Oculus’ excellent standalone VR headset just got better – and cheaper

£100 cheaper; Gorgeous screen; Best Oculus controllers yet;

Headband is still a mixed bag; IPD "slider" isn't a slider;

Oculus’ excellent standalone VR headset just got better – and cheaper

£100 cheaper; Gorgeous screen; Best Oculus controllers yet;

Headband is still a mixed bag; IPD "slider" isn't a slider;

Of the original Oculus Quest, we said there are times when using it feels almost too good to be true. Naturally, the new headset lacks the same wow factor, but the new design is a win, and who can argue with a more high-res display and upgraded processor for less money? Are there more powerful headsets out there? Is motion sickness still an issue developers haven’t managed to eradicate for a lot of people? Yes to both, but the all-in-one Oculus Quest 2’s superb inside-out tracking, roomscale capabilities and total absence of wires make it our favourite overall VR package to date. Now if you’ll excuse us, we’ve got a ping pong champion waiting for a game in the living room.

Improved resolution ; Lighter than the Quest; 90Hz support coming soon; Large library of apps and games;

No improvement to headset battery life ; VR still makes us woozy ; Requires you to log in through Facebook;

Lightweight, comfortable, and powerful enough to run impressively detailed virtual reality experiences, the Oculus Quest 2 is the best VR headset that Oculus has made so far. And, depending on your perspective on raw power versus portability and comfort, it might just be the best VR headset ever, too.

Incredibly immersive experiences; Comfortable weight; Easy to use;

Requires Facebook account linking; Can still cause motion sickness

The second-gen tether-free, wireless virtual reality headset from Oculus isn't just more affordable than the original, it has heaps of improved features that make it a VR superstar. However, you now need a Facebook account in order to use it - which may put off some prospective users.

More comfortable than the original; Intelligent battery management system; Snazzy looks; Fantastic starting price;

Facebook is no longer optional; Game catalogue is not as big as PC VR headsets;

Oculus tinkered with standalone virtual reality with its Go headset, but it wasn't until the Quest that the company really nailed a genuinely immersive VR experience without any cables. The Oculus Quest 2 follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, but with a more powerful processor, a sharper screen, and a lighter design. It does all of this for just $299.99, a full $100 less than the original Quest and significantly lower than competitors like the $699 HTC Vive Cosmos. Add optional PC tethering with an accessory cable, and you have a comprehensive VR system at the most reasonable price we’ve seen, earning our Editors’ Choice for VR headsets.Design The Quest 2 is a bit smaller and lighter than the original, weighing 17.7 ounces and measuring 4.0 by 7.5 by 5.6 inches (HWD), not including the strap. The smooth plastic chassis of the headset is white, with the plastic and foam eye mask behind it a contrasting black. The front faceplate is nearly bare, with four position-tracking ca...

The Oculus Quest 2 improves on nearly everything from the original at a more affordable price, making it the best $300 VR headset for newbies and experienced users alike.

No cables required; Sharp display; Powerful processor; Accurate motion tracking; Optional PC tethering with accessory cable

Short battery life

Improved resolution ; Lighter than the Quest; 90Hz support coming soon; Large library of apps and games;

No improvement to headset battery life ; VR still makes us woozy ; Requires you to log in through Facebook;

The Oculus Go headset was the company's first foray into standalone virtual reality, but it didn't really nail a genuinely immersive, cable-free VR experience until the Oculus Quest. Then Facebook purchased Oculus, and now both are under the Meta umbrella. The Meta Quest 2 (formerly Oculus Quest 2) follows in the footsteps of its predecessor, but improves upon the experience with a more powerful processor, a sharper screen, and a lighter design. It offers all of this for $399.99 (after a recent $100 price bump) and remains significantly more affordable than competitors like the HTC Vive Cosmos ($699) and the Valve Index ($999). Add optional PC tethering with an accessory cable to the mix, and you have a comprehensive and accessible VR system that's worthy of our Editors’ Choice award.Streamlined Design The Quest 2 is a bit smaller and lighter than the original; it weighs 17.7 ounces and measures 4.0 by 7.5 by 5.6 inches (HWD), not including the strap. The smooth plastic chassis of...

The Meta Quest 2 improves upon its pricier predecessor in nearly every way, making it the best VR headset for newbies and experienced users alike.

Doesn't require any cables; Sharp display; Powerful processor; Accurate motion tracking; Optional PC tethering via accessory cable

Short battery life

Improved resolution ; Lighter than the Quest; 90Hz support coming soon; Large library of apps and games;

No improvement to headset battery life ; VR still makes us woozy ; Requires you to log in through Facebook;