How do the XGRIDS PortalCam and Matterport Pro3 compare in workflow and usability?
While both devices capture detailed 3D models, their workflows differ significantly. The XGRIDS PortalCam is built for speed, simplicity, and local processing, while the Matterport Pro3 uses a more structured, cloud-based approach.
PortalCam and Matterport Pro3 workflow table:
Feature | XGRIDS PortalCam | Matterport Pro3 |
Workflow style | Walk-and-capture scanning | Static scanning with multiple setups |
Capture process | Walk through the space to record; use built-in tripod as needed | Position scanner at multiple points; each scan ~20 seconds |
Processing | Local processing with LCC Studio | Cloud-based processing via Matterport platform |
Editing tools | Edit directly in LCC Studio | Edit in Workshop Editor |
Output | Interactive, photorealistic walkthroughs shared via simple link | Fixed-point 3D models with panoramic imagery |
Complexity | Quick, user-friendly and intuitive | More complex workflow, requires tiered subscriptions and extra fees for certain outputs |
Use case focus | Fast, flexible 3D capture for immersive visualisation from any angle | More structured virtual tours using panoramic imagery |
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