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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 474 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

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94%would recommend to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers frequently mention the ease of use, immersive experience, and fun gameplay of the Meta Quest 3S. They appreciate the included Batman: Arkham Shadow game and the 3-month trial of Meta Quest+. However, some users have concerns about the short battery life and occasional motion sickness.

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  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Not as bad as I thought it would be...

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have put off getting one of these for our family for quite some time now. I hesitated in regards to technology and the metaverse and the affect it can have on children. I now feel that it is a great gift for the whole family, if it is treated as a family item and time is limited. We just wish the battery lasted longer. I understand one needs to take a break after an hour or so but with a family of 5 it would be nice to take turns without having to charge it in between. Wonder if this is built in on purpose to force people to take a break, if so, I'm with it...play something together as a family while it's charging right? Quality family time.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hi there, Nori! Thanks for the excellent 5 star review. We really appreciate the feedback and are so glad to hear that the entire family have been enjoying the device. We're also glad you recognize the importance of family balance while using the headset too! oculus

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    I hope this helps!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Im older and this recent addition, NOT disappointed! Plethora of game categories to choose & learning the controls is intuitive. Puzzle games, learn VR Tai Chi, a different language, travel around the world, or watch a movie in a VR theater with family in another state. Not only a toy to go pew-pew. Only negative is battery life < 2 hours, AMAZ $75 BOBOVR S3 head strap, takes weight off your face, 10kmA rechargeable batt extend fun 4+ hours (honestly worth it) You're going to be plugged in. The BB crew geeks can help you decide on sufficient cord if plugged in while playing. I recommend 7ft+sitting_12ft+ standing USB C TO USB C or USB w-ever is easier. BB has 7ft 20Gbps 60w braided <--in store. Lastly VR sickness is real! Its motion sickness takes about 4-5 days to get used to if your a pew-pew type. Enjoy!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hi Michael,
      Thank you so much for the 5-Star Review! Your feedback means a lot to us and would benefit all future VR owner. We're thrilled you enjoy your experience - once again thanks a lot for your kind comment. See you soon in VR! oculus

  • Cons mentioned:
    Battery life

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Controllers uses batteries

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like this vr, got for my grandbaby! Being a gamer myself, I found it weird that the controller aren’t rechargeable. I might be returning if i dont find any. Nobody should have to find a battery whilst in game time. This is such a xbox thing, u spend all this money then have to find battery packs or wireless rechargeable controller. Please fix this money grab! Item is already expensive for single person use.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love Story

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This Christmas my wife bought me one of these. I instantly loved batman and the catalog on the meta quest + 3 month free subscription. Before you know it my wife is playing it more then me refusing to pass it back and forth. So here comes Valentines day and i bought her one also. Now some nights we lay in bed and powerwash together or play mini golf together. We both love this amazing product. Also fpr the price of this it can not be beaten.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hello EasyE!

      Thank you for your amazing feedback!

      We are happy to know that you and your wife are enjoying the VR experience. We love getting feedback from our customers. We hope you have a wonderful gaming experience ahead. If you ever run into issues, please contact our support team. We will be happy to help you.

      Happy Gaming ! oculus

  • Cons mentioned:
    Fit

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Quest 3s (Introduction to VR) (Great Value)

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I think that the overall performance and usability of the Quest 3s is going to be enjoyable for most people. I felt the graphics were lacking and that the headset did not fit correct regardless of how many times I tried. I think that I’ll upgrade to the 3 and be more satisfied with my purchase. But you can’t beat the price especially for an introduction to VR and MR.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hey!

      Welcome to the world of VR and we hope that this is the beginning of some amazing adventures.

      We hope that you enjoy your 3s in the mean time and we are excited for you to continue your journey in the Metaverse! oculus

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    my daughter the happiest

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One of the most important things in life is for my daughter to be happy. She's been asking me for this gift for a long time. Thanks to Best Buy, I was able to fulfill it. Sometimes it doesn't matter what it costs. What matters is how happy it can make the most important person in your life. Thank you, Best Buy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hey there Mario, thank you so much for the kind words!

