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What it is

MetaPerson Creator turns a selfie into a realistic or cartoon full-body 3D avatar in a browser. Users can change facial features and body shape, then select hairstyles, outfits and accessories. Exports are available in GLB, glTF and FBX, with a Humanoid rig and Mixamo-compatible animations. Listed destinations include Unity, Unreal Engine, VRChat and web apps. The creator can be embedded using an iframe and JavaScript API; API access is described as an Enterprise option. Documentation covers native iOS and Android integrations, and Unity samples span Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, WebGL and VR. The first avatar and export are free, while additional avatars use in-app credits. Pro costs $800 a month and includes 6 000 avatars per month; extra generated avatars cost $0.03 each, and generation continues after the quota. Enterprise pricing is quoted. Uploaded images may be processed as personal data; the privacy policy says they are not shared with third parties unless the user specifically requests it.

Spec sheet

What it does
MetaPerson Creator turns one selfie into a photorealistic, fully rigged, full-body 3D avatar in under a minute.Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Intended users
The maker presents the creator for gaming, social media, virtual spaces, games, apps and creative projects.Read 29 Sep 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Integrations
The maker lists Unity, Unreal Engine, VRChat and web apps as destinations for exported models.Read 29 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Security
The maker says it uses access controls, confidentiality duties and procedures for suspected personal-data breaches.Read 29 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Privacy
The privacy policy says uploaded images may be processed as personal data and are not shared with third parties unless specifically requested by the user.Read 29 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Support
The documentation directs users to [email protected], while Enterprise includes a dedicated Slack channel.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Headquarters
Santa Clara, California, USARead 23 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Android availability
MetaPerson Showcase is a free Google Play app by Itseez3D, Inc.; the listing shows 500+ downloads and an August 19, 2026 update.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
API availability
MetaPerson REST API access is restricted to the Enterprise plan.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
App user feedback
A Google Play listing says the showcase app creates game-ready avatars from selfies in under 40 seconds and offers generated and predefined hairstyles, face/body customization and mix-and-match clothing.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Avatar formats
Exports are available in GLB, glTF and FBX formats.Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Avatar styles
The creator supports both lifelike and cartoon-style avatars.Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Body customization
Body settings allow users to change the avatar's body shape.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Company founders
Crunchbase names Sergey Molinov and Victor Erukhimov as founders.Read 14 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com
Company founding and size
LinkedIn lists Itseez3D as founded in 2014 with 11–50 employees.Read 14 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Company headquarters
Crunchbase lists Avatar SDK in Santa Clara, California, United States.Read 14 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com
Company legal name
Crunchbase identifies the legal name as Itseez3D, Inc.Read 14 Oct 2026 · crunchbase.com
Company ownership
LinkedIn describes Itseez3D as privately held.Read 14 Oct 2026 · linkedin.com
Customization
Users can adjust facial features and body shape and choose hairstyles, outfits and accessories.Read 29 Sep 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Desktop and VR integration
Unity samples cover Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, WebGL and VR, and Unreal Engine integration has a sample project and marketplace plugin.Read 29 Sep 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Destinations
The maker lists Unity, Unreal Engine, VRChat, web applications and mobile applications as destinations.Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Documentation depth
Documentation includes REST API reference material, JavaScript event and parameter specifications, integration guides, FAQs and release notes.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Embedding
The creator can be embedded with an iframe and JavaScript API, and API access is described as available on Enterprise.Read 29 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Export controls
The API supports GLTF, GLB and FBX export formats and LOD values 1 and 2.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Exports
Avatars export as GLB, glTF or FBX with a Humanoid rig and Mixamo-compatible animations.Read 29 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Facial customization
Users can adjust facial features including the nose, eyes and mouth.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Free use limit
The first avatar can be created and exported free; additional avatars require in-app credits.Read 29 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Hair and outfits
The product provides hairstyle, hair-color, outfit and accessory customization.Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Implementation versions
MetaPerson Creator has Desktop and Mobile implementations; Desktop uses Unity WebGL while Mobile uses React.js and three.js.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Integration limitation
The FAQ warns that an iframe that is too small can make controls overlap and recommends 4:3 or 16:9 landscape desktop layouts and portrait mobile layouts.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
JS API controls
The JavaScript API supports authentication, export settings, UI settings, avatar generation, export, screenshots and reopening saved avatars.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Mobile integration
The documentation describes native iOS and Android integrations and a mobile creator implementation.Read 29 Sep 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Mobile performance limitation
The Unity guide warns that mobile users may see low frame rates and suggests changing post-processing and quality settings.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Notable news
Itseez3D announced its smartphone-based Avatar SDK for selfie-to-3D-avatar creation on December 5, 2016.Read 14 Oct 2026 · prweb.com
Paid plan limit
Pro includes 6 000 avatars per month, and additional generated avatars cost $0.03 each while generation continues after the quota is reached.Read 29 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Plugin licence
The public MetaPerson Unity plugin repository is licensed under BSD-3-Clause.Read 14 Oct 2026 · github.com
Praise: ease and personalization
An AppBrain user comment praised effortless avatar creation, instant lifelike results and many personalization options.Read 14 Oct 2026 · appbrain.com
Rating on AppBrain
No rating out of 5 from 0 reviews; AppBrain reports no user ratings.Read 14 Oct 2026 · appbrain.com
REST API
The REST API can generate MetaPerson avatars from photos and exposes haircuts, outfits, glasses, blendshapes and export parameters.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Rigging
Exported avatars use a Humanoid rig and are compatible with Mixamo animations.Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
SDK integrations
Official integration material covers Web, Unity, Unreal Engine, Android and iOS, with sample projects and tutorials.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Security: app data
Google Play's data-safety disclosure says MetaPerson Showcase shares no data with third parties, may collect photos and videos, encrypts data in transit and does not allow deletion of collected data.Read 14 Oct 2026 · play.google.com
Self-hosting
Enterprise includes local or offline avatar generation, and the pricing FAQ says Local Compute can run on-device or on-premise.Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Unity limitation
The Unity integration says file selection and screenshot sharing work only in the Unity Editor and WebGL builds.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com
Unity plugin platforms
The Unity plugin README lists Windows, macOS, Android, iOS and WebGL support.Read 14 Oct 2026 · github.com
Unity plugin requirements
The public Unity plugin requires Unity 6000.0.59f2 or newer and the Built-In Render Pipeline.Read 14 Oct 2026 · github.com
Web integration
Web embedding uses an HTML iframe with JavaScript postMessage events.Read 14 Oct 2026 · docs.metaperson.avatarsdk.com

