If you're a business owner, real estate broker, or marketing director, you've probably heard of 360° virtual tours and Matterport 3D technology. But one question always comes up first: How much does it really cost?
The short answer: between 395 $ and 995 $ For the vast majority of projects, and on a personalized quote basis for very large spaces or industrial needs. The long answer depends on a few specific factors that we detail in this article.
At Panosphere 360, a Google Street View certified photographer since 2014 with over 1,000 shots taken in Montreal, on the South Shore and throughout Quebec, we are publishing our actual rates for 2026 here. No misleading "starting from" figures, just the numbers.
The 2 main types of virtual tours and their prices in Quebec
Before discussing figures, it's important to understand that "360° virtual tour" primarily covers two different services, each with its own cost and its own use.
Google Street View virtual tour — 395 $ to 595 $
This is the most accessible option. A photographer approved by Google (a Trusted Pro) captures your space in 360° panoramas and publishes the result directly on Google Maps, Google Business Profile and in Google search results. Your potential customers can visit your business, restaurant, or office. without leaving Google.
– Shop or office space up to 150 m²: 395 $
– Restaurant, clinic or boutique hotel 150-300 m²: 495 $ – 595 $
– Includes: 5 to 15 capture points, Google Maps integration, embed code for your website
Matterport 3D Virtual Tour — 495 $ to 995 $
Matterport is a technology completely different from Google Street View. The camera uses a LiDAR sensor to measure every centimeter of your space with a laser. The result: a 3D virtual tour immersive where the user can move freely, see a 2D plan in "dollhouse view", and even measure distances accurately.
– Condo or house 50-150 m²: 495 $
– Commercial or office space 150-250 m²: 695 $ – 795 $
– Boutique hotel, clinic, school 250-400 m²: 895 $ – 995 $
– Larger or industrial needs (factory, warehouse 1,000 m²+): based on a personalized quote
For large industrial, institutional or multi-site projects (hotel chain, network of clinics, real estate complexes), we establish a customized quote after a preliminary discussion with you.
Factors that influence the price of your virtual tour
Why does a Matterport for a condo cost 495 $ and a Matterport for a school 995 $? Four main factors are involved.
1. The area of the place
That's the main factor. The larger the space, the more you need. capture points (Matterport places a point every 1.5 to 3 meters, Google Street View every 3 to 5 meters). An 80 m² condo requires 25 to 40 points; a 400 m² boutique hotel may require 150+.
2. The number of parts and the complexity
A large open space of 200 m² (loft, restaurant) costs less than a space of the same size segmented into 25 small rooms (school, clinic). The more rooms there are, the more transitions there are to capture.
3. Post-production work
This is what distinguishes a "raw" virtual tour from a virtual tour professional : addition of interactive hotspots, generated 2D floor plan, custom branding, integration of links to your services, translation of labels into English, etc.
4. Distance and displacement
For recordings in Montreal, Laval, the South Shore (Brossard, Longueuil, Boucherville) and the North Shore, no travel fees. Outside this area, fees may apply (varying depending on the distance).
Quick comparison table by property type
To help you quickly estimate, here are some concrete examples from our achievements in 2025-2026:
| Property type | Service | Average price 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Condo 50-80 m² | Matterport 3D | 495 $ |
| House 150 m² | Matterport 3D | 695 $ |
| Restaurant or shop, 150 m² | Google Street View | 395 $ |
| Retail space 150-250 m² with Matterport | Matterport 3D | 695 $ – 795 $ |
| Doctor's office / clinic | Matterport 3D | 895 $ |
| Boutique hotel with 20-30 rooms | Matterport 3D | 895 $ – 995 $ |
| School / medium-sized institution | Matterport 3D | 895 $ – 995 $ |
| Large industrial project, factory, 50+ room hotel | Price upon request | 995 $ and more |
For a precise quote tailored to your situation, you can Request a free quote within 24 hours.
What's included in our packages at Panosphere 360
All our packages include by default :
– The on-site filming session (generally 1 to 3 hours depending on the area)
– Processing and assembling images for a navigable virtual tour
– The iframe embed code to integrate the visit into your website
– Integration with Google Maps (for Google Street View tours)
– An automated 2D floor plan (for Matterport visits)
– The «dollhouse view» option and precise measurements (Matterport)
– Compatibility mobile, tablet and VR headset
The following are optional:
– Personalized interactive hotspots (links, videos, descriptions)
– Automatic blurring of faces or license plates (useful in daycare centers, hospitals, parking lots)
– Translation of labels into English (useful for TranslatePress and the Montreal bilingual market)
– Custom branding (logo, colors)
How to calculate the ROI of a virtual tour for your business
The price of a virtual tour is a investment, Not an expense. Here's how to estimate your return based on your sector.
For a real estate broker
According to a Matterport study published in 2024, 74 % brokers those who use 3D tours obtain more mandates and sell 20 % faster. If you pay 495 $ for a Matterport and you earn even just’one additional transaction Over the year, the ROI is several thousand percent.
For a shop or restaurant
A Google Street View virtual tour on your listing Google Business Profile increases on average the Click-through rate to your site of 30 % (Source: Google Maps Platform). If you charge an average of 50 $ per customer and just one additional customer per week finds you through the visit, your investment of 395 $ is recouped in less than 8 weeks.
For an institution or a large establishment
The calculation is different: the Matterport visit is used to document your site (security, distance learning, virtual auditing) and to avoid physical travel costly. A single site meeting avoided thanks to a Matterport digital twin can justify several thousand dollars of investment.
To learn more, see our Matterport case study for the industry.
FAQ — Answers to frequently asked questions about pricing
Why does a Matterport cost more than a Google Street View visit?
Matterport technology uses a sensor LiDAR (laser) that measures every centimeter of space to the millimeter. This allows for the generation of a 2D map, a 3D "dollhouse" view, and precise measurements. Google Street View uses conventional panoramic photos, without measurements. The Matterport Pro3 camera also costs more than 6 000 $, compared to 800 $ for a standard 360° camera, which is reflected in the price.
Are there monthly hosting costs?
No. At Panosphere 360, all our plans include lifetime hosting with Matterport or Google. You have no recurring fees to worry about, unless you want to add premium features (Matterport offers paid plans with advanced analytics, but this is not mandatory).
How long will it take for my virtual tour to be delivered?
Standard delivery time: 5 to 10 business days between capture and final delivery. For urgent projects (real estate registration, events to be published quickly), we can deliver in 48-72 hours for an additional fee.
How does the payment process work?
For projects up to 995 $, full payment is due upon delivery. For custom-quoted projects, a 30 % deposit is required upon confirmation, with the balance due upon delivery. We accept bank transfers, Interac payments, and invoices for corporate accounts.
And for very large projects — how does the personalized quote work?
For spaces larger than 1,000 m², multi-site hotel chains, industrial plants, or digital twin projects, we provide a customized quote after a preliminary site visit (in person or virtual) to assess the complexity. The final price depends on the number of capture points, the duration of the project, and the post-production required.
Ready to get your exact price?
If you want a personalized quote For your project — restaurant, condo, hotel, factory, school, clinic or other — we respond in less than 24 business hours.
👉 Request my personalized quote
To compare services or see concrete examples:
– Our detailed pricing page — complete table by area
– Matterport 3D Service Montreal — pillar page on 3D technology
– Google Street View service — for shops and offices
– Our portfolio — 80+ projects completed (Loto-Québec, Hydro-Québec, HEC Montréal, VIA Rail, and more)
