Oculus Quest 2

The original Quest felt almost too good to be true. Its successor lacks the same wow factor, but you can’t argue with a better display and processor – not to mention a lighter, more comfortable build – for less money. Are there more powerful headsets? Is motion sickness still an issue? Yes to both, but superb tracking and a total absence of wires make this the VR package to get… that is, unless you’re boycotting Facebook, because you have to be logged in to use it. Stuff says ★★★★★

Not a complete reinvention, but our favourite VR headset is now even better… and cheaper!

Valve Index £919 / stuff.tv/valveindex

While not revolutionary, the Index carries enough subtle upgrades to put it atop the Pc-based headset pack. Everything looks fabulous and the controllers deliver the most fluid-feeling VR interactions to date.

Stuff says ★★★★✩

The best of the performance-pc VR options

HTC Vive Pro £599 (headset only) / stuff.tv/htcvivepro

No longer the top dog for high-end VR using a PC, the Vive Pro remains a strong headset thanks to its crisp screens and comfy fit. But the Valve Index beats it for sheer immersiveness.

Stuff says ★★★★✩

Impressive, but not the best around in 2021

HTC Vive Cosmos ★★★✩✩ £699 / stuff.tv/cosmos

A simple setup with potential for upgrades, but tough to recommend at this price.

Playstation VR ★★★✩✩ from £260 / stuff.tv/psvr

Held back by niggling issues… let’s hope the rumoured second-gen PSVR will fix those.

from £299 / stuff.tv/quest2