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ShapesXR vs Spatial

ShapesXR logo

ShapesXR

AR VR

Collaborative XR prototyping platform

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Spatial logo

Spatial

AR VR

3D spaces for collaboration and commerce

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: ShapesXR the free Starter plan allows only 1 editable Space, 10 Frames per Space and 1 Viewpoint; Spatial no pricing published; customers must contact sales
  • They diverge on capability: ShapesXR covers XR prototyping, Spatial covers 3D space creation.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which ShapesXR and Spatial actually diverge.

Attributes where ShapesXR and Spatial differ
AttributeShapesXRSpatial
PlatformsVr, Ar, Quest, WebWeb, Mobile, Vr
Founded20192016

Identical on both: starting price (Free), pricing model (freemium), 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 ShapesXR

  • XR prototyping
  • Real-time collaboration
  • Interactions
  • Asset library
  • Figma
  • Sketch
  • Adobe XD
  • Ar support

Only in Spatial

  • 3D space creation
  • NFT display
  • Events
  • Commerce
  • Web3 wallets
  • NFT marketplaces
  • Streaming
  • Mobile support

Both cover

  • Vr support
  • Web support

What people use each for

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

ShapesXR

  • Designing and prototyping spatial and XR interfaces in a headsetnot Spatial
  • Reviewing 3D product designs in context with a distributed teamnot Spatial
  • Bringing Figma designs into VR for spatial layoutnot Spatial

Spatial

  • Corporate training and educationnot ShapesXR

Where each one falls short

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

ShapesXR

  • The free Starter plan allows only 1 editable Space, 10 Frames per Space and 1 Viewpoint
  • The free Starter plan caps imports at 20MB and the canvas at 100 square metres
  • The Figma plugin, playable Figma prototypes and 200MB imports require a paid plan
  • Roles, permissions, presentation tools and a shared team asset library require the Business plan
  • Single sign on, multi-factor authentication and premium support are Enterprise only
  • No prices are published for the Professional, Business or Enterprise plans; each is Get a quote
  • The Business trial is 14 days

Spatial

  • No pricing published; customers must contact sales

Pricing, plan by plan

ShapesXR

Free
  • FreeFree
    • 3 projects
    • Collaboration
    • Basic export

Spatial

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Space creation
    • NFT galleries
    • Social features

Which should you pick?

Choose ShapesXR if

  • You need xr prototyping.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Vr, Ar, Quest, Web.
  • You also want real-time collaboration.
ShapesXR review

Choose Spatial if

  • You need 3d space creation.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Mobile, Vr.
  • You also want nft display.
Spatial review

Questions people ask

Is ShapesXR or Spatial better?
Neither clearly leads. ShapesXR starts at Free and Spatial at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, ShapesXR or Spatial?
ShapesXR starts at Free and Spatial at Free.
Does ShapesXR or Spatial run on more platforms?
ShapesXR runs on Vr, Ar, Quest, Web. Spatial runs on Web, Mobile, Vr.
Can I use ShapesXR for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is ShapesXR best used for?
ShapesXR is most often used for designing and prototyping spatial and xr interfaces in a headset, reviewing 3d product designs in context with a distributed team, bringing figma designs into vr for spatial layout. Of those, designing and prototyping spatial and xr interfaces in a headset and reviewing 3d product designs in context with a distributed team are not what Spatial is typically brought in for.
What can ShapesXR do that Spatial cannot?
ShapesXR covers XR prototyping, Real-time collaboration, Interactions, Asset library. Spatial covers 3D space creation, NFT display, Events, Commerce. Both handle Vr support, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

ShapesXR: How much does ShapesXR cost?

ShapesXR offers a free Starter tier and paid Professional, Business, and Enterprise tiers. Specific pricing for paid tiers is not published and requires requesting a quote from ShapesXR's sales team.

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Spatial: How much does Spatial cost?

Spatial does not publish specific pricing on their website. The site directs customers to contact the sales team or request a demo to discuss pricing and custom solutions.

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ShapesXR: What is included in ShapesXR's free Starter plan?

The free Starter tier includes 1 editable space, 10 frames per space, 20 MB imports, and access to all creation tools. This allows discovery of ShapesXR's core capabilities at no cost.

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Spatial: Can I try Spatial for free?

Spatial offers a Try for Free button on their pricing page, though the trial length is not specified. Contact sales for details on trial access.

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ShapesXR: Is there a free trial for ShapesXR's paid plans?

Yes, Business plan includes a 14-day free trial with no credit card required, allowing evaluation of team collaboration and permissions features before purchasing.

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ShapesXR: What are the differences between ShapesXR's paid tiers?

Professional offers unlimited creation with higher import limits (50 MB). Business adds unlimited spaces/frames (200 MB imports) with team collaboration. Enterprise includes all Business features plus SSO, MFA, advanced security, premium support, and a dedicated consultant.

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