Meta Quest 3S vs Quest 2 vs Quest 3 Review | What Should You Buy?

[@nathie]

Here's my review of the new Meta Quest 3S. Are you interested in this headset?

[@Novgord98]

I am sorry, but how does it fare compared to the quest 3? EDIT: so is this one of those rethorical questions meant just to drive up engagement?

[@benhefner512]

Mega VR best

[@Chandrasekarsithesh-t1x]

i am a beginner so i go for this vr and after that i will upgrade it when the next gen quest release

[@slodkiwojtus]

honestly i think quest 3 is worth saving money for a few more weeks/months than just buying a 3s, however its still much better than q2😊

[@Chandrasekarsithesh-t1x]

@@slodkiwojtus dude only another year untill that we can use this. After, the next generation of quest will reveal officially.but i agree your point

[@ZerlotiniLucas]

I bought meta quest 3s this week. It will be my first VR headset, I'm excited. If I had known about your link before I would have used it. Your channel is very good, please make more videos about productivity. Including on meta quest (not only on vision pro.)

[@nathie]

Appreciate the support! I'll note down the productivity content. You are definitely right that it's not being covered much. That said, what are you planning to do with your Q3S?

[@ZerlotiniLucas]

@@nathie I work with 3D, so I want to try building some projects using it. I saw that there are some apps for that. I did a long research. In addition, I want to use it a lot for web browsing, I sold a 2018 MacBook that I used to answer some emails and do UI/UX projects in figma, to buy the meta quest 3s. The Quest 3s is 120% faster than my old 2018 MacBook. In other words, now whenever I go to work on the street, in shop cafes, I'll use meta quest. I would even love to see some of your content using vr outside. But please be careful with the cars 😅

[@BackSpace101]

@@ZerlotiniLucas If you do actually use the meta quest 3s on streets be careful of sun light, dont wanna destroy the sensors

[@ZerlotiniLucas]

@@BackSpace101 Really? For Q3 as well? Or only 3s?

[@vzovr]

@@ZerlotiniLucasall headsets

[@UncleJessy]

Extremely excited to see how well this does. Now come on Oct 24th so I can play batman!

[@nathie]

The one and only game we really need to play right now

[@gneuis]

YO SAME

[@PaddyMcMe]

$299 for the Quest 3S is a great price, incredible value and excellent for people new to VR. Standardising the XR2 Gen2 Chipset and the Controllers is so smart, Game & App devs know exactly what they're working with now for the next 5 years. My hope though is that a year from now Meta comes out and offers the Quest 3S for $199. $199 is 'JUST' within the 'Special but Affordable' Christmas or Birthday present from Family. That price would MASSIVELY increase the number of VR users. It would start the next evolution of VR.

[@g1llifer]

That would be nice but Meta would never sell a 3S for 200$.

[@PaddyMcMe]

@@g1llifer Well it MIGHT be possible, I mean the Quest 3 RRP was dropped $150 recently with an quadruple increases in Storage space to go along with it. And they've already admitted they were losing money on the headset at that full RRP with only 128GB of Storage. AND during the Black Friday sales big retailers like Target/Amazon someone else were offering $75 Gift Cards (Target/Amazon Gift Cards not Meta ones) so in a way the 'effective' price of those Quest 3S to Amazon/Target were $225 (I know it's a bit more complicated than that but you get my point). Nintendo used to sell the 3DS at $249 and they sold like 75 million of those and most parents would have no interest in using them where as Quest has Beat Saber/Exercise/Dance games plus KZbin/Netflix/All the other Streaming Services and now it has Windows 11 Integration as standard plus works as a PCVR device so it has appeal to everybody in the family not just the kids or the parents. Maybe $249 is a more realistic price drop but $199 would be an amount that a LOT of people would look at and go 'Fuc& it that's how much 10" Tablet goes for these days.'

[@PROboszcz1122]

I'm getting the quest 3s, before I had the Psvr1, which is very old, so I think it's a very good upgrade

[@stevenmcpeake3387]

Buying Quest 3 on Friday after doing a ton of overtime. Worth it lol!

