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Polycam
3D scanning app that captures objects and rooms with your phone camera or LiDAR.
What is Polycam?
Polycam turns photos and LiDAR scans into 3D models and room plans. You can scan objects, spaces and outdoor scenes with a phone, or upload photos on the web, then export models for games, design and 3D printing. It also supports Gaussian splat captures.
Best for: Creators and designers who want real objects and spaces as 3D models.
What you can do with Polycam
Scan an object to use in a game
Capture a room for a floor plan
Create a 3D model for printing
Key features
- Photo and LiDAR 3D capture
- Room scanning with floor plans
- Gaussian splat support
- Export to common 3D formats
Polycam pros and cons
Pros
- Works on everyday phones
- Many export formats
- Web and mobile apps
Cons
- Best features need a paid plan
- Shiny or plain surfaces scan poorly
Polycam pricing
Free + Paid
Polycam has a free plan, with paid plans that add more usage or features. Plans change often, so check the official site for current prices.
How to get started
- Open poly.cam and create a free account.
- Try one real task first: scan an object to use in a game.
- Compare the result with Meshy or Tripo, then keep the one that fits how you work.
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1. Meshy
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2. Tripo
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3. Polycam
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4. Scenario
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Polycam FAQ
What is Polycam?
Polycam turns photos and LiDAR scans into 3D models and room plans. You can scan objects, spaces and outdoor scenes with a phone, or upload photos on the web, then export models for games, design and 3D printing. It also supports Gaussian splat captures.
Is Polycam free?
Polycam has a free plan, with paid plans that add more usage or features. Check the official site for current limits and prices.
What can you do with Polycam?
With Polycam you can scan an object to use in a game; capture a room for a floor plan; create a 3D model for printing.
Who is Polycam best for?
Creators and designers who want real objects and spaces as 3D models.
Does Polycam have an app?
Yes. Besides the web version, Polycam has apps for iPhone & iPad and Android.
Who makes Polycam?
Polycam is made by Polycam.
What are the best alternatives to Polycam?
Popular alternatives include Meshy, Tripo, Scenario and Cascadeur. See the full ranking on our AI 3D & Game Assets page.
AltFTool is not affiliated with Polycam. This summary was written by our editors from the tool's public information. Browse all 451 AI tools