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Best Metaverse Software in 2026
Metaverse software covers tools for creating or accessing shared virtual worlds. This list is for people comparing world-building, participation and access features on a budget.
- 18 apps
- Research read 10 Oct 2026
- How the order is worked out
- 1
Glue
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2Glue combines virtual spaces with collaborative meeting tools and shared files that remain available afterward.
- 2
IMVU
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2IMVU combines social spaces and avatar customization with shopping and creator tools. Its free account covers virtual world and chat access, while VIP tiers and the Access Pass add paid options.
- 3
Core
Free plan WindowsCore combines game creation tools, publishing, multiplayer hosting, and several ways to monetize games in a free Windows platform.
- 4
Resonite
Free plan LinuxWindowsChoose Resonite if you want a shared creative space with visual scripting, device tracking, and connections to external tools. Its free plan provides a way to start, while paid plans begin at $100/mo.
- 5
Topia
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWebTopia brings customizable virtual spaces together with proximity-based audio and video and multiple entry controls.
- 6
The Sandbox Game Maker
Free plan MacWindowsGame Maker offers no-code creation tools and free Gallery sharing for Windows and macOS. LAND ownership is a prerequisite for publishing to virtual LAND or monetizing an experience.
- 7
Decentraland
Free plan MacWebWindows - 8
Frame
Free trial AndroidiPhoneWebFrame combines virtual spaces, collaboration tools, and a drag-and-drop editor in a browser-based service. Mobile has fewer interaction options, and plan capacity varies by tier.
- 9
Mollyverse
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb - 10
Second Life
Free plan AndroidiPhoneMac+2 - 11
OpenSimulator
Free plan LinuxMacWindows - 12
OnCyber
Free plan Web - 13
Spatial
Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb - 14
Sansar
Free plan Windows - 15
Somnium Space
Free plan WebWindows - 16
Sinespace
Free plan Windows - 17
VARGATES
Paid AndroidiPhoneMac+1 - 18
Virbela
Paid MacWebWindows
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price
Compare free plans, free trials and paid starting prices. Check support for Windows, web, macOS, iOS, Android or Linux, plus VR access, world creation, participant limits, branding and usage analytics. If reading or changing code matters, review the software licence.
Questions
Is metaverse software free?
A free plan is offered by tools on this list. Paid options also exist, with starting prices such as $10 per month for Frame and $5.50 per month on annual billing for Second Life.
Can I try metaverse software before paying?
A free trial is offered by tools on this list. Check the trial terms and what features remain available after it ends.
Which platforms are supported?
Listed tools run on Windows, web, macOS, iOS, Android or Linux. Check the platform details for the software and devices you plan to use.
What features should I compare?
Compare free plan, paid from, VR access, world creation, participants per world, custom branding, access modes and usage analytics.
Does free access mean the code is open?
No. If code access or changes matter, read the software licence rather than relying on its free-plan status.