      We're so grateful that you were able to make your daughters' virtual dreams come true! We're rooting for her to keep Gotham safe, and we'd absolutely love to join you on a virtual adventure! oculus

  • Pros mentioned:
    Quality
    Best Buy Employee

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great for everyone

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the meta quest 3S got it for my son but the whole family has found games and apps they enjoy it so much we need a 2nd one.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hey there, Chuck, 

      Thank you for the amazing review. 

      We're thrilled that you and your family love the Meta Quest 3S as much as we do! We think getting another headset is a great idea; then you and your family can explore the metaverse together at the same time. oculus

  • Pros mentioned:
    Ease of use

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Gift

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son loves his VR headset. It is easy to use and very interactive.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hi Maria,

      Thank you for the five star review!

      We are so glad that you are finding your new VR from Meta worthwhile and your son is thoroughly enjoying its interactive features.

      We're really excited for you to explore all the fantastic experiences the Meta platform has to offer, so you can make your journey to the unbelievable world of VR with us, exhilarating!

      We would love to hear more from you next time! oculus

  • Pros mentioned:
    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Worth it!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My husband loves his Meta Quest! Best Christmas gift ever. We both have been playing with it almost daily.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hey there!

      Thank you so much for the 5-Star Review! We're really excited for you to explore all the fantastic experiences the Meta platform has to offer so you can make your journey to the unbelievable world of VR with us exhilarating!

      All the best! oculus

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Meta Quest 3S Batman bundle

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This purchase was amazing. Batman was extremely fun to play. The Quest headset is comfortable and graphics look really good. I would 10/10 recommend to anyone. Additionally, the service and guidance I received at BestBuy was top tier.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hello,

      Thank you so much for the five star review, we hope you enjoy exploring the Metaverse and getting stuck into Blackgate Penitentiary. oculus

  • Pros mentioned:
    Vr

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this VR console

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This device turns your home into an interactive virtual reality experience. A console the entire family can enjoy.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      That's what we love to hear Christina!

      The Metaverse is to big to explore by yourself so getting the family involved is the key to unlocking a whole new side to things, exploring to your hearts content!

      We aim to make Immersive experiences feel real, with brilliant color and rich surround sound, we are glad that our efforts haven't gone unnoticed and it gets even better when you connect your Meta Quest 3 and 3S to a PC. If you have not tried PCVR yet Christina, you're in for a treat!

      There's infinite possibilities in the Metaverse, we're sure he can't wait to jump back in! oculus

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    V R Headset

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My son loves it and it is an upgrade from what the had at first. He plays on it almost everyday. He said the graphics are better and makes his game play more fun!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hi Latoya,

      Thank you for the five star review! It sounds like the Quest 3S was the right move!

      It’s wonderful hear that your son is fully enjoying the Metaverse! We hope that he continues to explore, discover and most importantly - have fun!

      Happy gaming! oculus

  • Pros mentioned:
    Quality

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fun time

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Great for fun or exercise around the house good quality

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Vr

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Amazing holiday gift

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great entry level VR game. It's so fun. I have tried the regular 3 and the 3S, I would prefer the 3 but for kids. This makes an amazing gift this holiday.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This game is excellent I love it so much! I love playing with this and watching videos!

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hi Juanita,

      We're glad to hear that you've been enjoying your Meta Quest 3S so far, it's not just for gaming, and it offers an immersive video watching experience too!

      We're wishing you lots of VR fun ahead, and we'll see you in the Metaverse! oculus

  • Pros mentioned:
    Vr, Weight
    Cons mentioned:
    Battery life
    Tech Insider Network Member

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Endless hours of entertainment

