From time to time we run into a new pool company and when we mention having a laser device that measures pools… they say “Oh, you’re with Latham”?  We admit it…  we can’t compete with their marketing budget!

But, there are actually 2 laser devices in the pool industry…  and both solve the inaccuracies and back-breaking work that results from using tape measures.

If they both work, what are the main differences between them?

Here’s a comparison of each device based on different attributes:

 

Accuracy  🎯

BOTH ARE EQUALLY ACCURATE

Both Latham Laser and Trigonon use the same underlying laser measurement technology. That means:

  • Accuracy down to approximately 1/8 inch
  • Significantly more precise than traditional tape methods
  • Reliable for complex pool shapes

Both systems deliver high-quality, professional-grade measurements.

 

Ease of Use  ⏱

TRIGONON MAY HAVE A FASTER LEARNING CURVE

Both platforms offer solid software that is user-friendly, but there’s still a learning curve involved.

  • Latham Laser: Clean interface, but may require learning a completely new process
  • Trigonon: Uses the traditional A-B measurement method, which most pool technicians already understand

 

One-Person Measuring Capability 🧍🏼

BOTH NEED ONLY ONE OPERATOR (with a question mark)

Both systems allow:

  • Single-person operation
  • Measurement of all pool types

*However, Trigonon offers the ability to back-measure to fixed objects like grottos, rock walls, and other features

We do not know if the Latham Laser supports this functionality or how it handles those scenarios.

 

Pricing  💰

TRIGONON OFFERS ALL-AROUND LOWER PRICE POINTS

Latham Laser

  • Pricing is not transparent and has changed multiple times
  • Pool companies report pricing around $5,000
  • Latham offers possible rebates, if you purchase liners through them (ex//  buy 10 liners)
  • Additional fees: reportedly up to $150 per drawing

Trigonon

  • $749 upfront for equipment
  • $15 per pool project
  • No hidden fees, service charges or pricing tiers

 

Ordering Flexibility  🛒

TRIGONON ALLOWS POOL COMPANIES TO ORDER FROM ANY MANUFACTURER

Latham Laser

  • Latham retains ownership of the drawings.  They make it easy to order, but you are limited to purchasing through them.

Trigonon

  • You own the drawings
  • Full control to:
    • Send to any manufacturer (including Latham)
    • Request multiple quotes
    • Reuse data as needed (ex// measure for liner and use drawings again in a few years for pool cover replacement)
  • Drawings are stored for free

 

Final Summary

Both Latham Laser and Trigonon deliver accurate, modern laser measurement solutions. If accuracy is your only concern, you’ll be well-served by either option.

However, the differences become clear when you look beyond the measuring device:

  • Choose Latham Laser if:
    • You’re already committed to their ecosystem and upfront project costs
    • You’re comfortable with pricing from one vendor
  • Choose Trigonon if:
    • You want lower device and ongoing project costs
    • You desire full ownership and control of your drawings
    • You want flexibility to work with multiple manufacturers
    • You want a device that can currently measure any pool and water feature without waiting for future upgrades

Both companies make a great product and do a great job supporting their customers.  Compared to using tape measures, you just can’t lose… using either laser device!