Carlson Scan vs Inspectivity: Complete Comparison (2026)
An in-depth comparison of Carlson Scan and Inspectivity to help you choose the right tool for your business.
Last updated: November 2026
Carlson Scan
4.8/10
Windows software that runs Carlson's laser scanners and borehole tools to capture, mesh and measure underground voids, stopes and boreholes for mining and civil surveyors.
Inspectivity
6.5/10
Inspectivity is a no-code cloud and mobile platform from Perth that lets energy, mining and engineering teams run digital inspections, track issues and model asset hierarchies.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | C Carlson Scan | |
|---|---|---|
| Scores | ||
| Overall Rating | 4.8/10 | 6.5/10 |
| Analytics | 5/10 | 6/10 |
| Cost | 6/10 | 6/10 |
| Customization | 4/10 | 8/10 |
| Ease of Use | 6/10 | 7/10 |
| Integration | 4/10 | 5/10 |
| Scalability | 4/10 | 6/10 |
| Security | 4/10 | 7/10 |
| Support | 5/10 | 7/10 |
| Pricing | ||
| Free plan | No | No |
| Cheapest paid plan | Contact for pricing | A$75/user/mo Essentials |
| Estimated cost for 10 users | Contact for pricing | A$600/mo Professional |
| Features | ||
| Offline Field App | ||
| Asset Registry | Not listed | |
| Inspection Automation | Not listed | |
| Inspection Checklists | Not listed | |
| LiDAR Processing | Not listed | |
| Safety and Compliance | Not listed | |
| Work Orders | Not listed | |
Carlson Scan vs Inspectivity cost by team size
| Team size | Carlson Scan | Inspectivity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 user | Contact for pricing | A$75/moEssentials |
| 5 users | Contact for pricing | A$600/moProfessional |
| 10 users | Contact for pricing | A$600/moProfessional |
| 25 users | Contact for pricing | A$600/moProfessional |
| 50 users | Contact for pricing | A$600/moProfessional |
The plan that fits each team size, billed monthly, before add-ons and usage charges. Each cost opens that tool's pricing calculator for the team size.
Which One Should You Choose?
CWhy choose Carlson Scan
Our data shows no clear advantage over Inspectivity.
Why choose Inspectivity
- Higher Customization score (8/10 vs 4/10)
- Higher Security score (7/10 vs 4/10)
Pros & Cons
CCarlson Scan
Pros
- Shows the point cloud and mesh live during a scan, so crews can check coverage before they leave the site.
- Calculates closed surfaces and volumes on the spot, which suits stope and void reconciliation.
- Processes data on the device, so it works underground with no internet connection.
- The license allows installation on any number of tablets, and version updates have been free for hardware owners.
- Exports to E57, LAS, PTS and DXF for use in CAD and blast design tools.
Cons
- Works only with Carlson's own scanners and probes, so it cannot be bought or used on its own.
- Older C-ALS Mk3 and original Void Scanner units cannot move past legacy version 1.3.6.
- There is no public pricing, and the hardware must be quoted through sales or dealers.
- Almost no independent user reviews were found, which makes it hard to compare against rivals.
- Runs on Windows only.
Inspectivity
Pros
- The no-code form builder lets teams build their own inspection templates with measurements, text fields and photos, with no developer needed.
- The mobile app works offline, which suits remote mine and energy sites.
- The company holds ISO 27001 and ISO 9001 certifications, and Enterprise offers single-tenant hosting.
- A 14-day free trial needs no credit card, and Essentials starts at AUD 75 per month.
Cons
- API, SSO and BI integration are only available on the Enterprise plan.
- Essentials is tightly capped at one project, 1,000 items and three templates.
- There are few independent reviews to judge it by.
- It is not a full CMMS, and spare parts and maintenance scheduling are not clearly offered.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Inspectivity scores higher on our Industrial & Infrastructure Software criteria: 6.5/10 against 4.8/10 for Carlson Scan. The largest gap is in Customization: 4/10 for Carlson Scan and 8/10 for Inspectivity.
No, neither Carlson Scan nor Inspectivity lists a free plan.
