EINSTAR 2

A next-generation handheld 3D scanner with hybrid blue-laser and IR capture for fine detail, fast tracking and reliable outdoor performance. Compact, wireless and easy to use, EINSTAR 2 is built for creators, engineers and educators who need versatile scanning wherever they work.

Price: £1,308.00 Inc VAT / £1,090.00 Exc VAT

EINSTAR 2 moves beyond the capabilities of the original by introducing a hybrid light system, true wireless operation and a lightweight design that fits comfortably in one hand. It captures fine detail on small parts, handles reflective or dark surfaces without spray and maintains fast, stable tracking on larger objects. With high-speed data capture, lifelike colour and a new software platform that streamlines the workflow, it is a flexible tool for scanning in studios, workshops and outdoor environments.

EINSTAR 2 scanning a small motorcycle model with blue laser mode, and scanning a car interior using IR VCSEL mode, showing the scanner’s dual light-source capability.

Hybrid Light Source

EINSTAR 2 combines blue-laser precision with fast IR capture, allowing you to switch seamlessly between detailed close-up scanning and wide-area data capture. It handles reflective, textured and complex surfaces with far greater stability than the original model.

EINSTAR 2 scanning a small figurine on a turntable, with an overlay showing its swappable built-in battery for true wireless operation.

True Wireless Scanning

Work without cables thanks to the swappable built-in battery, providing up to three hours of continuous scanning. Enjoy full mobility on-site, in workshops or outdoors, with optional USB-C tethering available if needed.

Close-up of EINSTAR 2 held in one hand, showing its compact, lightweight design.

Palm-Sized and Lightweight

Redesigned for comfort and portability, the 420 g body is compact, well-balanced and easy to handle for long periods. Ideal for scanning in tight spaces or moving quickly around large subjects.

EINSTAR 2 scanning a car’s gear shifter without spray, demonstrating its ability to capture reflective black surfaces directly.

No Spray

The upgraded optical system captures black, glossy and reflective objects directly, removing the need for scanning spray. This saves time, avoids mess and keeps your workflow cleaner and simpler.

Person using EINSTAR 2 to scan a large outdoor sculpture under bright sunlight, highlighting the scanner’s strong outdoor performance.

Outdoor Scanning

Optimised for real-world environments, EINSTAR 2 maintains stable tracking even in bright or shifting light conditions. Laser HD mode works up to 110,000 Lux and IR Rapid mode up to 70,000 Lux, enabling reliable outdoor capture.

EINSTAR 2 being used to scan a person’s face and body, with a miniature 3D model preview shown alongside.

Portrait Scanning

The eye-safe IR system ensures comfortable scanning for people and can capture full-body data in around 60 seconds. Great for digital humans, VR/AR assets, cosplay, and character creation.

EINSTAR 2 scanning a colourful peacock sculpture indoors, demonstrating detailed full-colour texture capture.

Realism You Can See

A built-in RGB camera records vivid, accurate colour, producing textured 3D models that are ready for visualisation, art preservation or immersive digital experiences.

See the EINSTAR 2 in Action and Explore Its Capabilities

Overview

This introduction video showcases the core capabilities of EINSTAR 2, including its hybrid blue-laser and IR scanning modes, true wireless operation and compact handheld design. It demonstrates how the scanner captures fine detail, works reliably outdoors and delivers fast, colour-rich data for a wide range of creative and engineering applications.

Getting Started

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QORFSHKCi7k

This quick-start guide walks through the first steps with EINSTAR 2, including activation, setup, calibration and selecting the correct scan mode. It shows how to begin scanning in minutes and highlights the key settings that help new users get clean, stable results from their first capture.

Reverse Engineering

This video shows how EINSTAR 2 works with EXModel Personal to turn scan data into editable CAD. It demonstrates capturing a detailed mesh, importing it directly into EXModel and rebuilding features with sketches, extrusions and cuts, creating a fast and simple path from physical part to CAD-ready geometry.

Frequently Asked Questions

EINSTAR 2 is ideal for creators, engineers, educators and small businesses that need a portable scanner with fine detail, strong outdoor performance and the flexibility to capture objects of many sizes and materials.

EINSTAR 2 introduces a hybrid light system with blue-laser scanning, improved IR tracking, wireless operation, a lighter body and better performance on dark, shiny and outdoor surfaces.

Yes. EINSTAR 2 has a swappable built-in battery that provides up to three hours of scanning. You can also connect via USB-C if you prefer a wired workflow or if Wi-Fi interference occurs.

Yes. The scanner is designed for variable lighting and can handle bright environments with up to 110,000 Lux in Laser HD mode and 70,000 Lux in IR Rapid mode.

It can capture small objects with high detail in laser mode and larger models such as vehicle parts or sculptures in IR mode. It also supports full-body and portrait scans.

Specification table for the EINSTAR 2, listing details for Laser HD and IR Rapid modes including resolution, speed, FOV, alignment, camera resolution, formats, outdoor limits, and hardware requirements.

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