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Frame VR vs AltspaceVR

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Frame VR

Software

Browser-based VR for collaboration and events

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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AltspaceVR

Software

Social VR platform for events and meetups

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • They diverge on capability: Frame VR covers Browser-based VR, AltspaceVR covers Event hosting.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Frame VR and AltspaceVR actually diverge.

Attributes where Frame VR and AltspaceVR differ
AttributeFrame VRAltspaceVR
Pricing modelfreemiumfree
PlatformsWebvr, Web, Vr, MobileVr, Pc, Quest
Founded20181975

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Frame VR

  • Browser-based VR
  • 3D presentations
  • Collaboration
  • Events
  • 3D model import
  • Screen sharing
  • Webvr support
  • Web support

Only in AltspaceVR

  • Event hosting
  • World building
  • Avatar system
  • Spatial audio
  • Microsoft accounts
  • Custom content
  • Pc support
  • Quest support

Both cover

  • Streaming
  • Vr support

What people use each for

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

Frame VR

  • VR Gaming
  • AR Marketing
  • Virtual Training
  • 3D Visualization
  • Immersive Experiences

AltspaceVR

  • VR Gaming
  • AR Marketing
  • Virtual Training
  • 3D Visualization
  • Immersive Experiences

Both are used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization, immersive experiences, on those jobs the choice comes down to price and fit rather than capability.

Where each one falls short

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

Frame VR

Nothing recorded yet. See the Frame VR review.

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

Pricing, plan by plan

Frame VR

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 1 frame
    • 10 visitors
    • Basic features

AltspaceVR

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Frame VR if

  • You need browser-based vr.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Webvr, Web, Vr, Mobile.
  • You also want 3d presentations.
Frame VR review

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

Questions people ask

Is Frame VR or AltspaceVR better?
Neither clearly leads. Frame VR starts at Free and AltspaceVR at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Frame VR or AltspaceVR?
Frame VR starts at Free and AltspaceVR at Free.
Does Frame VR or AltspaceVR run on more platforms?
Frame VR runs on Webvr, Web, Vr, Mobile. AltspaceVR runs on Vr, Pc, Quest.
Can I use Frame VR for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Frame VR best used for?
Frame VR is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization.
What can Frame VR do that AltspaceVR cannot?
Frame VR covers Browser-based VR, 3D presentations, Collaboration, Events. AltspaceVR covers Event hosting, World building, Avatar system, Spatial audio. Both handle Streaming, Vr support.
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