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Magic Leap 2 vs Spatial

Magic Leap 2 logo

Magic Leap 2

AR VR

Enterprise AR headset for transformative experiences

From
$3299/unit
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Spatial logo

Spatial

AR VR

3D spaces for collaboration and commerce

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Spatial has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Magic Leap 2 3.5-hour battery life limits all-day usage in professional environments without battery swaps or tethered power; Spatial no pricing published; customers must contact sales
  • They diverge on capability: Magic Leap 2 covers 70-degree FOV, Spatial covers 3D space creation.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Magic Leap 2 and Spatial actually diverge.

Attributes where Magic Leap 2 and Spatial differ
AttributeMagic Leap 2Spatial
Starting price$3299/unitFree
Pricing modelUnknownfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsLuminOS, WebWeb, Mobile, Vr
Founded20102016

Identical on both: 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 Magic Leap 2

  • 70-degree FOV
  • Dynamic dimming
  • Segmented dimming
  • Eye tracking
  • Enterprise SDKs
  • Cloud services
  • Custom apps
  • Ar support

Only in Spatial

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

What people use each for

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

Magic Leap 2

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

Spatial

  • Corporate training and educationnot Magic Leap 2

Where each one falls short

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

Magic Leap 2

  • 3.5-hour battery life limits all-day usage in professional environments without battery swaps or tethered power
  • 70x55 degree field of view is narrower than competitors like Meta Quest (100+ degrees), creating tunnel vision effect
  • Limited app ecosystem compared to Windows Holographic alternatives like HoloLens 2
  • Waveguide display is transparent by design, unsuitable for fully immersive content experiences

Spatial

  • No pricing published; customers must contact sales

Pricing, plan by plan

Magic Leap 2

$3299/unit

No published plan breakdown. See the Magic Leap 2 review.

Spatial

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

Which should you pick?

Choose Magic Leap 2 if

  • You need 70-degree fov.
  • You work on LuminOS, Web.
  • You also want dynamic dimming.
Magic Leap 2 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 Magic Leap 2 or Spatial better?
Neither clearly leads. Magic Leap 2 starts at $3299/unit and Spatial at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Magic Leap 2 or Spatial?
Spatial has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $3299/unit for Magic Leap 2 and Free for Spatial.
Does Magic Leap 2 or Spatial run on more platforms?
Magic Leap 2 runs on LuminOS, Web. Spatial runs on Web, Mobile, Vr.
Can I use Spatial for free?
Yes. Spatial has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Magic Leap 2 starts at $3299/unit.
What is Magic Leap 2 best used for?
Magic Leap 2 is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization. Of those, vr gaming and ar marketing are not what Spatial is typically brought in for.
What can Magic Leap 2 do that Spatial cannot?
Magic Leap 2 covers 70-degree FOV, Dynamic dimming, Segmented dimming, Eye tracking. Spatial covers 3D space creation, NFT display, Events, Commerce.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Magic Leap 2: What is the resolution of Magic Leap 2?

Magic Leap 2 features 1440 x 1760 pixels per eye resolution with approximately 70x55 degree field of view.

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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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Magic Leap 2: How long is the battery life on Magic Leap 2?

Magic Leap 2 offers up to 3.5 hours of continuous battery life on a single charge, limiting full-shift deployments without battery swapping.

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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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Magic Leap 2: What is the price of Magic Leap 2?

Magic Leap 2 costs approximately $3,299, positioning it as an enterprise-focused solution with no consumer market path.

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Magic Leap 2: What operating system does Magic Leap 2 run?

Magic Leap 2 runs LuminOS, an Android-based operating system that integrates with standard enterprise management tools.

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Magic Leap 2: What is the weight and form factor of Magic Leap 2?

Magic Leap 2 headset weighs 248 grams and uses a split-system architecture with a tethered compute pack, creating cable management considerations.

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