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Revopoint Miraco Plus Scanner Review: A 3D Scanning Powerhouse
Having given the Revopoint Miraco 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2024, I was excited to see whether the Miraco Plus would be worthy of a coveted 5 stars. With greater accuracy and the ability to scan larger objects, I was certainly hopeful.
Key Specs
| Object size: | Designed for scanning small to large objects |
| Single capture: | 28 x 53mm at 100 mm |
| Scanning speed: | 20fps |
| Single-frame accuracy: | 0.04mm |
| Dimensions: | 200 x 50 x 110 mm |
| Weight: | 750g |
| Compatible OS: | Windows, macOS |
Price
At £1,726 / $1,979, the Miraco Plus will be too expensive for enthusiasts. It’s also £500 / $200 more expensive than the standard Miraco model and only worth paying more if you are scanning larger and more complex objects.
Unboxing
The Revopoint Miraco Plus scanner is almost identical to the original Miraco. The 750g weight makes it super portable and can even be held with only one hand. The scanner is a cross between a traditional DSLR, minus the lens, and a smartphone device. It’s larger than a smartphone but the size means you can grip it with two hands for a much more stable scanning experience.
Performance
The scanner offers a variety of different settings that users can adjust before performing a scan. The first is to choose between the far and near modes. The former is ideal for scanning large objects such as cars and people whereas the latter is best for small objects or detailed areas on objects. I found that choosing the right one did indeed make a difference in the end result of the scan.
There is then the choice to scan using either the continuous or single shot mode. Most of the time I was able to capture the results I needed using the 20fps continuous mode but where I needed to capture more details and clearer textures, the single shot mode was far better. This was particularly noticeable in the crevices of objects and when viewing the resulting textures that were generated from the scan. When using this single-shot mode, all I’d recommend is making sure that you have a significant overlap between the frames otherwise I found that the scan can become a little patchy and inaccurate. Revopoint recommends at least 50% overlap.
Who’s it for?
The Revopoint Miraco Plus is aimed at professionals and very serious hobbyists. The inclusion of photogrammetric metrology capabilities makes it perfect for creatives wanting to scan large objects. It is equally adept at capturing small/medium objects which makes it a one-stop solution for those who don’t want to own different scanners for different-sized objects.
Conclusion
The Revopoint Miraco Plus is a powerful 3D scanner that offers exceptional accuracy and flexibility. With its photogrammetric metrology kit, it’s perfect for scanning large objects and is ideal for professionals and serious hobbyists. However, it’s not suitable for those on a budget or looking for a quick and easy solution to 3D scanning.
FAQs
- What is the Revopoint Miraco Plus used for?
- Is the Revopoint Miraco Plus suitable for professionals and serious hobbyists?
- Is the Revopoint Miraco Plus expensive?
- What are the key features of the Revopoint Miraco Plus?
It’s used for scanning small, medium, and large objects.
Yes, it’s designed for professionals and very serious hobbyists who need high accuracy and flexibility.
Yes, it’s priced at £1,726 / $1,979, making it too expensive for enthusiasts.
It has a 6-inch 2K backlit AMOLED touch-sensitive screen, 20fps scanning speed, 0.04mm single-frame accuracy, and is compatible with Windows and macOS.
