Artec Studio 20: Professional 3D data capture & processing
A powerful all-in-one professional 3D scanning & photogrammetry software for 3D modeling, reverse engineering, inspection, and more.
Create 3D models using any Artec 3D scan, video, or photos.
Make watertight, lightweight application-ready models.
Modify, polish model surfaces, and convert into CAD data.
Measure, inspect, and export for further analysis or modeling.
Trusted by top-notch professionals
One software. Infinite possibilities.
An all-in-one solution to support every stage of your workflow.
Digitize objects of all shapes and sizes
Whatever the scale of your ambitions, Artec Studio has all you need to create stunning 3D models.
Updated yearly
With annual updates bringing more advanced features to Artec Studio, 3D scanner users essentially upgrade to a new device every year.
2021 AS16
Extended CAD tools for inspection and reverse engineering, 2x faster HD Mode, 10x faster project loading, and photo-texturing for CGI models.
2022 AS17
Advanced scan-to-CAD operations: booleans, auto-surfacing, datum aligning & enhanced target support for metrology, faster and highly intuitive photo-texturing, and one-click export to Artec Cloud.
2023 AS18
Smart fusion unlocks multi-scanner projects, Compare map improved for deeper analysis, PtB certification gained, chamfer, fillet & draft angle reverse engineering introduced.
2024 AS19
Much quicker fusion and simplification for 2x faster data processing. Integration of photogrammetry, alongside Artec Point & Spider II, makes Artec Studio an all-in-one platform for turning scan, photo, or video data into 3D models.
2025 AS20
Custom workflows bring unprecedented automation. New features for the full Artec range, including Micro II HD mode, Spider II Autopilot, and enhanced masking for AI Photogrammetry. Wider integration and a revamped UI round off a landmark release.
Access & support
24/7 online support
Artec’s dedicated support team is available 24/7 to help you get the most out of Artec Studio, whether you need tips on troubleshooting or creating the perfect 3D model.
Hassle-free export
Export your data to any industry-leading reverse engineering or 3D modeling software as a mesh, point cloud, measurement, or CAD primitive. Artec Studio supports popular file types like OBJ, STEP, STL, and more. For more information, visit the dedicated Tech specs page.
Available in 16 languages
To ensure accessibility to individuals and teams all over the world, Artec Studio is available and fully functional in 16 languages: Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, Croatian, Czech, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Turkish, and Ukrainian.
Not ready to invest in a 3D scanner?
If you’re looking for an accessible solution that still delivers high-quality results, our entry-level software could be ideal.
Choose the plan that works for you
Get a lifetime license or an annual subscription with regular software updates and technical support.
Try Artec Studio’s features for free.
- Full access to Artec Studio Pro
- Explore what’s possible with a sample dataset
- No project saving or export
- Limited to 30 days
per month
Single user photogrammetry license
- Generate realistic 3D models from photos/video
- Access to Artec Studio Pro editing and analysis tools
- For personal, non-profit projects
- 3D scanning not supported
per month
Business user photogrammetry license
- Generate realistic 3D models from photos/video
- Access to Artec Studio Pro editing and analysis tools
- For paid projects/business use
- 3D scanning not supported
billed annually
Single user photogrammetry license
- Generate realistic 3D models from photos/video
- Access to Artec Studio Pro editing and analysis tools
- For personal, non-profit projects
- 3D scanning not supported
billed annually
Business user photogrammetry license
- Generate realistic 3D models from photos/video
- Access to Artec Studio Pro editing and analysis tools
- For paid projects/business use
- 3D scanning not supported
per year
All-in-one professional 3D scanning software
- Full 3D scan data capture, processing & photogrammetry
- Professional editing, reverse engineering & inspection tools
- Wider export functionality
- Major feature updates and new algorithms
- Scripting functionality
- Comprehensive support 24/7
one-time payment
All-in-one professional 3D scanning software
- Full 3D scan data capture, processing & photogrammetry
- Professional editing, reverse engineering & inspection tools
- Wider export functionality
- Comprehensive support 24/7
- Permanent access to acquired version of Artec Studio
- No scripting feature access
Got a question about the new & improved Artec Studio?
