ThingLink vs InstaVR

ThingLink8.0Visit IInstaVR6.6Visit

Higher score ThingLink #2 in Virtual Reality Software 8.0/10 From $9/user/mo (annual) ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit ThingLink

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I InstaVR #9 in Virtual Reality Software 6.6/10 30-day trial ✓ 2 of 3 features Visit InstaVR

• ThingLink fits best

  Broad immersive learning and VR content authoring

• InstaVR fits best

  No-code 360° and headset publishing

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Side by side

Feature	ThingLink 8.0/10 Visit ↗	IInstaVR 6.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score	8.0	6.6
Ranking	#2 in Virtual Reality Software	#9 in Virtual Reality Software
Best for	Broad immersive learning and VR content authoring	No-code 360° and headset publishing
Pricing model	Paid	Paid
Starting price	$9/user/mo	Not published
Free plan	—	—
Free trial	—	—
Deployment	Cloud, Self-hosted, Desktop, Mobile	Cloud, Desktop, Mobile
Platforms	Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android	Web, Windows, iOS, Android
Support	Email, Tickets, Docs	Docs
Integrations	17 integrations	1 integrations
Built for	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise	Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features ThingLink 0/3 · InstaVR 2/3
WebXR support	Not published	Not published
Multiplayer sessions	Not published	✓ (best)
Analytics dashboard	Not published	✓ (best)
Specs
Deployment model	Not published	Cloud
Authoring mode	Not published	No_code
Headset support	Not published	Oculus Go, Oculus Quest, Oculus Rift, Oculus Rift S, HTC Vive, Gear VR, Google Daydream, Google Cardboard
Maximum users	Not published	Not published
Our review
Pros	Creates interactive image, video, 360-degree, 3D, AR, and VR content Scenario Builder adds questions, branching, scoring, and learner analytics Supports LMS/LTI 1.3, SSO, xAPI, and extensive education integrations	Drag-and-drop authoring supports 360°, 180° and stereoscopic media. Imports OBJ and FBX models with Showcase and Walkthrough modes. Publishing, quizzes, heatmaps and co-viewing support a broader workflow.
Cons	No free plan is available SCORM export is not included Some tiers limit author seats or creator counts	No free plan; the trial lasts 30 days. Authoring and publishing options may exceed the needs of simple VR projects. Support channels listed are limited to documentation.
Our verdict	ThingLink is a cloud-based immersive content creation and learning platform for educators, trainers, businesses, and public-sector organizations. It turns images, video, 360-degree media, and 3D models into interactive lessons, virtual… Read the review →	InstaVR is a browser-based platform for creating and distributing interactive virtual-reality experiences without code. Its audience includes professionals, businesses, educators and teams that want to build VR apps without specialist… Read the review →

Strengths and trade-offs

• ThingLink — where it wins

  • Creates interactive image, video, 360-degree, 3D, AR, and VR content
  • Scenario Builder adds questions, branching, scoring, and learner analytics
  • Supports LMS/LTI 1.3, SSO, xAPI, and extensive education integrations

  Where it doesn't

  • No free plan is available
  • SCORM export is not included
  • Some tiers limit author seats or creator counts

• InstaVR — where it wins

  • Drag-and-drop authoring supports 360°, 180° and stereoscopic media.
  • Imports OBJ and FBX models with Showcase and Walkthrough modes.
  • Publishing, quizzes, heatmaps and co-viewing support a broader workflow.

  Where it doesn't

  • No free plan; the trial lasts 30 days.
  • Authoring and publishing options may exceed the needs of simple VR projects.
  • Support channels listed are limited to documentation.

• ThingLink8.0/10 · From $9/user/mo (annual)

  A broad authoring suite for interactive lessons, simulations, tours, and VR learning.

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• IInstaVR6.6/10 · 30-day trial

  Create 360° and 3D VR experiences, then publish to the web, mobile apps and headsets.

  Visit InstaVRFull verdict →