Meta Quest 3

Meta Quest 3Price, Buy Now or Wait for Quest 4

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Quest 3 has sharp mixed-reality passthrough and a very large library of things to play, at a price nothing credible undercuts. It is not a Vision Pro and does not try to be. It is the easiest way into spatial computing, and the most headset you can get for the money.
Great4.0/5
Released
Oct 10, 2023
Price today
From $599
When to buy
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Best for

Gaming.
It runs a standalone VR game library, on 128 or 512GB of storage.Confirmed: developers.meta.com
AR and mixed reality.
Full-colour passthrough covers a 110-degree field of view.Confirmed: developers.meta.com
Fitness.
The Quest store carries fitness apps alongside the games.Confirmed: developers.meta.com

Buy the Meta Quest 3 or wait for the Meta Quest 4?

  • Expected for the Meta Quest 4: 2027-2028.
  • Models in this line have come about 658 days apart on average.
  • The Meta Quest 3S is already on sale: it launched Oct 15, 2024 at $299.99, a price its maker stated.
Every Meta Quest 4 report

Comparison

Compare headsets

How it compares

Price

$599.99

The maker's list price to buy it.

Weight

515g

Grams on your head. Lower is lighter.

Battery life

~2 hrs

How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.

Cost over 3 years

Meta Quest 3
$599.99
Meta VR Glasses
$1,299.99
Galaxy XR
$1,799.99
Vision Pro M5
$3,699

Weight

Meta Quest 3
515g
Meta VR Glasses
100g+ ~300g puck
Galaxy XR
545g
Vision Pro M5
750–800g

Battery life

Current list prices.

The headset as worn. The lighter segment is the puck, reported by Road to VR; Meta has not published its weight.On your headIn your pocket (reported)

Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.

If not this one

Meta Quest 3 is our pick for gaming, mixed reality and fitness. Where it does not lead, here is what does, and why you would switch.

  • If it has to hold up at workSamsung Galaxy XR

    You work in Android XR spaces, controlled by your hands and eyes.

    $1799.99
  • If you want it for watching thingsApple Vision Pro M5

    It plays immersive and spatial video across a 100-degree field of view.

    $3699

Most paired with

Everything it works with

What the Meta Quest 3 works with

Works with iPhone and Android phones.

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with iPhone?

Works

Works with iPhone on iOS 15.1 or later.

Use the Meta Horizon app on iPhone to pair and set up the Quest 3 and use its mobile companion features. The current App Store build needs iOS 15.1 or later.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Android phones?

Works

Works with a compatible Android device and the Meta Horizon app.

Meta supports the Android version of the Meta Horizon app for Quest pairing, setup and mobile companion features.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Test your app on your deviceFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    The Meta Horizon app, on iOS or Android
    Developer mode lets your device run apps that did not come from the Meta Horizon Store.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Stream games from your Xbox over Wi-Fi

Can you play Xbox on a Meta Quest 3?

Works

Play through the Xbox app with a compatible controller.

Use 5 GHz Wi-Fi. Microsoft recommends at least 20 Mbps download speed. Most cloud games also need an eligible Game Pass plan.

See details and sources (1)
  • Microsoft Xbox: XBOX on VR HeadsetsFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Cloud gaming with XBOX is available on Meta Quest 3S, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest Pro, and Meta Quest 2 headsets.
    Use a variety of controllers with your VR headset including Meta Quest controllers, XBOX Wireless Controller, and XBOX Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Streams over Wi-Fi

Can you connect the Meta Quest 3 to a PC?

Use Meta Quest Link with a high-quality USB data-and-power cable.

The PC needs Windows 10 or 11, an Intel i5-4590 or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or better, at least 8 GB of RAM, a supported graphics card and a USB port. Intel Arc graphics cards are not currently supported by Meta Horizon Link.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

How does the Meta Quest 3 connect wirelessly to a Windows PC?

Use Meta Quest Air Link over Wi-Fi.