[@nathie]

Great pick! What are you planning to do with it?

[@ignaciocampos5625]

The ones you earn with hard work always feel best😅

[@stevenmcpeake3387]

@nathie have a good games library from quest 2 but havn't had it in a long time. Mostly gaming and I'll be trying out the Xbox app.

[@7kortos7]

why didn't you wait till Black Friday?

[@TBMRoboticVR]

the nice thing about upgrading from quest 2 to the 3s is that the downfalls people with the 2 are already used to so it will mainly look like a upgrade to quest 2 players!

[@dark_architect1644]

I'm going to wait to upgrade my quest 2. When they come out with a ridiculously light (not heavy headset), then I will invest in a new one.

[@nathie]

That might take a while but I dont expect it to be that long before we hear about Quest 4.

[@skamtube1404]

You just don't realize what you're a missing

[@SeriousSeb]

I am honestly just going to get the Quest 3s when I can as everyday I have been having the urge to play Vr recently.

[@nathie]

Urge to be a monke?

[@WooStudios997]

Great video; answers a lot of questions. Thanks for all you do for the community Nathie.

[@nathie]

Glad to hear that. Are you interested in this headset in any way?

[@WooStudios997]

@@nathie we are devs so we are always getting asked about this stuff. We usually just refer them to you. We use the Quest 3 for our work and coming from the 2 it’s such a huge difference. We are very excited that so many more people will be able to get into Vr. Every new wave makes new evangelist and with people like yourself leading the way, it makes life a lot easier for the new people to get involved.

[@Axe__l95]

Thanks for your review. Definitely ordered BoboVR Strap for my Meta Quest 2. I’ve had it for 3 years, thanks to your review i realized I just need a more comfortable strap to keep throwing hands in Thrill Of A Fight 2 comfortably

[@nathie]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@Boidan69]

Mine is out for delivery I’m so excited 😆

[@nathie]

What’s the first game you gonna play?

[@KianFloppa]

this deserves more views

[@nathie]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@VRitasium]

Absolutelty love the wireless capabilities

[@nathie]

Me too!

[@TribegreywolfVR]

You absolutely killed it in the video!! WOWIE!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@nathie]

🧯

[@eyyyden25cheese]

Question! Should i get Arizona Sunshine 2 Or Assassins creed nexus? Both i love because of their gameplay and the parkour and shooting but what is the best out of them two? 😅

[@ladreamin5008]

I actually love the new design with the 3 cameras on each side it looks pretty sick, also what game are you playing at 4:50

[@nathie]

that’s Gundam VR!

[@ladreamin5008]

​@@nathie thank you for that info I will have to check it out! I'm into Robotech wish they would make one, thanks !

[@g1llifer]

I upgraded from the Quest 2 to the 3S two weeks ago and have been trying it out on both native and PCVR games. I really like the new Quest 3 controllers and the passthrough button but besides that its honestly not a big enough upgrade for me to recommend Quest 2 owners to make the jump. Also my Quest 2 elite headstrap doesn't fit the 3S so I'm forced to buy another strap/battery pack which is really annoying. The only reason I bought it was to be able to play the new Arkham which is a ton of fun but I'm also curious how many new titles will be Quest 3/3S only or if this was a good marketing tactic.

[@Wennyyy_Le]

@Nathie U think its smart to buy a quest 3 or 3s when you have a quest 2? And when do you think the meta quest 4 will come?

[@markevinlagsac3252]

3

[@aki_nter]

I say quest 3 for the best experience, but if you have a quest 2 already hold onto it for now since its still great and being supported, but if you want the better processor and tracking quest 3s is a good pick

[@ilcarlino752]

Late 2025 to 2026, so buy the 3s if ur planning to buy the quest 4

[@JustEggroll]

What should I get? Me and my brother share a quest 2, and we want to play together, so I’m thinking of getting one for myself, should I get the quest 3 or 3s. If I get the quest 3 I’ll have to save a lot of it. But I can buy the quest 3s soon.