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Which types of data can I use to build a 3D model in Artec Studio?
Artec Studio now supports photo, video, and 3D scan data. That means you can create 3D models using data captured with pretty much any camera-equipped device.
Previous versions of our software required you to own a 3D scanner. Now anyone can use their smartphone to take photos or videos and then turn these into beautifully textured 3D models.
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What can I capture using Artec 3D scanning?
With Artec Studio 20, it’s possible to turn pretty much anything you can think of into a 3D model. Capture tiny objects with submillimeter details using Artec handheld and desktop 3D scanners, scan massive structures with LiDAR, or deploy a drone to photograph entire landscapes.
There’s no limit to 3D model complexity either. Whether you need to capture dark, shiny objects, or those with fine surface features, Artec Studio has all the tools required to maximize results.
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Which 3D scanners does Artec Studio support?
Artec Studio may now feature photogrammetry, but it remains an industry-leading professional 3D scanning software that supports structured-light, LiDAR, and target-based laser devices.
This includes the entire Artec 3D scanning range: the wireless Artec Leo, metrology-grade Spider II, versatile structured-light Eva, as well as the industrial Point, desktop Micro II, LiDAR Ray II, Metrology Kit, and a selection of previous models. More information can be found in the software’s technical specifications.
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How does photogrammetry work in Artec Studio?
Simply take photos or capture a video of an object from all angles and upload the data to Artec Studio. Then choose object or scene reconstruction (whichever it is you’re aiming to digitize) and the software’s advanced algorithms will do the rest.
For a deeper dive into how the technology works, visit the Artec Studio Photogrammetry page.
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What can I capture that wasn’t possible with 3D scanning?
Professional 3D scanning works brilliantly in applications like reverse engineering and inspection – where high accuracy is vital. Photogrammetry offers a less accurate alternative that still delivers highly textured, realistic-looking models.
As photogrammetry data is captured with a camera rather than a 3D scanner, the technology is occasionally more versatile. Photogrammetry images can be taken from a drone or an underwater vehicle, for instance, where it’s not possible for 3D scanners to go.
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What are Workflows in Artec Studio?
Workflows are pipelines for creating 3D models that you can customize to meet your exact application needs. These can be triggered at the click of a button to automate common tasks and accelerate data processing by up to 70%. Users can also configure Workflows to send models to third-party software, or use scripting to process bulk datasets even faster.
Choose the plan that works for you
Try Artec Studio’s features for free.
- Full access to Artec Studio Pro
- Explore what’s possible with a sample dataset
- No project saving or export
- Limited to 30 days
per month
Single user photogrammetry license
- Generate realistic 3D models from photos/video
- Access to Artec Studio Pro editing and analysis tools
- For personal, non-profit projects
- 3D scanning not supported
per month
Business user photogrammetry license
- Generate realistic 3D models from photos/video
- Access to Artec Studio Pro editing and analysis tools
- For paid projects/business use
- 3D scanning not supported
billed annually
Single user photogrammetry license
- Generate realistic 3D models from photos/video
- Access to Artec Studio Pro editing and analysis tools
- For personal, non-profit projects
- 3D scanning not supported
billed annually
Business user photogrammetry license
- Generate realistic 3D models from photos/video
- Access to Artec Studio Pro editing and analysis tools
- For paid projects/business use
- 3D scanning not supported
per year
All-in-one professional 3D scanning software
- Full 3D scan data capture, processing & photogrammetry
- Professional editing, reverse engineering & inspection tools
- Wider export functionality
- Major feature updates and new algorithms
- Scripting functionality
- Comprehensive support 24/7
one-time payment
All-in-one professional 3D scanning software
- Full 3D scan data capture, processing & photogrammetry
- Professional editing, reverse engineering & inspection tools
- Wider export functionality
- Comprehensive support 24/7
- Permanent access to acquired version of Artec Studio
- No scripting feature access
Compare plans
Got a question about the new & improved Artec Studio?
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Lite vs Pro: What’s the difference?
Lite is essentially a stripped back version of the same industry-leading Artec Studio software that users have come to know and love. The main difference is that Lite doesn’t include 3D scanning functionality – it only generates 3D models using photogrammetry.
