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Make vs Microsoft HoloLens 2

Make logo

Make

Remote Work

The platform for the new way of working

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 Make has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Make free tier limited to 1,000 credits per month; 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
  • They diverge on capability: Make covers Visual workflow builder, Microsoft HoloLens 2 covers Spatial mapping.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Make and Microsoft HoloLens 2 differ
AttributeMakeMicrosoft HoloLens 2
Starting priceFree$3500/one-time
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWebStandalone AR Headset
CategoryRemote WorkAR/VR & Metaverse
Founded20132015

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 Make

  • Visual workflow builder
  • Webhooks
  • API connectors
  • Conditional logic
  • Data transformation
  • Error handling
  • Scheduling
  • Team collaboration

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.

Make

  • Automating integrations between 3,000+ pre-built applicationsnot Microsoft HoloLens 2
  • Building AI agents and workflow automation without extensive codingnot Microsoft HoloLens 2
  • Enterprise automation with GDPR, SOC 2 Type II compliancenot Microsoft HoloLens 2
  • Rapid deployment of automations from concept to livenot Microsoft HoloLens 2

Microsoft HoloLens 2

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

Where each one falls short

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

Make

  • Free tier limited to 1,000 credits per month
  • Free tier restricted to 2 active scenarios maximum
  • Free tier enforces 15-minute minimum scheduling interval
  • Credit-based model means costs scale with usage volume, not just features

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

Make

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Make review.

Microsoft HoloLens 2

$3500/one-time

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Make if

  • You need visual workflow builder.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You also want webhooks.
Make 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 Make or Microsoft HoloLens 2 better?
Neither clearly leads. Make 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, Make or Microsoft HoloLens 2?
Make has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Make and $3500/one-time for Microsoft HoloLens 2.
Does Make or Microsoft HoloLens 2 run on more platforms?
Make runs on Web. Microsoft HoloLens 2 runs on Standalone AR Headset.
Can I use Make for free?
Yes. Make has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Microsoft HoloLens 2 starts at $3500/one-time.
What is Make best used for?
Make is most often used for automating integrations between 3,000+ pre-built applications, building ai agents and workflow automation without extensive coding, enterprise automation with gdpr, soc 2 type ii compliance, rapid deployment of automations from concept to live. Of those, automating integrations between 3,000+ pre-built applications and building ai agents and workflow automation without extensive coding are not what Microsoft HoloLens 2 is typically brought in for.
What can Make do that Microsoft HoloLens 2 cannot?
Make covers Visual workflow builder, Webhooks, API connectors, Conditional logic. 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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