Comparing Mobile and Static Dimensioning Solutions
In warehouse operations, accurate item master data is the main building block. Without dimensional data, operations & systems cannot work. With inaccurate dimensional data, operations & systems become inefficient, leading to an increase in operational costs.
Traditionally, companies have relied on manual and stationary or static dimensioning solutions like those offered by Cubiscan. Particularly valued for their durability in controlled settings. However, static systems can be limiting in dynamic warehouse settings, where moving items to a fixed station adds complexity and time.
Optioryx offers a mobile data gathering solution, Flux, that enables measurements to be taken directly at the point of activity, without the high upfront investment in specialized hardware.
Two Approaches to Dimensioning
Cubiscan: Static Dimensioning Stations
Cubiscan systems are fixed, hardware-based solutions designed for product dimensions and weight. Typically placed at dedicated measurement stations within a facility, these machines are ideal for environments where items can be routed systematically to a central measurement point.
Key characteristics:
- High measurement precision
- Dedicated hardware footprint
- Fixed-location operation
- High upfront investment
Flux by Optioryx: Mobile Dimensioning
Optioryx offers a software-based alternative that turns smartphones and tablets into a dimensioning tool. Using AI-powered scanning and camera-based measurement, it enables warehouse staff to capture dimensions on the go, wherever items are located.
Key characteristics:
- High measurement precision
- Runs on iOS and Android devices
- No upfront hardware investment
- Pay-as-you-go pricing
- Measure anywhere in the facility with one solution
- Custom data capture (barcodes, weight, OCR)
- WMS/ERP integration
Beyond Dimensions: Capturing More Data with Flux
Optioryx goes beyond traditional dimensioning. In addition to item measurements, the mobile app allows users to capture, digitize, and share data, from dimensions and inspections to simple checklists, collaboratively in a mobile and flexible way.
- Scan barcodes
- Capture photos and notes
- Use Optical Character Recognition (OCR) for extracting text from labels
- Share automated reports
- Use AI modules to classify images (e.g. for damage detection)
- No-code workflow development
This turns dimensioning into a broader data collection workflow, ideal for teams needing full visibility into inventory quality, packaging, or compliance checks.
Questions?
Static dimensioners are fixed to one location, require special hardware, and need a dedicated station. Mobile solution works on supported phones or tablets, enabling accurate item measurements anywhere
The Optioryx mobile dimensioning solutuins is free to use. Static dimensioners can cost anywhere from €15,000 to €50,000
Yes, the mobile dimensioning solution supports various other modules such as scanning barcodes, OCR scanning, AI scanning, taking photos, custom data points, or notes, giving you a complete data record.
Yes, Optioryx mobile dimensioning solution supports multi-user access and device scalability through centralized user management and data synchronization.
The solution supports a wide range of item types and sizes, from small parcels to oversized, irregularly shaped goods such as pallets and unit load devices (ULD).