[@adiil2014]

The Quest 3 is much better

[@RichardServello]

Quest 3 is $499...so $200 more expensive. BUT it has 3x the storage, higher resolution screen and better optics. Considering the 256GB 3s is $399 it kinda makes sense to just get the 3 now.

[@kirby21-xz4rx]

More money

[@kings-iy8vn]

Battery for us night time vrc loungers doesn't hold well the normal 3

[@PINKISHYT]

I do have a meta 3but the lens is broken might get a 3s W What do you think

[@NikoQerry]

I absolutely love that Elizabeth picture on your wall.

[@douggotley7169]

I have a quest 2 and my biggest complaint is how the lenses fog up when I’m sweating. I play a lot of thrill of the fight (boxing game) and I always end up sweaty and can’t see anything

[@Abdulfawad.123]

7:05 what was that short💀

[@FNFred]

Yes a new quest member, I have quests 1, 2, pro, and 3 for my family

[@nathie]

Woah!

[@JustEggroll]

Order me one 😿

[@aremdvnasophia]

Wow, I like that flip up headset thing. Do they make one for Quest 2?

[@SanityOriginal]

So can i connect headphones to the 3s or not? Since i intend to use my usb c headphones, hope that i can

[@nathie]

You can by using a usb c cable or a usb c dongle

[@mikeirvingpinedavillegas7676]

Can I Play Lone Echo 2 in Metactritic Quest 3S?

[@kimk.7991]

If so, I'll buy the Quest3S, as I can continue to use my corrective lenses from the Quest2 and it's cheaper, as I think a Quest4 could come out next year, as we know from Meta. And for PC VR, I want to continue using my Pico4 and PSVR2.

[@aki_nter]

I doubt it be next year

[@flarestx3239]

Hello, may I know what is that gundam game named?

[@JasonGage]

My biggest question is will my VR lenses from my quest 2 fit on the 3S?

[@nathie]

No they will not

[@axelwheel8414]

yes corrective lenses will on the 3s but not on the quest 3

[@maggiesworld26]

I am getting a Vr for Christmas and I am so excited

[@SalahadinBrawlstars]

iam getting 1 soon i cant wait to play sum games love ur vids btw

[@KMReviews]

I still have the Quest 1! I know once I get a 3 the 4 is gonna come out!

[@thatdude9978]

I preordered, and I am hoping that it comes on release day (tomorrow)! Super excited to try VR officially as this is my first headset.

[@nathie]

Wow what a time to be alive! Enjoy!

[@thatdude9978]

@@nathie Any setting changes or any videos of yours I can watch that I need to be aware of when setting it up? Thanks Nathie!!!

[@Tommysmess]

Ive been wanting to upgrade from the 2 to the 3 but the 3s is a decent price. The only thing is the lenses i do not really like how the 2 lenses only have a small sweet spot as others call it. Does the 3 have a larger fov and sweet spot? That would be my only reason for not just getting the 3s, me and my girlfriend are not fans of how the 2 starts to hurt your eyes after a while

[@nathie]

Yes 3 has a bigger sweetspot because of its pancake lenses

[@Tommysmess]

@nathie thanks this helps me alot I'll be more out to get the 3 then

[@focus_gaming1438]

The Big Daddy statue in the back is dope af.

[@Mushroom-]

I ordered my quest 3 a few days and ready to try out the new features that it has to offer and i cant wait to play the new batman game Also always good to see a new nathie video😀👍

[@nathie]

Hyperino! Batman is going to be a blast

[@MagnaShadoww]

I'm coming from a PSVR1! Should I wait and get the Quest 3 or just shoot for the 3S now?

[@aki_nter]

I say first look at your budget, I say quest 3s is a really good headset for its price and the features it packs, but if you want the better graphics get quest 3

[@MagnaShadoww]

@ Settled for the 3 in the end! Totally worth it ♥️ The headstrap sucks so much tho I ended up buying a bobovr headstrap

[@rahhhh-z7i]

thanks for this video im getting the quest 3 tomorrow yay

[@bencon1967]

Bought my Quest 3 on oct. 12th and receiving it on the 17th. REALLY excited to try out the new Batman game and watch a movie in a cinema! Thanks to your videos, I never knew before that the quest 3 was comparable to Apple Vision Pro at a lower scale of course. Just don’t have the money to buy a Vision Pro.

