The Oculus Quest 2 delivers virtual reality games and an immersive VR experience anywhere for $299 with nothing else required. This virtual reality headset is faster, smaller, less expensive, and more comfortable to wear than the original Quest, but it requires a Facebook login to use. For an extra $100, a new version of the Quest 2 doubles the storage of the $299 model to 128GB and includes a silicone cover for the foam face piece, following a voluntary recall of the foam coverings earlier this year due to facial irritation concerns with a small fraction of users. Existing Quest 2 owners are eligible for a complimentary silicone cover.
The Quest 2 reminds me of the Nintendo Switch in terms of versatility and pleasure, and it starts up in seconds and fits perfectly over glasses. This VR headset includes self-contained motion tracking and a full-motion six degrees of freedom (or 6DoF) VR controller similar to the ones found on the PC-required Oculus Rift, as well as a surprisingly good high-resolution display and built-in speakers. Apps are downloaded directly to the headset’s internal storage. Its more limited mobile processor nonetheless performs admirably in games like Beat Saber, Moss, and SuperHot VR, and it can even connect to a PC through a single USB-C cable if desired.
Because Facebook canceled the Oculus Rift S, the Quest 2 is currently the best and only option for Oculus VR. However, PC VR users have a plethora of alternative headset options.
Number 2. HP Reverb G2 ($599)
