Polycam
Transform spaces into 3D models with LiDAR and photogrammetry.
About
Polycam offers an accessible solution for converting real-world spaces and objects into highly accurate 3D models using both LiDAR and photogrammetry. Users can scan environments or items directly from their mobile devices—whether that's an iOS or Android smartphone, or even through a web interface—ensuring that advanced 3D capture is not reserved solely for those with specialized hardware or technical expertise.
The platform provides a streamlined experience designed for efficiency and quality. Whether capturing architectural details for a renovation project or collecting assets for digital animation, Polycam balances ease of use with the power to generate intricate digital representations. With the ability to create panoramic 360-degree images and access a collaborative repository of 3D models shared by others, users are supported both by technology and a larger creative community.
Importantly, Polycam integrates seamlessly with augmented reality, making it possible to preview or present 3D models within their intended environments. This, combined with its resource-sharing model, equips both professionals and enthusiasts to bring their ideas into three dimensions without significant investment or training. While advanced scanning options are optimized for the latest devices, broader photogrammetry features keep scanning widely available.
Who is Polycam made for?
Polycam is primarily suited for professionals and teams working in architecture, interior design, visual effects, and real estate. Architects and designers use the tool to quickly generate and visualize 3D representations of spaces, aiding in both planning and client presentations. For VFX artists and game developers, Polycam is valuable for creating detailed assets without losing time or budget to traditional 3D modeling workflows.
Educators and students in design, engineering, or digital arts can leverage the software’s intuitive capture features for project-based learning and rapid prototyping. Real estate professionals benefit from the ability to capture properties and offer immersive virtual walkthroughs to clients. The product is also accessible to creatives and hobbyists looking to digitize environments, objects, or event layouts for visualization or archival purposes.
Teams both large and small, as well as individuals needing precision and efficiency in 3D scanning, will find Polycam especially useful as a flexible addition to their toolbox.