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Spatial vs Xreal Air

Spatial logo

Spatial

AR VR

3D spaces for collaboration and commerce

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Xreal Air logo

Xreal Air

AR VR

Wearable AR display glasses for everyday use

From
$199/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Spatial has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Spatial no pricing published; customers must contact sales; Xreal Air no integrated battery; requires tethered connection to external device for operation
  • They diverge on capability: Spatial covers 3D space creation, Xreal Air covers Micro-OLED displays.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Spatial and Xreal Air actually diverge.

Attributes where Spatial and Xreal Air differ
AttributeSpatialXreal Air
Starting priceFree$199/one-time
Pricing modelfreemiumUnknown
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsWeb, Mobile, VriOS, Android, Windows, macOS
Founded20162017

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 Spatial

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

Only in Xreal Air

  • Micro-OLED displays
  • Spatial display
  • Lightweight design
  • 6DoF tracking
  • Nebula app
  • Gaming consoles
  • Smartphones
  • Ar support

What people use each for

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

Spatial

  • Corporate training and educationnot Xreal Air

Xreal Air

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

Where each one falls short

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

Spatial

  • No pricing published; customers must contact sales

Xreal Air

  • No integrated battery; requires tethered connection to external device for operation
  • Narrow 46-degree field of view on existing Air models limits immersive experience compared to Vision Pro's wider viewing area
  • Not a standalone device; cannot run applications independently without source device
  • Limited hand tracking capabilities compared to Apple Vision Pro which has integrated eye and hand tracking

Pricing, plan by plan

Spatial

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

Xreal Air

$199/one-time

No published plan breakdown. See the Xreal Air review.

Which should you pick?

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

Choose Xreal Air if

  • You need micro-oled displays.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
  • You also want spatial display.
Xreal Air review

Questions people ask

Is Spatial or Xreal Air better?
Neither clearly leads. Spatial starts at Free and Xreal Air at $199/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Spatial or Xreal Air?
Spatial has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Spatial and $199/one-time for Xreal Air.
Does Spatial or Xreal Air run on more platforms?
Spatial runs on Web, Mobile, Vr. Xreal Air runs on iOS, Android, Windows, macOS.
Can I use Spatial for free?
Yes. Spatial has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Xreal Air starts at $199/one-time.
What is Spatial best used for?
Spatial is most often used for corporate training and education. Of those, corporate training and education is not what Xreal Air is typically brought in for.
What can Spatial do that Xreal Air cannot?
Spatial covers 3D space creation, NFT display, Events, Commerce. Xreal Air covers Micro-OLED displays, Spatial display, Lightweight design, 6DoF tracking.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

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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Xreal Air: Does Xreal Air require a power source or battery?

No. Xreal Air glasses do not have their own battery and require a tethered connection to a source device like a smartphone, laptop, or gaming console to function, making them dependent on the host device's power.

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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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Xreal Air: What devices can Xreal Air connect to?

Xreal Air glasses connect to smartphones, tablets, PCs, and gaming devices that support video output or wireless casting. On Mac systems, Nebula integrates as a display extension enabling multi-screen workflows.

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Xreal Air: What is the field of view on Xreal Air?

The Xreal Air 2 Pro has a 46-degree field of view at 1920x1080 per-eye resolution, while the newer Xreal Aura offers a 70-degree diagonal field of view with 1,920 x 1,200 resolution per eye at up to 120Hz.

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Xreal Air: What is the starting price for Xreal AR glasses?

Xreal AR glasses start at $199 USD for entry-level models, with the Xreal Aura flagship device launching in fall 2026 at a maximum retail price of $1,500 before taxes.

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