I've been using a Kiwi headstrap without a battery pack and was tired of having to have a bulky powerbank in my pocket with a cable running up my shirt after an hour of gameplay so I took a shot on this headstrap.
Comfort:
The padding for the top of the head is plush and very comfortable and the rear grips the back of the head nicely. Not quite as nice as the Kiwi rear piece as the Kiwi has that plush pleather on the back as well as the top, but no issues with discomfort whatsoever.
Battery:
The headstrap came pre-charged to around 75% which was nice, but I topped it up to 100% before starting my session. I plugged it in from the start and began my session. After about an hour, I took off the headset and checked the battery - It had 3/4 lights on (75%). I'd wager you could play for about 4 hours with the headstrap battery and another hour with the headset's built-in battery. That's solid. I will say that as soon as you plug in the headstrap to your Quest, I immediately noticed what can only be described as a high-pitched, electronic "hum." It's a bit distracting, as the hum would increase and decrease in volume seemingly randomly, but after I started getting into my game with low/medium volume, I did not notice it at all. Something else to note is that, unlike other headstraps such as the Elite Strap, you can't plug into the headstrap and charge the headset and strap simultaneously. Instead, the port you charge your Quest through, is also the sole port you charge the strap through. So you have to make sure you are charging your headstrap as well as your Quest independently. A minor inconvenience, but it's worth pointing out if you're used to the Elite Strap.
Conclusion:
All-in-all, I'm impressed with the headstrap and the battery capacity, but the electronic noise could be improved and adding another USB-C port for simultaneous charging would be awesome. I had no issues with comfort and the balance of the headstrap was just right for me. Also, the ratcheting mechanism was reliable and not super loud (a plus for when you're trying not to wake up others in the house). I would definitely recommend this strap to others looking into getting a Quest 3. Much better value than the Elite Strap! Well done, Yarenka.
Head Strap with 10000mAh 18W Battery for Meta Oculus Quest 3, Battery Pack Extend 8H Playtime, Fast Charging VR Accessories,
3.9 | 16 ratings
Price: 59.99
Last update: 06-06-2024
About this item
✔ Enhanced VR Experience: Saqico battery strap is the perfect accessory for the Meta Quest 3. Designed and optimized based on the critically acclaimed elite strap battery from the previous generation, we've further refined the head strap with extended battery life and 18W fast charging to immerse you in the VR experience.
✔ Extended Gameplay: Saqico elite strap with battery features a high-capacity 10,000mAh battery. Rigorously tested, it significantly extends your average gameplay time on Quest 3 by approximately 4.5 hours, providing an impressive total playtime of up to 7 hours.
✔ Fast Charging: Saqico head strap with battery is crafted for compatibility with the original 18W charging power, requiring just around 2.5 hours to fully charge for your Meta Quest 3. Moreover, the head strap's battery itself can be charged in approximately 2.5 hours using an 18W power adapter.
✔ Adjustable for the Perfect Fit: Saqico head strap battery pack is designed with flexible connectors that allow for a smooth 90-degree rotation during gaming breaks. Retractable side straps of the battery strap ensure a perfect fit, offering comfort and support during intense VR gameplay. Additionally, it's compatible with the original charging dock for Meta Quest 3.
✔ Ergonomic Design: Designed with principles of ergonomics in mind, Saqico head strap with battery achieves a balanced weight distribution for the Meta Quest 3 and the battery pack. The thickened sponge top strap effectively disperses this weight, keeping with Meta Quest 3 comfortably positioned in front of the eyes, effectively reducing facial pressure.
✔ Extended Gameplay: Saqico elite strap with battery features a high-capacity 10,000mAh battery. Rigorously tested, it significantly extends your average gameplay time on Quest 3 by approximately 4.5 hours, providing an impressive total playtime of up to 7 hours.
✔ Fast Charging: Saqico head strap with battery is crafted for compatibility with the original 18W charging power, requiring just around 2.5 hours to fully charge for your Meta Quest 3. Moreover, the head strap's battery itself can be charged in approximately 2.5 hours using an 18W power adapter.
✔ Adjustable for the Perfect Fit: Saqico head strap battery pack is designed with flexible connectors that allow for a smooth 90-degree rotation during gaming breaks. Retractable side straps of the battery strap ensure a perfect fit, offering comfort and support during intense VR gameplay. Additionally, it's compatible with the original charging dock for Meta Quest 3.
✔ Ergonomic Design: Designed with principles of ergonomics in mind, Saqico head strap with battery achieves a balanced weight distribution for the Meta Quest 3 and the battery pack. The thickened sponge top strap effectively disperses this weight, keeping with Meta Quest 3 comfortably positioned in front of the eyes, effectively reducing facial pressure.
Product information
| Package Dimensions | 8.58 x 6.81 x 2.64 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.06 pounds |
| ASIN | B0CSW1N279 |
| Batteries | 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Customer Reviews |
3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars
14 ratings
3.9 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #24 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #1 in PC Virtual Reality Headsets |
| Date First Available | January 20, 2024 |
| Manufacturer | YARENKA |
Top reviews from the United States
Benjamin Moody
Pretty Nice Headstrap
Reviewed in the United States on May 21, 2024
Silicon Valley Software Veteran
EPIC FAIL! ???? NOT FOR QUEST 3 ???? BROKE MY QUEST 3 TRYING TO GET IT ON!
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024
Silicon Valley Software Veteran
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2024
I wasted about an hour of my life over 3 days trying to figure out how on earth to get this to attach to my Quest 3.
In the process, I dropped my $500 Quest 3 and SHATTERED THE RIGHT SCREEN!!!
I can't say enough how terrible this product and experience have been.
The product listing and manual BOTH state this is for Quest **3** and have photos in both showing how the side straps expose the power connection port through the left strap connection. But the actual product has no such opening.
It finally hit me to pull out my old Quest 2 and of course, it snapped right on, perfectly... TO THE WRONG HEADSET.
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N. STYLE
FRIEND LOVES THIS OCULUS QUEST 3 HEADSTRAP
Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2024
PWH
More Battery Life, More Lightweight
Reviewed in the United States on May 17, 2024
Tswoodshop
Gives me 4 more hours of playtime
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2024
Tswoodshop
Reviewed in the United States on May 24, 2024
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MnM
Well balanced, big improvement in capacity
Reviewed in the United States on May 11, 2024