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8th Wall vs Tuple

8th Wall logo

8th Wall

AR VR

WebAR platform for browser-based AR experiences

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tuple logo

Tuple

Remote Work

Pair programming for remote developers

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: 8th Wall platform shutdown as of February 2026, with hosted services ending; Tuple there is no free tier; after a 14-day trial the only self-serve plan is $30 per user per month
  • They diverge on capability: 8th Wall covers SLAM tracking, Tuple covers Low latency video.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which 8th Wall and Tuple actually diverge.

Attributes where 8th Wall and Tuple differ
Attribute8th WallTuple
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
PlatformsWeb (WebXR), Mobile browsers, Open source (local deployment)Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows
CategoryAR VRRemote Work
Founded20162019

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in 8th Wall

  • SLAM tracking
  • Image targets
  • Face effects
  • World tracking
  • Three.js
  • A-Frame
  • Babylon.js
  • PlayCanvas

Only in Tuple

  • Low latency video
  • Screen sharing
  • Cursor tracking
  • Audio optimization
  • Call recording
  • Desktop Mac support
  • Desktop Windows support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

8th Wall

  • VR Gamingnot Tuple
  • AR Marketingnot Tuple
  • Virtual Trainingnot Tuple
  • 3D Visualizationnot Tuple
  • Immersive Experiencesnot Tuple

Tuple

  • Remote pair programmingnot 8th Wall
  • Engineering team collaborationnot 8th Wall
  • Code review sessionsnot 8th Wall
  • Developer onboardingnot 8th Wall

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

8th Wall

  • Platform shutdown as of February 2026, with hosted services ending
  • WebAR performance limitations compared to native app AR experiences
  • Requires internet connection for all AR experiences to function
  • Limited browser support; Firefox and Safari do not support WebXR on desktop and mobile

Tuple

  • There is no free tier; after a 14-day trial the only self-serve plan is $30 per user per month
  • Tuple is available only for macOS and Windows, with no Linux client
  • Enterprise terms including custom contracts, invoice or PO payment and reduced per-user pricing are quote only with no published rate
  • The 90% startup discount is restricted to companies less than two years old with fewer than 50 employees
  • The refund policy covers only the most recent monthly payment

Pricing, plan by plan

8th Wall

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the 8th Wall review.

Tuple

Free
  • Engineering Teams$30/month
    • Unlimited pairing sessions
    • External collaborators pair free
    • Single sign-on (SSO) included
  • Enterprise$null/month
    • Everything in Engineering Teams
    • Custom contracts
    • Invoice/PO payment options
  • Startups$3/month
    • 90% off regular pricing ($3/user/month vs $30)
    • For companies under 2 years old with fewer than 50 employees
  • Open SourceFree
    • Free licenses for significant open-source work

Which should you pick?

Choose 8th Wall if

  • You need slam tracking.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web (WebXR), Mobile browsers, Open source (local deployment).
  • You also want image targets.
8th Wall review

Choose Tuple if

  • You need low latency video.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows.
  • You also want screen sharing.
Tuple review

Questions people ask

Is 8th Wall or Tuple better?
Neither clearly leads. 8th Wall starts at Free and Tuple at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, 8th Wall or Tuple?
8th Wall starts at Free and Tuple at Free.
Does 8th Wall or Tuple run on more platforms?
8th Wall runs on Web (WebXR), Mobile browsers, Open source (local deployment). Tuple runs on Desktop Mac, Desktop Windows.
Can I use 8th Wall for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is 8th Wall best used for?
8th Wall is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization. Of those, vr gaming and ar marketing are not what Tuple is typically brought in for.
What can 8th Wall do that Tuple cannot?
8th Wall covers SLAM tracking, Image targets, Face effects, World tracking. Tuple covers Low latency video, Screen sharing, Cursor tracking, Audio optimization.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

8th Wall: What is 8th Wall and how does it work?

8th Wall was a WebAR platform enabling AR experiences in web browsers without native app installation. As of February 2026, it transitioned to open source at 8thwall.org with free MIT-licensed technology.

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Tuple: Does Tuple offer a free trial?

Yes. Tuple offers a 14-day free trial with no commitment or credit card required. Users can test the platform fully before subscribing.

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8th Wall: Is 8th Wall still available?

The paid hosted platform shut down February 28, 2026. The core technology was released as open source at 8thwall.org. Existing published projects remain online until February 28, 2027, when all hosted content will be permanently deleted.

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Tuple: What discount does Tuple offer for startups?

Tuple offers 90% off the regular $30/user/month rate for startups under 2 years old with fewer than 50 employees, bringing the cost to $3/user/month.

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8th Wall: What licensing is available for 8th Wall?

8th Wall is now released under the MIT open source license at no cost for commercial use. Previously, commercial licensing started at $700 per month per project.

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Tuple: Does Tuple have a satisfaction guarantee?

Yes. Tuple states: 'If you're unhappy with Tuple at any point, we'll refund your most recent monthly payment,' ensuring customer satisfaction.

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Tuple: Can external collaborators use Tuple for free?

Yes. The Engineering Teams plan states 'External collaborators can pair for free (only one paid user required per session),' making it accessible for guest developers.

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