[@nathie]

Vision and Quest definitely share a universe together. You can watch my full comparison here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pX-4eImjnJ18nq8

[@waleedsharif618]

If it does not have depth sensor then how does it compare to Quest 3 with depth sensor ?

[@nathie]

Meta says that without the depth sensor it just uses software to calculate objects.

[@_B4rnaa_]

i only have wifi 5 router, but i use ethernet, so basically nothing disturbes the wifi, so am i good with using that for airlink?

[@nathie]

Should be fine!

[@RexiLizards]

1:51 but my quest 2 pt is good that i can see my phone

[@IRLGaming510]

If I’m on a budget and am on quest 2 and all I want to do if game should I get the 3s

[@nathie]

Pretty much, yes! I would recommend tuning in to my final verdict

[@xtreme_vr]

If the games you play aren't intensive and run well on your q2, then stick with it as there's no need for an upgrade

[@AverageUsernameRoblox]

Are the lenses a big difference from the meta quest 3

[@nathie]

They are but the 3S's are equally immersive.

[@AverageUsernameRoblox]

@@nathie ok thanks

[@Learndrxp]

best vr youtuber

[@RealityCheckVR]

You just sold me on VR Nathie! 🔥😋 (THAT SNAKE BITE! 🐍)

[@OilersHD97]

Quest 3S is perfect for new VR users. Quest 3 is what i would recommend for someone upgrading from Quest 2

[@andrecheats]

The quest 3 is almost double the price. I'm not sure if the slight improvements with the lenses is worth it. I have a quest 2 and might just pick up a 3S. Mainly just getting it for Batman, Alien and a few other games

[@davidm8966]

@@andrecheats trust me. the lenses ARE worth the price jump. who ever says else, is just objectively wrong. HAH PUN :O

[@OilersHD97]

@@andrecheats I had a Quest 2, bought both the 3 and 3s to try them, and ended up returning the 3s as the lenses and comfort of the 3 were such a big improvement coming from the 2. Less so with the 3s as it's a similar depth and same lenses/resolution.

[@korkki9718]

So can you not use headphones on Guest 3 because of no headphone jack and bluethooth not working?

[@nathie]

You can use a usb c dongle/converter for both wired and wireless

[@aki_nter]

Your best bet is wireless headphones you get get a good pair for cheap but the audio is quite good on the headset itself and has a built in microphone

[@vishousgamer]

I just bought a Quest 2 not too long ago, so I'm probably just going to wait until the Quest 4 comes out

[@piotrduraj7967]

Bedankt Nathie ;) Ik heb het gevoel dat ik mijn Quest2 moet vervangen door de nieuwe Quest 3S!

[@nathie]

Veel plezier ermee! Vergeet niet de link in de beschrijving te checken voor 30 euro gratis shoptegoed voor VR games.

[@GeneralDMadness]

Is there a reason to get it over quest 2? If it had better lenses I would get it, but from my impression it's not worth the additional price

[@andrecheats]

The only reason I'm considering the 3S is because of some game releases exclusives. Batman, Alien and a few others, the quest 2 isn't getting them

[@aki_nter]

My best bet is, if your enjoying your quest 2 and don't need the newer games yet then hold on upgrading, but the 3s has a better processor and tracking but choose what's best for you

[@SN0BALL_]

WAIT WAIT WAIT since when did the 3s come out

[@TheMacksterz]

yeah quest 3s about 2x more expensive then what i paid for my quest 2 (£130 for a next to new headset and controllers which the worst "damage" was a scuff mark)

[@siso527]

In my country the quest 3s 128gb costs 400 bucks and the quest 3 128gb cost 560 bucks. I already have a quest 2. Im just planing on playing games. Should i get the quest 3 or 3s

[@aki_nter]

Depends on your use-case

[@fullest7896]

I just got back into vr and I didn't realize just how obsolete my og quest is. I've watched a few vids to get some ideas on what vr I should upgrade to and they only talk about if you should upgrade from the quest 2 but I'm still on quest 1 lol

[@nathie]

I’m sure someone will do the comparison but most have moved on from Quest 1 a long time ago.

