The best VR headsets for 2026

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**Top 3 VR Headsets:**

1. **Valve Index**: A PC-based VR headset with excellent ergonomics, high-resolution screens, and fast refresh rates.
2. **HTC Vive Pro 2**: A PC-based VR headset with advanced features like room-scale tracking and motion controllers.
3. **Meta Quest 3**: A standalone wireless VR headset with a wide field of view and comfortable design.

**Other Notable VR Headsets:**

* HTC Vive Focus Vision: A premium standalone VR headset with high-quality screens, but expensive and plagued by software issues.
* Meta Quest Pro: An expensive wireless headset that's not recommended.
* Oculus Quest 3S and Quest Pro: Wireless headsets from the previous Oculus brand, which is now known as Meta.

**VR Headset FAQs:**

* How do VR headsets work? They rely on sensors to map your physical space and track your movements.
* What VR headset is best for full-body tracking? The Valve Index, HTC Vive Pro 2, and compatible PC headsets with additional hardware like Vive trackers.
* What VR headsets work with Xbox? None currently, as Microsoft's Xbox consoles don't support VR headsets.

**Recent Updates:**

* Added the Apple Vision Pro M5 to the list of reviewed VR headsets.
* Updated review scores for top picks where applicable.
* Changed our "best cheap VR headset" pick to the Meta Quest 3S.
 
🤔 I'm still trying to wrap my head around these new VR headsets 🤯! It's crazy how fast tech is advancing, you know? 😲 Like, did we just go from no one using VR to now having so many options?! 🎮 The Valve Index and HTC Vive Pro 2 are straight fire 🔥, I mean, who wouldn't want that level of immersion in a gaming experience?! 💻 But, on the other hand, the Meta Quest 3 is like... totally affordable 🤑? I'm kinda surprised it's not more popular yet, considering how great it looks and feels 👀. And, bruh, what's up with all these new headsets coming out that are kinda pricey? 🤷‍♂️ The Oculus Quest 3S being a cheap alternative is a total game-changer 💸! Anyway, I'm hyped to try out some of these bad boys soon 🎉👀
 
I'm totally stoked about these new VR headsets 🤯! I mean, who wouldn't want to immerse themselves in a whole different world without leaving their couch? The Valve Index and HTC Vive Pro 2 are literally on my bucket list - they sound like such a game-changer for PC gamers. And I love how the Meta Quest 3 is a great option for those who wanna play VR on-the-go 📱. I'm also super curious about the Apple Vision Pro M5, has anyone tried it out? How's the tracking and graphics looking?
 
OMG, I'm so stoked that my old Oculus Quest is still holding on 🤦‍♂️...I mean, isn't it great that there are so many options out there for us casual gamers who don't want to break the bank? 💸 The Meta Quest 3S being the "best cheap VR headset" now? Okay, sure, because that's exactly what I've been searching for - a subpar experience with a slightly better price tag 😒. Anyway, have you tried using one of these headsets yet? I'm still rocking my trusty old PC rig and loving every minute of it 🤓.
 
you guys, I'm telling you, there's more to these new VR headsets than meets the eye 🤯. like, have you seen the prices of those Valve Index and HTC Vive Pro 2? it's like they're trying to keep us under control or something 💸. and don't even get me started on the Meta Quest 3 - it's like a Trojan horse for collecting our personal data 📊. and what's up with this "best cheap VR headset" thingy, really? just sounds like a marketing ploy to get us hooked on some fancy tech gadget 📈. anyway, I'm watching my back, stay vigilant 👀.
 
VR headsets, they're like trying to find a decent Tinder match - there's always gonna be some dude with bad optics and dodgy tracking 😂. But seriously, I'm loving the Valve Index, it's like they finally figured out how to make VR feel like you're actually in the game 🎮. And can we talk about Meta Quest 3 for a sec? It's like the iPhone of VR headsets - everyone wants one and they're just trying to make it as affordable as possible 💸. I mean, who needs room-scale tracking when you can just pretend you're in a sweet virtual cafe sippin' on some digital lattes ☕️?
 
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