model-viewer

The premium Open Source alternative to Sketchfab

🎯 Best for:Frontend developers building 3D product showcases for the web.
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What is model-viewer?

An alternative to Sketchfab for embedding interactive 3D models in web browsers. It uses a declarative web component to handle lighting, staging, and AR sessions across mobile and desktop devices.

Tech Stack
TypeScriptFrontend & Headless CMS

Why model-viewer?

  • Mobile-ready AR
  • Zero external dependencies
  • Highly performant

Limitations

  • Limited to glTF/GLB
  • Basic scene controls
  • No built-in editor
3/5/2026
Last Update
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Apache-2.0
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Competitor Cost
-$1,440
/ year (est. based on Sketchfab)
Self-Hosted
$0
/ year
Team Size10 Users
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