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Frame VR vs Microsoft HoloLens 2

Frame VR logo

Frame VR

AR/VR & Metaverse

Browser-based VR for collaboration and events

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Microsoft HoloLens 2 logo

Microsoft HoloLens 2

AR/VR & Metaverse

Enterprise mixed reality for the modern workplace

From
$3500/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Frame VR has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • They diverge on capability: Frame VR covers Browser-based VR, Microsoft HoloLens 2 covers Spatial mapping.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Frame VR and Microsoft HoloLens 2 actually diverge.

Attributes where Frame VR and Microsoft HoloLens 2 differ
AttributeFrame VRMicrosoft HoloLens 2
Starting priceFree$3500/one-time
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebvr, Web, Vr, MobileStandalone AR Headset
Founded20182015

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (AR/VR & Metaverse).

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
  • Streaming
  • Webvr support

Only in Microsoft HoloLens 2

  • Spatial mapping
  • Hand tracking
  • Eye tracking
  • Holographic display
  • Azure
  • Dynamics 365
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Mixed-reality 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

Microsoft HoloLens 2

  • 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.

Microsoft HoloLens 2

  • Narrow field of view of 52 degrees limits visibility of holograms and causes parts of 3D objects to disappear when viewing up close
  • Heavy weight makes extended wearing uncomfortable and impractical for sessions longer than a few hours
  • Short battery life of 2.5 to 5.5 hours limits extended deployments without charging
  • Display is sensitive to bright light and sunlight, with rainbow color artifacts and poor outdoor readability
  • High price of $3,500 limits accessibility to enterprises with substantial budgets

Pricing, plan by plan

Frame VR

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

Microsoft HoloLens 2

$3500/one-time

No published plan breakdown. See the Microsoft HoloLens 2 review.

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 Microsoft HoloLens 2 if

  • You need spatial mapping.
  • You work on Standalone AR Headset.
  • You also want hand tracking.
Microsoft HoloLens 2 review

Questions people ask

Is Frame VR or Microsoft HoloLens 2 better?
Neither clearly leads. Frame VR starts at Free and Microsoft HoloLens 2 at $3500/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Frame VR or Microsoft HoloLens 2?
Frame VR has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Frame VR and $3500/one-time for Microsoft HoloLens 2.
Does Frame VR or Microsoft HoloLens 2 run on more platforms?
Frame VR runs on Webvr, Web, Vr, Mobile. Microsoft HoloLens 2 runs on Standalone AR Headset.
Can I use Frame VR for free?
Yes. Frame VR has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Microsoft HoloLens 2 starts at $3500/one-time.
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 Microsoft HoloLens 2 cannot?
Frame VR covers Browser-based VR, 3D presentations, Collaboration, Events. Microsoft HoloLens 2 covers Spatial mapping, Hand tracking, Eye tracking, Holographic display.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Microsoft HoloLens 2: How long is the battery life of HoloLens 2?

HoloLens 2 battery life is 2.5 to 5.5 hours of active use depending on workload intensity and brightness settings.

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Microsoft HoloLens 2: What is the field of view for HoloLens 2?

HoloLens 2 has a 52-degree field of view (43 degrees horizontal and 29 degrees vertical), which is considered narrow and limits the visible hologram area when viewing objects up close.

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Microsoft HoloLens 2: Can HoloLens 2 be worn over glasses?

Yes, HoloLens 2 can be worn directly over glasses with an ergonomic design that allows the visor to flip up, though comfort depends on the glasses' size and weight.

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Microsoft HoloLens 2: What is the price of HoloLens 2?

The HoloLens 2 costs $3,500 USD with enterprise rental options at $125 per month and developer rental at $99 per month.

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