Spline - 3D Design tool in the browser with real-time collaboration
Spline is a free 3D design software with real-time collaboration to create web interactive experiences in the browser. Easy 3d modeling, animation, textures, and more.
What it is
Spline is a web-based 3D design tool that enables users to create 3D objects, scenes, and interactive experiences directly in a browser. It is designed for designers, product teams, and creators who want to work in 3D without the complexity of traditional 3D software. The platform emphasizes real-time collaboration, allowing multiple users to work on a design simultaneously.
Main Features
3D Design & Modeling
- Parametric 3D objects and polygonal editing
- 3D vector editing tools
- Boolean operations for complex modeling
- 3D sculpting for creating organic shapes
- Component-based system for building design systems
Materials & Assets
- Material layers for fine-tuning model appearance
- Video textures for playing video over 3D models
- Material assets library for textures and colors
- Templates library with ready-to-use 3D designs and objects
Interactivity & Animation
- Animation tools for bringing 3D objects to life
- Interactive experiences with mouse/touch events
- Physics engine for real-time simulations
- Game controls for creating 1st and 3rd person experiences
- Drag and drop interactions without coding
Collaboration & Organization
- Real-time collaboration with team members
- Commenting system for feedback
- Team, project, and folder organization
- Permission settings for team members
Export & Integration
- Export to image (JPG/PNG), video (MP4/GIF), and 3D formats (GLTF/USDZ)
- Code export for React project integration
- Simple embed code/snippets for web projects
- Integration with Webflow, WordPress, and other platforms
How it works
Real-Time Team Collaboration
Teams can invite members to work on 3D designs simultaneously. Users can set individual permissions, add comments, and share project links to collaborate on 3D scenes in real-time.
Creating Interactive Web Content
Designers create 3D scenes using the browser-based editor, adding interactivity through events and physics. The resulting designs can be exported as embeddable code snippets that integrate directly into websites and web applications.
Spatial Design for VisionOS
Users create interactive 3D content in Spline and bring it to Apple's VisionOS using Spline Mirror, enabling the creation of spatial computing experiences for Vision Pro.
Learning and Remixing
New users can explore and open existing examples from the library to understand 3D design concepts. The platform provides tutorials and a template library to help users learn and remix existing 3D designs.
Key Points
- Completely web-based with optional desktop applications for macOS and Windows
- Designed to be accessible for designers familiar with 2D design tools
- Free tier available with option to upgrade for more features
- Continuously updated with new features and capabilities
- Strong community support with examples, tutorials, and active Discord community
Additional Details
Pricing
- Free tier available with basic features
- Paid plans with additional features and capabilities
- Enterprise solutions available for larger organizations
Availability
- Web browser application accessible at app.spline.design
- Desktop applications available for:
- macOS (M1 chip)
- macOS (Intel)
- Windows
System Requirements
- Modern web browser for web version
- Specific system requirements for desktop applications
Support and Resources
- Comprehensive documentation available
- Tutorial library for learning 3D design concepts
- Active community forum for discussion and support
- Customer support via email at help@spline.design
