AR-Code Platform;Features, Comparison & Use Cases
Side-by-side comparison of AR-Code platform and Zappar, 8th Wall, Vuforia, Adobe Aero, and Blippar. Includes use cases (education, marketing, retail, etc.), features available in paid plans, technical capabilities, and file compatibility.
Comparison of AR-Code vs. Leading AR/AI Platforms
|
Platform |
Developer |
Free/Paid |
Latest Version |
Pricing |
First Release |
Open-Source |
|
AR-Code |
AR Code Pte. Ltd. (Singapore) |
Free trial; Standard & Pro paid plans |
SaaS/web-based (2024) |
Standard ~£69/mo; Pro ~£790/mo |
2022 |
No |
|
Zappar (ZapWorks) |
Zappar Ltd. (UK) |
14-day trial + paid plans |
Web-based (no fixed version) |
From ~$20/mo |
2011 |
No |
|
8th Wall |
Niantic, Inc. (USA) |
Free tier (branded); Paid commercial |
WebAR SDK v16 (2024) |
Free; from ~$700/mo |
2016 |
No |
|
Vuforia Engine |
PTC Inc. (USA) |
Free SDK (dev); Paid enterprise |
Vuforia 11.2 (2024) |
Free dev; enterprise ~$1,000+/year |
2011 |
No |
|
Adobe Aero |
Adobe Inc. (USA) |
Free (via Creative Cloud) |
Desktop 1.x; iOS 2.23.x (2023) |
Free (with Adobe CC) |
2019 |
No |
|
Blippar |
Blippar Ltd. (UK) |
Free tier (watermarked); Paid plans |
Web-based (no fixed version) |
Free; £7.99–£249+/mo |
2011 |
No |
AR-Code Platform Use Cases
• Education & Training:
QR-coded interactive simulations and 3D models (anatomy, planets) spring to life with learning—no additional app necessary.
• Marketing & Advertising:
AR Video and 3D Logo on packaging, with analytics and retargeting built in for campaigns.
• Retail & E-commerce:
Life-size 3D product previews through QR codes to enable purchase confidence and minimize returns.
•\tMuseums & Exhibitions:
3D scans of objects related to AR codes provide interactive, app-free tours and visitor analytics.
• Architecture & Real Estate:
Virtual home tours and furniture staging using QR codes; architects can display designs on location.
Premium Version: Benefits & Pricing
|
Plan |
Price (per month) |
Key Features |
|
Standard |
~£69 |
1,000 AR codes, 100k scans/mo, 3D hosting, basic support, commercial license |
|
Pro |
~£790 |
10,000 AR codes, 1M scans/mo, downloadable models, dedicated support |
• Advantages over the Competition: no-code platforms, marketing metrics, commercial license are covered
• Value for Money: Reasonable Standard plan (~$90/mo) for SMEs; Pro is suitable for big businesses
Technical Capabilities & File Support
• No Programming Necessary: Easy-to-use web dashboard and mobile application; AR Data API for programmers as an optional feature.
• 3D Visualization: Supports .glb, .gltf, .usdz, .fbx, .obj, photogrammetry capture.
• Video & Animation: Add MP4 as AR Video; utilize AR face filters.
• Images & Frames: Turn photos/graphics into AR frames; documents need to be converted to images.
• File Compatibility: Complete 3D and picture file format compatibility; no PDF/Word/Excel native import.5. Conclusion & Recommendations.
Pros:
Easy-to-use WebAR through QR, accurate 3D/Video/Image AR, built-in marketing analytics, broad device compatibility.
Cons:
Proprietary, internet-dependent, QR-exclusive AR, high-end pricing, limited deep customization.
Recommendation:
Perfect for agencies, educators, retailers who require fast AR campaigns with no coding. For complete SLAM apps or extensive customisation, 8th Wall or Vuforia is preferable.