Pro is the full Artec Studio package. Users can still use photogrammetry, or choose to capture higher accuracy 3D scans for more demanding use cases, and process data to create detailed meshes for reverse engineering and inspection. There are more export file types available as well, and annual subscribers can access advanced automation features like scripting.
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Can I upgrade my Lite license to the Pro version?
Sure! If you’d like to unlock the 3D scan functionality and a broader feature set, feel free to contact our sales team at sales@artec3d.com. We’ll get you upgraded in no time at all.
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Do you offer a free trial?
We offer a trial version of Artec Studio Pro. This includes full access to 3D scanning and photogrammetry, but there’s no export functionality and it’s limited to a 30-day period.
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What’s the difference between AS Lite Individual & Business?
In accordance with the rights and obligations listed under Artec Studio Lite’s End User License Agreement (EULA), users agree to download the correct license for their needs. The EULA agreement outlines which projects and applications are covered under each version. Artec Studio Lite Individual is strictly for personal, non-commercial usage. Artec Studio Lite Business is the correct license to use for paid/commercial projects.
Users are kindly reminded that violation of this EULA agreement by signatories may carry legal implications under applicable law.
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Which payment methods do you accept?
You can either pay directly on our website via credit card. If you want to pay by invoice, get in touch with us at sales@artec3d.com.
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Do you offer discounts?
Users who buy annual Artec Studio Lite Individual or Business licenses get 12 months for the price of 10.
Those acquiring five-year subscriptions to Artec Studio Lite Individual or Business or seeking multiple licenses should contact us directly at sales@artec3d.com to discuss pricing.
Artec Studio 20 tech specs
| Import formats | |
|---|---|
| Artec 3D format, scans, meshes, point clouds | ^ |
| CAD formats | SAT, STEP, IGES, X_T |
| Photos, videos | BMP, JPG, PNG, TIF, MOV, MP4, AVI, M4V, 3G2, 3GP, 3GP2, 3GPP |
| Export formats | |
|---|---|
| Meshes | OBJ, PLY, WRL, STL, AOP, ASC, Disney PTEX, E57, XYZRGB, USD, USDZ |
| Point clouds | PTX, BTX, XYZ, RCP |
| Reference targets | OBC |
| Measurements | CSV, DXF, XML |
| CAD | STEP, IGES, X_T |
| Hardware support | |
|---|---|
| 3D scanners compatible with Artec Studio 20 | Artec Eva, Leo, Metrology Kit, Micro II, Point, Ray II, Spider II, plus discontinued models: Micro, Ray, Spider, Space Spider, Medit D700, MH and MHT series AG, AC, W2, and T2 |
| For full information on compatibility with discontinued scanners, please contact support@artec3d.com. |
| System requirements | |
|---|---|
| Supported OS | Windows 10 x64, Windows 11 |
| Recommended computer requirements | 13th or 14th Gen Intel Core i7 or i9 processors, RTX 4070 8 GB |
| Minimum computer requirements | 12th Gen Intel Core i9 processor, RTX 4060 8 GB |
Specifications provided as a guide, system requirements differ by capture device. Detailed hardware requirements can be found in the Artec Support Center.
