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Polycam vs 3DF Zephyr: catalog facts
Polycam3DF Zephyr

Best for: Professionals who need quick 3D scans, measurements and floor plans from a phone

Best for: Turning photo or drone surveys into 3D models and terrain data

Free + paid options

Paid plans for teams, with a free 7-day trial of the Business plan.

Free + paid options

A limited free edition is offered; full versions are paid, with a free trial.

Android, iOS, Web Windows
  • Captures objects, interiors and sites using only a phone
  • Generates 2D floor plans and measurements on site
All 4 strengths for Polycam
  • Captures objects, interiors and sites using only a phone
  • Generates 2D floor plans and measurements on site
  • Processes drone footage into 3D models
  • CAD and BIM export for design work
  • Combines photogrammetry and laser scans in one application
  • Outputs orthophotos, DTM and DSM as well as meshes
All 4 strengths for 3DF Zephyr
  • Combines photogrammetry and laser scans in one application
  • Outputs orthophotos, DTM and DSM as well as meshes
  • Multi-GPU accelerated reconstruction
  • Free edition available
  • Marketing and features are geared toward business teams
  • Proprietary service with paid plans
  • Full feature set requires a paid licence
  • Windows only
Downloadable app, Web application Downloadable app
Not open source Not open source
License not stated License: Proprietary
Not stated if an account is needed Not stated if an account is needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline
Sources for Polycam

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

Sources for 3DF Zephyr

Catalog checked October 1, 2026

“Not stated” means we have not confirmed it. Features can vary by device and plan.