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Head-to-head · Metaverse Workplace Software

Gather vs VIVE Sync

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 3 checks side by side
Higher score Gather #4 in Metaverse Workplace Software 7.9/10 30-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 4 features Visit Gather
VIVE Sync #8 in Metaverse Workplace Software 7.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 2 of 4 features Visit VIVE Sync

Gather leads on 0 checks, VIVE Sync on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreGather · 7.9/10
  • Free planonly VIVE Sync
  • Free trialonly Gather
  • Most featuresVIVE Sync · 2 of 4

Gather scores higher on our rubric for metaverse workplace software: 7.9 against 7.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #8.

VIVE Sync offers free plan; Gather doesn't.

Gather is the better fit for distributed teams wanting an all-in-one virtual office. VIVE Sync is the better fit for teams wanting VR meetings with desktop and mobile access.

  • Gather fits best

    Distributed teams wanting an all-in-one virtual office

  • VIVE Sync fits best

    Teams wanting VR meetings with desktop and mobile access

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Side by side

Feature Gather 7.9/10 Visit ↗ VIVE Sync 7.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.3
Ranking #4 in Metaverse Workplace Software #8 in Metaverse Workplace Software
Best for Distributed teams wanting an all-in-one virtual office Teams wanting VR meetings with desktop and mobile access
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $12/user/mo Free plan
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial 30 days —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile, Browser extension Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android, Chrome extension Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android
Support Email, Docs Docs, Email
Compliance SOC 2 ISO 27001, SSO/SAML
Integrations 4 integrations 3 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Gather 0/4 · VIVE Sync 2/4
VR headset support Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Spatial audio Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Customisable spaces Not checked yet Not checked yet
Screen sharing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Access methods Not checked yet Mixed
Meeting capacity Not checked yet 10 attendees
Our review
Pros
  • Proximity-based audio and video makes spontaneous conversations possible.
  • Includes chat, scheduled meetings, recordings, AI notes and guest access.
  • Runs on web, desktop and mobile, with Google Calendar, GitHub and Spotify integrations.
  • VR meetings include PC and mobile Viewer modes
  • Spatial audio supports private conversations
  • Share media and review 3D models in meetings
Cons
  • There is no free plan; the 30-day trial is the no-cost starting option.
  • Essential costs $12 per member monthly with annual billing.
  • Whiteboards are documented for Gather 1.0 Classic, not the current 2.0 offering.
  • Lite supports up to 3 users
  • Pro supports up to 10 users and is for VIVE XR Suite users only
  • Meeting capacity varies by subscription
Our verdict

Gather gives remote and distributed teams a customizable virtual office where members can see who is around and start proximity-based audio or video conversations. Its current Gather 2.0 offering also brings together chat, scheduled…

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VIVE Sync is HTC Corporation’s virtual meeting and collaboration software for teams that want to meet in immersive 3D spaces without requiring every participant to use a VR headset. Attendees can join through supported headsets or Viewer…

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  1. GatherMetaverse Workplace Software 7.930-day trial
  2. VIVE SyncMetaverse Workplace Software 7.3Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Gather — where it wins

    • Proximity-based audio and video makes spontaneous conversations possible.
    • Includes chat, scheduled meetings, recordings, AI notes and guest access.
    • Runs on web, desktop and mobile, with Google Calendar, GitHub and Spotify integrations.

    Where it doesn't

    • There is no free plan; the 30-day trial is the no-cost starting option.
    • Essential costs $12 per member monthly with annual billing.
    • Whiteboards are documented for Gather 1.0 Classic, not the current 2.0 offering.

  • VIVE Sync — where it wins

    • VR meetings include PC and mobile Viewer modes
    • Spatial audio supports private conversations
    • Share media and review 3D models in meetings

    Where it doesn't

    • Lite supports up to 3 users
    • Pro supports up to 10 users and is for VIVE XR Suite users only
    • Meeting capacity varies by subscription
  • Gather7.9/10 · 30-day trial

    Gather combines customizable virtual offices with chat, meetings, recordings and AI notes.

    Visit GatherFull verdict →
  • VIVE Sync7.3/10 · Free plan

    VIVE Sync brings immersive meetings, shared media, and 3D review to VR and everyday devices.

    Visit VIVE SyncFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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