RealityScan
RealityScan turns images and laser scans into detailed 3D models using photogrammetry.
What RealityScan is
RealityScan turns images and laser scans into detailed 3D models using photogrammetry. Its desktop software provides a pipeline for producing photorealistic models and point clouds, with tools for cleanup, optimization, image layers, worldbuilding workflows and automation. The mobile app offers real-time point-cloud feedback, automatic capture, augmented-reality scaling, camera controls and masking. Processed mobile models can be uploaded to Sketchfab or exported to the device for use in other 3D software. RealityScan Mobile is free on iOS and Android. Desktop installation requires the Epic Games Launcher and an Epic Games account; listed systems include 64-bit Windows 8/8.1/10/11 or Windows Server 2008+, and Ubuntu 24.04 or Fedora 39. Individuals and small businesses below $1 million USD in revenue in the previous 12 months, educational institutions and students can use the full-featured product for free. Other eligible seats cost $1,250 a year and include updates for one year. A 30-day trial is available. Tutorials, guides, documentation, sample datasets and community forums are provided. The EULA says Epic’s Privacy Policy also governs use, and sample datasets are for non-commercial use only.
Good
- Creates models from images and laser scans.
- Mobile app is free on iOS and Android.
- Mobile exports can go to Sketchfab or device.
- Includes tutorials, guides and community forums.
Watch out
- Desktop installation requires an Epic Games account and Launcher.
- Other seats cost $1,250 a year.
- Sample datasets are restricted to non-commercial use.
Who it suits
RealityScan suits people who need to make 3D models from images or laser scans, including mobile users who want capture and export tools. Free use is available to the listed individuals, small businesses, students and educational institutions; other seats are priced per year.
Verdict
RealityScan offers desktop photogrammetry and mobile capture, with free access for the stated groups and a paid annual seat for others. Desktop users should check the listed system requirements and installation requirements before proceeding.
Plans and prices
From RealityScan's own pricing page, checked 2 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Free | Individuals and small businesses under $1 million USD in revenue in the past 12 months, educational institutions, and students · all features · learning materials · community forums |
| RealityScan seat | $1,250 a year | For individuals and businesses over $1 million USD in gross annual revenue · includes all features, learning materials, community forums, and updates for one year · $1250 per seat per year. |
The facts
Each one read from RealityScan's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Desktop installation
- Desktop installation requires the Epic Games Launcher and an Epic Games account.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Desktop system requirements
- The download page lists Windows 8/8.1/10/11 64-bit or Windows Server 2008+ and Linux Ubuntu 24.04 or Fedora 39 as supported operating systems.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Features
- Listed features include photorealistic object and scene representation, cleanup and optimization, image layers, scalable worldbuilding workflows, and workflow automation.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Learning and support
- The maker provides tutorials, guides, documentation, sample datasets, and community forums.checked 2 Oct 2026
- License eligibility
- Individuals and small businesses making less than $1 million USD in revenue in the past 12 months, educational institutions, and students can use RealityScan for free.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Mobile availability
- RealityScan Mobile is available for free on iOS and Android devices.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Mobile capture
- RealityScan Mobile provides real-time point-cloud feedback, automatic capture, accurate scaling in augmented reality, camera controls, and masking.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Mobile exports
- RealityScan Mobile can upload processed models to Sketchfab or export models directly to the device for use in other 3D software.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Privacy terms
- The RealityScan EULA states that Epic’s Privacy Policy also governs use of the software.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Professional pipeline
- The desktop software provides an end-to-end photogrammetry pipeline for high-fidelity photorealistic 3D models and precise point clouds at any scale.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- RealityScan creates detailed 3D models from images and laser scans using photogrammetry.checked 2 Oct 2026
- Use restriction
- The EULA says sample datasets may only be used for non-commercial purposes.checked 2 Oct 2026
The company
- Headquarters
- Cary, North Carolina, United Stateschecked 28 Sep 2026
Money
- Trial
- The licensing page offers a 30-day trial for RealityScan seats.checked 2 Oct 2026
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