3D Scanner Comparison

FARO Focus Core vs Premium vs Max vs Swift: Complete FARO Lineup

An expert comparison to help you choose the right equipment for your project.

Feature	FARO Focus Core	FARO Focus Premium	FARO Focus Premium Max	FARO Focus Swift
Range	0.5–100m @ 90% reflectivity	0.5–200m @ 90% reflectivity	0.5–400m @ 90% reflectivity	-
Accuracy	2mm @ 10m / 3.5mm @ 25m	2mm @ 10m / 3.5mm @ 25m	2mm @ 10m / 3.5mm @ 25m	-
Scan Rate	Up to 2 MPts/sec	Up to 2 MPts/sec	-	-
HDR	Yes	-	-	-

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Option A FARO

FARO Focus Core

Essential Scanning

Entry-level professional scanner for essential documentation needs.

Pros

Affordable FARO
Same 2mm @ 10m accuracy as the Premium
Same up-to-2 MPts/sec scan rate

Cons

100m range rather than 200m
Range is the only published difference

Best For

Entry professionalSimple projects

Option B FARO

FARO Focus Premium

Professional Standard

The professional choice with 200m range at 90% reflectivity and 2mm @ 10m 3D accuracy.

Pros

Long range
High accuracy
Integrated flash

Cons

Moderate speed
Premium price

Best For

Professional AECLarge sites

Option C FARO

FARO Focus Premium Max

Maximum Performance

The flagship Premium Max extends range to 400m at 90% reflectivity; accuracy, scan rate and the IP54 rating are shared with the Premium and Core.

Pros

400m range at 90% reflectivity
Same IP54 rating as the rest of the family
Hybrid Reality Capture (Flash) included perpetually

Cons

Highest price
Identical to the Premium below 200m

Best For

Outdoor scanningHarsh conditions

Option D FARO

FARO Focus Swift

Mobile Mapping

Wearable mobile scanner for walk-and-scan rapid capture.

Pros

Walk and scan
Fast coverage
No tripod

Cons

Lower accuracy
SLAM drift

Best For

Large facilitiesRapid capture

Our Expert Verdict

Depends on Your Needs

Core for budget, Premium for standard, Max for outdoor, Swift for mobile.

Choose FARO Focus Core if...

Choose Focus Core for entry-level professional scanning needs.

Choose FARO Focus Premium if...

Choose Focus Premium for most professional projects with range requirements.

Choose FARO Focus Premium Max if...

Choose Focus Premium Max for outdoor and harsh environment scanning.

Choose FARO Focus Swift if...

Choose Focus Swift for rapid mobile scanning of large facilities.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which FARO for outdoor scanning?

The Premium Max, for its 400m reach at 90% reflectivity. All three 2024-generation Focus models share the same IP54 rating and the same +5° to +40°C operating range (extended −10° to +55°C), so weather resistance is not the differentiator — range is.

Equipment Used

Professional Equipment In This Comparison

The professional equipment in this comparison, compared spec by spec. Specifications shown are the manufacturers' published figures. Models THE FUTURE 3D operates are identified on their own pages.

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