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A-Frame vs Gravity Sketch

A-Frame logo

A-Frame

AR VR

Web framework for building VR experiences

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Gravity Sketch logo

Gravity Sketch

AR VR

VR 3D design tool

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: A-Frame no commercial support or SLA agreements documented; Gravity Sketch free plan limited to 150MB cloud storage and 3 simultaneous users per room
  • They diverge on capability: A-Frame covers Declarative HTML, Gravity Sketch covers VR design.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which A-Frame and Gravity Sketch actually diverge.

Attributes where A-Frame and Gravity Sketch differ
AttributeA-FrameGravity Sketch
Pricing modelopen-sourcefreemium
PlatformsWeb (via WebXR), VR headsets, AR-capable mobile devicesVR (Meta Quest, Steam, Web)
Founded20152014

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

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 A-Frame

  • Declarative HTML
  • Entity-component system
  • WebXR support
  • Cross-platform
  • Three.js
  • AR.js
  • Physics engines
  • Networking

Only in Gravity Sketch

  • VR design
  • Desktop app
  • Surface modeling
  • Collaboration
  • Import/export
  • Presentation mode
  • Rhino
  • Alias

What people use each for

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

A-Frame

  • 3D and AR/VR web experiencesnot Gravity Sketch
  • WebVR applicationsnot Gravity Sketch
  • WebGPU implementationsnot Gravity Sketch
  • Hand-tracking interactive contentnot Gravity Sketch

Gravity Sketch

  • Spatial 3D design and conceptualisation in VRnot A-Frame
  • Collaborative product design sessionsnot A-Frame
  • Conceptual model generationnot A-Frame
  • Engineering and design team collaboration in immersive environmentnot A-Frame

Where each one falls short

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

A-Frame

  • No commercial support or SLA agreements documented
  • No enterprise licensing options available
  • Documentation and community support are primary resources

Gravity Sketch

  • Free plan limited to 150MB cloud storage and 3 simultaneous users per room
  • File format support limited to OBJ and STL on free plan; other formats require paid plan
  • Evaluation tools (surface contours, viewpoints, section tool) not available on free tier
  • VR access requires Meta Quest, Steam, or web app; limited to specific platforms
  • Data localisation only available on Enterprise plan

Pricing, plan by plan

A-Frame

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the A-Frame review.

Gravity Sketch

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Core creation tools: sketching, surfacing, geometry
    • 150MB cloud storage
    • Up to 3 collaborators per room
  • Plus$undefined/mo
    • Full access to creation and evaluation tools
    • Unlimited imports/exports of all formats
    • 3GB cloud storage
  • Team$null/mo
    • 10GB cloud storage per user
    • 10+ people simultaneously in rooms
    • Organization space and user management
  • Enterprise$null/mo
    • All Team features
    • Data localization, backup, security logs
    • Dedicated account manager

Which should you pick?

Choose A-Frame if

  • You need declarative html.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web (via WebXR), VR headsets, AR-capable mobile devices.
  • You also want entity-component system.
A-Frame review

Choose Gravity Sketch if

  • You need vr design.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on VR (Meta Quest, Steam, Web).
  • You also want desktop app.
Gravity Sketch review

Questions people ask

Is A-Frame or Gravity Sketch better?
Neither clearly leads. A-Frame starts at Free and Gravity Sketch at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, A-Frame or Gravity Sketch?
A-Frame starts at Free and Gravity Sketch at Free.
Does A-Frame or Gravity Sketch run on more platforms?
A-Frame runs on Web (via WebXR), VR headsets, AR-capable mobile devices. Gravity Sketch runs on VR (Meta Quest, Steam, Web).
Can I use A-Frame for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is A-Frame best used for?
A-Frame is most often used for 3d and ar/vr web experiences, webvr applications, webgpu implementations, hand-tracking interactive content. Of those, 3d and ar/vr web experiences and webvr applications are not what Gravity Sketch is typically brought in for.
What can A-Frame do that Gravity Sketch cannot?
A-Frame covers Declarative HTML, Entity-component system, WebXR support, Cross-platform. Gravity Sketch covers VR design, Desktop app, Surface modeling, Collaboration.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

A-Frame: Is A-Frame free to use?

A-Frame is a free, open-source web framework for building 3D, AR, and VR experiences. There are no licensing costs or subscription fees associated with using A-Frame.

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Gravity Sketch: Is there a free version of Gravity Sketch?

Yes. The Free tier includes core creation tools, sketching, surfacing, geometry, and up to 3 collaborators with 150MB cloud storage. No credit card required.

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A-Frame: What platforms does A-Frame support?

A-Frame is cross-platform and works on VR headsets, mobile devices, and desktop computers. It supports WebVR, WebGPU, and hand tracking capabilities.

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Gravity Sketch: What is the difference between Gravity Sketch free and paid tiers?

The Free tier has 150MB storage and 3 collaborators. The Plus tier has 3GB storage, 5 collaborators, and unlimited imports/exports. Team and Enterprise tiers offer 10GB+ storage per user and advanced security features.

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A-Frame: What is the difference between A-Frame and traditional 3D development frameworks?

A-Frame uses HTML and Entity-Component architecture to simplify 3D creation. This makes building immersive experiences accessible to web developers without specialized 3D graphics expertise.

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Gravity Sketch: What file formats does Gravity Sketch support?

Free tier exports only OBJ and USDZ formats. Plus, Team, and Enterprise tiers support unlimited imports and exports across all supported file types.

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