ELEGOO has launched the M1 Ultra, its first all-in-one smart 3D scanner. The device went on sale on October 29, 2026, at a retail price of USD 1,699, with early-bird pricing of USD 1,599 through November 12. Standard prices are EUR 1,699, GBP 1,399, CAD 2,399 and JPY 299,999; early-bird prices are EUR 1,599, GBP 1,319, CAD 2,299 and JPY 284,999.
ELEGOO positions the scanner for professional applications in customization, reverse engineering, education, digital archiving and other creative projects. Kevin Wang, co-founder and vice president of ELEGOO, said 3D scanning opens new possibilities for capturing and working with physical objects. He said the M1 Ultra aims to combine precision, versatility and workflow efficiency in one integrated solution, making advanced 3D scanning more accessible across a wide range of applications. Wang added that the launch is an important step in expanding ELEGOO’s 3D creation ecosystem and connecting the physical and digital worlds.
Accuracy and capture hardware
The M1 Ultra delivers blue laser scanning accuracy of up to 0.02 mm, with volumetric accuracy of 0.02 mm + 0.06 mm/m. ELEGOO describes this level of precision as metrology-grade. To keep scanning performance consistent, the scanner uses an all-glass optical system, intelligent temperature compensation and high-precision camera calibration. Global-shutter cameras reduce motion blur and distortion during scanning, supporting reliable data capture.
The scanner records colour as well as shape. It features 24-bit full-colour texture mapping with image signal processing optimization, helping users capture both an object’s geometry and its visual appearance.
Five modes for different jobs
The M1 Ultra has five scanning modes. A 34-line blue laser mode is designed for medium-to-large objects, while a 7-line blue laser mode captures fine details on small-to-medium parts. For deep holes, narrow gaps and other hard-to-reach areas, the scanner offers a single-line blue laser mode. An infrared structured light mode covers face, body and object scanning. A fifth, marker-free blue laser mode gives another option for surfaces where applying markers is not practical.
The scanner supports objects from 5 × 5 × 5 mm³ up to 4,000 × 4,000 × 4,000 mm³. It can also scan black and metallic surfaces without coating powder, which ELEGOO says gives greater flexibility across different materials and environments.
Portable design and software workflow
A 3-inch HD touchscreen allows operation directly on the device, and Wi-Fi 6 connectivity enables wireless scanning. Its 4,800 mAh swappable battery supports up to 1.5 hours of wireless scanning, and the handheld body is lightweight and ergonomic. ELEGOO says these features make it easier to move between workspaces and scan objects in different settings, such as capturing components for a design project, documenting physical objects, or collecting data for further digital work.
The scanner works with ELEGOO SCAN software, which streamlines the process from data capture to a usable 3D model. Guided setup, tracking assistance and multi-scan alignment simplify scanning. Automated one-click processing then handles mesh wrapping, mesh optimization and colour mapping. ELEGOO SCAN exports scan data in STL, OBJ, PLY and ASC formats for use in compatible third-party software. ELEGOO says this makes it easier to bring scanned data into downstream design, modelling and manufacturing workflows.
Consumer brands build out the workflow
The M1 Ultra expands ELEGOO’s product ecosystem into 3D scanning. Creality has taken a similar path. At IFA 2026 in Berlin, Creality introduced a lineup spanning multicolor printing, filament recycling, resin printing, 3D scanning, laser processing and 3D printed footwear. The lineup included the Pika 3D scanner, which uses a seven-line blue laser and near-infrared scanning in a 260 g portable body, with accuracy to 0.03 mm and scan speeds up to 110 fps. Creality started as a desktop 3D printer manufacturer and has grown into a consumer 3D creation ecosystem spanning printers, scanners, laser devices, materials, software platforms and creator communities.
Professional-grade scanning features are also reaching lower price points. Revopoint’s Trackit SR wireless 3D scanner continues a strategy of offering marker-free optical tracking metrology at lower price points. The Trackit SR has a single-frame accuracy of 0.02 mm and offers three scanning modes, including a Deep Hole Mode that uses a single blue laser line for cavities and deep-hole features. 3DMakerpro has focused on ease of use with the Toucan all-in-one 3D scanner, which lets users scan, edit and fuse complete 3D models without a computer.
As consumer brands add scanning to their portfolios, capturing objects is becoming part of the same workflow as making them. ELEGOO is now competing on both.