Polycam supports a wide range of devices with varying capabilities. Below, you’ll find an up-to-date list of compatible devices categorized by their scanning capabilities, along with visuals of back camera layouts to help you determine if your device is supported.
Supported Devices by Capability
LiDAR-Compatible Devices
| Device Type | Models | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| iPhones | iPhone 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max iPhone 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max iPhone 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max iPhone 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max iPhone 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max |
Features a circular black LiDAR sensor near the camera. |
| iPads | iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation and later) iPad Pro 12.9-inch (4th generation and later) iPad Pro 13-inch (M4) |
Photogrammetry-Compatible Devices
| Device Type | Models | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| iPhones | iPhone X and newer | Works without LiDAR but relies on high-quality cameras. |
| iPads | iPad Pro (2018 and later) | |
| Android | Samsung Galaxy S20 and newer Google Pixel 6 and newer |
Works best on flagship devices with high-resolution cameras.
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How to Identify a LiDAR Scanner
Look for a circular black dot near the camera module on Apple Pro devices