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Babylon.js vs Glue

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Babylon.js

AR VR

Powerful 3D engine for the web with WebXR

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
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Glue

AR VR

VR collaboration platform for enterprise teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Babylon.js javaScript-only framework; requires developer expertise to implement and maintain; Glue glue has been acquired, and the pricing page carries a Glue Has Been Acquired notice
  • They diverge on capability: Babylon.js covers WebGL/WebGPU rendering, Glue covers VR meetings.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Babylon.js and Glue actually diverge.

Attributes where Babylon.js and Glue differ
AttributeBabylon.jsGlue
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
PlatformsWeb, Native (via Babylon Native Runtime), React NativeVr, Pc, Quest
Founded19752017

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), 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 Babylon.js

  • WebGL/WebGPU rendering
  • Physics engines
  • GUI system
  • Node material editor
  • WebXR
  • glTF
  • Havok physics
  • Azure

Only in Glue

  • VR meetings
  • Realistic avatars
  • Spatial tools
  • 3D visualization
  • Microsoft 365
  • Slack
  • Enterprise SSO
  • Vr support

What people use each for

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

Babylon.js

  • Web 3D rendering engine for games, e-commerce product configuration, and interactive experiencesnot Glue
  • Cross-platform 3D development with native runtime and React Native supportnot Glue

Glue

  • Virtual reality team collaboration spaces for distributed teamsnot Babylon.js
  • Immersive training and workshops in shared 3D environmentsnot Babylon.js
  • Reviewing 3D content together in VRnot Babylon.js

Where each one falls short

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

Babylon.js

  • JavaScript-only framework; requires developer expertise to implement and maintain

Glue

  • Glue has been acquired, and the pricing page carries a Glue Has Been Acquired notice
  • The free tier is limited to 10 team members, 10 team spaces, 30 minutes of session time per session and 2GB of team file storage
  • Professional is EUR 50 per user per month billed yearly and EUR 60 per user per month billed monthly
  • Single sign on, service level agreement, priority support and premium onboarding are Enterprise only
  • Branded and custom team spaces and custom hosting options are Enterprise only
  • Browser only sessions are an Enterprise feature
  • Enterprise pricing is not published and requires contacting sales

Pricing, plan by plan

Babylon.js

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Babylon.js review.

Glue

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 10 team members
    • 10 team spaces
    • 30-minute session limit per session
  • Professional$50/month
    • All free tier features
    • Unlimited team spaces
    • Unlimited session time
  • Enterprise$null/custom
    • All Professional features
    • Branded and custom spaces
    • Customized hosting

Which should you pick?

Choose Babylon.js if

  • You need webgl/webgpu rendering.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Native (via Babylon Native Runtime), React Native.
  • You also want physics engines.
Babylon.js review

Choose Glue if

  • You need vr meetings.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Vr, Pc, Quest.
  • You also want realistic avatars.
Glue review

Questions people ask

Is Babylon.js or Glue better?
Neither clearly leads. Babylon.js starts at Free and Glue at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Babylon.js or Glue?
Babylon.js starts at Free and Glue at Free.
Does Babylon.js or Glue run on more platforms?
Babylon.js runs on Web, Native (via Babylon Native Runtime), React Native. Glue runs on Vr, Pc, Quest.
Can I use Babylon.js for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Babylon.js best used for?
Babylon.js is most often used for web 3d rendering engine for games, e-commerce product configuration, and interactive experiences, cross-platform 3d development with native runtime and react native support. Of those, web 3d rendering engine for games, e-commerce product configuration, and interactive experiences and cross-platform 3d development with native runtime and react native support are not what Glue is typically brought in for.
What can Babylon.js do that Glue cannot?
Babylon.js covers WebGL/WebGPU rendering, Physics engines, GUI system, Node material editor. Glue covers VR meetings, Realistic avatars, Spatial tools, 3D visualization.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Babylon.js: Is Babylon.js free to use?

Yes, Babylon.js is completely free. It is an open-source web rendering engine licensed under the Apache 2.0 license, which is permissive and does not restrict usage.

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Glue: How much does Glue cost?

Glue Free plan is €0 per month. Professional plan is €50 per user per month when billed annually or €60 per user per month for monthly billing. Enterprise plan requires custom pricing.

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Babylon.js: Can I use Babylon.js for commercial purposes?

Yes, the Apache 2.0 license permits free use for commercial purposes. You can use, modify, and distribute Babylon.js in commercial applications as long as you include a copy of the license and provide notice of significant changes.

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Glue: Is Glue free for team collaboration?

Glue offers a free tier supporting 10 team members, 10 team spaces, and 2 GB storage with 30-minute session limits.

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Babylon.js: Is there any paid support or commercial version of Babylon.js?

Babylon.js is open source with no paid tiers or commercial version. Community support is available through GitHub and documentation, but there are no official paid support contracts offered.

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Glue: What does the Professional plan include?

Professional plan at €50 per user per month (annual billing) includes unlimited team spaces, unlimited session time, and unlimited file storage.

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