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CloudCompareAutodesk ReCap Pro
Free

Free to download and use.

 Paid

Sold as an Autodesk subscription.

Windows, macOS, Linux Windows
  • Handles both point clouds and meshes
  • Interactive 3D view for inspecting scan data
  • Handles both laser scans and photo-based capture
  • Visualizes large point clouds and meshes
  • Aimed at scan processing rather than general 3D modelling
  • Interface assumes some familiarity with 3D data concepts
  • Subscription cost aimed at professionals
  • Most useful within the Autodesk ecosystem
Downloadable app Downloadable app, Hosted service
Open source Closed source
License: GPL-2.0 License not stated
No account needed Account needed
Works offline Not stated if it works offline

Checked October 1, 2026

Checked October 2, 2026

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