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IBS iCargo vs Pix4D

IBS iCargo logo

IBS iCargo

Aviation

Comprehensive air cargo management system

From
$100000/year
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Pix4D logo

Pix4D

Aviation

Professional drone photogrammetry software

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Pix4D has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: IBS iCargo no pricing published on vendor website; potential customers must contact sales for quotes; Pix4D split into separate products by job, so PIX4Dreact at $55 a month, PIX4Dfields at $111, PIX4Dmatic at $125 and PIX4Dmapper at $333 are different purchases rather than tiers
  • They diverge on capability: IBS iCargo covers Cargo booking, Pix4D covers Photogrammetry.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which IBS iCargo and Pix4D actually diverge.

Attributes where IBS iCargo and Pix4D differ
AttributeIBS iCargoPix4D
Starting price$100000/yearFree
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsWeb, Windows, Ios, AndroidWindows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web
Founded19972011

Identical on both: pricing model (subscription), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Aviation).

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 IBS iCargo

  • Cargo booking
  • Operations control
  • Revenue management
  • Customs handling
  • ULD management
  • Airline systems
  • Customs authorities
  • Ground handlers

Only in Pix4D

  • Photogrammetry
  • 3D modeling
  • Point clouds
  • Orthomosaics
  • DSM/DTM generation
  • CAD software
  • GIS platforms
  • BIM tools

Both cover

  • Data encryption
  • Windows support

What people use each for

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

IBS iCargo

  • Cargo operationsnot Pix4D
  • Revenue optimizationnot Pix4D
  • Customs clearancenot Pix4D
  • Partner managementnot Pix4D
  • Fleet utilizationnot Pix4D

Pix4D

  • Photogrammetry from drone imagery into orthomosaics and point cloudsnot IBS iCargo
  • Survey-grade 2D maps and 3D models with PIX4Dmappernot IBS iCargo
  • Rapid 2D mapping for emergency response with PIX4Dreactnot IBS iCargo
  • Multispectral crop analysis with PIX4Dfieldsnot IBS iCargo
  • Large-scale processing with LiDAR integration through PIX4Dmaticnot IBS iCargo

Where each one falls short

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

IBS iCargo

  • No pricing published on vendor website; potential customers must contact sales for quotes

Pix4D

  • Split into separate products by job, so PIX4Dreact at $55 a month, PIX4Dfields at $111, PIX4Dmatic at $125 and PIX4Dmapper at $333 are different purchases rather than tiers
  • Subscription only, with monthly, yearly or three year cycles and no perpetual licence
  • No refunds, and cancellation only takes effect at renewal
  • Cloud processing is an add-on to the desktop subscriptions
  • Hardware scanning kit prices are quoted on request

Pricing, plan by plan

IBS iCargo

$100000/year
  • iCargo$100000/year
    • Cargo reservations
    • Operations management
    • Revenue accounting
  • Enterprise$200000/year
    • Everything included
    • Multi-station
    • Advanced analytics

Pix4D

Free
  • PIX4Dreact$55/month
    • Accurate 2D maps from aerial imagery
    • Processing in minutes
    • Monthly, yearly, or 3-year subscription available
  • PIX4Dfields$111/month
    • Precision agriculture mapping
    • Crop analysis and digital farming
    • Monthly, yearly, or 3-year subscription available
  • PIX4Dmatic$125/month
    • Photogrammetry and terrestrial LiDAR capabilities
    • Local machine processing with full control
    • Monthly, yearly, or 3-year subscription available
  • PIX4Dmapper$333/month
    • Professional photogrammetry software
    • Drone mapping capabilities
    • Monthly, yearly, or 3-year subscription available

Which should you pick?

Choose IBS iCargo if

  • You need cargo booking.
  • You work on Web, Windows, Ios, Android.
  • You also want operations control.
IBS iCargo review

Choose Pix4D if

  • You need photogrammetry.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want 3d modeling.
Pix4D review

Questions people ask

Is IBS iCargo or Pix4D better?
Neither clearly leads. IBS iCargo starts at $100000/year and Pix4D at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, IBS iCargo or Pix4D?
Pix4D has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $100000/year for IBS iCargo and Free for Pix4D.
Does IBS iCargo or Pix4D run on more platforms?
IBS iCargo runs on Web, Windows, Ios, Android. Pix4D runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
Can I use Pix4D for free?
Yes. Pix4D has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. IBS iCargo starts at $100000/year.
What is IBS iCargo best used for?
IBS iCargo is most often used for cargo operations, revenue optimization, customs clearance, partner management. Of those, cargo operations and revenue optimization are not what Pix4D is typically brought in for.
What can IBS iCargo do that Pix4D cannot?
IBS iCargo covers Cargo booking, Operations control, Revenue management, Customs handling. Pix4D covers Photogrammetry, 3D modeling, Point clouds, Orthomosaics. Both handle Data encryption, Windows support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

IBS iCargo: How much does iCargo cost?

IBS Software does not publish pricing for iCargo on their website. The product uses a custom pricing model requiring direct contact with the sales team. Interested customers can submit inquiries through the company's contact form or reach out to their business team to request a pricing quote.

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Pix4D: What is the lowest-cost PIX4D subscription?

PIX4Dreact starts at $55/month and produces accurate 2D maps from aerial imagery processed in minutes. Subscriptions are available on monthly, yearly, or 3-year billing cycles.

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Pix4D: Does PIX4D offer a free trial?

Yes, PIX4D provides a 15-day free trial with no credit card required to test the software before committing to a subscription.

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Pix4D: What payment methods does PIX4D accept?

PIX4D accepts credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and Link globally. Regional options include bank transfers, SEPA Direct Debit for Europe, ACH transfers for the US, and country-specific payment methods.

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