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Microsoft HoloLens 2 vs Rebelle

Microsoft HoloLens 2 logo

Microsoft HoloLens 2

Art

Enterprise mixed reality for the modern workplace

From
$3500/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Rebelle logo

Rebelle

Art

Hyper-realistic painting software for oils, acrylics and watercolors

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: 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; Rebelle bristle Brushes, RealShader with SoftShadows and Fractal Image Processing are exclusive to the Rebelle 8 Pro edition, not the base version

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Microsoft HoloLens 2 and Rebelle differ
AttributeMicrosoft HoloLens 2Rebelle
Starting price$3500/one-timeOn request
Pricing modelUnknownone-time
PlatformsStandalone AR HeadsetWeb
CategoryUnknownArt
Founded2015Unknown

Identical on both: free tier (No), 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 Microsoft HoloLens 2

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

Only in Rebelle

Nothing recorded that Microsoft HoloLens 2 does not also cover.

What people use each for

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

Microsoft HoloLens 2

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

Rebelle

No use cases recorded yet. See the Rebelle review.

Where each one falls short

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

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

Rebelle

  • Bristle Brushes, RealShader with SoftShadows and Fractal Image Processing are exclusive to the Rebelle 8 Pro edition, not the base version
  • Requires an internet connection for license activation

Pricing, plan by plan

Microsoft HoloLens 2

$3500/one-time

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

Rebelle

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Rebelle review.

Which should you pick?

Choose Microsoft HoloLens 2 if

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

Choose Rebelle if

Nothing in the data separates Rebelle from Microsoft HoloLens 2 on the points above - pick on price and on how each one feels to use.

Rebelle review

Questions people ask

Is Microsoft HoloLens 2 or Rebelle better?
Neither clearly leads. Microsoft HoloLens 2 starts at $3500/one-time and Rebelle at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Microsoft HoloLens 2 or Rebelle?
Microsoft HoloLens 2 starts at $3500/one-time and Rebelle at On request.
Does Microsoft HoloLens 2 or Rebelle run on more platforms?
Microsoft HoloLens 2 runs on Standalone AR Headset. Rebelle runs on Web.
What is Microsoft HoloLens 2 best used for?
Microsoft HoloLens 2 is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization. Of those, vr gaming and ar marketing are not what Rebelle is typically brought in for.
What can Microsoft HoloLens 2 do that Rebelle cannot?
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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