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Head-to-head · 3D Scanning Software

Creaform.OS vs Structure

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Creaform.OS #2 in 3D Scanning Software 8.6/10 Pricing on request ✓ 2 of 4 features Visit Creaform
Structure #9 in 3D Scanning Software 7.9/10 7-day trial Free trial✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Structure

Creaform.OS leads on 0 checks, Structure on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCreaform.OS · 8.6/10
  • Free trialonly Structure
  • Most featuresStructure · 4 of 4

Creaform.OS scores higher on our rubric for 3d scanning software: 8.6 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #9.

Creaform.OS is the better fit for creaform hardware acquisition. Structure is the better fit for structure Sensor and Apple depth capture.

  • Creaform.OS fits best

    Creaform hardware acquisition

  • Structure fits best

    Structure Sensor and Apple depth capture

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Side by side

Feature Creaform.OS 8.6/10 Visit ↗ Structure 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.6 7.9
Ranking #2 in 3D Scanning Software #9 in 3D Scanning Software
Best for Creaform hardware acquisition Structure Sensor and Apple depth capture
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request —
Free plan — —
Free trial — 7 days
Deployment Desktop Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Windows Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android
Built for Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Creaform.OS 2/4 · Structure 4/4
Point-cloud tools Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Mesh reconstruction ✓ ✓
Real-time capture ✓ ✓
API access Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Specs
Supported inputs Creaform 3D scanners; optical CMMs; probe and photogrammetry workflows Structure Sensor ST01, ST02, ST03; Apple TrueDepth; Apple LiDAR
Supported platforms Windows 11 iOS, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
Export formats IGES, STEP, DXF OBJ, STL, PLY, GLB, GLTF, 3MF
Our review
Pros
  • Real-time capture with live mesh visualization and feedback
  • Automatic shutter control and smart resolution selection
  • Integrations across major engineering ecosystems
  • Real-time capture with mesh reconstruction and point-cloud processing
  • Exports OBJ, STL, PLY, GLB, GLTF, and 3MF files
  • SDK includes landmarks, measurements, quality indicators, and integrations
Cons
  • Supports Windows 11 rather than multiple operating systems
  • Standalone Creaform.OS pricing requires contact with sales
  • Export formats are limited to IGES, STEP, and DXF
  • No free plan is available
  • Advanced capabilities are concentrated in higher SDK tiers
  • Capture and SDK offerings serve different use cases
Our verdict

Creaform.OS is an integrated operating software platform included with Creaform 3D measuring and scanning devices. It supports acquisition workflows for Creaform 3D scanners and optical CMMs, as well as probe and photogrammetry workflows.…

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Structure combines 3D scanning software with development tools for healthcare, clinical, industrial, and augmented-reality workflows. Structure Capture turns compatible iPhones and iPads, Structure Sensor hardware, Apple TrueDepth, and…

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  1. Creaform.OS3D Scanning Software 8.6Pricing on request
  2. Structure3D Scanning Software 7.97-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Creaform.OS — where it wins

    • Real-time capture with live mesh visualization and feedback
    • Automatic shutter control and smart resolution selection
    • Integrations across major engineering ecosystems

    Where it doesn't

    • Supports Windows 11 rather than multiple operating systems
    • Standalone Creaform.OS pricing requires contact with sales
    • Export formats are limited to IGES, STEP, and DXF

  • Structure — where it wins

    • Real-time capture with mesh reconstruction and point-cloud processing
    • Exports OBJ, STL, PLY, GLB, GLTF, and 3MF files
    • SDK includes landmarks, measurements, quality indicators, and integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Advanced capabilities are concentrated in higher SDK tiers
    • Capture and SDK offerings serve different use cases

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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