There’s no shortage of great VR headsets to pick from in 2024. For us, the Meta Quest 3 offers the perfect balance of price and power along with a streamlined all-in-one design to make it our go-to recommendation for the best VR headset, but there are plenty of other worthwhile options. Some leverage the power of gaming PCs or consoles for better performance and visual fidelity. Others might be even more affordable. Whatever you’re looking for, there’s a VR headset out there for you. So, to help you find the perfect fit, we’ve put together this list of the best VR headsets available in 2024.
Finding the best VR headset for you
The first thing that’s important to know before buying a VR headset is that some VR games are exclusive to specific headsets. Meta and both PlayStation headsets have their own storefronts that offer unique games, unavailable to HTC, Valve, and other companies’ headsets. Of course, you can still get an impressive experience with the Valve Index or HTC Vive line of headsets, especially considering the great library of VR games on Steam. Each VR headset has its advantages and unique qualities, such as high resolutions, AMOLED displays, and built-in speakers.
The Meta Quest 3 is a powerful mobile VR headset that gives you great experiences without connecting to a PC–no sensors required (though you can, if you so choose). The Valve Index requires you to connect to a PC and use sensors, but it also provides the most high-end VR experience available today. And, of course, there’s the PSVR 2, which has the benefit of being compatible with Sony’s first-party lineup of VR games. Keep in mind the original PSVR has its own library of games separate from the PSVR 2. You cannot play original PSVR games on PSVR 2 unless the developer releases an upgraded version. Each headset has its unique features and benefits, so you’ll need to decide which one is the best for you, based on your price range.
Editor’s Note: Article updated on July 26, 2024
