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MeetinVR vs Microsoft HoloLens 2
Microsoft HoloLens 2
Software
Enterprise mixed reality for the modern workplace
- From
- $3500/one-time
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Each has a real cost: MeetinVR the free Guest and Trial tiers add a watermark to sessions; removing it requires the Pro plan; 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: MeetinVR covers VR meetings, Microsoft HoloLens 2 covers Spatial mapping.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which MeetinVR and Microsoft HoloLens 2 actually diverge.
| Attribute | MeetinVR | Microsoft HoloLens 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $30/month | $3500/one-time |
| Pricing model | subscription | Unknown |
| Platforms | Vr, Pc, Quest | Standalone AR Headset |
| Founded | 2017 | 2015 |
Identical on both: free tier (No), 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 MeetinVR
- VR meetings
- Whiteboarding
- Presentation tools
- Recording
- Calendar sync
- Cloud storage
- Enterprise SSO
- Vr 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.
MeetinVR
- Holding team meetings and workshops in virtual realitynot Microsoft HoloLens 2
- Collaborative whiteboarding and sticky notes in a shared VR roomnot Microsoft HoloLens 2
- Reviewing 3D models and 360 content with remote colleaguesnot Microsoft HoloLens 2
Microsoft HoloLens 2
- VR Gamingnot MeetinVR
- AR Marketingnot MeetinVR
- Virtual Trainingnot MeetinVR
- 3D Visualizationnot MeetinVR
- Immersive Experiencesnot MeetinVR
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
MeetinVR
- The free Guest and Trial tiers add a watermark to sessions; removing it requires the Pro plan
- Pro is priced per user at EUR 10 per week, EUR 35 per month or EUR 350 per year
- Meetings are capped at up to 32 users
- Uploading and using your own images, videos, documents, 360 and 3D files requires an account rather than guest access
- A VR headset is required to join meetings in VR
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
MeetinVR
$30/month- Business$30/month
- Unlimited meetings
- Custom environments
- Recording
Microsoft HoloLens 2
$3500/one-timeNo published plan breakdown. See the Microsoft HoloLens 2 review.
Which should you pick?
Choose MeetinVR if
- You need vr meetings.
- You work on Vr, Pc, Quest.
- You also want whiteboarding.
Choose Microsoft HoloLens 2 if
- You need spatial mapping.
- You work on Standalone AR Headset.
- You also want hand tracking.
Questions people ask
- Is MeetinVR or Microsoft HoloLens 2 better?
- Neither clearly leads. MeetinVR starts at $30/month 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, MeetinVR or Microsoft HoloLens 2?
- MeetinVR starts at $30/month and Microsoft HoloLens 2 at $3500/one-time.
- Does MeetinVR or Microsoft HoloLens 2 run on more platforms?
- MeetinVR runs on Vr, Pc, Quest. Microsoft HoloLens 2 runs on Standalone AR Headset.
- What is MeetinVR best used for?
- MeetinVR is most often used for holding team meetings and workshops in virtual reality, collaborative whiteboarding and sticky notes in a shared vr room, reviewing 3d models and 360 content with remote colleagues. Of those, holding team meetings and workshops in virtual reality and collaborative whiteboarding and sticky notes in a shared vr room are not what Microsoft HoloLens 2 is typically brought in for.
- What can MeetinVR do that Microsoft HoloLens 2 cannot?
- MeetinVR covers VR meetings, Whiteboarding, Presentation tools, Recording. 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.
SourceMicrosoft 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.
SourceMicrosoft 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.
SourceMicrosoft 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.
SourceRelated pages
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