Artec Studio
Artec Studio: A Windows workflow for scanner capture, photogrammetry, CAD work, and inspection. Ranked #1 of 29 in 3D Scanning Software by our editors (9.2/10); pricing: 30-day trial; best for professional scanner capture and inspection.
At a glance
- Editor score9.2 / 10
- Pricing30-day trial
- Best forProfessional scanner capture and inspection
- Free planNo
- Paid from$480/user/yr
- Supported inputsArtec structured-light scanners, Artec LiDAR scanners, Artec target-based laser scanners, photos, videos, and camera-equipped devices
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Combines scanner capture, photogrammetry, editing, and inspection
- Includes reverse engineering, scan-to-CAD, and deviation analysis tools
- Offers workflow scripting and SDK/API access in professional workflows
Where it doesn't
- Lite plans do not support 3D scanning
- Pro Subscription costs $1,700 per year
- Pro Lifetime does not include scripting features
Our verdict on Artec Studio
Artec Studio is a Windows application for capturing, processing, editing, measuring, inspecting, and exporting 3D data. It supports Artec structured-light, LiDAR, and target-based laser scanners, along with photos, videos, and camera-equipped devices. The product is aimed at professional workflows such as reverse engineering, quality inspection, 3D modeling, documentation, and photogrammetry, rather than casual 3D scanning.
Pricing separates photogrammetry from full scanner workflows. The Trial provides full access to Artec Studio Pro for 30 days, but projects cannot be saved or exported. Lite Individual costs $48 per month or $480 per year for one user and personal, non-profit photogrammetry projects. Lite Business costs $96 per month or $960 per year for paid projects and business use. Neither Lite plan supports 3D scanning. Pro Subscription costs $1,700 per year and adds full 3D scan capture, processing, photogrammetry, professional editing, reverse engineering, inspection tools, workflow scripting, major feature updates, new algorithms, and 24/7 support. Pro Lifetime costs $4,300 one time and includes permanent access to the acquired version, but not scripting.
Its main strength is breadth across the 3D data workflow: point-cloud processing, mesh reconstruction and fusion, real-time fusion for supported scanners, mesh editing, scan-to-CAD tools, inspection, measurement, mapping, command-line processing, and programmatic control through an SDK/API. It exports formats including OBJ, PLY, STL, E57, USD, STEP, IGES, and X_T, and connects with Artec Cloud, SOLIDWORKS, Design X, and Control X. Choose Artec Studio when professional capture and inspection are central requirements. Choose another option if you need macOS support, a free permanent plan, or scanner support within a Lite subscription.
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Artec Studio fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $480/user/yr |
| Supported inputs | Artec structured-light scanners, Artec LiDAR scanners, Artec target-based laser scanners, photos, videos, and camera-equipped devices |
| Supported platforms | Windows 10 x64, Windows 11 |
| Point-cloud tools | Yes |
| Mesh reconstruction | Yes |
| Real-time capture | Yes |
| Export formats | OBJ, PLY, WRL, STL, AOP, ASC, Disney PTEX, E57, XYZRGB, USD, USDZ, PTX, BTX, XYZ, RCP, CSV, DXF, XML, STEP, IGES, X_T |
| API access | Yes |
| Free trial | 30 days |
| Deployment | Desktop |
| Platforms | Windows |
| Support | Email, Docs · 24/7 |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 4 integrations: Artec Cloud, SOLIDWORKS, Design X, Control X |
| Pricing | 30-day trial (source) |
| Website | artec3d.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Artec Studio integrations
Artec Studio lists 4 integrations on its own site.
- Artec Cloud
- SOLIDWORKS
- Design X
- Control X
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