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PointCab vs Leica Cyclone: Efficient vs Comprehensive

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

Feature PointCab Origins Leica Cyclone
Focus 2D extraction -
Speed Fast plans -
Output CAD-ready drawings 2D and 3D
Learning Easy to learn -
Price Competitive -
Option A PointCab

PointCab Origins

Efficient 2D Extraction

PointCab Origins specializes in efficient 2D plan extraction from point clouds.

Pros

  • Fast 2D extraction
  • Easy to learn
  • CAD-ready output
  • Affordable
  • Efficient workflow

Cons

  • 2D focused
  • Limited 3D
  • Smaller ecosystem

Best For

2D plansAs-built drawingsQuick deliveryCAD workflows
Option B Leica

Leica Cyclone

Full Processing Suite

Cyclone provides comprehensive point cloud processing for all project types.

Pros

  • Comprehensive
  • Advanced modeling
  • Full ecosystem
  • Enterprise support

Cons

  • Higher cost
  • Complex
  • Overkill for simple needs

Best For

Full processingComplex projectsEnterpriseMulti-deliverable

Our Expert Verdict

Depends on Your Needs

PointCab for efficient 2D extraction. Cyclone for comprehensive processing needs.

Choose PointCab Origins if...

Choose PointCab for fast, efficient 2D plan extraction from scans.

Choose Leica Cyclone if...

Choose Cyclone for comprehensive processing and advanced 3D modeling.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use PointCab with Leica data?

Yes, PointCab supports E57 and most major scan formats from any scanner brand.

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Leica
Current Gen
Leica

Leica Cyclone REGISTER 360

Point Cloud Registration

Platform Desktop
Features Automatic registration, VIS support
Publishing TruView cloud hosting
Leica scanner users Survey professionals

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