TOP 10 Best Low Cost 3D Scanners

Published on February 3, 2020 by Carlota V.

Appearing at the end of the 1970s, laser triangulation technology paved the way for new technology capable of 3D scanning objects. Usually reserved for industrial applications, this tool has gradually evolved over time, allowing us to easily find low cost 3D scanners to use for ourselves. Today, there are two main technologies for 3D scanning objects, structured light technology and laser triangulation, and two types of devices, handheld and desktop.

The Best Low Cost 3D Scanners of 2020

Most of the 3D scanners in our listing are under $1,000, with some as low as $500. You will notice that finding an affordable 3D scanning solution is more difficult than finding a low cost 3D printing solution. In the listing below you will find 10 low cost 3D scanners, ordered by price, that offer great capabilities.

1. 3D Scanner 1.0 A from XYZprinting

XYZprinting offers two 3D scanners in its range, the 1.0 A and the 2.0. The 1.0 A is the most affordable solution from the Taiwanese manufacturer, offering four modes of scanning. It uses Intel RealSense Camera technology, similar to structured light, to scan areas of 60 x 60 x 30 cm, 80 x 50 x 80 cm, 100 x 100 x 200 cm or the size of a human head.
The scan resolution is between 1.0 and 2.5 mm, keeping in mind that the operating range is 50 cm. The manufacturer also provides XYZScan Handy, a scanning and post-editing software to edit your models after scanning. The starting price for this machine is $229. You can find more information HERE.

2. Sense 2 from 3D Systems

The Sense 2 from 3D Systems is an affordable 3D scanning solution for small and medium-sized objects. The leading 3D printing company has released this newest version of the Sense, which works on shorter ranges than its predecessor but provides better performance.
In fact, Sense 2 uses structured light technology, and includes two sensors, one for capturing the size of the object and the other for the colour. The depth sensor has a 640 x 480 px resolution and the texture has a resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels. The starting price for this machine is $499.

3. Structure Sensor from Occipital

The Structure Sensor solution adds precise 3D vision to your mobile device, enabling 3D scanning among other features. The only equipment you will need for this 3D scanner to work is an iPad, then once you have downloaded the app Skanect Pro, it will work instantly.
The new version of this device is smaller than the last, 109mm x 18mm x 24mm, and weighs about 65 g. It is recommended to use it on a 0.3 m to 5 m scanning range. Some other features on this device include indoor mapping and virtual reality gaming! The Structure Sensor retails for $527.

4. SOL 3D Scanner from Scan Dimension

This scanner was developed by Scan Dimension, based in Denmark, and is essentially a hybrid solution. It uses a combination of laser triangulation and white light technology to 3D scan real-life objects. The SOL 3D scanner can provide a resolution of up to 0.1 mm. The 3D scanning process is automated and you can choose between a near and far scanning mode.
The SOL 3D scanner also includes software to simplify your entire workflow. In a few steps you will be sending your 3D model to your 3D printer. This is a solution meant for makers, hobbyists, educators and entrepreneurs who may not have the most experience with 3D scanning devices but still want to achieve great results. The SOL 3D scanner retails for $699.

5. V2 from Matter & Form

The Matter and Form V2 3D scanner is a desktop 3D scanning solution powered by MFStudio software. Based on laser triangulation technology, the accuracy on this device can reach 0.1 mm, which is definitely impressive considering the price. It enables scanning an object with a maximum height of 25 cm and a diameter of 18 cm. The 3D scanner is available from $750.

6. EINSCAN-SE from Shining 3D

The Einscan-SE scanner from the Chinese manufacturer Shining 3D is characterized by its short scanning time and ease of use. The scanner has a 1.3 megapixel camera that can capture the colors and surfaces of the object being scanned. For a single scan, the machine takes about eight seconds, and a 360° scan in the auto scan mode takes two minutes.
Objects up to 700 x 700 x 700 mm can be scanned in the free scan mode, and up to 200 x 200 x 200 mm in the auto scan mode. This is the most affordable 3D scanning solution from the manufacturer. The starting price of the EINSCAN-SE is $1,399. You can find more information HERE.

