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VR Headsets

12 VR headsets from Meta, HTC, Oculus and more. Most cost $550 to $1,568, and half cost less than $1,176.

VR Headsets by use

Each use has a written rule on its page, built from listed specs. A VR headset can match several uses.

Recommended VR Headsets

HTC

Standalone

+Standalone use plus PC VR support in one headset
+Mixed reality support blends virtual content with the real room
+Includes a DisplayPort PC VR streaming kit for wired use
−Wired bundle lists no controllers in its name
$1,449.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:07 PST - Details
HTCSpec score 8.7

Standalone

+Standalone use plus PC VR support in one headset
+Mixed reality support blends virtual content with the real room
+Includes controllers for hand input
$1,299.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:07 PST - Details
Pimax

PC VR

+3840x3552 resolution per eye
+110° field of view with ConcaveView optics
+PC VR compatible
No current price. Check it at the store.
MetaSpec score 7.8

Standalone, 128GB

+Standalone headset that needs no PC or console
+Includes 16 ft Link cable for PC VR use
+Supports mixed reality for blending with your room
$398.02-7%List: $429.98
as of 11/04/2026 17:10 PST - Details
HTC

Standalone

+Standalone use plus PC VR support in one headset
+Includes a DisplayPort PC streaming kit for wired use
+Includes a facial tracker for facial expression input
−Wired bundle listed without controllers in its name
$1,568.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:07 PST - Details
Pimax

PC VR

+High 2880x2880 resolution per eye
+8K QLED display with local dimming
+Inside-out tracking, no external sensors needed
−Requires a compatible PC to operate
$1,053.00
as of 11/04/2026 00:40 PST - Details
DPVR

PC VR

+Built for PC VR, connecting to a computer for SteamVR use
+Listed at 120Hz refresh rate for smoother motion
+Listed display resolution of 3664x1920 for sharper images
−Requires a connected PC, unlike standalone headsets
$549.99
as of 11/04/2026 14:07 PST - Details
HTCSpec score 8.7

Standalone

+Works standalone or with a PC
+Mixed reality passthrough support
+Includes controllers and a deluxe pack
No price recorded yet.
Meta

PC VR

+PC-powered design for higher-end PC VR gaming
+Requires a compatible PC to run
+Works with PC VR content on a connected computer
$765.77
as of 11/04/2026 00:30 PST - Details
HTCSpec score 8.7

Standalone

+Standalone use plus PC VR support in one headset
+Mixed reality support blends virtual content with the real room
+Includes controllers for hand input
$1,418.99
as of 11/04/2026 16:07 PST - Details
HTCSpec score 8.7

Standalone

+Standalone use plus PC VR support in one headset
+Mixed reality support blends virtual content with the real room
+Includes controllers and Ultimate Tracker 3 pack for body tracking
$1,988.00
as of 11/04/2026 16:07 PST - Details

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VR Headsets by price

Count of the 12 VR Headsets in each price band.

VR Headsets by Headset type

VR Headsets that list a Headset type value.

Before you buy

Spec scores, pros and cons, and prices are explained in the How it works section of the About page.