You need a compatible Windows PC and network, and the PC must meet Meta Link requirements. Air Link lets you run PC VR without a Link cable.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Virtual Desktop on Windows?

Works

Virtual Desktop works on Windows 10 or 11.

Virtual Desktop supports desktop streaming. PC VR game streaming also works with a VR-ready Windows PC and the network setup required by the app.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Get Meta Quest 3 updates

Email me when there's news.

Works with

Works

Play through the Xbox app with a compatible controller.

Use 5 GHz Wi-Fi. Microsoft recommends at least 20 Mbps download speed. Most cloud games also need an eligible Game Pass plan.

See details and sources (1)
  • Microsoft Xbox: XBOX on VR HeadsetsFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Cloud gaming with XBOX is available on Meta Quest 3S, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest Pro, and Meta Quest 2 headsets.
    Use a variety of controllers with your VR headset including Meta Quest controllers, XBOX Wireless Controller, and XBOX Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Works through Steam Link on a compatible Windows PC.

You need Windows 10 or newer, Steam and SteamVR, and a GTX 970 or better. You also need 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 and a wired connection from the PC to the router.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Works with iPhone on iOS 15.1 or later.

Use the Meta Horizon app on iPhone to pair and set up the Quest 3 and use its mobile companion features. The current App Store build needs iOS 15.1 or later.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

WorksWorked out from the maker's minimum

It works with every iPhone that runs iOS 15.1 or later, from the iPhone 6s on.

  • iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air and iPhone 17e: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16e: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone XR, iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max and iPhone X: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 8 and iPhone 8 Plus: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation), iPhone SE (3rd generation) and iPhone SE (1st generation): yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 17 Pro: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • iPhone Air: yes, on iOS 15.1 or later
  • Any iPhone not listed: no, it cannot run that iOS version

Worked out from the maker's minimum ("iOS 15.1 or later") and Apple's list of the iPhones that run it, not a separate test. See the sources.

See details and sources (8)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Works with a compatible Android device and the Meta Horizon app.

Meta supports the Android version of the Meta Horizon app for Quest pairing, setup and mobile companion features.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Test your app on your deviceFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    The Meta Horizon app, on iOS or Android
    Developer mode lets your device run apps that did not come from the Meta Horizon Store.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Use a Meta account for sign-in and purchased content.

A Meta account is the main account used to sign in to the Quest 3 and manage purchased content.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Meta accounts FAQFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    A Meta account lets you log into your VR devices and view and manage your purchased content in one place.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

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Works

The Meta Horizon Store is the standard Quest app store.

With a Meta account, you can install compatible Quest apps through the normal store and library flow. The app must be compatible with the headset.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Test your app on your deviceFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    The Meta Horizon app, on iOS or Android
    Developer mode lets your device run apps that did not come from the Meta Horizon Store.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

The dock charges the headset and two Touch Plus controllers together.

The dock needs a USB Power Delivery adapter rated at least 18W. Meta recommends 45W. The power adapter is sold separately.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Meta Quest 3 Charging DockFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    This dock must be used with a power adapter (18W minimum, 45W recommended), sold separately.
    This charging dock can simultaneously charge a Quest 3 headset (with standard or Elite Straps) and 2 Touch Plus controllers (with lanyards or Active Straps).

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

Netflix works through the Meta Quest Browser.

You need a Netflix account and an internet connection. Netflix currently documents the browser path, not a native Quest app.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Works through the native YouTube VR app.

YouTube VR supports standard and immersive video on the Quest 3, including up to 8K video according to Google. You need the YouTube VR app.

See details and sources (1)
  • Google YouTube: Get started with YouTube VRFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    The YouTube VR App is available on the following devices: Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, Meta Quest 3, PICO 4, and Apple Vision Pro.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Works through the current Disney+ app in the Meta Quest Store.

Install the Disney+ app and use a Disney+ service account as required by Disney.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Works through the current Prime Video app in the Meta Quest Store.

Install the Prime Video app and use an Amazon account or subscription as needed.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

It supports primary and secondary Meta accounts.

