3DMakerPro Mole 3D Scanner review: Great accuracy, even better tracking

An affordable consumer-grade 3D scanner with a tonne of optional accessories.

3DMakerpro Mole 3D Scanner
(Image: © Future)

Our Verdict

The 3DMakerPro Mole 3D Scanner performed incredibly well in our testing. The ergonomic grip design made it a pleasure to handle and to find comfortable postures while scanning. The positioning of the power cable means the tripod can't be mounted without first mounting the additional grip, which was rather annoying. With both attached, it does make the overall setup a little bit more cumbersome and more difficult to scan objects that have a lower centre of gravity. Overall, I like the Mole scanner; it is well designed and contains a midrange set of specs that make it ideal for a wide array of situations. At an affordable price, the Mole 3D Scanner will find its way into many 3D scanner arsenals.

For

  • Well designed
  • Affordable
  • Tripod included

Against

  • More accurate alternatives are available
  • Small turntable

Why you can trust Creative Bloq Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best for you. Find out more about how we test.

3DMakerpro has an incredibly strong range of scanners, and the Mole sits firmly in the middle with a great price point and a fantastic set of features. The single-frame accuracy of 0.05mm is more than capable for most applications, including 3D printing and reverse engineering components. It does sit behind the 3DMakerPro Seal, which delivers 0.01mm accuracy, but that is pretty unusual at this price. 

The Mole performs very well in comparison to other 3D scanners on the market. But whether it's good enough to make it onto our list of the best 3D scanners is another question. Let's dive into it and find out.

Swipe to scroll horizontally
Object size:Designed for scanning medium-sized objects
Scanning speed:10 fps
Single-frame accuracy:Up to 0.05mm
Compatible OS:Windows, macOS, Android, iOS
The Verdict
8.5

out of 10

3DMakerPro Mole 3D Scanner

The 3DMakerPro Mole 3D Scanner performed incredibly well in our testing. The ergonomic grip design made it a pleasure to handle and to find comfortable postures while scanning. The positioning of the power cable means the tripod can't be mounted without first mounting the additional grip, which was rather annoying. With both attached, it does make the overall setup a little bit more cumbersome and more difficult to scan objects that have a lower centre of gravity. Overall, I like the Mole scanner; it is well designed and contains a midrange set of specs that make it ideal for a wide array of situations. At an affordable price, the Mole 3D Scanner will find its way into many 3D scanner arsenals.

Paul Hatton
Writer

Paul is a digital expert. In the 20 years since he graduated with a first-class honours degree in Computer Science, Paul has been actively involved in a variety of different tech and creative industries that make him the go-to guy for reviews, opinion pieces, and featured articles. With a particular love of all things visual, including photography, videography, and 3D visualisation Paul is never far from a camera or other piece of tech that gets his creative juices going. You'll also find his writing in other places, including Creative Bloq, Digital Camera World, and 3D World Magazine. 

Read more
3DMakerPro Moose 3D Scanner
3DMakerPro Moose 3D Scanner review: compact device with great results
A Mars 5 Ultra on a desk, next to a washing and curing machine.
Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra review: A beginner friendly 3D printer that produces high-end results
A centauri Carbon 3d printer on a desk.
I tried the Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D printer and it could be the only one I'll ever need
The Xtool F1 Ultra with its control panel
XTool F1 Ultra review: a high-end laser cutter and engraver for production use
An elegoo Mercury + V3
Elegoo Mercury Plus V3 review: wash & cure machine makes 3D printing neater
Creality 3D scanner deal
Most 3D scanners are still too expensive for non pros, but this huge flash deal is an exception
Latest in 3D Printing
3D Hexagon Shelf
I 3D printed a hexagon shelf for my game room and I love it
3DMakerpro Mole 3D Scanner
3DMakerPro Mole 3D Scanner review: Great accuracy, even better tracking
3D printing opinion piece
I spent 3 weeks with a 3D printer, here's what I learned
AnyCubic 3D printer on a yellow background that says Editor's Pick Cyber Monday
Wait, the Anycubic Kobra 2 Neo is still just $159?
Creality Halot-Lite Resin 3D Printer deal
Save 35% on this popular 3D printer - now just $379
AnkerMake M5C product shots
The AnkerMake M5C aims to take the confusion out of 3D printing
Latest in Reviews
ABS Cyclone Ruby
I've tested the ABS Cyclone Ruby gaming PC, and it could be a good option for creatives too
A liquid silver Xiaomi 15 on a desk
I've had the Xiaomi 15 for a week, and I never want to see a Samsung or iPhone ever again
Sorry We're Closed review; a digital illustration of a stylised female character, featuring vibrant colours and a unique design, is presented against a dark background.
Sorry We're Closed review: a bewitching, bizarre and often frustrating horror cocktail
Wanderstop review; a stylised digital illustration shows a whimsical landscape with a large, stout figure gazing at a quaint, fantastical structure beneath a decorative archway.
Wanderstop review: a surprisingly intricate, de-stressing tea-making indie game
A white Boox Palma 2 ereader tablet on a yellow background
Boox Palma 2 review: ereader deja vu
The Sihoo C300 Pro office chair, facing a desk, in a home office.
Sihoo Doro C300 Pro review: A good-to-great ergo chair that's worth your time (when it's on sale)