Plans and prices

Free first avatar Free One avatar creation and export · Additional avatars use in-app credits Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
MetaPerson Creator Free First avatar and export free · additional avatars use in-app credits Read 29 Sep 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Pro $800 a month Annually 6,000 avatars per month · $0.03 per extra avatar · LiveSpeak · Application integration · Custom data retention · Local compute for head avatars Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com
Enterprise Priced on request Everything in Pro · Local/offline MetaPerson generation · MetaPerson REST API · Custom topology and blendshapes · Custom hairstyles and outfits · Custom terms · Dedicated Slack support Read 14 Oct 2026 · avatarsdk.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Creates realistic or cartoon full-body avatars from selfies
  • Exports GLB, glTF and FBX with a rig
  • Unity and Unreal Engine destinations are listed
  • First avatar and export are free

Limits

  • Pro costs $800 a month
  • Extra generated avatars cost $0.03 each
  • Enterprise pricing is quoted rather than listed

Who it suits

MetaPerson Creator suits people making avatars for games, social media, virtual spaces, apps and creative projects. It also supports teams that need exports for game engines or a browser-based embedding option.

MetaPerson Creator in depth

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Overview

MetaPerson Creator is a browser tool for making customizable, full-body 3D avatars from selfies. It is best suited to creators and developers who need characters for games, apps or virtual spaces. Its strongest case is the combination of avatar customization and rigged exports; its main drawback is the cost of generating avatars beyond the free first one.

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Key features

Customization and export

Users can make realistic or cartoon avatars, adjust facial features and body shape, and choose hairstyles, outfits and accessories. That makes the tool more adaptable than a one-step selfie conversion when a character needs to suit a project. Exports in GLB, glTF or FBX include a Humanoid rig and Mixamo-compatible animations, giving developers a useful starting point for compatible animation workflows.