7. RangeVision Smart

RangeVision Smart is a 3D scanner based on structured light, developed by the Russian manufacturer, RangeVision. Practical and affordable, it provides an accuracy of 0.1 mm, a resolution of 0.12 mm and a scanning speed of 4 to 12 seconds. It has been designed to scan pieces between 4 cm and 1 meter, leaving a wide choice to the user. At 1.25 kilos, it is easily transportable and can operate for 1 hour offline.
It is equipped with two cameras and an autofocus, making it easy to calibrate. In terms of applications, the RangeVision Smart 3D scanner is perfect for cultural heritage restoration and preservation projects, education, rapid prototyping and decoration. This 3D scanner costs around $2,750.

8. SLS Pro S3 from HP

The SLS Pro S3 from the American giant HP is a professional scanner based on structured light technology. It is a further development of the DAVID SLS-3, originally manufactured by DAVID Laserscanner, a brand that was taken over by HP in 2016. With a scan size of approximately 30-500 mm and a resolution of up to 0.05 mm, the scanner can perform single 360° scans within seconds.
With extensive color capture, users can obtain full-color 3D scans with this scanning solution. Besides a full-HD camera, the package includes adjustable metal stands and a tripod. The device is currently available for purchase at a starting price of $3,995.

9. iReal 2E from ScanTech

iReal 2E is a professional handheld color 3D scanner manufactured by ScanTech. The company specializes in developing, manufacturing and selling intelligent visual inspection equipment and counts an entire range of 3D scanners for various applications and sectors. The iReal 2E is designed for medium to large-sized objects and human body 3D scanning.
In terms of technology, the iReal 2E color 3D scanner adopts the infrared VCSEL structured light technology. Without attaching markers, a quick texture capturing and geometry acquisition can be achieved, and mixed alignment modes meet various scanning situations. Additionally, this 3D scanner offers algorithm functions, easy-to-use software, ergonomic design and durability for accurate 3D measurement in color.

10. Eva Lite from Artec 3D

Artec 3D, based in Luxembourg, offers with the Eva Lite its cheapest option for 3D scanning. This professional scanner is specialized in the digitization of complex geometries, such as the human body, and is therefore increasingly used in the medical field. It works on the basis of structured light technology and, although it does not have the ability to capture colours and textures like most scanners of the brand, it has an accuracy of 0.5 mm.
This 3D scanner works with the software package Artec Studio. Artec Studio is a powerful tool for an optimized 3D scanning process. This software is able to perform, assemble and repair 3D scans. It is currently available at a price of $9,800. You can find more information HERE.

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THIẾT BỊ AR / MR

AR/MR Devices

In order to use Augmented Reality (AR) and Mixed Reality (MR) applications, terminal devices with a complex composition of Hardware modules are necessary (Smartdevices). Historically seen, Smartphones have been the first mobile terminal devices to use AR, especially the Apple iPhone 3GS. Later on Tablets, such as Android based devices by Samsung (Samsung Galaxy Tab) or Apple’s iOS based iPad, followed it.

In 2012, Google promoted its project “Google Glass” and even though it hasn’t been the only present smart glass representative, it has won the most attention due to its marketing and feature set. Since 2017 Smart Glasses (among others the remake of the Google Glass) and AR Headsets (e.g. HoloLens, Meta2, Magic Leap) have come to the attention of the pace gaining developer scene due to their more complex technologies and extensive sensors.

After the publication of new fundamental AR technologies by Apple (ARKit) and Google (ARCore) as part of their representative operating system, the development of AR optimized hardware by both companies (Smartphones, Tablets, Smart Glasses or even more complex Headsets) is getting more and more realistic (Q1 2017).

In the following, different smart devices are listed. Applications can (of course) be used cross plattform or can be streamed live on big screens and/or recorded on video (e.g. for fairs or other forms of presentation).

Smartphones and Tablets

Smartphone in use with AR App
Video Player: https://youtu.be/k4US6BO59YU
Smartphone and Tablet in use with AR App

Advantages

• Wide spread among end users
• Always present with end users
• Typical platform to spread apps that are used on dayly basis
• Tablets (compared to Smartphones) have even more computing power and generally speaking a larger display

Overview

Smartphones and tablets are usually comprehensive in their producers featured with similar/comparable hardware components and have been used as platforms for AR-Apps for a long time, due to the wide spreading among the end user market. In addition to the ordinary smartphones and tablets, special solutions exist that have not yet arrived to the mainstream and contain additional hardware modules especially made for AR applications in contrast to the widely spread models.

