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CloudCompare

3D point cloud and mesh processing software. Open Source Project.

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Overview

CloudCompare is a versatile open-source project for 3D point cloud and mesh processing. It provides a set of basic tools for manual editing and rendering, as well as advanced algorithms for registration, distance computation, segmentation, and more. It is widely used in both academic and professional settings.

✨ Key Features

  • Point cloud registration (ICP)
  • Cloud-to-cloud and cloud-to-mesh distance computation
  • Statistical analysis and filtering
  • Segmentation tools
  • Cross-platform (Windows, macOS, Linux)

🎯 Key Differentiators

  • Completely free and open-source.
  • Highly extensible through plugins.
  • Strong community support and active development.

Unique Value: Provides a comprehensive and extensible set of point cloud processing tools at no cost, making advanced analysis accessible to everyone.

🎯 Use Cases (4)

Research and development Geology and environmental sciences Archaeology and cultural heritage Quick analysis and inspection tasks

✅ Best For

  • Comparing two point clouds to detect changes over time.
  • Segmenting a point cloud into different components for analysis.

💡 Check With Vendor

Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:

  • Users requiring a polished, commercially supported, all-in-one BIM workflow.
  • Creating detailed, parametric BIM models directly.

🏆 Alternatives

Autodesk ReCap Pro Trimble RealWorks Leica Cyclone

Offers a powerful, free alternative to expensive commercial software, with a strong focus on scientific and analytical algorithms.

💻 Platforms

Desktop

✅ Offline Mode Available

🔌 Integrations

Various plugins extend functionality Supports numerous file formats for interoperability

💰 Pricing

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Free Tier Available

Free tier: Full functionality, no limits.

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