What changed, why it matters, and how to get started with the new MeasurePRO desktop application
MeasurePRO started as a Progressive Web App (PWA) — accessible from any browser, on any device. That approach worked well for basic functionality, but our users need more than what a browser can offer.
No reliable serial port access
Web browsers use the experimental Web Serial API, which is unreliable for professional LiDAR laser sensors and GPS receivers that communicate over COM ports.
USB device limitations
Connecting USB GPS receivers and laser rangefinders through a browser requires workarounds and driver hacks that break with every browser update.
Offline reliability concerns
PWA offline mode depends on service workers, which can be cleared by the browser unexpectedly — a serious risk when surveying in remote areas without connectivity.
Performance bottlenecks
Real-time measurement processing at 30 kHz with simultaneous GPS, camera, and data logging pushes browser JavaScript engines to their limits.
Connect laser rangefinders and GPS receivers directly through COM ports. No browser permissions, no experimental APIs — just plug in and go.
Works completely offline with local data storage. No service workers, no cache expiration — your data is always there when you need it.
MeasurePRO checks for updates on launch and installs them with a single click. Always running the latest version without manual downloads.
Native code processes real-time measurement data faster than any browser. Smoother camera feeds, quicker GPS updates, and responsive UI under heavy load.
Download the Desktop App
Visit the download page and install MeasurePRO on your Windows laptop.
Use Your Existing Credentials
Your login credentials from the web app work in the desktop app. Same email, same password — no need to create a new account.
Your Data is Safe
All cloud-synced surveys and measurements are available in the desktop app. Data stored locally in the browser can be exported and re-imported.
Connect Your Hardware
Plug in your laser rangefinder and GPS receiver. MeasurePRO auto-detects connected devices — no driver installation needed.
Your subscription, license, and all survey data carry over to the desktop app. Nothing is lost in the transition.
Our users are field surveyors and logistics professionals working on Windows laptops and rugged tablets. That's where the work happens — in vehicles, at construction sites, and along transport routes.
Industry Standard
Windows dominates the field survey and heavy haul industries. Our users run Windows laptops and rugged tablets.
Hardware Ecosystem
Professional survey hardware — laser sensors, GNSS receivers, LiDAR scanners — ships with Windows drivers and COM port interfaces.
Field Conditions
Windows laptops work reliably in remote field conditions where internet access is unreliable or unavailable.
v15.3.5 | Windows 10/11 64-bit | Active license required