The headset can have primary and secondary Meta accounts. App ownership and sharing rules still apply, and each user needs a separate Meta account.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: VRC.Quest.Functional.12From the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Multi-User is a platform feature that is enabled on all Meta Quest devices.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

Meta allows accounts from age 10, with age-based rules and controls.

Parent-managed setup is required where applicable. Meta Horizon+ is for ages 13 and up. Individual content or features can have extra age ratings or restrictions.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Virtual Desktop works on Windows 10 or 11.

Virtual Desktop supports desktop streaming. PC VR game streaming also works with a VR-ready Windows PC and the network setup required by the app.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Virtual Desktop works on macOS Catalina or later.

Virtual Desktop can show a Mac desktop wirelessly and supports multi-monitor use. You still need the computer and network setup required by Virtual Desktop.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Touch Plus controllers come with the Quest 3.

The included Touch Plus controllers provide tracked motion controls and TruTouch haptics.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

It works for Xbox Cloud Gaming on Quest.

Pair a compatible Xbox Wireless Controller to the Quest 3. Then use it to control supported Xbox Cloud Gaming titles.

See details and sources (1)
  • Microsoft Xbox: XBOX on VR HeadsetsFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Cloud gaming with XBOX is available on Meta Quest 3S, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest Pro, and Meta Quest 2 headsets.
    Use a variety of controllers with your VR headset including Meta Quest controllers, XBOX Wireless Controller, and XBOX Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

DualSense works for Xbox Cloud Gaming on Quest.

Use a Bluetooth-enabled DualSense with the Xbox Cloud Gaming app. This verified support is for Xbox Cloud Gaming, not every Quest app or game.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Horizon OS supports physical Bluetooth keyboards.

Pair a Bluetooth keyboard to use it for text entry in Horizon OS and compatible apps.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: PeripheralsFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Meta Quest devices support physical keyboards through a Bluetooth connection.
    Meta Quest devices support physical mice through Bluetooth connection.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Horizon OS supports physical Bluetooth mice.

Pair a Bluetooth mouse to control the pointer on 2D app panels and supported system surfaces.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: PeripheralsFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Meta Quest devices support physical keyboards through a Bluetooth connection.
    Meta Quest devices support physical mice through Bluetooth connection.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Older apps generally work through Meta compatibility mode.

Meta provides compatibility mode to help older apps run on newer Quest devices, including the Quest 3. The app still has to work with Meta's runtime and device targeting.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Compatibility modeFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Compatibility mode helps older apps run on newer VR devices.
    Meta Quest 2, Meta Quest Pro, Meta Quest 3, and Meta Quest 3S support compatibility mode.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Meta says it adds about two hours of headset use.

The Meta Quest Elite Strap with Battery combines a head strap with an integrated extra battery. You need the Meta Quest Elite Strap with Battery.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Meta Quest Elite strap with batteryFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Our premium head strap combines the best in comfort, durability and support while offering an additional two hours of headset use thanks to a built-in battery pack.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

The current listing is Supernatural - Legacy Edition, and it needs a subscription.

The verified current Quest listing is specifically Supernatural - Legacy Edition. That does not establish support for any future or relaunched Supernatural version. A subscription is required.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

Quest 3 needs Quest 3-specific inserts, not Quest 2 inserts.

Zenni says its Meta Quest 3 inserts only work with the Quest 3. Its Quest 3S inserts cover Quest 3S and Quest 2 instead. Quest 2 and Quest 3S-style inserts are not the Quest 3 insert format.

See details and sources (1)
  • Zenni Optical: Meta Quest VR LensesFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Meta Quest 3 inserts are only compatible with the Meta Quest 3.
    If you need more room for the lens inserts, you can use the depth adjustment buttons on Meta Quest 3 or install the glasses spacer accessory on Meta Quest 2 or Meta Quest 3S.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Most paired with

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with iPhone?

Works

Works with iPhone on iOS 15.1 or later.

Use the Meta Horizon app on iPhone to pair and set up the Quest 3 and use its mobile companion features. The current App Store build needs iOS 15.1 or later.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Android phones?

