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Best Augmented Reality Software in 2026

Augmented reality software supports creating and publishing interactive experiences. To compare the entries, look at no-code authoring, tracking methods, publishing targets, and whether WebAR publishing is supported. Experience analytics and team collaboration are also listed capabilities; free-plan availability and starting paid prices help frame the cost. MAKAR, MyWebAR, and BlippBuilder are among the tools covered. The entries are ranked, with the comparison focused on the capabilities specified for each one.

  1. 1

    8th Wall

    Free plan MacSelf-hostedWeb+1

    8th Wall offers an XR engine, visual desktop editor, and self-hosted web deployment options.

    7.7 Free plan Visit site
  2. 2

    BlippBuilder

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

    BlippBuilder provides a visual workflow for creating, previewing, and sharing AR projects. Publishing requires a paid plan, and new subscriptions are currently suspended according to Blippar.

    7.4 Free plan Visit site
  3. 3

    MAKAR

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3

    MAKAR offers no-code XR authoring, several publishing routes, and location-based visibility. The free tier is constrained, while one-time paid plans start at $245.

    7.4 From $245 Visit site
  4. 4

    MyWebAR

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    MyWebAR combines a visual AR editor with several tracking types, generative tools, browser delivery, and performance reports.

    7.3 Free plan · paid from $25/mo (annual) · 14-day trial Visit site
  5. 5

    AR.js Studio

    Free plan Web

    AR.js Studio offers a no-code route to location and marker-based web AR, with support for several media types.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  6. 6

    Elysium

    Free plan iPhoneWeb

    Elysium combines location-based AR creation with a free Personal plan and interactive audio and 3D elements.

    7.2 Free plan Visit site
  7. 7

    Lens Studio

    Free plan MacWindows

    Lens Studio offers a free desktop toolkit for AR creation, including generative tools and support for shared experiences.

    7.1 Free plan Visit site
  8. 8

    TotalAR

    Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    TotalAR connects printed targets with varied mobile AR experiences and provides campaign interaction analytics. Review its scan limits and annual billing terms when selecting a plan.

    7.1 Free plan · paid from $90/mo (annual) Visit site
  9. 9

    MindAR

    Free plan Web

    MindAR provides a focused web library for image- and face-tracking experiences, with static-page deployment options.

    6.9 Free plan Visit site
  10. 10

    NVIDIA AR SDK

    Free plan LinuxSelf-hostedWindows

    Choose NVIDIA AR SDK if you are developing video processing software and need its face, body, gaze, expression, or audio-linked features.

    6.8 Free plan Visit site
  11. 11

    WorldCAST

    Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

    WorldCAST offers distinct tools for print, geographic, and spatial WebAR projects, with a free plan that includes all studios.

    6.8 Free plan · paid from $10/mo Visit site
  12. 12

    WebAR Pro

    Free plan Web

    WebAR Pro covers no-code AR authoring, image and surface tracking, browser publishing, and campaign analytics.

    6.6 Free plan Visit site
  13. 13

    Augment

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+1

    Consider Augment if your business needs real-time product visualization for e-commerce or in-person selling, with AR, web viewing, model management, and team controls.

    6.5 14-day trial Visit site
  14. 14

    TeamViewer Frontline

    Free trial AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Choose TeamViewer Frontline if industrial workers need visual procedures, remote assistance, or workflow tools across logistics, manufacturing, inspections, or training.

    6.1 Pricing on request Visit site
  15. 15

    Onirix Studio

    Free trial AndroidiPhoneWeb

    Choose Onirix Studio if you need to build and publish browser-based AR, with either a visual editor or code customization.

    6.0 From €45/mo (annual) · 15-day trial Visit site
  16. 16

    FME Realize

    Free plan iPhone
    5.9 Free plan Visit site
  17. 17

    Zapworks Studio

    Free trial AndroidiPhoneMac+1

    Zapworks Studio offers tracking, 3D, animation, and scripting features for immersive projects, with unlimited projects across plans.

    5.8 From $12.99/mo · 14-day trial Visit site
  18. 18

    WorkLink Create

    Paid AndroidAPIiPhone+4

    Choose WorkLink Create if your organization needs to turn CAD or 3D information into AR instructions and training, with tools for collaboration and content administration.

    5.4 Pricing on request Visit site
  19. 19

    Vuforia Studio

    Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+2
    4.4 Pricing on request Visit site

#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price

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