glTF by Khronos vs Poly Haven
If you need a 3D & VFX API that's easy to integrate, go with Poly Haven.
glTF by Khronos
Open standard for 3D asset delivery. The JPEG of 3D — efficient transmission and loading of 3D scenes and models.
Poly Haven
Free CC0 3D assets library — HDRIs, textures, and 3D models. No signup required, public API.
glTF by Khronos
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
Poly Haven
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | glTF by Khronos | Poly Haven |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Unknown | Yes |
When to use which?
Poly Haven works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.