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3DEC vs Mappedin

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3DEC

Software

3D distinct element code for underground mining

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Mappedin

Software

Enterprise indoor mapping platform that helps venues create interactive 3D maps, wayfinding

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Mappedin has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: 3DEC pricing is not published; licences are quoted, with subscription and perpetual options; Mappedin location naming is the leading source of integration failures, requiring manual cleanup of AI-generated labels
  • They diverge on capability: 3DEC covers 3D distinct element analysis, Mappedin covers Core Functionality.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 3DEC and Mappedin actually diverge.

Attributes where 3DEC and Mappedin differ
Attribute3DECMappedin
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWindows, LinuxWeb, iOS, Android, Cloud
Founded19812011

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 3DEC

  • 3D distinct element analysis
  • Block motion tracking
  • Contact detection
  • Support design
  • Dynamic simulation
  • FLAC3D
  • Leapfrog
  • Vulcan

Only in Mappedin

  • Core Functionality
  • User Interface

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

3DEC

  • Three-dimensional analysis of jointed rock and discontinuous materialsnot Mappedin
  • Slope stability and pillar analysis for miningnot Mappedin
  • Blast and earthquake dynamic analysisnot Mappedin
  • Groundwater flow through fractured rocknot Mappedin
  • Coupled thermal, mechanical and hydraulic modelling for geothermal, CO2 sequestration and nuclear wastenot Mappedin

Mappedin

No use cases recorded yet. See the Mappedin review.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

3DEC

  • Pricing is not published; licences are quoted, with subscription and perpetual options
  • A specialist geomechanical tool rather than general purpose simulation, so it assumes the user is a rock mechanics engineer

Mappedin

  • Location naming is the leading source of integration failures, requiring manual cleanup of AI-generated labels
  • Multi-building campus maps not supported for Microsoft Places integration
  • No native digital signage CMS for integrated sign management
  • Limited analytics capabilities compared to competitors in complex enterprise environments

Pricing, plan by plan

3DEC

On request
  • 3DEC Professional$25000/year
    • 3D distinct element analysis
    • Block-to-block interaction
    • Support installation modeling

Mappedin

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 map
    • Basic indoor mapping
    • No SDK access
  • Custom Enterprise$undefined/mo
    • Subscription-based on square footage
    • Full platform access
    • SDKs and APIs

Which should you pick?

Choose 3DEC if

  • You need 3d distinct element analysis.
  • You work on Windows, Linux.
  • You also want block motion tracking.
3DEC review

Choose Mappedin if

  • You need core functionality.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud.
  • You also want user interface.
Mappedin review

Questions people ask

Is 3DEC or Mappedin better?
Neither clearly leads. 3DEC starts at On request and Mappedin at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 3DEC or Mappedin?
Mappedin has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for 3DEC and Free for Mappedin.
Does 3DEC or Mappedin run on more platforms?
3DEC runs on Windows, Linux. Mappedin runs on Web, iOS, Android, Cloud.
Can I use Mappedin for free?
Yes. Mappedin has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. 3DEC starts at On request.
What is 3DEC best used for?
3DEC is most often used for three-dimensional analysis of jointed rock and discontinuous materials, slope stability and pillar analysis for mining, blast and earthquake dynamic analysis, groundwater flow through fractured rock. Of those, three-dimensional analysis of jointed rock and discontinuous materials and slope stability and pillar analysis for mining are not what Mappedin is typically brought in for.
What can 3DEC do that Mappedin cannot?
3DEC covers 3D distinct element analysis, Block motion tracking, Contact detection, Support design. Mappedin covers Core Functionality, User Interface.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Mappedin: Does Mappedin support multi-building campus mapping?

Mappedin supports multi-building deployments, but the Places integration requires each building to be mapped as a separate venue rather than as one unified campus map.

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Mappedin: How long does it take to deploy Mappedin for a large venue?

Large venue deployments typically go live within 30-60 days from contract signature. The Mappedin Maker platform enables rapid map creation from floor plans, with professional map-making services available for additional fees.

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Mappedin: What platforms and SDKs does Mappedin provide?

Mappedin offers SDKs for Web, iOS, and Android, plus comprehensive APIs and webhooks for integrations. The platform supports venues including airports, shopping malls, stadiums, workplaces, and healthcare facilities.

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Mappedin: Does Mappedin have a free plan?

Yes, Mappedin offers a free plan for creating one initial digital map at app.mappedin.com. Pricing is subscription-based and scales with building size in square footage or square meters.

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Mappedin: What compliance certifications does Mappedin have?

Mappedin is SOC2 certified, GDPR compliant, and WCAG accessible. The platform includes real-time data management and analytics capabilities.

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