Pix4D vs Metashape vs RealityCapture: Photogrammetry Software Showdown
An expert comparison to help you choose the right equipment for your project.
| Feature | Pix4Dmapper | Agisoft Metashape | RealityCapture |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processing | GPU accelerated | GPU accelerated | Fastest |
| Output | Ortho, DSM, 3D | Mesh, ortho, DEM | Mesh, ortho |
| Cloud | Pix4D Cloud | - | - |
| Support | Enterprise | - | - |
| Integration | Wide | - | - |
Pix4Dmapper
Industry Standard
Pix4D is the industry standard for professional drone mapping and photogrammetry.
Pros
- Industry standard
- Great documentation
- Cloud option
- Wide integration
Cons
- Subscription model
- Higher price
- Processing time
Best For
Agisoft Metashape
Versatile Value
Metashape offers powerful photogrammetry at an affordable perpetual license.
Pros
- Perpetual license
- Great value
- Python scripting
- Versatile output
Cons
- Slower processing
- Less polish
- Smaller community
Best For
RealityCapture
Speed Champion
RealityCapture is the fastest photogrammetry software with maximum quality.
Pros
- Fastest processing
- Best quality
- Large datasets
- Flexible pricing
Cons
- Windows only
- Credit system
- Steeper learning
Best For
Our Expert Verdict
Pix4D for enterprise, Metashape for value, RealityCapture for speed.
Choose Pix4Dmapper if...
Choose Pix4D for enterprise workflows and industry-standard output.
Choose Agisoft Metashape if...
Choose Metashape for affordable perpetual licensing and scripting.
Choose RealityCapture if...
Choose RealityCapture for fastest processing and maximum quality.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which software is fastest?
RealityCapture is significantly faster. Metashape is slowest. Pix4D is middle-ground.
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