What it does
Meshroom is a visual toolbox where you build a workflow by linking boxes (called nodes) together, each doing one job. When you change a setting, only the steps affected are re-run, which saves time.
Its built-in AliceVision plugin can turn many regular 2D photos of an object or place into a detailed 3D model. It can also track camera movement, merge exposures into HDR images and stitch panoramas.
Extra plugins add AI features, such as picking out objects in images from a text description or estimating depth from a single picture. Work can run on your own computer or be spread across a group of computers.
Who it's for
3D artists, visual effects teams, researchers and hobbyists interested in photogrammetry (making 3D models from photos).
Can I use it without coding?
Yes. Ready-made downloads are offered, though the tool has many technical settings to learn. New to this? Start here.
Can I run it?
- Cost
- FreeNothing to pay or sign up for.
- Privacy
- Runs on your own device: your data stays with you
- API key
- Not needed
Try it
- Download the ready-made version of Meshroom from the project's releases page.
- Open it and load a set of photos taken around your subject.
- Run the photogrammetry template to build a 3D model, using the manual if you get stuck.
Using Claude Code, Cursor or another AI coding assistant? Paste the prompt and it will walk you through the setup.New to this?
Before you install
- Only download from the official GitHub page or the official download page above. Copies with similar names exist for many popular projects.
- No standard license listed. Check the GitHub page before using it for business.
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