Works

Works with a compatible Android device and the Meta Horizon app.

Meta supports the Android version of the Meta Horizon app for Quest pairing, setup and mobile companion features.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Test your app on your deviceFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    The Meta Horizon app, on iOS or Android
    Developer mode lets your device run apps that did not come from the Meta Horizon Store.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Stream games from your Xbox over Wi-Fi

Can you play Xbox on a Meta Quest 3?

Works

Play through the Xbox app with a compatible controller.

Use 5 GHz Wi-Fi. Microsoft recommends at least 20 Mbps download speed. Most cloud games also need an eligible Game Pass plan.

See details and sources (1)
  • Microsoft Xbox: XBOX on VR HeadsetsFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Cloud gaming with XBOX is available on Meta Quest 3S, Meta Quest 3, Meta Quest Pro, and Meta Quest 2 headsets.
    Use a variety of controllers with your VR headset including Meta Quest controllers, XBOX Wireless Controller, and XBOX Elite Wireless Controller Series 2.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Streams over Wi-Fi

Can you connect the Meta Quest 3 to a PC?

Use Meta Quest Link with a high-quality USB data-and-power cable.

The PC needs Windows 10 or 11, an Intel i5-4590 or AMD Ryzen 5 1500X or better, at least 8 GB of RAM, a supported graphics card and a USB port. Intel Arc graphics cards are not currently supported by Meta Horizon Link.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

How does the Meta Quest 3 connect wirelessly to a Windows PC?

Use Meta Quest Air Link over Wi-Fi.

You need a compatible Windows PC and network, and the PC must meet Meta Link requirements. Air Link lets you run PC VR without a Link cable.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Virtual Desktop on Windows?

Works

Virtual Desktop works on Windows 10 or 11.

Virtual Desktop supports desktop streaming. PC VR game streaming also works with a VR-ready Windows PC and the network setup required by the app.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Streams over Wi-Fi

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with a Mac for desktop streaming?

Works

Virtual Desktop works on macOS Catalina or later.

Virtual Desktop can show a Mac desktop wirelessly and supports multi-monitor use. You still need the computer and network setup required by Virtual Desktop.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Can you connect the Meta Quest 3 to a Mac?

Doesn't work

Meta Horizon Link scene streaming needs Windows, not Mac.

You can still build and deploy from macOS. Meta says the Horizon Link scene-streaming feature itself requires Windows.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

What you need

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Steam?

Works

Works through Steam Link on a compatible Windows PC.

You need Windows 10 or newer, Steam and SteamVR, and a GTX 970 or better. You also need 5 GHz Wi-Fi 5 and a wired connection from the PC to the router.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with iPhone?

Works

Works with iPhone on iOS 15.1 or later.

Use the Meta Horizon app on iPhone to pair and set up the Quest 3 and use its mobile companion features. The current App Store build needs iOS 15.1 or later.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Android phones?

Works

Works with a compatible Android device and the Meta Horizon app.

Meta supports the Android version of the Meta Horizon app for Quest pairing, setup and mobile companion features.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Test your app on your deviceFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    The Meta Horizon app, on iOS or Android
    Developer mode lets your device run apps that did not come from the Meta Horizon Store.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

How does the Meta Quest 3 handle sign-in and purchases?

Use a Meta account for sign-in and purchased content.

A Meta account is the main account used to sign in to the Quest 3 and manage purchased content.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Meta accounts FAQFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    A Meta account lets you log into your VR devices and view and manage your purchased content in one place.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Supports

Use Horizon OS casting to share the headset view in real time.

You need a compatible receiving device and network.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: SharingFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Casting — Stream the device’s view to a phone, tablet, TV, or browser in real time

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Meta Horizon+ works as an optional subscription.

Meta Horizon+ includes an eligible rotating app catalog, deals and bonus content. You only need the subscription for those Horizon+ benefits.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Meta Horizon+From the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Meta Horizon+ is a subscription service for Horizon OS that gives users access to a curated mix of apps, exclusive deals and bonus content, updated every month.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Use the facial-interface depth adjustment to make room for glasses.

