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It is the first question every professional asks, and the right one. Here is what to expect, and how to get the best out of the sensor.
In a typical room of up to about 6 metres, the gap with a laser meter is usually one to two centimetres. Over a whole flat, small errors can add up, which is why you should check one or two long dimensions and correct them on screen.
Range: the sensor is best within five metres. Surfaces: mirrors, glass and very dark materials reflect poorly. Movement: fast sweeps capture less. Light: the camera needs some to track position.
For contractual documents, sale areas or fabrication, check the critical dimensions with a laser meter. For sketch design, quoting or a listing plan, the scan is generally enough on its own.
Yes. Photo-only apps estimate depth from images; LiDAR measures it directly, which is far more reliable indoors.
Survey each room in a minute or two with the LiDAR sensor of your iPhone Pro or iPad Pro. Walls, doors, windows, cupboards and recesses are recognised as you walk.
Read →Heights and areasArchiScan 3D records ceiling heights room by room, handles sloping ceilings and gives an indicative floor area, including an indicative French Loi Carrez figure.
Read →For property inspectorsMeasure rooms, record ceiling heights, place photos and notes on the plan and get an indicative floor area in one pass. Less double entry for inspections.
Read →ArchiScan 3D is in beta on TestFlight. Ask for access.