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AltspaceVR vs vSpatial

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AltspaceVR

AR VR

Social VR platform for events and meetups

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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vSpatial

AR VR

VR workspace for remote productivity

From
$10/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only AltspaceVR has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: AltspaceVR shut down permanently on 10 March 2023. Microsoft closed it to concentrate on Microsoft Mesh, and altvr.com now redirects to microsoft.com; vSpatial the free Remote tier limits sessions to 45 minutes before reconnecting
  • They diverge on capability: AltspaceVR covers Event hosting, vSpatial covers Virtual monitors.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which AltspaceVR and vSpatial actually diverge.

Attributes where AltspaceVR and vSpatial differ
AttributeAltspaceVRvSpatial
Starting priceFree$10/month
Pricing modelfreesubscription
Free tierYesNo
Founded19752016

Identical on both: platforms (Vr, Pc, Quest), 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 AltspaceVR

  • Event hosting
  • World building
  • Avatar system
  • Microsoft accounts
  • Streaming
  • Custom content

Only in vSpatial

  • Virtual monitors
  • Desktop streaming
  • Collaboration rooms
  • Windows desktop
  • Video conferencing
  • Cloud storage

Both cover

  • Spatial audio
  • Vr support
  • Pc support
  • Quest support

What people use each for

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

AltspaceVR

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

vSpatial

  • Working on remote desktops inside a VR headsetnot AltspaceVR
  • Adding virtual monitors around a single physical machinenot AltspaceVR
  • Accessing a work PC from a browser or headsetnot AltspaceVR

Where each one falls short

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

AltspaceVR

  • Shut down permanently on 10 March 2023. Microsoft closed it to concentrate on Microsoft Mesh, and altvr.com now redirects to microsoft.com
  • Microsoft acquired it in 2017 and the closure came alongside wider cuts, so there is no path back
  • Mesh is aimed at business use rather than the consumer social VR AltspaceVR offered

vSpatial

  • The free Remote tier limits sessions to 45 minutes before reconnecting
  • The free tier allows only 1 remote, 1 simultaneous remote session and 1 virtual monitor
  • Free users see only their physical monitors and cannot add virtual monitors
  • The free tier is not licensed for business use
  • Remote Pro is $20 per year and is described as an introductory price
  • Remote Pro caps virtual monitors at up to 4
  • Supported remote machines require Windows 10 version 1809 or newer, Windows 11, or macOS 13 and newer
  • Collaboration and screen control sharing are listed as coming soon

Pricing, plan by plan

AltspaceVR

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Event hosting
    • World creation
    • Social features

vSpatial

$10/month
  • Pro$10/month
    • Virtual monitors
    • Collaboration
    • Cloud sync

Which should you pick?

Choose AltspaceVR if

  • You need event hosting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Vr, Pc, Quest.
  • You also want world building.
AltspaceVR review

Choose vSpatial if

  • You need virtual monitors.
  • You work on Vr, Pc, Quest.
  • You also want desktop streaming.
vSpatial review

Questions people ask

Is AltspaceVR or vSpatial better?
Neither clearly leads. AltspaceVR starts at Free and vSpatial at $10/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, AltspaceVR or vSpatial?
AltspaceVR has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for AltspaceVR and $10/month for vSpatial.
Does AltspaceVR or vSpatial run on more platforms?
Both run on Vr, Pc, Quest, so platform support will not decide this one for you.
Can I use AltspaceVR for free?
Yes. AltspaceVR has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. vSpatial starts at $10/month.
What is AltspaceVR best used for?
AltspaceVR is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization. Of those, vr gaming and ar marketing are not what vSpatial is typically brought in for.
What can AltspaceVR do that vSpatial cannot?
AltspaceVR covers Event hosting, World building, Avatar system, Microsoft accounts. vSpatial covers Virtual monitors, Desktop streaming, Collaboration rooms, Windows desktop. Both handle Spatial audio, Vr support, Pc support, Quest support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

vSpatial: What authentication method does vSpatial use for account security?

vSpatial uses "password-less" authentication via "2FA and globally accepted OpenID Connect Standards" rather than traditional passwords for enhanced safety.

Source
vSpatial: How is my data encrypted when using vSpatial?

The platform employs "TLS, PKE, WebRTC encryption standards" to ensure "nothing traverses the network unencrypted" across all network communications.

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vSpatial: Is there a self-hosted option available for privacy-conscious businesses?

Yes, vSpatial offers businesses the ability to "self-host your own vSpatial XR Cloud" as an alternative to traditional cloud-based service models.

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vSpatial: What is the cost to get started with vSpatial?

vSpatial offers a free tier to begin using the service immediately. Visit the pricing page for details on paid tier options and features.

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