Want to boost your online store’s sales with AR? Here’s everything you need to know in 30 seconds:

AR lets shoppers see your products in their space before buying – no apps needed, just their phone’s camera.

What AR Does Impact
Boosts Sales Up to 250% more purchases
Cuts Returns 40% fewer returns
Engages Users 2.7x longer site visits
Increases Cart Adds 44% more items added

Quick Start Guide:

  1. Pick a platform (like Shopify AR or ViewIt 3D)
  2. Create 3D models of your products
  3. Add AR viewer to product pages
  4. Test on phones
  5. Track results

Cost Breakdown:

Service Monthly Cost
Basic AR Viewer $19-49
3D Models $100-300 per model
Platform Setup $0-299

Pro Tip: Start with 5-10 top products to test AR before going all-in.

Want proof? DFS furniture saw 112% more sales after adding AR views. L’Oreal tripled conversions with virtual makeup try-ons.

Getting Your Store Ready for AR

Here’s what you need to set up AR in your online store:

Technical Setup Needs

Requirement Details
SSL Certificate HTTPS required for AR security
Mobile-Ready Site Must work on iOS/Android browsers
Loading Speed Pages load in under 3 seconds
Server Space 500MB+ for 3D model storage

Platform Options

Most ecommerce platforms support AR right now:

Platform AR Support Integration Options
Shopify Built-in AR Shopify AR + 3D models

ViewIt3D app
WooCommerce Plugin-based ViewIt3D, Vectary
Magento Custom setup ViewIt3D APIs or iframe

What It Costs

Here’s a breakdown of AR expenses:

Service Monthly Cost What’s Included
Basic AR Viewer $0-299 Web viewer
3D Model Creation $80-300/model One-time fee
Platform Integration $0-2990 Based on platform
Hosting Fees $20-50 extra 3D file storage

Team Skills

Your staff will need to know:

  • How to handle 3D files
  • Product photo setup basics
  • Basic HTML changes

Here’s something cool: Shopify found that products with AR get 94% more sales. That’s HUGE.

"Most stores succeed with AR by starting small. They test their top products first, then add more based on results", – Jennifer Liu, Google’s Director of Product Management

Want to get started? Pick 5-10 products and test AR first. With 35% of U.S. shoppers already using AR for furniture and cars, plus 5G making everything faster, now’s the time to jump in.

Making 3D Product Models

Want to add 3D models to your store? Here’s what you need to know.

Ways to Create 3D Models

You’ve got 4 main options to get 3D models:

Method Cost Range Best For Time to Complete
3D Scanning Apps $0-20 Small products, testing 1-2 hours
Professional Services $80-300/model High-value items 3-5 days
In-house Creation Software costs Regular updates 1-2 days/model
Ready-made Models $20-100/model Standard products Immediate

Looking to scan products yourself? These apps get the job done:

App Name Price Key Feature Best Use Case
KIRI Engine Free + Premium 4K textures Interior items
Qlone Free (iOS), $20 (Android) AR dome tech Small objects
Polycam Free + Pro Lidar scanning Large items

Making Models Work Online

Here’s what you need to know about file formats:

Format Use Case File Size Platform Support
GLB Web/Mobile Medium All platforms
USDZ iOS AR Small Apple devices
FBX Production Large Design software

Before you upload, make sure to:

  • Keep files under 10MB
  • Test on phones and tablets
  • Clean up image quality
  • Cut out unnecessary details

Quality Checks

Here’s how to make sure your models look GREAT:

Check Point Standard Tool
File Size Under 10MB File inspector
Load Time Under 3s Browser tools
Visual Detail Match product photos Side-by-side comparison
Mobile Display No distortion Device testing

Picking an AR Service Provider

Here’s what you need to know about choosing an AR platform for your store:

Feature Why It Matters What to Check
Platform Support Works on all devices iOS + Android support
Integration Connects to your store Direct store plugins
File Types Handles your 3D files USDZ (iOS), GLB (Android)
Speed Fast loading Loads under 3 seconds
Analytics Shows performance Views + interactions
Support Gets you unstuck Response times + help docs

There are 4 main types of AR solutions:

Type Works Best For Cost/Month Example
Web AR 3D&AR product on any ecommerce $0-280 Viewit3d
App AR Better natives features $300-5009 Unity
Custom Special needs $1,000+ Vuforia
Plugin Product configurator $99+ Zakeke

Before you pick a provider, check these must-haves:

What to Check Why How
Store Setup Works with your platform Check docs
Mobile Tests Loads fast everywhere Test tools
Storage Space Fits your 3D files Check limits
API Links to your tools Read specs

The numbers speak for themselves:

Shopify found that brands using AR boost their sales by up to 250%.

Here’s what popular platforms offer:

Platform Monthly Views Monthly Cost Models
ViewIt 3D Free 1.000 $0 10
ViewIt 3D Basic 20.000 $19 50
Vectary 10.000 $24/user Plan-based
Auglio 1.000 $79 No limit

Start with a free trial to test the platform with your products. Pick what fits your budget and needs.

