Black Friday VR headset deals 2024 - what to expect from this year's sales
Black Friday VR headset deals could be interesting this year - here's what you should know
Black Friday VR headset deals will be here before you know it, and although we were seeing quite a few early offers around the Quest 3S's launch, your options are slim at the moment. We'd wager most headsets will drop in price for Black Friday proper, so it could be worth the wait. That said, we have spotted an offer for the 128GB Quest 3, and this could be your last chance to grab one, so don't feel the need to wait in that case.
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.
While we'll list the best deals and offers on this page when they start pouring in, for now, it's important to get you prepped. What headset should you go for and how much should you save? We're answering your frequently asked questions down below, and below that, you'll find a list of last year's best offers. We hope that will help you, and give you an idea of what prices you might see come late November. If you're looking for a deal before Black Friday, take a look at the offers we'd recommend down below.
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
Meta Quest 3S | $299.99 at Amazon
A Meta Quest 3S is probably your best headset option just now if you're trying to get a VR device on the cheap. You'll get a free copy of the new VR Batman game as well, which is a nice bonus.
Buy it if:
✅ You're a first-time VR headset buyer
✅ You don't need 512GB of storage
✅ You don't care about pancake lenses
Don't buy it if:
❌ You want the maximum storage allowance possible
Price check: Best Buy: $299.99 | Walmart: $649.00
Meta Quest 3 128GB | $499 $429 at B&H Photo Video
Save $70 - It's getting harder and harder to find the 128GB model of the Quest 3 since Meta officially discontinued it, but you can currently grab one at B&H Photo/Video for $70 cheaper. We don't know how long stock will last, so if you want better specs for much cheaper than the 512GB model, jump on this pronto!
Buy it if:
✅ You want pancake lenses
✅ You've been hunting for the 128GB version
✅ You want more than the Quest 3S offers
Don't buy it if:
Meta Quest 3 512GB | $649 $499 at Amazon
Save $150 - We've never seen the Meta Quest 3 512GB model so cheap, and if you're an enthusiast who will make use of the storage space, this is an amazing time to buy. We don't know for certain if this price will hold, or if it'll fluctuate after the Quest 3S settles into the market. For now, though, it's a great buy.
Buy it if:
✅ You want more storage space
✅ You want mixed reality features
✅ You're interested in playing SteamVR games
Don't buy it if:
❌ You already play games on a PS5
Price check: Best Buy: $499.99 | Walmart: $569.99
(UK only)
Pico 4 Ultra 256GB + Blade & Sorcery Nomad | £529 at Amazon
The Pico 4 Ultra comes with a free copy of Blade & Sorcery Nomad at the moment, which is a huge bargain. You're getting one of the best VR headsets currently available (arguably better than the Quest 3), along with one of the best VR games ever made.
Buy it if:
✅ You're not a fan of Meta as a brand
✅ You still want a great standalone VR headset
✅ You want one of the best VR games ever made
Don't buy it if:
❌ You're in the US
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
Meta Quest 3 + Asgard's Wrath 2 + 15 Meta Quest gift voucher |$499.99 at Newegg
Save $50 - Newegg didn't drop the price of the Quest 3, but it did offer a $15 Meta Quest gift voucher when you bought the headset from them. That was alongside your license for Asgard's Wrath 2 that came with the launch bundle.
Meta Quest 3 512GB + Asgard's Wrath 2 + 6 months of Meta Quest+ + $25 Meta Quest gift voucher | $649.99 at Newegg
Larger 512GB models of the Quest 3 were also available with a gift voucher from Newegg, this time with $25 as opposed to $15. The launch bundle saw the larger SKU also get 6 months of access to Meta Quest+ as well.
HTC Vive Pro 2 Headset | $799 $574 at Amazon
Save $225 - The HTC Vive Pro 2 is hard to beat for its stunning resolution and massive field of view, and in this deal got an over 20% discount. You didn't get the tracking modules or controllers here, but they were discounted separately in their own Black Friday deals.
Last year's best VR headset deals in the UK
PSVR 2 + Horizon Call of the Mountain | £589 £549.99 at Amazon
Save £40 - Much like the above, this deal got you the PSVR headset and controllers, plus a great game to help you enjoy them. We didn't see any widespread discounts of this bundle throughout the year, so a £40 cut during Black Friday was more than welcome when it arrived.
Meta Quest 2 128GB | £399 £249 at Amazon
Save £150 - The Meta Quest 2 128GB dropped by £150 if you went for the 128GB SKU during Black Friday sales. That was a pretty good 38% discount for a headset whose specs still aren't that out of date.
PSVR 2 + Gran Turismo 7 | £589 £559 at Currys
Save £30 - PSVR 2 was one of the best new pieces of gaming hardware to launch in 2023. In this deal, you got the visor and controllers, plus one of its most exciting games with a combined saving of £30. The headset alone usually costs £529 in the UK, so you basically got GT7 for just £20 in this bundle. Nice!
HTC Vive Pro 2 Headset | £779 £479 at Amazon
Save £300 - The HTC Vive Pro 2 was discounted in the UK as well. We don't see it come down in price all too often, so it can be hard to recommend compared to the cheaper alternatives on the shelves. When those Black Friday discounts do roll in though, it's great to make the most of them.
HTC Vive Pro 2 Full Kit | £1,399 £899 at Amazon
Save £500 - The HTC Vive Pro 2 is one of the best VR headsets money can buy if you play on a gaming PC. In this deal, you saved a massive £500 and got the full kit, complete with controllers and room sensors. Getting the full kit under £900 is a rare thing, so this wasn't to be missed.
Looking to upgrade your setup with other tech? Don't miss the latest offers with our guide to Black Friday gaming PC deals, Black Friday gaming laptop deals, and Black Friday PS5 deals.
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