XGRIDS Lixel K2 vs Leica BLK2GO
The Leica BLK2GO is the best-known handheld SLAM scanner — but it's far from the only option, and it's rarely the best-value. Here's an honest, like-for-like comparison against the XGRIDS Lixel K2, the new gold standard in lightweight handheld scanning.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | XGRIDS Lixel K2 | Leica BLK2GO |
|---|---|---|
| Form factor | Lightweight handheld, single-hand operation | Handheld, slightly heavier |
| SLAM technology | Multi-SLAM (Lixel K2) with integrated RTK | Single-sensor SLAM, no integrated RTK |
| Measurement accuracy | Within 1 cm (Lixel K2, engineering-grade) | Comparable on short loops; less robust over long traverses |
| Gaussian Splat output | Native — Point Cloud, Mesh and 3D Gaussian Splat from one capture | Point Cloud only |
| Multi-camera array | Yes — full environmental imagery for splats and colourisation | Limited camera coverage |
| Software ecosystem | LixelStudio + Veesus Arena4D for editing, sharing and AI analysis | Vendor-locked Cyclone ecosystem |
| Indicative UK price | From £6,500 inc VAT (Lixel K2) | Significantly more — typically 3–5× the price |
| UK reseller & support | Veesus — UK company, UK invoicing, UK support and training | Distributor network — variable UK support |
Comparison reflects Veesus interpretation of publicly available manufacturer specifications. Always confirm the latest specs with each vendor before purchase.
Where XGRIDS pulls ahead
Gaussian Splats out of the box
The Lixel K2 captures Point Cloud, Mesh and 3D Gaussian Splat data from a single scan — the BLK2GO doesn't. For client-facing visuals, marketing assets and digital twins, that's a huge advantage.
Better value
At £6,500 inc VAT, the Lixel K2 lands at a fraction of typical BLK2GO pricing — without compromising on engineering-grade 1 cm accuracy.
Open software ecosystem
XGRIDS data drops straight into Veesus Arena4D, Arena4U and Arena Intelligence — and exports cleanly to every standard Point Cloud and CAD format. No vendor lock-in.
UK support that picks up the phone
Buy from Veesus and you're talking to a UK company — same engineers who build Arena4D — for setup, training and support.
Ready to see the Lixel K2 in action?
Pre-order from Veesus, or hire a unit for a week to put it through its paces on your own site before you commit.