Comparison

DragonFly Companion vs 3D Virtual Live Studio

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

DragonFly Companion

This app provides mobile access to a virtual camera plugin for 3D environments. It allows users to view and interact with scenes, test ideas, and record camera motion for virtual production. It enhances the virtual cinematography workflow by offering ARKit tracking and a portable viewport.

Highlights
  • Mobile virtual camera viewport
  • ARKit tracking for spatial volume
  • Iterate and block animation
  • Virtual location scouting
  • Visualize 3D assets
  • Record camera motion
Features
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DragonFly Companion works alongside Glassbox’s DragonFly virtual camera plugin for Unreal Engine and Maya to put the power of virtual cinematography into the hands of users via any compatible Apple device. At Glassbox, we have created DragonFly, a virtual camera plugin that gives you the power to view your computer-generated environments, character performances, and scenes, just as if you were doing a live-action shoot, but virtually. DragonFly Companion gives users fast and simple access to be used for virtual cinematography and virtual production, meaning users have the mobility and accessibility to test out scenes before committing, iterate different ideas, jump into Virtual Reality, and much more! - Provides a mobile and accessible virtual camera viewport and HUD - Turns any space into a volume by delivering ARKit tracking data - Lets users iterate faster, block animation, and do virtual location scouts anywhere - Visualize props, sets, buildings, and any work being done by the virtual art department - Record camera motion and other tasks related to virtual production DragonFly Companion must be connected to the DragonFly plugin for your Engine or DCC of choice. You can try and buy DragonFly from the Glassbox website.

About

3D Virtual Live Studio

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Core functions: 1. Real time 3D green cutting synthesis Through the use of mobile phone cameras and professional grade green cutout algorithms, real-time green cutout effects can be easily achieved, perfectly integrating users with virtual scenes to create an ultimate immersive visual experience. 2. Free shuttle through 3D scenes Support multi angle virtual mirror movement, allowing users to freely move their perspective and explore and create in real 3D scenes. 3. Full function parameter adjustment Provide multiple parameter settings such as lighting, background, lens focal length, etc., to adapt to different live streaming or short video needs. 4. Convenient scene switching and management Provide a rich library of virtual scenes, allowing users to switch with just one click and support custom scene uploads, achieving diverse live streaming content. Efficient integrated operation Without the need for complex equipment, a mobile phone can complete the entire process of shooting, green cutting, and 3D synthesis. Applicable scenarios: Live streaming scenarios: such as e-commerce sales, teaching live streaming, game live streaming, etc., to enhance visual effects and increase user stickiness. Short video creation: providing unlimited creative virtual scenes to achieve more visually impactful content presentation. Corporate promotion: Create high-quality virtual scene displays for events such as press conferences and product introductions. Virtual interaction: used for interactive experiential video production, such as virtual interviews, presentations, interviews, etc.

Screenshots

DragonFly Companion3 screens
3D Virtual Live Studio3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DragonFly Companion at none against 3D Virtual Live Studio's 6. DragonFly Companion also leads on iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.6). 3D Virtual Live Studio's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 3 months). On price, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. 3D Virtual Live Studio sells 6 one-off in-app purchases. DragonFly Companion asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

DragonFly Companion ships an update every 3 months, 3D Virtual Live Studio weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 6 level
DragonFly Companion versus 3D Virtual Live Studio: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDragonFly Companion3D Virtual Live Studio
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (6 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings6 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 monthsWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.4 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size111 MB270 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperGlassbox Inc.文德 黎

In-app purchases

None

DragonFly Companion

No in-app purchases

6 purchases

3D Virtual Live Studio

One-time6
  • Purchase currency(20)$2.99
  • Unlock More Features - Monthly$5.00
  • Purchase currency(100)$14.99
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  • Load local scenario - monthly$15.00
  • Unlock More Features - Annual$45.00
  • Load local scenario - annual$124.99

Questions

Is DragonFly Companion free?
DragonFly Companion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is 3D Virtual Live Studio free?
3D Virtual Live Studio is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do DragonFly Companion or 3D Virtual Live Studio have ads?
Neither DragonFly Companion nor 3D Virtual Live Studio shows ads.
Which is updated more often, DragonFly Companion or 3D Virtual Live Studio?
DragonFly Companion ships an update every 3 months, and 3D Virtual Live Studio weekly. Most recently, DragonFly Companion was updated on October 12, 2026 and 3D Virtual Live Studio on October 13, 2026.

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