Virtual Tabletops — every tool compared
Online platforms for running TTRPG sessions with maps, tokens, and dice. We've reviewed 7 tools in this category.
Buying guides
Comparison table
| Tool | Pricing | Free tier | Platforms | Standout feature |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roll20 | Free tier | Yes | Web | Browser-based, no install |
| Foundry VTT | $50 one-time | No | Win, Mac, Linux, Web | Dynamic lighting & vision |
| Fantasy Grounds | From $3.99/mo | No | Win, Mac | Full rules automation |
| Owlbear Rodeo | Free tier | Yes | Web | Zero-install browser play |
| TaleSpire | $25 one-time | No | Win, Mac | Real-time 3D tile-based scene builder |
| Alchemy RPG | Free tier | Yes | Web | Ambient scene and atmosphere tools |
| Demiplane | Free tier | Yes | Web | Multi-system character builders |
All Virtual Tabletops tools
Roll20
The most widely used browser-based virtual tabletop, free to start
virtual tabletops Free tier
Foundry VTT
Self-hosted virtual tabletop with a one-time price and deep customisation
virtual tabletops $50 one-time
Fantasy Grounds
Feature-rich desktop VTT with deep official rulebook integrations
virtual tabletops From $3.99/mo
Owlbear Rodeo
Minimal, fast, browser-based VTT focused on maps and tokens
virtual tabletops Free tier
TaleSpire
Immersive 3D virtual tabletop built for cinematic, miniature-style play
virtual tabletops $25 one-time
Alchemy RPG
Theater-of-the-mind focused VTT with rich atmosphere tools
virtual tabletops Free tier
Demiplane
Multi-system digital rulebook and character builder platform
character builders Free tier