Choosing progress tracking & reality capture software

Questions to ask on every demo

• What hardware does it need, and is that included in the price?
• How long after capture does the result appear?
• Can I compare captures over time, and against plans or a model?
• Who can view the imagery, and can I share it with owners and subs without a login?
• How long is the imagery stored, and what does it cost to keep it?

What to watch for

• Hardware, storage and per-project fees can all be priced separately.
• Ask who is responsible for capturing: a superintendent already stretched thin will skip it.

If you are a small firm

Start with one active project and a simple capture routine before committing to a platform for every job.

Terms you will hear

Computer vision

AI that analyses images or video. In construction it is used to read plan sheets, measure roofs from aerial images, track progress from site photos and spot hazards on camera.

Digital twin

A digital representation of a building or site that is kept up to date with real-world data, so it can be used to track progress or operate the asset.

Reality capture

Recording the physical state of a site with 360° cameras, drones, laser scanners or fixed cameras, for documentation and progress comparison.

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The 7 tools in this category

Alphabetical. Tick “Compare” on the category page to put up to four side by side.

Buildots AI Construction progress platform that compares site captures with the plan to report what was built and when, with add-ons for workforce visibility and managed capture services. Quote on request Cupix AI 4D digital twin platform that turns 360-degree video into measurable 3D site records, with progress tracking, BIM comparison, drone mapping and remote collaboration. Quote on request Doxel AI Automated progress tracking that analyzes hard-hat 360-degree camera walks against BIM to measure work in place by trade, system and stage versus the schedule. Quote on request DroneDeploy AI Reality capture platform combining drone, 360-camera, ground-robot and phone imagery into measurable site records for progress, quality and safety review. Published pricing Free trial OpenSpace AI Visual documentation platform that captures jobsites with 360-degree cameras, drones and phones, and adds progress tracking, field issue tracking and BIM coordination. Quote on request Sensera Systems AI Solar-powered, wirelessly connected jobsite cameras paired with SiteCloud software for remote site viewing, security and progress documentation. Quote on request TrueLook AI Construction camera provider offering fixed, PTZ and interior cameras plus solar and trailer options, with live viewing, time-lapse, security monitoring and project-tool integrations. Published pricing