Exodigo Explorer vs Trimble X7

SpecExodigo ExplorerTrimble X7
Price (USD)$50000–$80000
Year20222021
Autonomyfully-autonomousfully-autonomous
Environmentoutdoorboth
Weight
Dimensions (cm)70L × 60W × 110H65L × 65W × 160H
ConnectivityWiFi, 4G/LTEWiFi, Bluetooth, 4G/LTE
Rating

Exodigo Explorer

The Exodigo Explorer is an AI-powered ground scanning robot that maps underground utilities before excavation, combining ground-penetrating radar, electromagnetic, and acoustic sensors with real-time AI classification to produce 3D maps of buried pipes, cables, and conduits. Unlike single-sensor utility locating methods, Exodigo's multi-sensor fusion identifies utility type, depth, and routing with significantly higher accuracy, reducing the risk of costly and dangerous utility strikes during excavation. The cloud-delivered 3D underground map is accessible by project teams before breaking ground. Founded with roots in Israeli defence intelligence technology, Exodigo has been deployed by major US utilities including AT&T and large civil construction programmes. Pricing is project-based and available through Exodigo directly.

Trimble X7

The Trimble X7 is a self-levelling, self-calibrating terrestrial laser scanner for construction, surveying, and infrastructure inspection, producing millimetre-accurate 3D point clouds at 500,000 points per second with 1.5mm accuracy at 10 metres. Auto-levelling and self-calibration reduce setup to under a minute, significantly faster than manually configured scanners. Integrated with Trimble FieldLink software for real-time data processing, the X7 is used by construction project managers, surveyors, BIM consultants, and infrastructure engineers for as-built documentation and quality control. Priced at approximately $50,000–$80,000 through Trimble authorised dealers.