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Tilt Brush vs vSpatial

Tilt Brush logo

Tilt Brush

AR VR

Paint in 3D space with VR

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
vSpatial logo

vSpatial

AR VR

VR workspace for remote productivity

From
$10/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Tilt Brush has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Tilt Brush no longer actively developed by Google since January 2021; future updates and support are not guaranteed; vSpatial the free Remote tier limits sessions to 45 minutes before reconnecting
  • They diverge on capability: Tilt Brush covers 3D painting, vSpatial covers Virtual monitors.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Tilt Brush and vSpatial actually diverge.

Attributes where Tilt Brush and vSpatial differ
AttributeTilt BrushvSpatial
Starting priceFree$10/month
Pricing modelUnknownsubscription
Free tierYesNo
PlatformsHTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest, Windows Mixed Reality, Valve Index, PlayStation VRVr, Pc, Quest

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (AR VR), founded (2016).

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 Tilt Brush

  • 3D painting
  • Dynamic brushes
  • Environment selection
  • Animation
  • Google Poly
  • Sketchfab
  • YouTube VR

Only in vSpatial

  • Virtual monitors
  • Desktop streaming
  • Collaboration rooms
  • Spatial audio
  • Windows desktop
  • Video conferencing
  • Cloud storage

Both cover

  • Vr support
  • Pc support
  • Quest support

What people use each for

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

Tilt Brush

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

vSpatial

  • Working on remote desktops inside a VR headsetnot Tilt Brush
  • Adding virtual monitors around a single physical machinenot Tilt Brush
  • Accessing a work PC from a browser or headsetnot Tilt Brush

Where each one falls short

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

Tilt Brush

  • No longer actively developed by Google since January 2021; future updates and support are not guaranteed
  • Limited editing capabilities with no layers system and no 3D brushes for precise refinement
  • Not designed for professional branding or marketing work; better suited for creative expression than practical design
  • Tool limitations make it difficult to move, cut, or rearrange grouped elements after creation
  • VR hardware costs are high relative to software cost, and can cause motion sickness in some users

vSpatial

  • The free Remote tier limits sessions to 45 minutes before reconnecting
  • The free tier allows only 1 remote, 1 simultaneous remote session and 1 virtual monitor
  • Free users see only their physical monitors and cannot add virtual monitors
  • The free tier is not licensed for business use
  • Remote Pro is $20 per year and is described as an introductory price
  • Remote Pro caps virtual monitors at up to 4
  • Supported remote machines require Windows 10 version 1809 or newer, Windows 11, or macOS 13 and newer
  • Collaboration and screen control sharing are listed as coming soon

Pricing, plan by plan

Tilt Brush

Free
  • Google Tilt Brush$19.99/one-time
    • VR painting and creative tools
    • Available on VR app stores
  • Open Brush (open-source)Free
    • Free open-source version
    • Available on Steam and Meta Quest

vSpatial

$10/month
  • Pro$10/month
    • Virtual monitors
    • Collaboration
    • Cloud sync

Which should you pick?

Choose Tilt Brush if

  • You need 3d painting.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest, Windows Mixed Reality, Valve Index, PlayStation VR.
  • You also want dynamic brushes.
Tilt Brush review

Choose vSpatial if

  • You need virtual monitors.
  • You work on Vr, Pc, Quest.
  • You also want desktop streaming.
vSpatial review

Questions people ask

Is Tilt Brush or vSpatial better?
Neither clearly leads. Tilt Brush starts at Free and vSpatial at $10/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Tilt Brush or vSpatial?
Tilt Brush has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Tilt Brush and $10/month for vSpatial.
Does Tilt Brush or vSpatial run on more platforms?
Tilt Brush runs on HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest, Windows Mixed Reality, Valve Index, PlayStation VR. vSpatial runs on Vr, Pc, Quest.
Can I use Tilt Brush for free?
Yes. Tilt Brush has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. vSpatial starts at $10/month.
What is Tilt Brush best used for?
Tilt Brush is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization. Of those, vr gaming and ar marketing are not what vSpatial is typically brought in for.
What can Tilt Brush do that vSpatial cannot?
Tilt Brush covers 3D painting, Dynamic brushes, Environment selection, Animation. vSpatial covers Virtual monitors, Desktop streaming, Collaboration rooms, Spatial audio. Both handle Vr support, Pc support, Quest support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Tilt Brush: Is Tilt Brush still available to use?

Yes. Although Google ended active development in January 2021, Tilt Brush remains available on VR app stores and continues to function. Google also open-sourced the code, enabling community-maintained alternatives like Open Brush to provide free versions for PC VR and Meta Quest.

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vSpatial: What authentication method does vSpatial use for account security?

vSpatial uses "password-less" authentication via "2FA and globally accepted OpenID Connect Standards" rather than traditional passwords for enhanced safety.

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Tilt Brush: Is there a free version of Tilt Brush?

The official Google Tilt Brush costs $19.99. However, Open Brush (the open-source community version) is completely free and available for PC VR via Steam and on Oculus Quest.

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vSpatial: How is my data encrypted when using vSpatial?

The platform employs "TLS, PKE, WebRTC encryption standards" to ensure "nothing traverses the network unencrypted" across all network communications.

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Tilt Brush: What VR headsets does Tilt Brush support?

Tilt Brush works on HTC Vive, Oculus Rift, Oculus Quest, Windows Mixed Reality, Valve Index, and PlayStation VR. The open-source Open Brush version also supports PC VR.

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vSpatial: Is there a self-hosted option available for privacy-conscious businesses?

Yes, vSpatial offers businesses the ability to "self-host your own vSpatial XR Cloud" as an alternative to traditional cloud-based service models.

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Tilt Brush: Can I export my Tilt Brush creations?

Yes. Tilt Brush creations can be exported as room-scale VR pieces or animated GIFs to share with others. The app does not support direct export to 3D model formats like OBJ or FBX.

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vSpatial: What is the cost to get started with vSpatial?

vSpatial offers a free tier to begin using the service immediately. Visit the pricing page for details on paid tier options and features.

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Tilt Brush: Is Tilt Brush good for professional 3D design work?

Tilt Brush is primarily a creative expression and painting tool rather than a professional 3D design tool. It lacks features like layers, editable 3D brushes, and precise refinement controls needed for professional workflows. For professional VR sculpting, Adobe Medium or Quill are better choices.

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