Filament vs Sketchfab
If you need a 3D & VFX API that's easy to integrate, go with Filament.
Filament
Google's real-time physically based rendering engine. Used in Android, web, and desktop applications.
Filament
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
Sketchfab
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
- Requires OAuth setup
| Feature | Filament | Sketchfab |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | OAuth |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
Filament is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Sketchfab works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.