Setting Up AR Step by Step

Here’s how to add AR to your online store:

Step What to Do Key Points
1. Create Account Sign up at ViewIt 3D – Pick Free ($0) or Basic ($19) plan
– Get admin access
– Add team logins
2. Add Models Upload 3D files (GLB) – GLB for Android
– USDZ for iOS or convert GLB automatically
– Check size limits
3. Set Display Choose viewer settings – Pick where it shows
– Set mobile options
– Add QR codes
4. Test Check everything works – Test iOS + Android
– Check loading
– Look at model quality
5. Go Live Open to public – Remove password
– Watch performance
– Check user numbers

Making AR Easy to Use

Here’s how to make AR work better for your store:

Helping Users Find AR

Your customers need to know AR exists. Here’s where to put it:

Location What to Add Why
Product Pages "View in Room" button Shows AR option
Homepage AR demo banner Gets attention
Navigation AR filter option Makes AR items findable
Search AR badge on results Helps spot AR products

User-Friendly Design

The basics that make AR work:

Setting Details Impact
Button Size 44px minimum Makes tapping simple
Load Time Under 3 seconds Stops people leaving
Instructions 3 steps or less Gets people started fast
Camera Access Clear purpose message Shows it’s safe

Mobile Setup

Your AR needs to work on phones. Here’s how:

Device Part What to Check Fix
Screen Size Fits all phones Auto-resize AR view
Memory Use Under 100MB Compress 3D files
Battery Use Max 5%/hour Lower refresh rate
Network Works on 4G Reduce model size

Speed Improvements

People spend 20% more time browsing when AR loads fast. Make it quick:

Speed Fix Result How
File Size 40% faster Keep models under 15MB
Caching 2x faster loads Save AR data on phone
Pre-loading Instant start Load while browsing
CDN Use 60% faster Use ViewIt 3D’s network

"The key to successful ecommerce design is ensuring the experience is user-friendly, accessible, and adds value to the customer journey. It should be intuitive, easy to use, and work on multiple devices to maximize the benefits of the technology." – Kerrin Meek, Design and Experience Director at We Make Websites

The Numbers Don’t Lie: Rebecca Minkoff made these changes and saw:

  • 44% more cart adds
  • 27% higher orders
  • 65% better purchase rates

Remember: You’ve got 30 seconds to impress users with AR. Make them count with fast loads and simple controls.

Growth Plan

Keep your AR moving forward:

When Do This Why
Monthly Add products Keep stock current
Every 3 months Add features Stay up to date
Yearly Check everything Make sure it all works

"AR content should be as easy to manage as any other content. Merchants shouldn’t need a developer just to add new colors or materials." – Gavin Ballard, Disco Labs CEO

The Numbers Show It Works: Look at Ulta Beauty‘s GLAMlab:

  • Users jumped 7x after COVID
  • Shoppers tried 50+ million makeup colors
  • People bought with more confidence

More Proof It Works:

  • AR lifts sales 63%
  • Returns drop 40% with good AR
  • AR market grows 41.50% each year

Check daily, fix problems fast, and plan ahead. That’s how you keep AR displays working for your business.

Checking AR Results

Here’s what AR does for online stores:

Metric Results What It Means
View Time 75+ seconds Shoppers spend more time looking
Memory Rate 70% higher Products stick in minds better
Cart Adds 44% more More people click "buy"
Orders 65% more Higher sales numbers
Returns 40% less Fewer unhappy customers

Want proof AR works? Here’s what stores found:

Store Money Back Sales Boost
DFS 22x ROI 112% jump
CB2 Beat targets 21% up
MADE.com More sales 25% growth
Overstock Better results 200% increase

Here’s what Shopify’s AR boss, Russ Maschmeyer, says:

"The ROI on that is essentially unquestionable at this point, and super exciting for merchants and for buyers."

Numbers That Matter:

  • Shopify stores sell 250% more with 3D/AR
  • Houzz’s orders jumped 11x with AR
  • BMW’s AR app gets 25% of users closer to buying

Track These Things:

  • Daily: Page views
  • Weekly: AR usage
  • Monthly: Sales and returns

Get Customer Input:

  • Quick surveys after AR use
  • Email questions post-purchase
  • Check reviews about AR accuracy
  • Watch support questions about AR

Keep it simple: Watch your numbers, ask customers what they think, and adjust based on what works.

Wrap-Up

Here’s what the data shows about AR in online stores:

Key Area What Works Results
Sales Impact 3D/AR product views 250% more sales (Shopify stores)
Customer Behavior Virtual try-ons 2.7x longer site visits
Return Rates Better product views 40% fewer returns
Cart Adds 3D product views 44% more items in cart

Top stores are getting big wins with AR:

Store AR Setup Results
DFS Web-based 3D/AR 112% more sales
Gunner Kennels Shopify AR tools 40% more orders
Rebecca Minkoff 3D modeling 65% more purchases

"It just solves some really obvious pain points that have existed in ecommerce forever." – Russ Maschmeyer, Shopify’s Product Lead for AR

What You Need to Know:

  • Focus on products that’ll give you the biggest return
  • Double-check your AR features before going live
  • Keep an eye on your metrics
  • Get customer input
  • Make changes when needed

The Numbers:

  • AR market hits $50 billion by 2024
  • Returns cost stores $550 billion each year
  • 3D models now cost hundreds instead of thousands

How to Get Started:

  • Choose your AR platform
  • Create your 3D models
  • Add tracking tools
  • Test and improve
  • Add new products

Bottom line: AR delivers results. Stores that use it boost sales and cut returns. Start with a small test, track what works, and build from there.

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