Adjust the Quest 3 facial-interface depth as needed to create more clearance for glasses or prescription lens inserts.

See details and sources (1)
  • Zenni Optical: Meta Quest VR LensesFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Meta Quest 3 inserts are only compatible with the Meta Quest 3.
    If you need more room for the lens inserts, you can use the depth adjustment buttons on Meta Quest 3 or install the glasses spacer accessory on Meta Quest 2 or Meta Quest 3S.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

How it works

Use Quest 3-specific snap-in prescription lens inserts.

Zenni lists its single-vision Quest 3 prescription inserts at $49.99. Prescription range and coating options vary.

See details and sources (2)
  • Zenni Optical: VR Prescription Lenses for Meta Quest 3 #VR7000301From the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Prescription$49.99 Includes single vision lenses, anti-scratch and anti-reflective coatings, carrying case and cloth.
  • Zenni Optical: Meta Quest VR LensesFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Meta Quest 3 inserts are only compatible with the Meta Quest 3.
    If you need more room for the lens inserts, you can use the depth adjustment buttons on Meta Quest 3 or install the glasses spacer accessory on Meta Quest 2 or Meta Quest 3S.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Use developer mode and Android developer tools to install a compatible APK.

  1. Register as a Meta developer and verify the Meta account. You must be 18 or older.
  2. Turn on developer mode for the Quest 3.
  3. Install the compatible APK with a USB-C data cable and Android developer tools such as ADB.
  4. Open the installed app from Unknown Sources.

You need a registered Meta developer account, a verified Meta account, age 18 or older, developer mode and a USB-C data cable or developer tools. Sideloaded apps appear under Unknown Sources, not the main app grid, and Android phone apps are not guaranteed to work.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: Test your app on your deviceFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    The Meta Horizon app, on iOS or Android
    Developer mode lets your device run apps that did not come from the Meta Horizon Store.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Live captions, mono audio, audio balance, voice controls and controller remapping.

  • live captions
  • mono audio
  • audio balance
  • voice controls
  • controller remapping

These are Horizon OS system accessibility features. Individual apps can have different levels of accessibility support. You need current Horizon OS.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: AccessibilityFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Meta Horizon OS lets users enable live captions, combine audio into a single channel, adjust audio balance, and control how closed captions appear.
    Meta Horizon OS lets users enable voice controls, remap controller actions, and switch interactions for thumbsticks and menu buttons.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

The Quest 3 supports 25 device languages.

Choose a supported language under Settings > Device > Language. Individual apps can support fewer languages.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

4.0 / 5
Great

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3 expert reviews

  1. The Verge
    David PierceOct 9, 2023
    3.5 / 5
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  2. WIRED
    Matt KamenOct 9, 2023
    4 / 5
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  3. SlashGear
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May 19, 2023 · First sign of it
Meta’s own Quest Store starts listing Quest 3 support
UploadVR found that the in-headset Meta Quest Store had begun listing Quest 3 as a supported device across apps before Meta formally unveiled it. The platform metadata gave the unreleased product a concrete name and a first-party footprint.
Jun 1, 2023 · Announced
Meta formally announces Quest 3 for the fall
Meta announced Quest 3 as its next-generation mixed-reality headset, starting at $499.99 for 128GB. It also confirmed a slimmer optical profile, higher resolution and a next-generation Snapdragon platform ahead of a fuller Connect reveal.
Sep 27, 2023 · Price
Meta opens Quest 3 pre-orders and fixes launch pricing
Meta opened pre-orders and detailed the retail lineup: $499.99 for 128GB and $649.99 for 512GB. The launch package also confirmed the XR2 Gen 2 platform, color passthrough and a substantially slimmer headset.
Oct 10, 2023 · Went on sale
Quest 3 reaches customers
Quest 3 went on sale on October 10 after the September pre-order period. The shipment completed the transition from Meta’s June reveal to a commercially available headset.
Sep 25, 2024 · Price
Meta drops the 128GB model and cuts 512GB to $500
Meta simplified the Quest 3 lineup as Quest 3S arrived, discontinuing the 128GB model and reducing the 512GB model from $649.99 to $499.99. That made the larger-storage Quest 3 the sole continuing configuration.
Apr 16, 2026 · Price
Meta raises Quest 3 to $599.99
Meta said Quest 3 pricing in the United States would rise by $100, taking the headset to $599.99. The increase was reported alongside broader Quest price changes tied to higher memory costs.

