RTAB-Map Alternatives3D Scanners and other similar apps like RTAB-Map

RTAB-Map is described as '(Real-Time Appearance-Based Mapping) is an Open Source LiDAR / RGB-D / Stereo Graph-Based SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) approach based on an online incremental appearance-based loop closure detector' and is a 3D Scanner in the photos & graphics category. There are seven alternatives to RTAB-Map for a variety of platforms, including Windows, Android, iPhone, Android Tablet and iPad apps. The best RTAB-Map alternative is 3D Scan Pro, which is free. Other great apps like RTAB-Map are Scaniverse, ReconstructMe, Qlone and Scan from Life.

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RTAB-Map (Real-Time Appearance-Based Mapping) is an Open Source LiDAR / RGB-D / Stereo Graph-Based SLAM (Simultaneous...

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RTAB-Map alternatives page was last updated May 7, 2025
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  1. 3D Scan Pro icon

    3D Scan Pro

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    This app requires an iPhone with LiDAR sensors (iPhone 12 Pro or a newer Pro model).

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • DE flagGermany
    • European Union flagEU

    Platforms

    • iPhone
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    Properties

    1.  Privacy focused

    Features

    1.  Ad-free
    2.  Works Offline
    3.  No Tracking
    4.  No registration required
    5.  Image to 3D

    3D Scan Pro VS RTAB-Map

     

    • 3D Scan Pro is the most popular iPhone alternative to RTAB-Map.

    • 3D Scan Pro is the most popular free alternative to RTAB-Map.

    • 3D Scan Pro is Freemium and ProprietaryRTAB-Map is Free and Open Source
    • 3D Scan Pro is Privacy focusedRTAB-Map is not according to our users
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    Scaniverse

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    Scaniverse lets you capture, edit, and share 3D content directly from your phone. Using gaussian splatting, photogrammetry, and LiDAR (when available), it builds 3D models with high fidelity and stunning detail.

    28 Scaniverse alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
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    Scaniverse Features

    1.  Augmented Reality
    2.  Procedural Modeling
    3.  3D Sculpting
    4.  Mobile Scanner
    5.  Scanner

    Scaniverse VS RTAB-Map

     

    • Scaniverse is the most popular Android, iPad & Android Tablet alternative to RTAB-Map.

    • Scaniverse is Free and ProprietaryRTAB-Map is Free and Open Source
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    ReconstructMe

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    ReconstructMe employs breakthrough technology to capture 3D models in real time. Point your camera anywhere and create a scan instantly.

    License model

    • Free Personal • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Windows
    ReconstructMe screenshot 1

    ReconstructMe Features

    1.  3D Sculpting
    2.  Keyframe Animation

    ReconstructMe VS RTAB-Map

     

    • ReconstructMe is the most popular Windows alternative to RTAB-Map.

    • ReconstructMe is Free Personal and ProprietaryRTAB-Map is Free and Open Source
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    Qlone

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    Qlone is a super-fast and easy to use tool for 3D scanning & AR. Use your phone's camera to capture then seamlessly export the results to many platforms, 3D file formats and 3D printers. Scanning is easy, just place your object in the middle of a custom mat and the...

    7 Qlone alternatives

    License model

    • Free • Proprietary

    Application types

    Country of Origin

    • GB flagUnited Kingdom

    Platforms

    • Android
    • iPhone
    • Android Tablet
    • iPad
    Qlone screenshot 1

    Qlone VS RTAB-Map

     

  6. Scan from Life

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    3D Scanning with Kinect v2.

    License model

    Application type

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Windows

    Scan from Life VS RTAB-Map

     

    • Scan from Life is the most popular commercial alternative to RTAB-Map.

    • Scan from Life is Paid and ProprietaryRTAB-Map is Free and Open Source
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    SCANN3D

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    Scann3D deploys patent pending photogrammetry technology to enable true 3D model capture and reconstruction for smartphones and tablets. Your device becomes a standalone tool to turn images into 3D models - all your images are processed by and on it.

    License model

    • Freemium • Proprietary

    Application types

    Platforms

    • Android
    • Android Tablet
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    SCANN3D VS RTAB-Map

     
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    Skanect

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    With Skanect, capturing a full color 3D model of an object, a person or a room has never been so easy and affordable. Skanect transforms your Microsoft Kinect or Asus Xtion camera into an ultra-low cost 3D scanner able to create 3D meshes out of real scenes in a few minutes.

    License model

    Country of Origin

    • US flagUnited States

    Platforms

    • Mac
    • Windows
    3D Capture

    Skanect Features

    1.  Scanner

    Skanect VS RTAB-Map

     

    • Skanect is the most popular Mac alternative to RTAB-Map.

    • Skanect is Paid and ProprietaryRTAB-Map is Free and Open Source
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