Splatcatcher
Splatcatcher: A focused iPhone LiDAR path to COLMAP datasets and local Gaussian splat training. Ranked #26 of 29 in Gaussian Splatting Software by our editors (6.0/10); pricing: Free; best for iPhone Pro LiDAR capture feeding desktop trainers.
At a glance
- Editor score6.0 / 10
- PricingFree
- Best foriPhone Pro LiDAR capture feeding desktop trainers
- Free planNo
- Paid fromFree
- Mobile captureYes
- Facts checked13 Oct 2026
Where it wins
- Live coverage and tracking-drift warnings guide capture quality.
- On-device pose refinement and autofocus-drift correction improve datasets.
- Exports standard COLMAP files with colored point-cloud initialization data.
Where it doesn't
- Capture requires an iPhone Pro with LiDAR and runs only on iOS.
- There is no scene editor or web viewer for broader review workflows.
- The $0 plan is offered for a limited time rather than as a permanent tier.
Our verdict on Splatcatcher
Splatcatcher is an iPhone LiDAR capture app for producing training data for 3D Gaussian Splatting. It records images, camera poses and a colored point cloud, then exports a standard COLMAP folder for desktop training. Live coverage views, motion-blur warnings, feature checks and tracking-drift alerts help guide capture. The workflow is aimed at solo creators and small to mid-market teams using iPhone Pro hardware, including iPhone 12 Pro or later.
The published Free (limited time) plan costs $0 USD as a one-time price and includes LiDAR capture, COLMAP export, on-device pose refinement and iPhone splat viewing. After capture, Forge supports transfer to a local Mac or PC training workflow. Integrations include Spirula Studio, LichtFeld Studio, Postshot, COLMAP-compatible trainers and Forge, giving the exported dataset several desktop destinations without moving processing to a hosted web service.
Its strongest distinction is capture guidance on the device: the app shows surfaces seen from different angles, refines camera pose, corrects autofocus drift and supplies a colored LiDAR point cloud for splat initialization. The built-in viewer supports orbit, pan and zoom for checking results on the phone. The trade-off is a narrow mobile-to-desktop pipeline: iOS and LiDAR-capable iPhone Pro hardware are required, and there is no scene editor or web viewer. Choose Splatcatcher when capture quality and COLMAP handoff matter; choose another tool if you need cross-platform capture, browser review or in-app scene editing.
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Splatcatcher fact sheet
| Free plan | No |
|---|---|
| Paid from | Free |
| Capture sources | Photos |
| Processing location | Local |
| Splat scene editor | No |
| Real-time rendering | Yes |
| Mobile capture | Yes |
| Web viewer | No |
| Export formats | COLMAP folder: cameras.bin, images.bin, points3D.bin, JPG images |
| Deployment | Mobile |
| Platforms | iOS |
| Support | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Integrations | 5 integrations: Spirula Studio, LichtFeld Studio, Postshot, COLMAP-compatible trainers, Forge |
| Pricing | Free (source) |
| Website | splatcatcher.warp-gate.com |
| Facts checked | 13 Oct 2026 |
Splatcatcher integrations
Splatcatcher lists 5 integrations on its own site.
- Spirula Studio
- LichtFeld Studio
- Postshot
- COLMAP-compatible trainers
- Forge
Alternatives to Splatcatcher
- PolycamPolycam combines mobile capture, aerial mapping, Gaussian splats, and broad export options.8.8
- NVIDIA OmniverseA free NVIDIA platform for programmable synthetic data and RTX simulation.7.8
- LichtFeld StudioA capable local splat workspace for creators who want deep desktop control.7.7
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