TL;DR
Realm VTT is the 3D virtual tabletop that runs in your browser. Players never pay, character sheets and automation are built in, and your first 3D scene is free.
| Realm VTT | Talespire | |
|---|---|---|
Cost to Play | Free | $24.99 per player |
Cost for Premium Features | Free | Included w/ purchase |
Free Storage | 200 MB | n/a |
Ad-Free | Yes | Yes |
2D + 3D Modes | Both. 2D free, 3D from $5.99/mo | 3D only |
Runs in Browser | Yes | No - download |
Automation | Built-in | None |
| Realm VTT | Talespire | |
|---|---|---|
Cost to Play | Free | $24.99 per player, or GM seat packs ($50 for 4) |
Cost for Premium Features | Free | Included in purchase |
Free Storage | 200 MB | n/a |
Ad-Free | Yes | Yes |
2D + 3D Modes | Both. 2D always free. 3D: one free scene, unlimited from $5.99/mo | 3D only |
Runs in Browser | Yes | No - Download + setup required |
Automation | Built-in | None |
Prices checked August 2026. Comparing all five major VTTs? See the full comparison.
3D for the Whole Table, No Buy-In
Try 3D FreeRealm VTT
Realm VTT runs 3D scenes in the browser with nothing to install. Character sheets and rules automation are built in, players join free from a link, and there is also a full 2D mode that is always free. Your first 3D scene is free, and unlimited 3D scenes are $5.99 a month for the GM. That is the only cost for the whole table.
Talespire
Talespire is a Steam app with excellent 3D visuals and building tools. Each player needs a $24.99 copy, or the GM can buy seat packs at $50 for 4 guests, which puts a five-person table at about $75. It has no character sheets or rules automation, so most groups run separate sheet tools alongside it.