If you're looking to level up your gaming experience, moving from 2D into the 3D virtual world is a great way to do so. CNET's experts have given the Meta Quest 3 the title of the best VR headset around, but that quality doesn't come cheap. That's why it's vital to make sure that you're getting a deal when you pick up a headset that's very much a frontrunner, according to Scott Stein, CNET's VR expert.
Unlike the Meta Quest 2, the Quest 3 embraces virtual and mixed-reality experiences in a way that's similar to the Apple Vision Pro and its Quest Pro predecessor, though it costs a lot less than those sets, which makes it even more appealing. Other improvements over its predecessor include a new Qualcomm Snapdragon XR2 Gen 2 processor, upgraded graphics, a higher‑resolution display and redesigned controllers.
The Meta Quest 3 is continually being updated, too. At Meta Connect 2025, the tech giant debuted new software tools for the Quest, such as the capability to scan a room and view it in 3D. This came alongside plenty of new augmented reality glasses, further expanding Meta’s ecosystem.
With years of experience helping readers score big savings on tech, Adam Oram and CNET’s dedicated deals team have scoured the web to bring you the best Quest 3 bargains. We’ll keep updating this page with the latest offers, so check back often.
Best Meta Quest 3 deals
Costco has the best bundled freebie right now, offering 12 months of Horizon Plus instead of the three months you'd nab elsewhere. That's a $60 value.
Pick up the Meta Quest 3 headset at Amazon, and you'll get a free three-month trial of Meta Horizon Plus, worth $24. You also get a one-month free subscription to Xbox Game Pass when you buy through Amazon.
Grab yourself the Meta Quest 3 from Best Buy, and you'll also wind up with a three-month trial of Meta Horizon Plus, as well as a month of Xbox Game Pass Unlimited worth $30.
Target is offering the same free three-month trial to Meta Horizon Plus. The main benefit to buying at Target is for Target Circle™ Card* holders who can save 5%, which will take $25 off the cost.
What is the best Meta Quest 3 deal right now?
There aren’t any direct discounts on the Meta Quest 3 at the moment, though several retailers are offering free Meta Horizon Plus trials, which provide access to two free games per month until the subscription ends. The best of these deals is at Costco, which is bundling in a 12-month subscription rather than the three free months offered elsewhere.
How we choose Meta Quest 3 deals at CNET
Direct discounts on the Meta Quest 3 are rare, but we’ve rounded up other ways to save. These often include bundle deals with free games or services, as well as retailer‑specific promotions like exclusive savings when you pay with a store credit card. Our team monitors these offers closely to ensure you’re getting the best value available.
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*All information about the Target Circle Card has been collected independently by CNET and has not been reviewed by the issuer.
