See the best VR headsets available now and find out which is right for you

The VR industry is growing steadily, and while your system choices were limited just a few years ago, there are now many options available. A quick search for VR headsets brings up quite a few options, and it's easy to get lost wading through the different hardware and ecosystems. Whether you're looking for a PC-based experience, a standalone experience, or a budget system that still delivers stellar VR, we've put together a collection of the best VR hardware, as well as some guidance on choosing the system that will deliver you the most joy.

Best PC-Based VR: Valve Index





We're starting with the best of the best in terms of hardware and overall experience. If you have the budget and don't mind being tethered to a powerful PC (expensive in its own right), buy Valve's Index. That's all there is to the short story, and any VR enthusiasts should get the most out of this head-mounted display (HMD) and motion controllers. Recommended PC specs include at least a dual-core processor (C...