Both the EinScan HX and EinScan HX2 are discontinued; Shining3D stopped listing them earlier in 2026 in favor of the EinScan Rigil. For buyers weighing leftover stock or a used unit, the short version is that the HX2 adds faster laser capture, a higher frame rate, and camera-based tracking, while accuracy stayed essentially the same across both generations.
At a Glance
- Category: Hybrid handheld 3D scanner (LED + laser)
- EinScan HX: $7,999 list, 1,200,000 points/sec (LED mode), 420x440mm scan volume
- EinScan HX2: $9,999 list, 1,600,000 points/sec (laser mode), 13 crossed laser lines at 120fps
- Deciding spec: HX2’s laser capture speed (1.6M points/sec) and 120fps tracking versus HX’s lower price
Full Spec Comparison
| Axis | EinScan HX | EinScan HX2 |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy | Up to 0.04mm | Up to 0.04mm (unchanged) |
| Resolution | Up to 0.05mm | Minimum point distance 0.05mm |
| Capture Speed | Up to 1,200,000 points/sec (LED mode); laser precision to 0.04mm | Up to 1,600,000 points/sec (laser mode); 13 crossed blue laser lines at 120fps |
| Working Volume/Range | 420x440mm (LED mode) / 380x400mm (laser mode) | Not separately re-listed by the retailer source; combines blue laser and structured light |
| Tracking | Built-in color camera; no dedicated rapid-scan tracking mode noted in sourcing | Built-in color camera with full-color texture capture and tracking in rapid scan mode |
| Weight | Not listed in sourced spec page | 710g |
| Computer Requirements | Not separately published in sourced listings for this comparison | Not separately published in sourced listings for this comparison |
| Software & Subscriptions | Ships with calibration board, phone screen mount, markers, USB drive; software terms not detailed in sourced listing | Software terms not detailed in sourced listing |
| Price | $7,999 list, as last listed before discontinuation (per All3DP, as of September 2026) | $9,999 list, as last listed before discontinuation (per Top3DShop, as of September 2026) |
Where HX Wins
The HX’s clearest advantage is price: at a $7,999 list versus the HX2’s $9,999, it undercuts its successor by two thousand dollars while matching it on the accuracy spec that matters most for many parts, 0.04mm. It also ships with a fuller accessory bundle documented in its spec sheet — calibration board, phone screen mount, markers, and a USB drive — giving buyers a complete out-of-box kit. For anyone finding a discounted or open-box HX, the combination of near-identical accuracy at a lower entry cost, per All3DP’s published specs, makes it a reasonable pick when the HX2’s faster laser mode and tracking upgrades are not essential to the workflow.
Where HX2 Wins
The HX2 pulls ahead on throughput and usability. Its laser mode reaches 1,600,000 points/sec, up from the HX’s 1,200,000 points/sec LED-mode figure, and its 13 crossed laser lines run at a stated 120fps, a frame-rate figure the HX’s listing does not specify. The HX2 also adds tracking support in rapid scan mode through its color camera, per Top3DShop’s published specs, which can matter for freehand scanning of larger or more complex objects without markers. At 710g, its documented weight, it remains a handheld unit despite the added capture power. For studios or engineers who scan frequently and value speed over the lower HX price tag, the HX2 is the stronger buy.
Verdict: What Changed?
The jump from HX to HX2 was an incremental refinement rather than a full redesign: accuracy held steady at 0.04mm, but laser capture speed, line count, and frame rate all increased, and the HX2 added rapid-scan tracking via its color camera. Buyers hunting used or remaining-stock units should consider the HX2 for speed-sensitive scanning and the HX for budget-conscious projects where 0.04mm accuracy is enough, though anyone prioritizing long-term support and warranty coverage should look at the EinScan Rigil, Shining3D’s current replacement for both models. For more on how we build these comparisons, see our editorial policy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the EinScan HX and HX2 still available to buy new?
No. Both were discontinued by Shining3D earlier in 2026, per the sourced All3DP and Top3DShop listings, and replaced by the EinScan Rigil. Remaining stock may still surface through resellers or secondary markets, and used units appear on marketplaces and forums dedicated to 3D scanning hardware, but neither model is part of Shining3D’s current lineup.
Should I buy an EinScan Rigil instead?
The Rigil is Shining3D’s current replacement for both the HX and HX2 and is the safer choice for anyone who wants an in-warranty, actively supported scanner. This comparison focuses specifically on what changed between the HX and HX2 for buyers already considering used or discounted units of either discontinued model, not a full Rigil evaluation.
Is the HX2 worth the extra cost over the HX on the used market?
It depends on the discount each unit carries relative to its original list price. At full list, the HX2’s $9,999 price was $2,000 above the HX’s $7,999, per All3DP and Top3DShop’s published figures, for gains in laser capture speed, line count, frame rate, and tracking rather than a change in core accuracy. Buyers who need faster laser scanning or rapid-scan tracking get clear value from the HX2; those scanning simpler objects less frequently may find the HX’s lower price the better match.