Integration options

The creator can be embedded in a website with an iframe and JavaScript API. Documentation covers native iOS and Android integrations and a mobile creator implementation. Unity samples span Windows, macOS, Android, iOS, WebGL and VR; Unreal Engine has a sample project and marketplace plugin. Unity, Unreal Engine, VRChat and web apps are named as destinations for exported models. API access is available on Enterprise, so teams that need that route must budget for custom pricing.

Privacy and support

Uploaded images may be processed as personal data and are not shared with third parties unless the user specifically requests it. The maker describes access controls, confidentiality duties and procedures for suspected personal-data breaches. Support is available by email; Enterprise customers also get a dedicated Slack channel.

Pricing

Free and Pro

The free plan provides one avatar and its export. Further avatars require in-app credits, making it a practical way to produce a single character, but not an ongoing free-generation option. Pro costs $800 a month, billed at $800 /mo, with monthly and annual billing options. It includes 6 000 avatars per month, a custom data retention policy and integration into your application. After the quota, generation continues at $0,03 per additional avatar; that predictable per-avatar charge matters for high-volume projects.

Enterprise

Enterprise has custom pricing and includes everything in Pro, plus local or offline generation, REST API access, custom topology, blendshapes, hairstyles and outfits, and dedicated Slack support. It is the fit for teams needing those deployment or customization options, rather than a lower-cost substitute for Pro.

Platforms

The creator runs in a browser, and the platform coverage includes web, iOS, Android, macOS and Windows, alongside API. Unity samples also cover WebGL and VR. The range makes it relevant to projects that span mobile, desktop and browser deployment, though API access is an Enterprise feature.

Who it's for

MetaPerson Creator suits game and app developers, social-media creators, and teams building for virtual spaces or creative projects who want customizable, rigged avatars from selfies. It is less compelling for occasional users who need more than one avatar but cannot justify credits or a $800.00 USD monthly plan.

Pros and cons

Pro: Realistic and cartoon styles, adjustable features and clothing give creators control over a character's appearance.

Pro: GLB, glTF and FBX exports with a Humanoid rig and Mixamo-compatible animations are suited to downstream animation workflows.

Pro: Web embedding, mobile integration documentation and Unity and Unreal Engine resources cover several ways to bring avatar creation into a project.

Con: The free plan covers only the first avatar; additional generation requires credits.

Con: Pro starts at $800 a month, and generation beyond 6 000 avatars costs $0,03 each.

Con: REST API access is reserved for Enterprise, whose price is custom.

Alternatives

Choose Blockbench if a free tool for any type of project is a better fit than selfie-based avatar generation. Meshy is a freemium alternative with a Free plan of 100 credits and 10 free monthly downloads for Meshy 6 Lite models; its Pro plan costs $20 a month.

Blender is a free, open-source 3D creation suite for those who want a broader creation tool and do not need MetaPerson Creator's selfie-to-avatar workflow. in3D offers a free API-testing plan limited to 2 scans per day and a 100-scan option for 100.00 USD once, which may suit a smaller scan test.

3DCoat is another option, with a 3DCoat 2026 Individual Node-locked plan at €379 a month and 12 months of free updates. Avatar SDK Avatar API is worth considering when the requirement is specifically an avatar API with local or offline generation; its Enterprise plan has custom pricing.

Avaturn is a freemium alternative whose PRO plan costs $800 a month and includes up to 1.000 avatars per month plus $0.15 per extra avatar. MakeHuman is a free option with no license fees, paywall or email requirement to download.

Verdict

Choose MetaPerson Creator if your project needs customizable, rigged selfie-derived avatars and a route into game engines, apps or virtual spaces. The free first export is a useful starting point, but sustained production is costly: Pro's monthly quota and per-avatar overage make the most sense when your project can use that volume. Look elsewhere if you need a few additional avatars without a recurring $800.00 USD monthly commitment, or if your priority is a general-purpose 3D tool rather than avatar generation.

Verdict

MetaPerson Creator combines browser-based avatar creation, customization and rigged exports for several listed destinations. The first avatar is free, but Pro has a monthly quota and additional generation costs extra.

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