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NavVis VLX3 vs VLX2: Latest vs Previous Generation

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

Feature	NavVis VLX3	NavVis VLX2
Range	Up to 50m	Up to 50m
Accuracy	5mm local (500 m² test environment)	6mm local (500 m² test environment)
Scan Rate	1.28M pts/sec (2 × 640,000, datasheet v2409)	600K pts/sec (2 × 300,000, datasheet v2409)
Cameras	4 × 20 MP	4 × 20 MP
LiDAR	2 × 32-layer, 905 nm	2 × 16-layer, 903 nm
Capture	Walk & Scan	Walk & Scan
Output	Point Cloud + Panoramas	Point Cloud + Panoramas
Weight	8.5 kg	8.7 kg

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Option A NavVis

NavVis VLX3

Next-Generation Mobile Mapping

The NavVis VLX3 is the latest wearable mobile mapping system, with dual 32-layer LiDAR and four 20 MP panoramic cameras for large-scale indoor mapping.

Pros

Dual 32-layer LiDAR
Tighter published accuracy (5mm vs 6mm)
Higher point rate
Hot-swappable batteries
Control-point support

Cons

Premium pricing
Still requires training
Complex system

Best For

Large facilitiesHigh-volume productionFactory floorsWarehouses and logistics

Option B NavVis

NavVis VLX2

Proven Mobile Mapping Platform

The NavVis VLX2 is the 16-layer member of NavVis's current LX-Series, with proven reliability. Excellent for large-scale indoor capture with established workflows.

Pros

Proven reliability
Established workflows
Same 4 × 20 MP camera array as the VLX3
Lower cost than VLX3

Cons

16-layer instead of 32-layer LiDAR
Roughly half the point rate
6mm rather than 5mm published accuracy
Slightly heavier

Best For

Budget-conscious large mappingIndoor-focused projectsExisting VLX users

Our Expert Verdict

Winner: NavVis VLX3

The VLX3 upgrades the LiDAR — 32-layer instead of 16-layer, roughly double the point rate, and 5mm rather than 6mm published local accuracy. Cameras, range, IP rating, battery system and operating temperature are identical. NavVis still lists both in its current LX-Series.

Choose NavVis VLX3 if...

Choose VLX3 for new operations requiring the densest point clouds and the tightest published accuracy.

Choose NavVis VLX2 if...

Choose VLX2 if already invested in the platform or when budget matters more than point density.

Download the Spec Sheets

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NavVis VLX 3

Current datasheet (v2409) (PDF) · 0.1 MB

Source: knowledge.navvis.com ↗

NavVis VLX 2

Current datasheet (v2409) (PDF) · 0.1 MB

Source: knowledge.navvis.com ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is VLX3 worth the upgrade from VLX2?

For heavy users, yes — the VLX3 doubles the LiDAR layers (32 vs 16) and the point rate, and NavVis publishes 5mm local accuracy against 6mm. The camera array is identical (4 × 20 MP), so imagery is unchanged.

Can VLX2 still handle professional projects?

Absolutely — and NavVis has not retired it. The VLX2 remains part of the current LX-Series lineup and is capable for most indoor mapping applications.