[@abramodeletegamer3837]

I have a quest 2 with a meta account of course, but if I buy a quest 3 and link the same meta account I have on the quest 2 , can I get with your link $30 store credit or does it only work with new meta accounts?

[@aki_nter]

I believe it should work

[@aliyaankhan1186]

New to Vr and Mr! I can't believe you choose this, And your right! Quest 3S is the perfect Headset to get (Unless you travel to a circus haha)!

[@nathie]

Welcome aboard!

[@TogaPizza]

😂

[@GyattsigmapookiebearPookie]

I am getting a meta quest 3s and I played on my friends quest 2, I’m gonna compare them

[@GeezerJx]

im getting the 3s, the 3 is just not in my price range considering i want a good strap + games, for the price of the 3, i can get the 3s, a strap and a few games..., idc about the storage, or the lenses, i had no vr headset before so that will still be great

[@FlopTheFloppa]

I bought quest 3 at 128 GB is it enough?

[@nathie]

Yes

[@FlopTheFloppa]

@@nathie oh thank you for answer

[@Krolmax00]

I dont know if i should upgrade bc i have the quest 2 since 1 month and im gonna test out pcvr on my gaming laptop

[@nathie]

You don't have to upgrade. Quest 2 is still a great headset.

[@TjTagVR]

I have a Quest 2 that I bought for myself. Is it worth it for me to sell it and get one of these?

[@aki_nter]

It is, but the Quest 2 is still an amazing choice and still is being supported

[@nikolaib9830]

Im getting a 3S thanks for helping me

[@Kor3Gaming_Ghost]

quest 2 here am deff gonna be upgrading to the 3s thats a good pricing point. i dont really care about resoultion as along i can play something or watch somethin am good to go

[@nathie]

That's exactly what the Quest 3S is for. It just does what it needs to do!

[@Mr_Oasisss]

Just dropped my savings on the quest two about two months before I found out this existed

[@levyh.t.g8164]

damn your fridge is loaded lmao, youll survive a zombie apocalypse

[@nathie]

I'll give you my address once the virus spreads

[@levyh.t.g8164]

​@@nathiehahaha sure man its only a 2 hour drive for me to friesland, since im also from the netherlands ❤. See you then😂

[@rocketman3508]

Whenever I get one, I’m still gonna use headphones like on my quest 2

[@Mintyboi64]

Bro u make me sooo exited to get the new vr I can’t waitttt u have said everything I want to be upgraded

[@nathie]

Have fun!

[@Aquacav]

It’s just $700 dollars in Canada so i don’t think so

[@Nessal83]

Hand tracking on quest 2 is horrible. Is it much better on quest 3?

[@aki_nter]

Its highly better

[@davidcole2337]

First of Zero Reason to get Quest 2. The Real question is for $200 more how much more do you get. Better Resolution on the Quest 3 over 3S and Headset is smaller. That is basically it.. If you are Ok with Quest 2 Resolution with a Higher Refresh Rate the 3S is best option since Performance is on par with Quest 3 since Processor, Ram, Color Passthrough are exactly same.

[@S1MONSAYSVR]

Yes, Pulsar album is great, need to get that vinyl 😅

[@nathie]

Its eargasmic! What’s your favo band?

