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Construct 3 vs Magic Leap 2

Construct 3 logo

Construct 3

Software

Create games without coding. Powered by the Scirra engine.

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Magic Leap 2 logo

Magic Leap 2

Software

Enterprise AR headset for transformative experiences

From
$3299/unit
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Construct 3 has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Construct 3 the free version caps projects at 50 events, or 25 when used without an account; Magic Leap 2 3.5-hour battery life limits all-day usage in professional environments without battery swaps or tethered power
  • They diverge on capability: Construct 3 covers Visual event system, Magic Leap 2 covers 70-degree FOV.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Construct 3 and Magic Leap 2 actually diverge.

Attributes where Construct 3 and Magic Leap 2 differ
AttributeConstruct 3Magic Leap 2
Starting priceFree$3299/unit
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWindows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, WebLuminOS, Web
Founded20072010

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 Construct 3

  • Visual event system
  • Drag-and-drop editor
  • Physics engine
  • Sprite editor
  • Particle effects
  • Sound effects
  • Web-based
  • HTML5 support

Only in Magic Leap 2

  • 70-degree FOV
  • Dynamic dimming
  • Segmented dimming
  • Eye tracking
  • Enterprise SDKs
  • Cloud services
  • Custom apps
  • Ar support

What people use each for

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

Construct 3

  • Building 2D browser games without writing codenot Magic Leap 2
  • Publishing HTML5 games to the web, desktop and mobile stores from one projectnot Magic Leap 2

Magic Leap 2

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

Where each one falls short

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

Construct 3

  • The free version caps projects at 50 events, or 25 when used without an account
  • Free projects are limited to 2 layers, 2 special effects, 1 timeline animation of up to 5 seconds and 1 web font
  • The free version can only publish to HTML5 and the Construct Arcade, so desktop, Android, iOS and Facebook Instant Games all need a paid plan
  • Licences are per seat and annual, at $129.99 for Personal, $168.99 for Startup Business and $468.99 for Business

Magic Leap 2

  • 3.5-hour battery life limits all-day usage in professional environments without battery swaps or tethered power
  • 70x55 degree field of view is narrower than competitors like Meta Quest (100+ degrees), creating tunnel vision effect
  • Limited app ecosystem compared to Windows Holographic alternatives like HoloLens 2
  • Waveguide display is transparent by design, unsuitable for fully immersive content experiences

Pricing, plan by plan

Construct 3

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Web-based editor
    • HTML5 export
    • Asset library
  • Personal$99/year
    • All Free features
    • Offline editor
    • Advanced export

Magic Leap 2

$3299/unit

No published plan breakdown. See the Magic Leap 2 review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Construct 3 if

  • You need visual event system.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web.
  • You also want drag-and-drop editor.
Construct 3 review

Choose Magic Leap 2 if

  • You need 70-degree fov.
  • You work on LuminOS, Web.
  • You also want dynamic dimming.
Magic Leap 2 review

Questions people ask

Is Construct 3 or Magic Leap 2 better?
Neither clearly leads. Construct 3 starts at Free and Magic Leap 2 at $3299/unit, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Construct 3 or Magic Leap 2?
Construct 3 has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Construct 3 and $3299/unit for Magic Leap 2.
Does Construct 3 or Magic Leap 2 run on more platforms?
Construct 3 runs on Windows, Macos, Linux, Ios, Android, Web. Magic Leap 2 runs on LuminOS, Web.
Can I use Construct 3 for free?
Yes. Construct 3 has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Magic Leap 2 starts at $3299/unit.
What is Construct 3 best used for?
Construct 3 is most often used for building 2d browser games without writing code, publishing html5 games to the web, desktop and mobile stores from one project. Of those, building 2d browser games without writing code and publishing html5 games to the web, desktop and mobile stores from one project are not what Magic Leap 2 is typically brought in for.
What can Construct 3 do that Magic Leap 2 cannot?
Construct 3 covers Visual event system, Drag-and-drop editor, Physics engine, Sprite editor. Magic Leap 2 covers 70-degree FOV, Dynamic dimming, Segmented dimming, Eye tracking.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Magic Leap 2: What is the resolution of Magic Leap 2?

Magic Leap 2 features 1440 x 1760 pixels per eye resolution with approximately 70x55 degree field of view.

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Magic Leap 2: How long is the battery life on Magic Leap 2?

Magic Leap 2 offers up to 3.5 hours of continuous battery life on a single charge, limiting full-shift deployments without battery swapping.

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Magic Leap 2: What is the price of Magic Leap 2?

Magic Leap 2 costs approximately $3,299, positioning it as an enterprise-focused solution with no consumer market path.

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Magic Leap 2: What operating system does Magic Leap 2 run?

Magic Leap 2 runs LuminOS, an Android-based operating system that integrates with standard enterprise management tools.

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Magic Leap 2: What is the weight and form factor of Magic Leap 2?

Magic Leap 2 headset weighs 248 grams and uses a split-system architecture with a tethered compute pack, creating cable management considerations.

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