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Polycam vs Autodesk ReCap Pro: catalog facts
PolycamAutodesk ReCap Pro

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

Best for: Turning site scans into point clouds for design and construction work

Free + paid options

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

Paid

Sold as an Autodesk subscription.

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
  • Handles both laser scans and photo-based capture
  • Visualizes large point clouds and meshes
All 3 strengths for Autodesk ReCap Pro
  • Handles both laser scans and photo-based capture
  • Visualizes large point clouds and meshes
  • Cloud storage for reality capture data
  • Marketing and features are geared toward business teams
  • Proprietary service with paid plans
  • Subscription cost aimed at professionals
  • Most useful within the Autodesk ecosystem
Downloadable app, Web application Downloadable app, Hosted service
Not open source Not open source
License not stated License not stated
Not stated if an account is needed Account needed
Not stated if it works offline Not stated if it works offline
Sources for Polycam

Catalog checked September 23, 2026

Sources for Autodesk ReCap Pro

Catalog checked October 2, 2026

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