[@S1MONSAYSVR]

@nathie Tough choice, there's so many but big fan of ed banger records, especially Breakbot 😎

[@mistvr115]

hey nathie Im buying it this friday

[@nathie]

Cool! Looking at your profile pic I guess you are going to play Gorilla Tag first? 🐒

[@mistvr115]

@@nathie Yes you got It correct, I make Gorilla Tag content and plan to use it to better my KZbin channel. Right now I have the quest 2

[@mistvr115]

@@nathie I also want to say I've been watching your channel for years now and I hope you have a great day,

[@mistvr115]

@@nathie YESSS

[@mistvr115]

@@nathie You are my role model

[@brennanmain8906]

WHY DID THE PRICE JUMP TO 399 FOR THE 128GB CANADA :( so unfair :(

[@NPC-g6w]

It happened here too man I feel you 😢

[@brennanmain8906]

@@NPC-g6w you also in Canada?

[@NPC-g6w]

@@brennanmain8906 nope I’m in California

[@brennanmain8906]

@@NPC-g6w ah

[@nathie]

they did a big prank

[@Al3x_YT26]

Pc specs?

[@TPTButter]

i pre ordered it the day it got announced

[@ajvYT]

Did this with Q2 but now I need to save to upgrade 💔

[@Nathan-q6h]

Bro just casually has a big daddy in his house

[@aimeeslife5593]

got it pre ordered last week! came today but can’t play until Saturday as it’s my birthday , first VR headset as well I am very happy and excited from what I have seen so far!!

[@nathie]

Have fun!!!

[@LMcuzes]

I might get 3s this December prob on my birthday or christmad

[@ronm6585]

Thanks Nathie.

[@nathie]

Cheers!

[@speedruned]

Hey 👋 Thanks vor the video! I think that I will buy it and thanks for the extra 30$ ! Have a great day!

[@OrdBanjo]

Ima get one for the holiday

[@nathie]

What's the first thing you're going to play?

[@nikolaib9830]

The mic on meta quest 3 is soo bad💀💀😂

[@Calendyr]

I was realy interested until you mentioned you can't plug in headphones. I guess Meta decided to be "brave" and piss off the crowds. Well, gonna stay with Quest 2 then.

[@aki_nter]

Its to save space but they could of easily added it! But you can use a usb c dongle to headphone jack adaptor to get the headphones to work on the quest 3 and quest 3s

[@CobberPlate]

I’d say Quest 2 is alot more comfortable and has way better audio but everything else, the Quest 3S is alot better.

[@nathie]

Interesting conclusion

[@CwOw-l7z]

I have a quest 2 that I’m giving to my friend and buying a quest 3s

[@legowyn24]

It's important to note that the biggest reason there was no artifacts or stuttering with his experience is because he could afford an extremely expensive pc and link it up via ethernet

[@thomashales588]

He does very clearly state a VR ready pc on my quest 2 I had no problem with air link with a 1070ti.

[@RocketsExclusives]

This man is dutch right?

[@GuestPlayzGamez]

i already have the quest 3, but it's my dad's, but 499.99$ AUD Is pretty expensive

[@nathie]

oof

[@ajvYT]

I want one so bad but I need to save up and possibly sell my Q2 first

[@nathie]

You got this!

[@lawdfattiousgaming9148]

I was able to sell mine for $175 I got a 3s.

[@ajvYT]

I'm trying to sell it for a little higher with accessories and stuff

[@lucidluhx6088]

@@lawdfattiousgaming9148 where did u sell it?

[@kennethz6991]

Cheapest vr headset!! They sure are expensive 😭. I love mine

[@xpeachesxsimmer]

THANK YOU

[@Winged-Brothers]

so its just a better quest 2 for a bit more

[@MobileDecay]

The cool thing is that you can put a smiley face on the front. 🤔

[@nathie]

*mind blown*

[@extremedee7320]

The quest 2 mic sounds far better then 3 and 3s. The quest 3 sounds bad

[@TwiceFTW]

Upgrade isn’t even a question dude…

[@nathie]

Tell me more

[@TwiceFTW]

@@nathie its only a upgrade for quest 2!

[@Darkness_man1]

the mic is best on quest 2

[@nathie]

The mics haven't gotten much better

[@Darkness_man1]

@@nathie the quest 3 sounded laggy and the 3s sounds a lil worse than the quest 2 from what i heard in the vid