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Meta Quest 3S 256GB is my first VR headset. It truly is the ultimate virtual reality experience because it's so immersive and captivating. It will honestly blow your mind away if you're never experienced it before. It's very cool. Setting up the Meta Quest was very easy and only took a few minutes. It prompts you through the few steps to set up the account on the headset, connect to your WiFi and you will need to download the Meta Horizon app on your phone. Even though I was struggled coming up with a user name I liked (start thinking of one now), I actually had a lot of fun setting up my avatar. You can customize it your liking with different outfits and styles. The headset itself is lightweight at only 18 oz and adjustable for maximum comfort. There's a side strap and top strap to adjust for tightness and support and the lenses have three different space width settings to get the clearest picture. A couple things to keep in mind while playing. First, always use the wrist straps on the controls. We've had one occasion already where it went flying across the room and thankfully, did not break anything or hurt anyone. Second, if you are prone to motion sickness like I am very much so, remember to take frequent breaks. I can only be on for short periods of time. The Meta Quest is great for so many things. You can work on your fitness with different workouts, gaming, socializing on chats, social media and in hangouts and entertainment with videos and movies. There are thousands of choices for your Meta Quest with all of the games, events, videos and hangouts to choose from. You can literally pull up multiple screens so you can do different things at the same time. It's possible to be watching videos, messaging your friends at the same time and looking at new apps. One of the coolest features is that the Meta Quest can act like your own personal theater. The high-definition resolution with the 1832x1930 pixels per eye makes the picture clear and crisp. The special visual effects that the Meta Quest 3 has are amazing. It really feels like you are in a whole new space. It's totally immersive. When it darkens everything so your actual physical surroundings are hidden and you are totally immersed in the blackened screen, your new environment seems exactly like what you're seeing on the screen. It feels like you've been transported, whether its courtside watching a basketball game, in the middle of your own battle or halfway around the world exploring. The battery life is okay. On a full charge, on average the headset can last up to 2.5 hours. I would say a couple hours seems to be the case so far. It always drains faster than anyone would like and my family fights over who's turn it is next once it's charged. I take that as a good sign. You can even cast your experience onto a TV so others can enjoy it with you as well. One downside is that even though the headset is rechargeable, the two hand controllers are not. They are battery operated. It would have been nice if the whole system was rechargeable. We are all having a lot of fun exploring with the Meta Quest. When you're doing it, it seems so real. It makes it very impressive and fun. You can play with your current friends and you can meet new ones. It's also a bonus that the Meta Quest 3S currently includes the Batman Arkham Shadow game and a 3-month trial of Meta Quest+. I'd say if you're considering a VR set, the Meta Quest has been great. The price is comparable to other gaming systems and this is so fun and entertaining with the special effects being completely immersed in the experience. I highly recommend it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hi mamallg,

      Thank you for the five-star review! We really appreciate your thorough and insightful feedback.

      We're ecstatic you're enjoying your new Quest 3S and we can't to see you back in the Metaverse with us soon! oculus

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    4/5

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    My daughter loves it I love it for her great view still learning how to work the game it does get a little hot fast . But other than that it’s good

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hey there!

      Thank you for taking out time to give your wonderful review!

      We hope your daughter continues to love the Metaverse experience and if you have any queries/issues in the future, feel free to reach our wonderful support team via our support page. oculus

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great headset at a good price

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The Meta Quest 3s is really fun to use but the strap it comes with is terrible as per usual with Metas headsets. A cheaper strap to produce means a cheaper device tho so I'm ok with the tradeoff.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Satisfied customer

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Perfect my kids love this thing I would definitely recommend this to anyone

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hello Robert, thank you so much for your kind review.

      We are so glad to know your kids are enjoying their new Meta Quest 3S. We hope that they enjoy their time in the Metaverse, we know they will find their new favourite game soon!

      If you are ever able to get a chance to play it we would also recommend it. We take pride in offering experiences for the whole family to enjoy, so there has to be something you would enjoy too Robert! oculus

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Good product

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a good product. I gave this as a gift to my husband and he likes it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
    • Brand response from Meta Store Support
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      Hey there Lili!

      We would like to thank you for taking the time out to share your review and provide our product with a 5 star rating. This is awesome!

      We are thrilled to know how much your husband is enjoying the Meta Quest 3S and we have no doubt he is having the best of time exploring the Metaverse! We wish him many more memories playing his favorite games. Why not try it out yourself? We have something for everybody here at Meta!

      We hope you have a great day!
      oculus