Examples of Generalized Smartphones/Tablets

Type: Smartphone
Device: iPhone
Producer: Apple
Operating System: iOS

Type: Smartphone
Device: Galaxy S Serie
Producer: Samsung
Operating System: Android

Type: Smartphone
Device: P-Serie
Producer: Huawai
Operating System: Android

Type: Tablet
Device: iPad
Producer: Apple
Operating System: iOS

Type: Tablet
Device: Galaxy Tab Serie
Producer: Samsung
Operating System: Android

Type: Tablet
Device: Media T3 10
Producer: Huawei
Operating System: Android

Examples of Smartphones/Tablets with AR optimized components

Videoyt: https://youtu.be/yBzDQWyFE6o

Type: Phablet
Device: Phab 2 Pro
Producer: Lenovo
Operating System: Android
Additional Components: Google Tango Technology (advanced computer vision, image processing, special vision sensors)
Comment: Tango has been stopped in August 2017

Type: Smartphone
Device: ZenFone AR
Producer: Asus
Operating System: Android
Additional Components: Google Tango Technology (advanced computer vision, image processing, special vision sensors)
Comment: Tango has been stopped in August 2017

Smart Glasses and Headsets

Picture showing Microsoft HoloLens, used with permission from Microsoft
Video Player

Advantages

• Especially made hardware profiles for MR and AR application branches
• Hands free interaction via gesture and voice recognition
• AR optimized hardware enables more complex AR software solutions (e.g. orientation in a room without image markers known as “inside-out-tracking“, etc.)
• Intuitive perception of the augmented reality via super imposed vision in the own field of view

Overview

Smartglasses exist in various kinds of application with different request profiles and therefore also different hardware configurations.

AR optimized Smart Glasses usually not only contain their own processor and the corresponding energy supply, but also complex hardware and software modules to recognize and analyse the real environment and the possibility of play visual and auditory data of digitally added impressions of the reality (looking through the glasses, the user can see the real environment together with virtual additions).

Examples of AR Smartglasses / Data Goggles

Video yt: https://youtu.be/A784OdX8xzI

Type: AR-Headset
Device: HoloLens
Producer: Microsoft
Operating System: Windows
Status: Available

Type: AR-Headset
Device: Meta 2
Producer: Meta
Operating System: Custom OS
Status: Available

Video yt: https://youtu.be/_x9462x6A0k

Type: AR-Smartglasses
Device: R7, R8 and R9 Series
Producer: ODG (Osterhoutgroup)
Operating System: Recticle OS based on Android
Status: R7 available

Type: AR-Headset
Device: DAQRI Smart Glasses
Producer: DAQRI
Operating System: DAQRI Visual Operating System™ (VOS)
Status: Available

Type: AR-Smartglass
Device: Atheer AiR Glasses
Producer: Atheer
Operating System: Android
Status: Available

Examples of basic Data Googles

Type: Data Goggle
Device: Google Glass Enterprise
Producer: Google
Operating System: Android
Status: Pre-Release

Type: Data Goggle
Device: Monitorless
Producer: Samsung
Operating System: Custom OS
Status: Prototyp

Type: Data Goggle
Device: Vuzix M 300
Producer: Vuzix
Operating System: Android
Status: Available

Type: Data Goggle
Device: Spectacles
Producer: Snap
Operating System: Custom App
Status: Available

Kiosk Systems / AR-Installations

AR Kiosk System – Productkonfiguration and virtual product preview
Video Player
AR Installation with Facetracking made by Panasonic

Advantages

• AR-Kiosk can be visually and functionally integrated into fair or sale appearances or at the POS
• The variety of possible elements and flexible configurations of the hardware and sensors enables made-to-measure AR-Solutions
• Users have low entrance barriers and do not have to carry around their own smartphone or download an app
• The quality of the graphic elements and the virtual additions via great computing power is often better than at mobile AR

Overview

Kiosk-Systems and interactive AR-Installations have already established before the spreading of smartphones and mobile AR solutions for events, fairs and at the Point-of-Sale (POS), and are usually based on the “Magical Mirror” principle. Solutions in this field can be realised on a basis of All-in-One devices (mostly large Android Tablets) or computer and laptop components. Laptops have more computing power and can be combined with various hardware and sensors (e.g. Kinect).

Those solutions offer flexible configurations and replace the smartphone at the place of service.