KIRI Engine
Photogrammetry software
3D rendering software
3D design software
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- Ease of use
- Ease of management
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What is KIRI Engine
KIRI Engine is a photogrammetry application that converts photos or video captures into 3D models using cloud processing and mobile capture workflows. It targets creators, designers, and teams that need fast 3D asset generation for visualization, AR/VR, e-commerce, and basic measurement-oriented use cases. The product emphasizes smartphone-based capture, automated reconstruction, and export of common 3D formats rather than full survey-grade photogrammetry toolchains.
Mobile-first capture workflow
KIRI Engine supports capture from smartphones, which lowers the barrier to collecting source imagery compared with drone- or workstation-centric photogrammetry tools. This makes it practical for quick object scans and small environments without specialized equipment. The workflow is oriented around guided capture and automated processing rather than extensive parameter tuning.
Cloud-based processing pipeline
The product relies on cloud processing, reducing the need for high-end local GPU/CPU resources to generate meshes and textures. This can simplify deployment for individuals and small teams that do not want to manage workstation builds. Cloud processing also enables users to start scans on mobile and complete exports without a dedicated desktop photogrammetry setup.
Common 3D export formats
KIRI Engine focuses on producing usable 3D assets for downstream tools and pipelines (e.g., DCC tools, game engines, and web viewers). Exports typically include textured meshes and standard interchange formats, which supports broader compatibility. This aligns well with content-creation workflows where the 3D model is an intermediate asset rather than a final survey deliverable.
Less control for experts
Compared with photogrammetry suites that expose detailed reconstruction settings, KIRI Engine provides fewer advanced controls for alignment, dense reconstruction, and error handling. This can limit expert users who need to tune workflows for difficult surfaces, repetitive textures, or large datasets. It may also reduce transparency into reconstruction quality metrics that are important in technical projects.
Not survey-grade by default
The product is primarily oriented toward visual 3D assets rather than rigorous geospatial deliverables. Workflows for ground control points, camera calibration management, and high-precision reporting are typically more limited than in dedicated mapping and surveying solutions. Organizations with strict accuracy, QA/QC, or compliance requirements may need additional tooling.
Cloud dependency and quotas
Because processing is cloud-based, results depend on internet connectivity, service availability, and any plan-based limits on processing volume or resolution. This can be a constraint for field work in low-connectivity environments or for teams with data residency requirements. Costs can scale with usage compared with perpetual, fully local processing approaches.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | Free | Cutting-edge photogrammetry (Photo Scan); Room Scan, Scene Scan, Object Capture with LiDAR; In-app cropping and texturing tools; High-poly export and dynamic decimation; Advanced camera control; Unlimited 3D scans; Unlimited free exports; Access to KIRI Engine on Web and unlimited photo-scan uploads. |
| Monthly Pro | $17.99 per month | Everything in Basic, plus Featureless Object Scan; Mesh-inclusive 3DGS Scan; AI PBR material generation; Quad-mesh retopology; Auto rig generation; Increased local photo upload limit (500 photos per upload); Faster queue/processing priority; Unlimited exports; Priority support. |
| Yearly Pro | $79.99 per year (equal to $6.66/month) | Same Pro features as Monthly Pro, billed annually (lower effective monthly cost). |
API / Usage-based (from KIRI Engine API page): Pricing model: Pay-as-you-go (credits) Free credits / trial: New sign-ups receive 20 free credits to test features (per official API page). Pricing details: Each API call/action currently costs 1 credit regardless of scan method. 1 credit = $1 USD. Minimum recharge: 500 credits ($500). The API is stated to be in testing; credits-per-action may change. Example actions & cost: Photo Scan – 1 credit; Featureless Scan – 1 credit; 3DGS Scan – 1 credit. Notes: API pricing (credits, min recharge) listed on KIRI Engine's official API documentation/pricing page.