At a glance

Meta Quest 3THIS PRODUCTMeta Quest 3Meta VR GlassesCOMPARE WITHMeta VR Glasses
Display
Dual LCD pancake 2064×2208/eyeReported: MIXED News · Jul 11, 2026
5K micro-OLED, 37 pixels per degreeConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026
Battery
~2 hrs
Up to 3 hrs media playback (puck)Confirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026
Works with
iOS & Android
Full Meta Quest catalog with Touch Plus controllersConfirmed: Meta · Sep 24, 2026Mac or Windows PC over Wi-Fi or USB-C; Xbox Cloud Gaming with a Bluetooth gamepad
Weight
~515gConfirmed: Meta · Jul 11, 2026
About 100g (glassesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026compute puck separate)
Price
$599 (regularly $599.99)
From $1299.99
Controls
NoConfirmed: VRcompare · Jul 11, 2026
YesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026
Passthrough
Full-colorConfirmed: Wikipedia · Jul 11, 2026
Full-color passthroughConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026
More specs
Processor
Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2Confirmed: Meta · Jul 11, 2026
Snapdragon Reality EliteConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026
Software
Meta Horizon OSConfirmed: Meta · Jul 11, 2026
Unknown
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6EConfirmed: Android Central · Jul 11, 2026Bluetooth 5.2 · USB-C
Optical tether to a compute puckConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026
AI
Meta AIConfirmed: Meta · Jul 11, 2026
Meta AI agent built into the OSConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026
Battery device
~2–3 hrsConfirmed: Best Buy · Jul 11, 2026
Up to 3 hrs (puck battery)Confirmed: Meta Newsroom · Sep 24, 2026

Buying decision

Meta Quest 3
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What would make this a buy?

A drop to around $514 or less would automatically make this a Buy, as long as a replacement is not close.

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Returns and warranty

Returns

30-day returns· the clock starts the day it arrives

  • Free return shipping

    For a Meta Store return, Meta emails a prepaid return shipping label within 1 to 3 days.

  • A restocking fee may apply

    Only if the item comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable. No amount stated.

  • Send it back like new
    Return it complete, in the original packaging, with proof of purchase.
    If it comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable, Meta may charge a restocking fee or cut the refund.
  • How you get your money back

    To your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days after Meta receives an online return (Meta Lab terms).

Warranty

1-year warranty· starts the day it arrives

Covered

  • Defects in materials and workmanship
    Meta-manufactured products in the original packaging, bought from Meta or an authorized seller, that have a defect in materials or workmanship which stops them working substantially as documented under normal use.
    Coverage lasts one year from purchase or delivery, whichever is later.
  • Battery covered only for defects

    Batteries are consumable parts and are covered only if failure comes from a materials or workmanship defect.

Not covered

  • Water damage

    Damage from exposure to liquids, food, sunscreen, perfumes or other contaminants is not covered.

  • Accidents and misuse

    Damage from misuse or accident, including physical impact, is not covered.

  • Normal wear and aging

    Normal wear and tear such as discoloration and stretching is not covered.

  • Scratches and dents

    Cosmetic damage such as scratches and dents is not covered unless Meta caused it.

  • Prescription changes

    Issues from changes to your eyeglass prescription, your eyesight, or wrong prescription details given when ordering are not covered.

