iGUIDE vs manual measurement: digital precision, manual no more
Ditch manual measuring for fast, accurate floor plans and immersive 3D walkthroughs—captured in a single visit and delivered within 24 hours.
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Top industry professionals trust iGUIDE as their go-to solution
Why leading real estate professionals choose iGUIDE over manual measurement
KEY REASONS
Faster capture on site
iGUIDE captures the entire property in a single efficient visit (often in under 15 minutes) delivering floor plans, site plans, and immersive walkthroughs without manual measuring.
Precision measurements
iGUIDE delivers professional floor plans, Site Plans and walkthroughs in as little as six hours*—no manual hand-sketching required.
Immersive 3D virtual tours
iGUIDE combines floor plans, Site Plans and immersive walkthroughs to show layout, flow and how spaces connect.
Own your data, forever
iGUIDE gives you permanent ownership and access to your projects, with no ongoing subscriptions.
Fewer return visits, lower costs
iGUIDE captures measurements and visuals in one visit, reducing the need for return trips.
*Note: iGUIDE Instant is delivered within minutes. iGUIDE Standard and Premium are delivered within a 24 hr SLA.
Being able to shoot 4–5 houses in a day would not be possible by hand without iGUIDE. The reliability and accuracy are unmatched. Clients rely on it, even in legal disputes. iGUIDE’s accuracy can stand up in court.
Saad Khan / Photographer
Northern Spruce Media
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For fast, accurate photographers
Ditch measuring tapes. Capture accurate floor plans and 3D tours in one visit.
Elevated listings for agents
Go beyond floor plans with 3D tours that show fit and flow—and elevate your brand.
Fewer return visits
Capture every detail in one pass—reducing costly return trips.
iGUIDE vs manual measurement at a glance
iGUIDE
- checkFast, professional camera system
- check~15 minutes capture speed 2,500 sq ft property
- checkProfessional LiDAR measurements
- checkProfessional floor plan quality
- checkWalkthrough experience included
- checkRevisions are rare
- checkReturn visits unlikely
Hand-sketching
- closeEstimated floor plans, not ANSI/RMS compliant
- close~45+ minutes capture speed 2,500 sq ft property
- closeVariable measurements
- closeInconsistent floor plan quality
- closeWalkthrough experience not available
- closeRevisions are common
- closeReturn visits often required
A better fit for modern listings
Today’s listings demand speed, accuracy, and clarity. iGUIDE delivers precise measurements, fast turnaround and immersive walkthroughs, without manual measuring.
Frequently asked questions
With the PLANIX R1 camera system, a 3,000 sq ft space can be fully captured in under 15 minutes, up to 3x faster than traditional methods.
Typical iGUIDE measurement uncertainty in distance measurement on a floor plan is 0.5% or better and the corresponding uncertainty in square footage is 1% or better, providing you the confidence required.
You can export your data in multiple formats including SVG, PDF, DWG, RVT, ESX and FML (coming soon), ready for use across a variety of platforms including CAD tools, Verisk Xactimate, or search portals / web listings.
iGUIDE is designed to scale across a wide range of residential properties, delivering consistent results regardless of size or complexity.
Yes. Because measurements and visuals are captured digitally, iGUIDE significantly reduces the likelihood of return visits for missed dimensions or additional context.
Yes, iGUIDE provides accurate measurements, professional floor plans and a walkthrough experience from a single capture, removing the need for manual measurement and hand-sketching.
Yes. Floor plans help buyers understand layout at a glance, while walkthroughs provide spatial context and flow. Together, they help buyers decide whether a property is right for them before booking an inspection.
Hand-sketched floor plans rely on manual measuring and handwritten notes, which can introduce variability. iGUIDE uses the PLANIX R1 camera system, which is LiDAR-equipped, to produce consistent, repeatable results.
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