# Vuforia View

> View rich Augmented Reality experiences on mobile devices across the enterprise.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ptc.vuforiaview](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ptc.vuforiaview)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.ptc.vuforiaview`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** PTC Inc.
- **Category:** PRODUCTIVITY
- **Downloads:** 337,055
- **Rating:** 3.79 / 5 (603 ratings)
- **Version:** 10.4.0.8392
- **Last updated:** 2026-04-27
- **First published:** 2016-08-16
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 122 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-13
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.ptc.vuforiaview)
- **Website:** [https://support.ptc.com](https://support.ptc.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [http://support.ptc.com/common/privacy.htm](http://support.ptc.com/common/privacy.htm)

## Description

Vuforia View enables enterprises to access and share immersive Augmented Reality (AR) experiences on mobile devices and digital eyewear. Powered by Vuforia Studio, this extension brings 3D content and IoT data to life, enhancing product visualization and workforce engagement. Easily access diverse AR experiences by exploring the Vuforia View Gallery and selecting your desired content.

Designed for businesses seeking scalable AR solutions, Vuforia View transforms complex data into interactive experiences that drive innovation and productivity. Download today to unlock the potential of augmented reality across your organization.

## Rankings

- #122,815 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.HIGH_SAMPLING_RATE_SENSORS`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.ptc.vuforiaview.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`

## Review summary

User sentiment is mixed: Vuforia View is praised as a powerful, intuitive AR viewing/creation sandbox with broad device support, but many reviews report stability and compatibility issues. Core problems include camera access failures, QR scanning failures or black screens, and OS/device limitations (Android versions and ARCore/spatial tracking). UI glitches and reliability concerns also appear. Overall, strong AR capabilities on compatible devices but unstable on a sizeable subset of devices.

### Pros

- Powerful tool for viewing AR experiences created in Vuforia Studio; intuitive to use.
- Broad device compatibility with low memory footprint.
- Positive, trusted platform suitable for KPI and AR workflows.
- Intuitive AR exploration and preview experience.

### Cons

- Camera access and activation often fails (camera won't turn on or is inaccessible), blocking scanning.
- Device/OS compatibility issues across Android versions (e.g., Android 14) and ARCore/spatial tracking limitations on certain devices.
- Frequent QR code scanning failures or black screen during scanning.
- UI/reliability issues (error messages like Whoops, off-screen controls, slow to respond).

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.ptc.vuforiaview)