# Polycam: 3D Scanner & Editor

> Scan and Create Stunning 3D Models with Ease. Edit and Share with Polycam.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/ai.polycam](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ai.polycam)

## Overview

- **ID:** `ai.polycam`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Polycam
- **Category:** PHOTOGRAPHY
- **Downloads:** 4,004,497
- **Rating:** 3.44 / 5 (24,025 ratings)
- **Version:** 4.0.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-14
- **First published:** 2022-04-03
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 157 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-23
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=ai.polycam)
- **Website:** [https://poly.cam](https://poly.cam/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://poly.cam/legal/privacy-policy](https://poly.cam/legal/privacy-policy)

## Description

Polycam is a top-rated Android app designed to transform your photography by creating stunning 3D models through advanced photogrammetry technology. Ideal for architects, artists, designers, contractors, and photographers, this app allows you to scan complex objects and scenes with intricate detail and edit your captures using powerful tools. Crop, rotate, and rescale your 3D models for perfect composition, then export them in various formats including .obj, .fbx, .stl, and more with Polycam Pro.

Beyond capturing and editing, Polycam fosters a vibrant community where users can share their creations and discover 3D captures from around the globe. With its user-friendly interface and compatibility on devices with 2GB+ RAM, Polycam is the ultimate tool to unleash your creativity and elevate your digital projects.

## Rankings

- #28,448 — Overall
- #51 — Photography (Gross)
- #199 — Photography (Free)
- #21 — camera scanning

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `ai.polycam.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Overall: Users praise Polycam for high-detail scans, fast workflows, and easy exports (DWG/OBJ/STL) with a simple UI. However, they repeatedly cite access and cost barriers: mandatory accounts, sign-up/login problems, subscriptions required for exporting, quotas and perceived hidden charges, and refund/billing friction. Several reviews question Android availability (some claim iPhone-only) and report reliability issues (failed captures, poor room scans, background not removed). Import limits (no own data import, no drone video) also surface. The app shows strong potential, but access, cost, and reliability concerns limit its usefulness for many users.

### Pros

- High-detail scans and accurate 3D models, especially with curved objects, with good remeshing.
- Fast workflow that saves time and lets you measure on the model later.
- Easy export to common formats like DWG, OBJ, and STL for integration.
- User-friendly interface and simple UI.
- Some free scans or trial period available for evaluation.

### Cons

- Pricing and licensing barriers: export requires a paid subscription; free tier is limited and there are quotas.
- Account signup/login friction and Android compatibility issues (mandatory accounts; sign-up problems; some reviews say iOS-only).
- Reliability issues: failed captures/uploads and inconsistent results for room scans.
- Data import restrictions: no option to import your own data and no drone video support.
- Refunds and billing friction: difficulty cancelling or obtaining refunds.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/ai.polycam)