  • Add Meta Warranty Plus
    Meta Warranty Plus for Meta Quest is priced by storage: $29.99 (128GB), $39.99 (256GB), $49.99 (512GB).
    It can be bought with the headset or within 60 days after.
  • How it gets fixed

    Meta chooses to repair or replace the product and return it at Meta's cost, or gives a full or partial refund if repair or replacement is impossible or not appropriate.

Good to know

  • Good to know

    Games and apps bought for the headset follow Meta's separate content refund policy, not the 30-day hardware return.

  • Personalized items and gift cards

    Items personalized or modified to your instructions, gift cards and eVouchers cannot be returned.

  • Bundles

    Return only part of a bundle and the bundle discount is taken off the refund.

  • Meta Lab stores (in person)

    Store purchases: 30 days from the date of purchase. Online purchases cannot be returned in a store; return them by mail or through support.

  • Trade-in

    A trade-in is not a return and the traded device cannot be given back.

What's in the box

What comes in the box with the Meta Quest 3?

Here is what you get when you open it.

We could only confirm part of what ships.

Touch Plus controllers

From Meta. Checked Sep 22, 2026.

When to buy

It has sold for much less, so wait for the next sale.

Lowest in 30 days$499Sep 23
Highest in 30 days$599.99Sep 16
Stores we check2Walmart is cheapest
On sale sinceOct 1, 2023
Next modelMeta Quest 4reported for 2027-2028
Lowest known$485Oct 16, 2025, from older published history
Price checks53 over 30 days

All headset prices

How we read this
  • We read store prices every day and keep every read. The price shown is the newest read from the retailer named.
  • A read older than 36 hours is never shown as the current price. It reads "last seen" and carries no buy link.
  • “30-day low” is the lowest of our own reads for this product in the last 30 days, not a retailer’s claim. We print the number of reads beside it, and we say nothing about a low until a product has a week of reads.
  • “Lowest known”, where it appears, is older price history from published reports and imports. It is shown only when it is lower than the 30-day low, and it is not counted as reads.
  • The verdict is worked out from the price, the history and whether a newer model is coming. It never depends on who pays us.

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What changed

Refresh rate at launchDisplay
90 Hz supported/rolling out
up to 120 Hz in current Quest 3 comparison
+30 Hz
RamMemory
6 GB
8 GB
+2 GB
Speaker audioAudio
integrated spatial audio generation
enhanced clarity/bass; 40% louder audio range
Improved
Showing the 3 biggest of 13 tracked differences.3 other specs are unchanged.

Discount history

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3 discounts in the last twelve months. The deepest took Meta Quest 3 to $485, 3% off the $499.99 list price, in Oct 2025.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about Meta Quest 3

Using it

Can I control it with my hands and eyes?
It follows your hands but not your eyes. Gestures in front of the cameras; no eye tracking.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 515g.
Does it work with my phone?
Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone.
How much storage does it have?
It comes with 512GB of storage.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth 5.2 and Wi-Fi 6E.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2.
Which AI assistant does it use?
It uses Meta AI.
What software does it run?
It runs Meta Horizon OS.
How wide is the field of view?
It covers 110 degrees, horizontal. That is how much of your view the image fills.
What kind of screen is it?
It is an LCD screen. The panel is backlit rather than lit by the pixels themselves.
Can I see the room around me?
Yes, you see the room in colour. Cameras show you the room, so you can stay in it while wearing this.

Sizing and fit

What sizes does it come in?
Storage: 128GB / 512GB.

Battery and charging

Does it charge over USB-C?
Yes, it charges over USB-C.

Price and models

When did the Meta Quest 3 come out?
It went on sale October 10, 2023. Announced June 1, 2023.
Is there a newer one?
No. The Meta Quest 3 is the current model.
How much does the Meta Quest 3 cost?
List price: $599.99 (512GB). Other models: up to Discontinued 128GB SKU; current Quest 3 512GB MSRP is $599.99. Current price we last read at Walmart: $599, October 10, 2026.

