Evaluate real usable range
Reflectivity and detection probability
Compare ranges at the same reflectivity and request the measurement conditions. A dark target can substantially reduce nominal range.
Spinning or solid-state
Spinning designs provide 360° coverage useful for vehicles and mapping. Solid-state sensors often concentrate points into a narrower forward field.
Outdoor protection
Target IP67 or better, and verify temperature, vibration, window cleaning and adverse-weather behavior before permanent deployment.
200 m+ LiDAR comparison
| Product | Manufacturer | Range | FoV | IP | ROS 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VZ-400i | RIEGL | 800 m @ 90% | 360° × 100° | IP64 | — |
| OS2 Rev7 128ch | Ouster | 200 m (10%) / 400 m max | 360° × 22.5° | IP68 / IP69K | Community and vendor packages |
| Pandar128 | Hesai | 200 m @10% (300 m max) | 360° × 30° | IP6K7 class | Vendor drivers |
| Tele-15 | Livox | 320 m @10% / 500 m @50% | 14.5° × 16.2° | — | Livox SDK |
| Ultra Puck VLP-32C | Velodyne | 200 m | 360° × 40° (-25° to +15°) | IP67 | ROS drivers (community) |
| miniVUX-1UAV | RIEGL | 330 m | 360° × 40° | IP64 | — |
Indicative specifications: confirm configuration and measurement conditions with the manufacturer.
Automotive, infrastructure and mapping
In automotive, latency and qualification matter as much as range. For infrastructure or surveying, examine accuracy, GNSS/IMU synchronization, long-distance density and scan repeatability.
Decide with a field test
Shortlist by range, FoV and IP rating, then test on the project's surfaces, distances and weather. The best long-range LiDAR is the one that maintains useful detection in your worst conditions.
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FAQ
What does a 200 m LiDAR range mean?
It is a value tied to specified reflectivity and conditions. Always ask for range on dark targets and detection probability.
Is IP67 enough for outdoor use?
IP67 covers dust and temporary immersion, but not vibration, fog, ice, cleaning or UV aging.
Why choose a spinning LiDAR?
Its 360° horizontal view simplifies perception around a vehicle or mapping platform.