Differences Between EasyAR Sparse Spatial Map and ARKit/ARCore
EasyAR Sparse Spatial Map is used to scan the small-scale environment around the user (room-level), build a visual map, and export it. It can be shared among multiple devices in real-time for multi-user interaction, persistence, and other functions. Similar solutions include ARWorldMap provided by ARKit and Cloud Anchors provided by ARCore.
- ARWorldMap supports serializing and persisting scanned scenes for relocation, enabling persistence and multi-user shared experiences on iOS platforms.
- Cloud Anchors uploads user-scanned environment data to Google Cloud, enabling multi-user shared AR experiences through relocation.
EasyAR Sparse Spatial Map achieves offline, cross-platform, and highly flexible map management, making it more suitable for the following scenarios:
- Environments requiring completely offline operation (small factory areas, basements, exhibition halls without internet).
- Cross-platform sharing of the same map across iOS/Android and other platforms.
- Developers who want full control over map data.
Note
If the area to be scanned and reconstructed exceeds 100 square meters or the scene lighting, seasons, etc., change significantly, it is recommended to upgrade to EasyAR Mega.