Comparison: Floor Plans vs 3D Matterport Layout Plans
Floor Plan Measuring vs 3D Matterport Layout Plans: how do the two really stack up? With the growing popularity of 3D Matterport Virtual Tours, lower priced Layout Plans that can be purchased along with a 3D Virtual Tour have been increasing in popularity, but are you really getting our money’s worth?
What’s The Difference Anyway?
Matterport Layout Plan
- Provides an approximate Drawing of the Layout
- Does not include any areas not scanned by the 3D Camera (i.e. closets, utility or closed off rooms etc.)
- On average smaller estimated total square footage compared to actual
- No upgrade options
Technician Measured Floor Plan
- Provides an accurate measurement of the entire livable area
- E&O Insured for your protection
- Includes all areas including closets, wall thicknesses, utility rooms etc.
- Includes complimentary drawing of garages, decks, patios etc.
- Optional upgrades for an enhanced presentation (Check out some samples here)
The Results
Our Floor Plan measuring team did an apples to apples comparison of professionally measured square footage to 3D Matterport Layout plan generated square footage and found that on average, Matterport Layout plans reported 4.7% lower total square footage than actual.
What Does It Mean For Your Listing?
As with any of your listing marketing, it’s going to come down to the features of your listing and the needs of your sellers and market. We’re always big proponents of accurate floor plans to help get buyers into your space virtually before they ever book a showing. But, if you don’t necessarily need accurate measurements, and your just want a cost effective way to give viewers an idea of the space and room relationships, a layout floor plan can do the trick!
We’re always happy to help you figure out the options. Just get in touch with us today to find out the best way to represent your listing virtually today!
Still have questions? Just reach out and get in touch today! You can also click here to view some of our Floor Plan Measuring samples