms of Use (EULA) By downloading or using this app, you agree to Apple’s standard Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

About

ScanSpace

This app uses LiDAR technology to quickly capture 3D room scans and generate precise 2D floor plans and 3D models. It offers professional export options for CAD, PDF, and 3D printing, with a project library for easy management.

Highlights
  • Fast 3D room scanning with LiDAR
  • Automatic 2D/3D floor plan generation
  • Precise area and volume calculations
  • Export to CAD, PDF, PNG, USDZ, OBJ, STL
  • Organized project library with cloud sync
  • Real-time 3D visual feedback
Features
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Say goodbye to manual measuring tape and tedious drafting! ScanSpace is a professional 3D space capture and room measurement tool powered by iOS LiDAR and Spatial Computing technology. Designed for interior designers, architects, general contractors, and homeowners, ScanSpace transforms physical rooms into high-precision 2D floor plans and 3D room models in seconds. WHY SCANSPACE? • Fast 3D Room Scanning Simply walk around the room with your iPhone or iPad. ScanSpace uses Apple LiDAR and RoomPlan API to automatically detect walls, doors, windows, and structural layouts with real-time 3D visual feedback. • Automatic 2D/3D Floor Plans & Area Calculations Generate precise 2D floor plans with dimension lines instantly upon scanning. Automatically calculate total floor area (sq.m / sq.ft), wall surface areas, and room volume for cost estimates and planning. • Professional CAD & File Export Engine Export your room scans into industry-standard formats to seamlessly fit your design workflow: - CAD & Blueprint: Export .DXF vector drawings with layers for AutoCAD, SketchUp, and Revit. - Printable Reports: Export 2D/3D .PDF floor plan reports complete with dimensions and title blocks. - Quick Sharing: Export high-resolution .PNG images for easy messaging and presentation. - 3D Assets & Printing: Export .USDZ, .OBJ 3D models, and watertight .STL files for 3D printing. • Organized Project Library Manage all your room scanning projects effortlessly with visual thumbnail cards, project sorting, and secure cloud sync. --- HARDWARE REQUIREMENTS: 3D room scanning requires an iOS device equipped with a LiDAR Scanner: - iPhone 12 Pro / Pro Max or newer Pro models - iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd gen or newer) - iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th gen or newer) Upgrade your room surveying workflow today with ScanSpace! --- Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://vivathinking.com/privacy_ss

Screenshots

FieldSketch4 screens
ScanSpace4 screens

Verdict

The call

FieldSketch and ScanSpace are too close to call on the numbers: across 6 compared parameters — price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases among them — neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

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. FieldSketch sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $24.99 per month and ScanSpace sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

FieldSketch ships an update weekly, ScanSpace every 4 days. Both last shipped on October 25, 2026.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
FieldSketch versus ScanSpace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFieldSketchScanSpace
PriceFreeFree
Rating—5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Number of ratings—1 — better
Update frequencyWeeklyEvery 4 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
Monetization—Freemium
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size12 MB12 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developerryota kidoVivaThinking Technology Co., Limited

In-app purchases

3 purchases

FieldSketch

Subscriptions1
  • com.ryota.FieldSketch.monthly$24.991 Month
One-time2
  • com.ryota.FieldSketch.prooffer$279.99
  • com.ryota.FieldSketch.pro$349.99
2 purchases

ScanSpace

Subscriptions2
  • ScanSpace Pro (Monthly)$3.991 Month
  • ScanSpace Pro (Yearly)3 Days trial$29.991 Year

Questions

Is FieldSketch free?
FieldSketch is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ScanSpace free?
ScanSpace is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do FieldSketch or ScanSpace have ads?
Neither FieldSketch nor ScanSpace shows ads.
Which is updated more often, FieldSketch or ScanSpace?
FieldSketch ships an update weekly, and ScanSpace every 4 days. Most recently, FieldSketch was updated on October 25, 2026 and ScanSpace on October 25, 2026.

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