magicplan
magicplan is an innovative mobile application that creates floor plans, generates estimates, and visualizes interior spaces using augmented reality (AR) technology.
Price: Freemium
Description
magicplan transforms the way people measure and visualize indoor spaces by leveraging smartphone cameras and AR. Users can scan a room, and the app automatically generates a detailed 2D floor plan and 3D model, complete with dimensions, within minutes. Beyond basic measurements, magicplan allows users to add furniture, fixtures, and appliances, generate material lists, and calculate cost estimates for renovation projects. It's an indispensable tool for real estate agents, contractors, interior designers, insurance adjusters, and DIY enthusiasts who need quick, accurate floor plans and professional project documentation. Its unique selling point is the combination of AR scanning, comprehensive estimation features, and 3D visualization, streamlining workflows and reducing manual errors compared to traditional measuring methods.
How to Use
1.Download and open the magicplan app on your smartphone or tablet.
2.Start a new project and select "Scan Room" to use the AR feature.
3.Follow the on-screen instructions to scan the perimeter and corners of your room.
4.Review the automatically generated floor plan, make any necessary adjustments, and add objects.
5.Export your floor plan in various formats, create estimates, or view in 3D.
Use Cases
Floor plan creationHome renovation planningReal estate listingsInterior design visualizationInsurance claims documentationMaterial estimationSpace planningDIY home projects
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Quick and accurate floor plan generation using AR.
- Creates both 2D and 3D models of spaces.
- Includes features for estimating costs and material lists.
- User-friendly interface accessible to non-professionals.
- Exports plans in multiple formats (PDF, JPG, DXF, PNG, SVG, CSV).
Cons
- Accuracy can sometimes be affected by lighting conditions or device stability.
- Advanced features and unlimited exports require a paid subscription.
- Requires a compatible smartphone/tablet with AR capabilities.
Pricing
Free Plan: Limited features, allows creating 2 projects, viewing, and sharing
Watermarked exports
Sketch Plan: $9.99/month (billed annually, $19.99/month billed monthly)
Includes unlimited projects, high-resolution 2D and 3D plans, no watermarks, basic exports
Report Plan: $29.99/month (billed annually, $39.99/month billed monthly)
Includes all Sketch features, plus custom reports, photo annotations, 3D tours, advanced exports
Estimate Plan: $89.99/month (billed annually, $99.99/month billed monthly)
Includes all Report features, plus custom price lists, detailed estimates, advanced integrations
Free Trial: The Free plan allows basic usage
Refund Policy: Not explicitly detailed, but usually subscriptions are non-refundable after the billing cycle starts.
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