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Gather vs The Wild

Gather logo

Gather

Remote Work

Virtual spaces for remote collaboration

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
The Wild logo

The Wild

AR VR

VR collaboration for architecture and design

From
$50/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Gather has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Gather no native desktop or mobile app; browser-based only; The Wild no pricing published on website; contact sales required to obtain quotes
  • They diverge on capability: Gather covers Proximity video chat, The Wild covers Design review.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Gather and The Wild actually diverge.

Attributes where Gather and The Wild differ
AttributeGatherThe Wild
Starting priceFree$50/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebVr, Ar, Pc, Quest
CategoryRemote WorkAR VR
Founded20202016

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

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 Gather

  • Proximity video chat
  • Customizable spaces
  • Interactive objects
  • Screen sharing
  • Calendar
  • Slack
  • Google Workspace
  • Web support

Only in The Wild

  • Design review
  • BIM integration
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Annotations
  • Revit
  • SketchUp
  • Rhino
  • Unity

What people use each for

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

Gather

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

The Wild

  • Professional presentation and pitch material creationnot Gather
  • Project documentation and visual communicationnot Gather
  • Business development support for high-value dealsnot Gather

Where each one falls short

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

Gather

  • No native desktop or mobile app; browser-based only
  • Limited API documentation compared to enterprise competitors
  • Scaling large virtual offices can impact performance

The Wild

  • No pricing published on website; contact sales required to obtain quotes
  • Sales contact model suggests custom pricing per project or customer

Pricing, plan by plan

Gather

Free
  • 30-Day TrialFree
    • Up to 50 team members
    • All features included
    • Meetings and chat
  • Essential$12/month
    • All features
    • Meeting recordings starting at 20 hours
    • Meeting transcriptions starting at 30 hours

The Wild

$50/month
  • Professional$50/month
    • Unlimited projects
    • BIM integration
    • Team features

Which should you pick?

Choose Gather if

  • You need proximity video chat.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want customizable spaces.
Gather review

Choose The Wild if

  • You need design review.
  • You work on Vr, Ar, Pc, Quest.
  • You also want bim integration.
The Wild review

Questions people ask

Is Gather or The Wild better?
Neither clearly leads. Gather starts at Free and The Wild at $50/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Gather or The Wild?
Gather has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Gather and $50/month for The Wild.
Does Gather or The Wild run on more platforms?
Gather runs on Web. The Wild runs on Vr, Ar, Pc, Quest.
Can I use Gather for free?
Yes. Gather has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. The Wild starts at $50/month.
What is Gather best used for?
Gather is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization. Of those, vr gaming and ar marketing are not what The Wild is typically brought in for.
What can Gather do that The Wild cannot?
Gather covers Proximity video chat, Customizable spaces, Interactive objects, Screen sharing. The Wild covers Design review, BIM integration, Real-time collaboration, Annotations.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Gather: What is a free trial of Gather like?

Gather offers a 30-day free trial with no credit card required that includes up to 50 team members and access to all features including meetings, chat, AI meeting notes, and full office customization.

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The Wild: How much does The Wild cost?

Pricing is not published on The Wild website. Contact sales at 877-425-6227 or use their contact form to request a quote.

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Gather: How does Gather reduce meeting load?

Gather recreates natural office dynamics through spatial audio and proximity-based interactions, allowing colleagues to bump into each other and have quick conversations without scheduled calls. Teams report shorter, more organic conversations that wrap up in under 10 minutes.

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The Wild: Does The Wild offer a free trial?

There is no mention of a free trial on The Wild website. Contact their sales team to inquire about trial options or demonstration.

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Gather: What platforms and devices does Gather support?

Gather works on web browsers and integrates with Slack and Google Chat. The platform supports audio/video calls, screen sharing, and custom workspace design.

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Gather: Does Gather work offline?

Gather is a web-based platform that requires an internet connection to function, though it emphasizes quick connection and low bandwidth requirements compared to traditional video conferencing.

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