JMStudio
JMStudio: A free, multi-device workflow for capturing, refining, and exporting 3D scans. Ranked #7 of 29 in 3D Scanning Software by our editors (7.9/10); pricing: Free plan; best for free scanner software across devices.
At a glance
- Editor score7.9 / 10
- PricingFree plan
- Best forFree scanner software across devices
- Free planYes
- Paid fromFree
- Supported inputs3DMakerpro Fox, Toucan, Moose, Seal, Mole, Lynx, and Whale scanners
- Founded2015 · Shenzhen, China
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Free software with Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android support
- AI tracking, scan optimization, point-cloud processing, and mesh tools
- Exports STL, OBJ, PLY, ASC, and RSCAN with CAD and DCC integrations
Where it doesn't
- Supports 3DMakerpro Fox, Toucan, Moose, Seal, Mole, Lynx, and Whale scanners
- Texture mapping requires compatible scanners
- Desktop support is limited to Windows 10/11 64-bit and macOS 12/13/14
Our verdict on JMStudio
JMStudio is 3DMakerpro’s free application for capturing, processing, refining, and exporting 3D scan data. It is intended for users of 3DMakerpro Fox, Toucan, Moose, Seal, Mole, Lynx, and Whale scanners who need workflows for CAD, 3D modeling, reverse engineering, or 3D printing. Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android support gives it a broad device footprint, while real-time visual feedback and markerless AI tracking support the capture stage.
Its strongest area is the scan-processing workflow. JMStudio includes one-click optimization, point-cloud noise removal, surface smoothing, mesh simplification, mesh reconstruction, and watertight STL generation for 3D printing. Color and texture mapping are available with compatible scanners. The software can export to STL, OBJ, PLY, ASC, and RSCAN, covering common handoffs into modeling, CAD, and printing workflows.
Integration breadth is another practical advantage. JMStudio lists Autodesk CAD, Blender, Fusion 360, Cinema 4D, Maya, Rhino, SolidWorks, and ZBrush among its integrations. That makes it a reasonable fit for users moving scan data into established design, engineering, or digital-content applications. It is less suitable for people seeking scanner-agnostic software, since its supported inputs are limited to listed 3DMakerpro devices. Choose JMStudio if you own compatible hardware and want a free capture-to-export workflow across desktop and mobile devices; choose an alternative if broad scanner compatibility is the priority.
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JMStudio pricing
JMStudio fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Supported inputs | 3DMakerpro Fox, Toucan, Moose, Seal, Mole, Lynx, and Whale scanners |
| Supported platforms | Windows 10/11 64-bit; macOS 12/13/14; Android; iOS |
| Point-cloud tools | Yes |
| Mesh reconstruction | Yes |
| Real-time capture | Yes |
| Export formats | STL, OBJ, PLY, ASC, RSCAN |
| API access | Not verified |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop, Mobile |
| Platforms | Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Community, Docs |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 8 integrations: Autodesk CAD, Blender, Fusion 360, Cinema 4D, Maya, Rhino … |
| Pricing | Free plan |
| Website | store.3dmakerpro.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
JMStudio integrations
JMStudio lists 8 integrations on its own site.
- Autodesk CAD
- Blender
- Fusion 360
- Cinema 4D
- Maya
- Rhino
- SolidWorks
- ZBrush
Alternatives to JMStudio
- Artec StudioA Windows workflow for scanner capture, photogrammetry, CAD work, and inspection.9.2
- Creaform.OSA focused acquisition and inspection environment for Creaform hardware workflows.8.6
- Autodesk ReCap ProA broad reality-capture suite for teams working across scanning, BIM, and Autodesk tools.8.2
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