Man, so you just got one of those Quest 3 or maybe it’s the Quest 3S. You know, they’ve got everything packed in the box so you can jump right into VR gaming. But let’s be real, after clocking in a few hours, you start noticing these little nags that bug you. Turns out, some neat little accessories out there can fix most of them—thank goodness!
So, talking headstraps—oh boy. The flimsy one they give you? After a few VR marathons, it’s crying out for a swap. Many folks agree the standard strap doesn’t cut it; it’s like this annoying ear-pinching deal. You could go with Meta’s own snazzy Elite straps, but seriously, $70 or $130? Nope, too steep for a lot of us.
Thankfully, brands like KIWI Design and BOBOVR throw a life raft with their affordable options. The KIWI K4 strap, for instance, avoids the ear war zone. There’s even a version with a swappable rear pad for extra grip—like, why can life be so good? And BOBOVR’s M3 Pro comes packing a battery and a design that shifts pressure to your forehead. Not gonna lie, the idea of seeing more of the real world while in VR? Kinda awesome.
Now, if this isn’t your first Quest rodeo, you might think the default facial interface is peachy. But it gets the sweaty face treatment a little too soon. Silicone covers come to the rescue here—easy to clean and swap in and out after workout sessions, like in Beat Saber or whatever makes you sweat bullets. KIWI’s options again for the Quest 3 and even Quest 3S feel like a reliable hug for your face.
Charging setups—let’s dive into this. The dock from Meta? Priced at $130. Really? There’s a cheaper friend called the Esclick Charging Dock selling for way less. You attach this magnetic adapter, and bing! Everything charges easily. A neat trick is using a magnetic USB-C cable for charging, which beats wearing out those ports.
Heading out with your Quest? You’re gonna need a case, no doubt. The official one by Meta isn’t bad, but $70, man. Or $50 for a smaller one that only fits the flappy strap. Sarlar’s hard case comes in at $20 and keeps things snug, unless you’ve gone all-in on after-market headstraps.
And cables—yeah, showing love for long USB-C cables. Meta’s own Link Cable? Good and light but splurgey at $80. The INIU alternative available is not only kinder to wallets but can also keep the headset charged while gaming, which isn’t always the case with other cables. Definitely makes long gaming sessions less worry and more game.
For the wireless type, enter the Wi-Fi 6 routers. You’re gonna need one if your setup at home predates 2014. Lag during wireless VR? Yeah, no thanks. The Asus RT-AXE7800 is top pick, but TP-Link throws in a budget-friendly option too. Just don’t forget to keep your PC hard-wired directly to the router for the best gaming feels.
Did I miss any golden accessories here? Probably. What do you consider a must-have for your Quest 3 or 3S adventures? Hit up the comments and fill me in!
