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Notes on spatial capture
Latest articles and updates from Voxelio: 3D scanning, LiDAR workflows, and spatial capture on iPhone.

The Best iPhone 3D Scanner App for Architects, Makers, and E-commerce Sellers
Best iPhone 3D scanner app: Pro comparison of Voxelio, Polycam & Scaniverse for real workflows—save $400+ annually with on-device processing.

The Best Free 3D Scanner App for iPhone in 2026 (No Subscription Required)
Find the best free 3D scanner app without hidden fees. Voxelio offers zero-cost scanning with four capture modes—no subscriptions, no uploads required.

Capturing Buildings in 3D: A Practical Architectural Scanning Tutorial
Discover how 3D scanning architecture with iPhone LiDAR cuts site time by 70% and prevents costly rework—with practical field protocols and export workflows included.

Building a 3D Scanning Library: Tools, Formats, and Organization Tips
Organize your 3D scanning library systematically to prevent 39% productivity loss and recover research value from orphaned assets.

3D Scanning for Architecture: From Heritage Preservation to BIM Workflows
Cut field time 50-70% with 3D scanning architecture. Eliminate costly measurement errors and master LiDAR, photogrammetry & Revit integration workflows.

NeRF 3D Scanning: How Neural Radiance Fields Are Changing Capture Forever
Discover why NeRF 3D scanning outperforms traditional photogrammetry for photorealistic renders—train neural radiance fields in minutes, not hours.

GOM 3D Scanning: Capabilities, Use Cases, and Modern Alternatives
GOM 3D scanning delivers 0.035 mm accuracy for precision manufacturing. Discover when it's worth $50K–200K versus free smartphone alternatives.

How Engineers Use 3D Scanning to Accelerate Design and Reverse Engineering
3D scanning engineering with smartphone LiDAR cuts measurement time from weeks to minutes—discover when it replaces service bureaus.