Question 1

What is the main difference between Matterport Pro2 and Pro3?

Accepted Answer

The technology. The Pro2 uses infrared (good for indoor use, small), while the Pro3 uses LiDAR (laser). This means the Pro3 works perfectly in direct sunlight (outdoors), has a 10 times greater range (100m), and scans faster. For facades and large areas, the Pro3 is the only option.

Question 2

Can I use the Pro3 for Scan-to-BIM?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The Pro3 delivers high-density point clouds (E57) that can be directly imported into Revit or ArchiCAD. The accuracy (+/- 20mm) is perfectly adequate for LOD 300 existing models.

Question 3

Is it worth upgrading from Pro2 to Pro3?

Accepted Answer

If you regularly scan outdoor areas, high ceilings (warehouses), or large surfaces: Absolutely. The time saved on-site often pays for the investment in just a few months. Take advantage of our "Try-Before-Buy" program to experience the speed benefits for yourself.

Question 4

Matterport Pro3 vs. Leica BLK360 G1/G2: What do I really need?

Accepted Answer

It's a battle between workflow speed (Matterport) and measurement precision (Leica).The Matterport Pro3 use case: You need a "digital twin" for documentation, collaboration or scan-to-BIM at a scale of 1:50 / 1:100.Advantage: The workflow is incredibly fast. Scan, upload, done. The accuracy (+/- 20mm) is sufficient for 95% of all building as-built surveys (LOD 200/300).Disadvantage: Not suitable for steel construction prefabrication or precise deformation analyses.The Leica BLK360 use case: You are an engineer and need to know if a support has tilted by 4mm.Advantage: Sub-millimeter accuracy (approx. 4-6 mm). True "survey-grade" data.Disadvantage: The process is slower. Registration (combining the scans) often requires expert software (Cyclone Register 360) and manual effort.Our conclusion: Don't buy a Leica to take beautiful pictures. Don't buy a Pro3 to monitor tunnel construction.

Question 5

Matterport Pro3 vs. Realsee Galois: Which LiDAR scanner is better?

Accepted Answer

There is no "better" one, there is only the "right" one for your purpose. It's a duel between engineering scope (Matterport) and visual aesthetics (Realsee).The Matterport Pro3 advantage (The Range King): The Pro3 is a range monster. Its LiDAR sensor scans up to 100 meters. This is crucial for large warehouses, building facades, or expansive outdoor areas. If you need to document large commercial areas (campus, factories), the Pro3 is the only option.The Realsee Galois advantage (The Visual King): The Galois focuses on close-range applications (real estate, hotels). Its strength lies in its 8K image quality . Colors often appear more vibrant and warmer than the clinically cool Matterport images. Furthermore, it often captures small to medium-sized rooms faster.How do the results (image vs. data) differ?The honest answer: Matterport is the "industry standard", Realsee is the "visual seducer".Matterport Pro3: Delivers extremely consistent technical data. The point cloud (E57) is very clean and directly compatible with Autodesk/Revit. The image quality is very high, but primarily optimized for clarity and simplicity.Realsee Galois: Scores points in marketing . The sensors capture lighting moods superbly. For a real estate agent who wants to sell emotions, or a hotel that needs to convey atmosphere, the Realsee often delivers the "better" image straight from the camera.What about outdoor scans and sunlight?The honest answer: Matterport wins here in terms of physics.Matterport Pro3: Specifically designed for full sunlight . The LiDAR sensor is unaffected by direct light. You can scan a building facade at noon.Realsee Galois: Thanks to LiDAR support, it also works outdoors (much better than pure infrared cameras), but in extremely bright light or very large distances (>25m) outdoors it has more limitations than the Pro3.Which software ecosystem should I choose?The honest answer: Do you want convenience (Apple's approach) or value for money?Matterport (the "Apple principle"): A closed, but perfectly functioning ecosystem. Hosting, editing, app – all seamlessly integrated. The downside: You're tied to the cloud and subscription prices. No subscription, no access.Realsee: Often offers more flexible models and lower entry-level hardware costs. Its software is developing rapidly, but (still) lacks the deep integration with Western construction software (such as Procore/Autodesk) as Matterport.Our decision-making aid:Are you in construction, facility management, or industry and need maximum reach and BIM compatibility? -> Choose the Matterport Pro3.Are you in residential real estate sales, retail, or hospitality and want maximum visual beauty for VR tours? -> Test the Realsee Galois.

Question 6

Matterport Pro3 vs. 4DAGE 4DKanKan Meta: Data sovereignty vs. ecosystem?

Accepted Answer

It's a choice between comfort (Matterport) and independence (4DKanKan).The Matterport Pro3 Use Case (The Standard): You want the industry standard and seamless workflows.Technology: LiDAR . The Pro3 actively measures with lasers (up to 100m, even in sunlight).Strengths: Extreme consistency and reach. The Matterport ecosystem is the "Apple approach": It simply works, but you are tied to the cloud.The catch: No active subscription, no data. Your data is stored exclusively on Matterport servers (AWS).The 4DKanKan Meta Use Case (The Challenger): They want data sovereignty and fast data capture without cloud constraints.Technology: Algorithm-based photogrammetry . The camera calculates depth from images (visual modeling).The "killer advantage" (according to WIDDIM): Offline capability. Unlike Matterport, you can process data locally ("Privacy First"). Ideal for sensitive sectors (military, banking, R&D) where cloud computing is not permitted.Feature check: It offers free E57 exports (paid with Matterport) and very high speed when capturing small to medium-sized rooms.Limitation: Since it does not have an active LiDAR unit like the Pro3, its measurement precision at a distance and in extreme light conditions (darkness/bright backlighting) is physically inferior to the Pro3.Our expert conclusion:Do you need guaranteed mm precision at a distance of 50m (facades, halls)? -> Matterport Pro3 (LiDAR).Do you need absolute discretion (offline) , no ongoing cloud costs, and fast floor plans for real estate/offices? -> 4DKanKan Meta.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the main difference between Matterport Pro2 and Pro3?

Can I use the Pro3 for Scan-to-BIM?

Is it worth upgrading from Pro2 to Pro3?

Matterport Pro3 vs. Leica BLK360 G1/G2: What do I really need?

Matterport Pro3 vs. Realsee Galois: Which LiDAR scanner is better?

Matterport Pro3 vs. 4DAGE 4DKanKan Meta: Data sovereignty vs. ecosystem?

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The new standard for LiDAR reality capture.

Matterport Pro3

Matterport Pro3 in Switzerland

More than just hardware. Your Swiss Pro3 hub.

Full Outdoor

Range & Speed

Precision for professionals

DYNAMIC ACCESS

Test first, then invest: Our "Try & Buy" promise

Try & Buy (Risk-Free)

Rent (Flexible)

Buy (Scale)

USE CASES & TECH SPECS

A scanner. Endless applications.

Specification (Matterport Pro3)

Pro3 at a glance:

Pro3 at a glance:

Specification (Matterport Pro3)

SOFTWARE & CLOUD

The brain behind the hardware.

Frequently asked questions

What is the main difference between Matterport Pro2 and Pro3?

Can I use the Pro3 for Scan-to-BIM?

Is it worth upgrading from Pro2 to Pro3?

Matterport Pro3 vs. Leica BLK360 G1/G2: What do I really need?

Matterport Pro3 vs. Realsee Galois: Which LiDAR scanner is better?

Matterport Pro3 vs. 4DAGE 4DKanKan Meta: Data sovereignty vs. ecosystem?

More than just hardware.
Your Swiss Pro3 hub.

A scanner.
Endless applications.

The brain behind
the hardware.