Compare Artec Studio
| Fast, powerful 3D processing | |||
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| Multi-scanner pipeline | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| NEW: Workflows | ^ | ||
| Multi-scanner Smart Fusion | Fine-tuning of scanner-specific data | Fine-tunning of scanner-specific data | ^ |
| Multi-scanner Global Registration | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Fusion: speed | ^ | ^ | 10% faster and with 30% less RAM |
| Fusion: exclude faulty frames | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Global Registration | ^ | New option: thin objects | 2X faster |
| Single-step mesh optimization | ^ | 10X faster | ^ |
| Scan decimation | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Autopilot | Leo, Eva, Space Spider, Micro II, Spider II | Leo, Eva, Space Spider, Micro II | Leo, Eva, Space Spider |
| NEW: Spider II Real-time Fusion support | ^ | ||
| NEW: Micro II three-axis support | ^ | ||
| Ray II ‘Street View’ mode | ^ | ^ | |
| Artec Point compatibility | 2x faster data capture | ^ | |
| X-Ray Mode | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| HDR & 16-bit Texturing | ^ | ^ | |
| New Real-time Fusion | Leo, Eva, Space Spider, Spider II | Leo, Eva, Space Spider | Leo, Eva, Space Spider |
| AI-powered HD Mode | |||
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| HD Mode for Leo and Eva | ^ | ^ | 4X faster |
| NEW: HD Mode for Micro II | ^ | ||
| Point density and frame frequency selection | Automatic or manual | Automatic or manual | Automatic or manual |
| Simple HD presets | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Multiple HD reconstructions with different settings | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Setting optimizer based on your GPU | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| AI Photogrammetry | |||
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| Create 3D models directly from photos and videos with AI | ^ | ^ |
| Advanced CGI tools for the perfect color 3D model | |||
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| AI color contrast enhancer for Leo | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Boosted 3D scan texture quality | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| NEW: Improved photogrammetry texture | ^ | ||
| Optimized color capturing mode for Leo | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Scene lighting optimization | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Auto glare removal | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Model-to-model texture transfer | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Photo-texture | Workflow automation support | Ray II photo-texture available | Includes photo-viewing mode |
| Texture healing brush | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Defeature brush | ^ | ^ | Improved |
| Smart automation | |||
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| Autopilot | Leo, Eva, Space Spider, Micro II, Spider II | Leo, Eva, Space Spider, Micro II | Leo, Eva, Space Spider |
| Auto-align | Workflows | ^ | ^ |
| Scan size optimizer | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Smart base removal | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Easy 3D scanning | |||
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| Auto-brightness | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Automated sensitivity for scanning black, shiny, and fine objects | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Create a 3D model from a combination of Artec 3D scanners | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Geometry scanning | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Texture scanning | All scanners except Point | All scanners except Point | All scanners except Point |
| Quality inspection | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| PtB certification of Artec Studio | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Mesh-to-CAD comparison | Import SAT, STEP, IGES, X_T files | Import SAT, STEP, IGES, X_T files | Import SAT, STEP, IGES, X_T files |
| Mesh-to-CAD alignment | Automatic | Automatic | Automatic |
| Datum alignment | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| 2D section analysis | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Automatic defect detection | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Deviation mapping | Advanced distance calculation | Advanced distance calculation | Advanced distance calculation |
| Thickness mapping | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Tolerance Check mode | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Enhanced target support | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Target thickness compensation | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Surface distance maps: one-click annotations | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Surface distance maps: point-by-point deviation | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Measurements: linear, geodesic, sections, distance maps, volume, annotations. Export to CSV, DXF, XML | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Direct export to Control X | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Run Control X Inspection from Artec Studio | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Run Control X Batch Inspection from Artec Studio | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| NEW: Run ZEISS Optical 3D Inspection from Artec Studio | ^ |
| Scan-to-CAD for reverse engineering | |||
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| Fit CAD primitives to 3D model | Cylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus | Cylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus | Cylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus |
| Create free primitives | Cylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus, box | Cylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus, box | Cylinder, sphere, cone, plane, torus, box |
| Autosurfacing | ^ | ^ | Improved |
| Freeform fitting | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Boolean operations | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Geometrical constraints | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Precise positioning | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Export multiple open and closed contours directly to CAD | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Create draft angles | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Chamfer and fillet tools | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Instant deviation analysis | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Move and offset faces | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Surface thickening tools | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Direct export of fitted primitives and meshes to SOLIDWORKS | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Direct export to Design X | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Disassembly of assemblies | ^ | ^ | |
| Delete faces | ^ | ^ |
| UI and ergonomics | |||
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| Home screen project manager | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Quick panel | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| In-depth properties tab | Advanced | Advanced | Advanced |
| Manual frame picking | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Multiple object export | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Customizable workspace | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Cloud collaboration | |||
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| Artec Studio to Artec Cloud project synchronization | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| Artec Cloud integration | ^ | ^ | ^ |
| One-click 3D model share | ^ | ^ | ^ |
