3D Scanner Comparison

Matterport Pro3 vs Pro2: Current vs Previous Generation

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

Feature	Matterport Pro3	Matterport Pro2
Range	0.5–100m (100m only with E57 export)	~5m (structured light)
Accuracy	±20mm @ 10m	±1% (Matterport compare page)
LiDAR	Yes — 904nm class 1	No (structured light)
Camera	134.2 MP output panorama	134 MP equirectangular panorama
Outdoor	Rated "Excellent" by Matterport	Rated "Fair" by Matterport
Capture Time	< 20 seconds	20 s (spec article) / 24–40 s (compare page)
Cloud Integration	Full	Full
Weight	2.2 kg	3.5 kg (spec article) / 3.4 kg (compare page)

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Option A Matterport

Matterport Pro3

Latest LiDAR-Enabled Capture

The Matterport Pro3 adds LiDAR for outdoor scanning, higher accuracy, and faster capture. The professional choice for Matterport digital twins.

Pros

LiDAR for outdoor
Better accuracy than Pro2
Faster scanning
Sunny outdoor capable
Professional results

Cons

Higher cost
Subscription still required
Still not survey-grade

Best For

Mixed indoor/outdoorReal estate professionalCommercial propertiesWhere outdoor matters

Option B Matterport

Matterport Pro2

Proven Indoor Capture

The Matterport Pro2 is the established camera for indoor 3D tours. Excellent image quality for virtual tours without LiDAR complexity.

Pros

Proven reliability
Lower cost
About 8 hours of continuous battery
Excellent for interiors
Large installed base

Cons

Matterport rates outdoor suitability only "Fair"
Depth limited to about 5m
Heavier than the Pro3 (3.5 kg vs 2.2 kg)
Aging technology

Best For

Indoor virtual toursResidential real estateBudget operationsInterior-only projects

Our Expert Verdict

Winner: Matterport Pro3

Pro3 is the clear upgrade with LiDAR for outdoor and better accuracy. Pro2 remains viable for indoor-only budget operations but new purchases should consider Pro3.

Choose Matterport Pro3 if...

Choose Pro3 for any project with outdoor areas, commercial properties, or when accuracy matters.

Choose Matterport Pro2 if...

Choose Pro2 for indoor-only residential work where budget is the primary concern.

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Matterport Pro3

Official Pro3 technical specifications ↗

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Matterport Pro2

Official Pro2 technical specifications ↗

Source: support.matterport.com ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pro3 worth the upgrade?

Yes for professionals. LiDAR outdoor capability alone justifies the upgrade for commercial work.

Can Pro2 scan outdoors?

Very limited. Bright conditions fail. Pro3 with LiDAR handles outdoor properly.

Which for real estate?

Pro2 fine for residential interiors. Pro3 better for commercial properties with outdoor areas.

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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.