Black Friday VR headset deals are starting to slip through the cracks, which is great news. We're still waiting for some of the biggest players to get discounts, but the HTC Vive Pro 2 going on sale is a good barometer to tell us that other deals are coming soon. We've been testing and comparing VR headsets all year, not to mention keeping track of their Black Friday prices for years. We'll be keeping a close eye out for discounts from here on out, so when one arrives we'll let you know.
Even as we head into the latter part of the year, the rumors surrounding the VR headset space are whipping up a frenzy. Will Samsung and Google finally launch the headset we've been hearing about since last November? Now that Meta has revealed the Quest 3S and its upcoming AR glasses, how will the landscape change? With PSVR 2 and the Meta Quest 3 already leading a new wave of popularity for this technology, and Apple content pleasing the 1%, this could be an interesting year of discounts for the best VR headsets.
We've already listed a few of the best deals that are already available down below, so if you can't wait until the last Friday of the month, take a look just now. If you keep scrolling, we've tried to provide some helpful info. What headset should you go for and how much should you expect to save? Below that, you'll find a list of last year's best offers we kept on ice and brought out for you.
Today's best VR headset deals ahead of Black Friday
- Meta Quest 3 512GB: $499
- Meta Quest 3S: $299.99
- PSVR 2: $469 at Walmart
- Meta Quest Charging docks: From $28
- Head straps: increased comfort from $20
- Battery head straps: Longer sessions from $37
- Link cables: Syntech, JSAUX cables from $15
- Other accessories: facial interfaces and more
(UK only)
Black Friday VR headset deals - what to expect
With a few new players in the VR arena this year, you'd have to hope that we'll see some competitive deals appearing when it gets to Black Friday time. PSVR 2 could potentially lead the charge. Sony's visor got its first significant discount during the Days of Play this year, which took off $100 from its price only a month or so before the launch of its PC adapter. To stay competitive, and entice those enthusiasts who want to squeeze every drop of performance out of a PS5 Pro, I'd love to see a discount that deep during Black Friday. Then again, we'd be lucky to see a whole $100 drop. Maybe even $50 would suffice, I just want more people to experience its incredible OLED visuals.
Of course, there's Meta Quest 3 to think about, which will surely be the headset the majority of shoppers are looking to buy. Interestingly, the 128GB version has been discontinues thanks to the new Quest 3S arriving on the scene. That's caused some adjustments in the MSRP landscape, but could also leave the 512GB option open for more deals in November.
The old guard of PCVR headsets however, are always ripe for deals come Black Friday. The HTC Vive Pro 2 is on sale frequently, bringing its full kit down to the $1,000 point. This is still a viable option for playing Steam VR games if you can be bothered with the faff of the tracking modules dominating whatever room you set it up in.
There have also been plenty of rumors this year that new standalone headsets will be entering the scene. Besides Apple Vision Pro, which isn't really a gaming device, there's talk of Samsung and Google joining forces to create a standalone device. There are also other brands in the PCVR space who could cough up a new headset before Black Friday - let's all cross our fingers and pray to our lord and savior Gabe Newell that a new Valve Index is coming.
The Pico 4 Ultra has only just launched in the UK, so it's unlikely we'll get a discount on it. However, the pre-order bonus gets you quite the starter set of games to play, so we might see this extend into November if we're lucky. Annoyingly, this will only be a UK option since Pico hasn't entered the US market with its latest device.
If you want an idea of what went on offer for Black Friday last year, take a look at the list of deals we saved from last year down below.
Black Friday VR headset deals - FAQ
When will the Black Friday VR headset deals start?
Wondering when the offers will start rolling in? Well, Black Friday traditionally occurs after Thanksgiving and on the very last Friday of November - and the same is true this year. That means that this year, Black Friday VR headset deals will take place on November 29.
That said, you won't just have one day to make use of all the sales. Black Friday begins earlier and finishes later every year, and we typically see savings get going as early as mid-November. Cyber Monday will also provide another great opportunity for major discounts on November 27th, 2023.
Where will the best Black Friday VR headset deals be?
While we'll be listing all the best offers here during Black Friday itself, we'd recommend checking out the following retailers if you'd prefer to make your own way in the meantime. These are all typically reliable sources for Black Friday VR headset deals.
US
- Amazon: Best for variety and official bundles
- Best Buy: Good for accessories and can include free gifts
- B&H Photo: Known for offering rare price drops
- Newegg: Make savings on renewed models and accessories
- Oculus: Here's where you'll find official price drops
- Target: Grab your headset up that day with in-store pickup
- Walmart: Usually stocks bundles on accessories
UK
- Amazon: Typically best for variety
- Argos: Previously offered Oculus Go discounts
- Currys: Great for accessory bundles with regular discounts
- John Lewis: Two-year guarantee included
- Oculus: Go straight to the source for the best discounts
- Very: Regular Meta stock and often price-matches
Last year's best Black Friday VR headset deals in the US
Last year's best VR headset deals in the UK
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