Returns and warranty

How long do I have to return it?
30-day returns The clock starts the day it arrives.
Is there a restocking fee?
A restocking fee may apply Only if the item comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable. No amount stated.
Who pays return shipping?
Free return shipping For a Meta Store return, Meta emails a prepaid return shipping label within 1 to 3 days.
Can I return it if I opened or wore it?
Send it back like new Return it complete, in the original packaging, with proof of purchase. If it comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable, Meta may charge a restocking fee or cut the refund.
How do I get my money back?
How you get your money back To your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days after Meta receives an online return (Meta Lab terms).
How long is the warranty?
1-year warranty Starts the day it arrives.
Is there a paid protection plan?
Add Meta Warranty Plus Meta Warranty Plus for Meta Quest is priced by storage: $29.99 (128GB), $39.99 (256GB), $49.99 (512GB). It can be bought with the headset or within 60 days after.
Is water damage covered?
Water damage not covered Damage from exposure to liquids, food, sunscreen, perfumes or other contaminants is not covered.
Is the battery covered?
Battery covered only for defects Batteries are consumable parts and are covered only if failure comes from a materials or workmanship defect.

In the box

What's in the box?
Touch Plus controllers.

Works with

Does the Meta Quest 3 work with iPhone?
Works with iPhone on iOS 15.1 or later. Works
Can you connect the Meta Quest 3 to a Mac?
Meta Horizon Link scene streaming needs Windows, not Mac. Doesn't work
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Android phones?
Works with a compatible Android device and the Meta Horizon app. Works
How does the Meta Quest 3 handle sign-in and purchases?
Use a Meta account for sign-in and purchased content. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Meta Horizon Store apps?
The Meta Horizon Store is the standard Quest app store. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 support Meta Horizon+?
Meta Horizon+ works as an optional subscription. Works
Does the Quest 3 work with the Meta Quest 3 Charging Dock?
The dock charges the headset and two Touch Plus controllers together. Works
How does the Meta Quest 3 connect wirelessly to a Windows PC?
Use Meta Quest Air Link over Wi-Fi. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Netflix?
Netflix works through the Meta Quest Browser. With a limit
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with YouTube VR?
Works through the native YouTube VR app. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Disney+?
Works through the current Disney+ app in the Meta Quest Store. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Amazon Prime Video?
Works through the current Prime Video app in the Meta Quest Store. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 support wearing glasses?
Use the facial-interface depth adjustment to make room for glasses. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 support multiple users?
It supports primary and secondary Meta accounts. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 support parent-managed accounts for kids?
Meta allows accounts from age 10, with age-based rules and controls. With a limit
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Virtual Desktop on Windows?
Virtual Desktop works on Windows 10 or 11. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with a Mac for desktop streaming?
Virtual Desktop works on macOS Catalina or later. Works
Does the Quest 3 work with Meta Quest Touch Plus controllers?
Touch Plus controllers come with the Quest 3. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with an Xbox Wireless Controller?
It works for Xbox Cloud Gaming on Quest. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with a PlayStation DualSense controller?
DualSense works for Xbox Cloud Gaming on Quest. With a limit
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with a Bluetooth keyboard?
Horizon OS supports physical Bluetooth keyboards. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with a Bluetooth mouse?
Horizon OS supports physical Bluetooth mice. Works
How does the Quest 3 install apps outside the Meta Horizon Store?
Use developer mode and Android developer tools to install a compatible APK. With a limit
Does the Meta Quest 3 support older Quest apps?
Older apps generally work through Meta compatibility mode. Works
What accessibility features does the Meta Quest 3 support?
Live captions, mono audio, audio balance, voice controls and controller remapping. Works
What languages does the Meta Quest 3 support?
The Quest 3 supports 25 device languages. Works
Does the Quest 3 work with the Elite Strap with Battery?
Meta says it adds about two hours of headset use. Works
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Supernatural?
The current listing is Supernatural - Legacy Edition, and it needs a subscription. With a limit
Does the Meta Quest 3 work with Quest 2 prescription lens inserts?
Quest 3 needs Quest 3-specific inserts, not Quest 2 inserts. Doesn't work

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