Hardware Reviews

VR Headsets Guide

Expert reviews and comparisons of every major VR headset available in Australia — from budget-friendly to professional-grade.

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Find Your Perfect VR Headset

We categorise headsets by use case so you can find the right device for your needs and budget.

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Standalone Headsets

All-in-one devices that require no PC or console. Perfect for beginners and casual users. Simply put them on and start playing.

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PC VR Headsets

Tethered to a gaming PC for the highest-fidelity visuals and most demanding VR experiences. Ideal for enthusiasts.

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Console VR

Designed for gaming consoles like PlayStation 5. Great for existing console gamers wanting to explore virtual reality.

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All VR Headsets

Comprehensive reviews of every major VR headset available to Australian consumers.

Meta Quest 3 VR headset

Meta Quest 3

The most advanced standalone VR headset with full-colour mixed reality passthrough. Features the Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor, 128GB or 512GB storage, and access to over 500 VR titles.

Standalone Mixed Reality Wireless Best Seller
PlayStation VR2 gaming

PlayStation VR2

Sony's second-generation VR headset for PS5 delivers 4K HDR visuals, eye tracking, and advanced haptic feedback through the Sense controllers. A must-have for PS5 owners.

Console VR 4K HDR Eye Tracking
HTC Vive Pro 2

HTC Vive Pro 2

Professional-grade PC VR headset with a 5K resolution display, 120-degree field of view, and precise SteamVR tracking. The gold standard for serious VR enthusiasts.

PC VR 5K Display Pro Grade
Meta Quest 2 VR headset

Meta Quest 2

The best-selling VR headset of all time remains a solid choice for newcomers. Lightweight, affordable, and backed by a massive content library.

Standalone Entry Level Wireless
Valve Index VR headset

Valve Index

Valve's flagship PC VR headset with finger-tracking controllers, a 144Hz refresh rate, and exceptional audio. Considered by many as the pinnacle of PC VR.

PC VR Finger Tracking 144Hz
Pico 4 VR headset

Pico 4

ByteDance's standalone VR headset offers a pancake lens design, slim form factor, and competitive performance. An excellent alternative to Meta Quest.

Standalone Pancake Lens Lightweight
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Headset Comparison

A quick-reference comparison of key specifications across top VR headsets.

Headset Type Resolution Refresh Rate Best For
Meta Quest 3 Standalone 2064×2208 per eye 120Hz Beginners & All-rounders
PlayStation VR2 Console (PS5) 2000×2040 per eye 90/120Hz PS5 Gamers
HTC Vive Pro 2 PC VR 2448×2448 per eye 120Hz Professionals
Valve Index PC VR 1440×1600 per eye 144Hz Enthusiasts
Meta Quest 2 Standalone 1832×1920 per eye 90/120Hz Budget Buyers