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FARO Scene vs Leica Cyclone: Scanner Software Battle

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

Feature FARO Scene Leica Cyclone
Registration Automatic + target Cloud-to-cloud
Processing Point cloud + panoramas -
Export E57, RCP, PTX -
WebShare Cloud publishing -
License Perpetual Enterprise
Option A FARO

FARO Scene

FARO Scan Processing

FARO Scene is purpose-built for processing FARO Focus scanner data with automated workflows.

Pros

  • FARO optimized
  • Fast registration
  • WebShare Cloud
  • Easy workflows
  • Good documentation

Cons

  • FARO-centric
  • Limited 3rd party
  • Basic modeling

Best For

FARO usersQuick processingCloud sharingStandard workflows
Option B Leica

Leica Cyclone

Enterprise Processing

Cyclone offers comprehensive processing for Leica and multi-vendor scan data.

Pros

  • Multi-vendor support
  • Advanced modeling
  • BIM integration
  • Enterprise features

Cons

  • Higher cost
  • Complex licensing
  • Steeper learning

Best For

Multi-scannerEnterpriseBIM workflowsComplex projects

Our Expert Verdict

Tie - Choose Based on Your Needs

Scene for FARO-only workflows. Cyclone for multi-vendor enterprise needs.

Choose FARO Scene if...

Choose FARO Scene if you exclusively use FARO scanners.

Choose Leica Cyclone if...

Choose Cyclone for multi-vendor data and advanced BIM integration.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Scene process Leica data?

Limited support exists, but Cyclone or CloudCompare are better for mixed data.

Equipment Used

Professional Equipment In This Comparison

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FARO
Current Gen
FARO

FARO SCENE

FARO Point Cloud Software

Platform Desktop
Features Automatic registration, colorization, meshing
Export CAD/BIM formats
FARO scanner users Industrial documentation
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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