With the holiday season fast approaching, we know Cyber Monday is a great time to find amazing deals on VR headsets. We've already got you covered on the best Meta Quest 3 and 3S deals, but once you have one, you'll need some accessories. Scott Stein, CNET's resident VR expert, has scoured the interwebs looking for the best Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S accessories available for Cyber Monday. Here's what he has to say:
"The Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S are the best VR headsets available right now. They're relatively low-priced, are great self-contained game consoles and they can flex to be fitness devices and work accessories, too. The Quest 3S is also an even better buy right now, with an extra $75 in credit from certain retailers. While the Quest 3 and 3S have everything you need right in the box, there are some useful accessory extras that could make life even better. Some of the deals on these accessories right now are well worth considering."
More comfortable head straps, extra battery packs, extended USB cables for PC Link gaming and charge docks can all make life a little better at home. Travel cases and some fitness accessories like controller straps and floor mats can also be really useful, or silicone facial interfaces to prevent sweat damage on the headset. We'll update this list when we see deals on any of these and more.
Best Meta Quest 3/3S head strap deals
A more comfortable, stable-fitting hard headband can be a huge help for keeping VR headsets on your face during workouts or for extended work sessions. This padded strap is discounted and comes highly recommended by many. (CNET hasn't tested it yet.)
Note: Be sure to clip the on-page coupon to get the full discount.
Kiwi's head strap is also sold with a battery pack built-in, and the package costs a lot less than Meta's similarly designed accessory. An estimated three hours of extra boost, per Kiwi, should at least double your playtime over a regular Quest session.
Other Meta Quest 3/3S accessories
Meta's own slim charge dock made specifically for the Quest 3 charges the Quest using contact pins and has contactless rechargeable battery packs for the controllers. It's more expensive than some third-party options, but its slim profile is helpful for narrower shelf setups.
If you're PC gaming using the Quest headset (which you can do), you'll probably want a good long USB cable to link with your PC. This is specifically designed for just that job, and its 16-foot length and breakout port for USB charging should do the job for most rooms.
Keeping your Quest safe is important. The headset can take some knocking around, but the lenses on the front can be delicate, so it's best to keep it in a case when not in use. This case holds the quest and controllers securely even if you are using one of the bigger head straps.
Why these deals matter
The Meta Quest 3 and the 3S are the best VR headsets you can buy right now, and any time accessories are discounted, it's worth taking note. Christmas is not far away, and if you have bought your loved one a Meta Quest 3, then it's worth picking up some accessories to go with it.
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