November is here and that means this year's Black Friday deals are fast approaching. Expect early sales to be starting up, with discounts on gadgets like the Meta Quest 3 and its accessories beginning to appear across the likes of Amazon, Walmart, Currys and more.
From now until the end of the month (and even a bit into December) this page will be a handu one-stop shop for the best Meta Quest 3 deals (as well as deals for the recently launched Meta Quest 3S), plus savings on our favorite accessories and games for the Meta VR headset. Even though it's still early days a major deal is live right now which nets you a new VR headset and a free copy of Batman: Arkham Shadow – which is superb by the way. There are also early savings to be had on essential add-ons like comfier head straps and facial interfaces.
If you're looking to get a VR headset, the Quest 3 headsets are easily the best for the vast majority of users. The Meta Quest 3S is the more affordable option but still packs a punch with the same chipset as the pricier model – which is why our Meta Quest 3S review awarded it four-and-a-half stars. We'd recommend spending a little more to get a full-on Meta Quest 3 if you can however, as its sleeker design and better displays warrant a full five-star score in our Meta Quest 3 review.
Today's best Meta Quest 3 deals in the US
- Amazon: Meta Quest 3 (512GB) + free game for $499
- Best Buy: Find deals Meta Quest 3 and accessories
- Target: Meta Quest 3S from $299.99
- Walmart: Meta Quest 3S (128GB) + free game for $299
Today's best Meta Quest 3 deals in the UK
- Amazon: Meta Quest 3 (512GB) + free game for £469
- Argos: Meta Quest 3S + Elite Strap £25-off
- Currys: Free next day delivery
- John Lewis: Free returns until January 23, 2025
I've covered Black Friday deals here at TechRadar for coming on three years, and I've been writing about VR for even longer. So I know what a great deal looks like, and I have first-hand experience of how awesome VR can be – so I can confidently tell you the games and accessories that are worth splashing out on if they go on sale this Black Friday. Given how much I love my Meta Quest 3 and Quest 3S you've already made the right decision of looking for discounts on these headset specifically.
Black Friday Meta Quest 3 deals: FAQs
When will the Black Friday Meta Quest 3 deals start in 2024?
They've already started. While we expect bundles packing in accessories, and discounts on software, will arrive in the week or two leading up to Black Friday proper (November 29) there are already some excellent savings to be had in the form of the free copy of Arkham Shadow included with every new Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S purchase.
It's an excellent title that usually costs $49.99 / £38.99, which isn't an insignificant cost. Usually pack-in games are a mixed bag, but Arkham Shadow is easily one of the best VR games of all time, so this deal isn't one to sniff at. That said, if you wait for more deals to appear however you might be able to score the Quest 3, a free game, and maybe an extra treat or two like an Elite head strap.
Is Black Friday the best time to buy a Meta Quest 3?
Meta usually offers solid Meta Quest deals during Black Friday, with it and third-party retailers offering free games and free or discounted accessories in a bundle. Given the Quest 3 just got a price cut and the Meta Quest 3S just launched we suspect there won't be any further price reductions in this year's Black Friday sale. It might not even get a discount in 2025's January sales, so waiting might not net you many benefits.
If you're desperate to get your hands on the headset ASAP the current free game deal is superb, so picking it up before Black Friday should be fairly low risk as the chances of a significantly better deal are slim.
What Black Friday Meta Quest 3 deals should I expect?
Deals for the Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S will come in two forms. The most likely are bundles which will include free or cheaper games and accessories alongside the headset. Meta's free game choices are normally pretty good, and while full-price accessories do feel like a slightly pricey option discounted VR add-ons can be a solid purchase (especially if you plan to use your new headset plenty).
The form is discounts. Last year we saw big savings on the Meta Quest 2, however it was a few years old and has since been discontinued. The Meta Quest 3S only just launched and the Meta Quest 3 just got a big price cut so another price drop during Black Friday 2024 feels unlikely. Not impossible, but very very improbable. Most discounts will likely be applied to add-ons like head straps and facial interfaces.
Why trust TechRadar this Black Friday
We've covered Black Friday for over decade here at TechRadar and we've learnt when all the best sales start and how to uncover all of the top deals. We also monitor sales throughout the year and track the lowest prices of dozens of the most popular products as so we know a bargain when we see it.
We have extensive experience using VR headsets, and have reviewed both the Meta Quest 3 and Meta Quest 3S, as well as their biggest competitors like the Pico 4 Ultra. And we do more than test them for a review, Hamish uses his Meta Quest 3 at least every week and is constantly trying out new VR experiences to write about in his monthly VR games and app round up (such as the one he just published for October), and he knows what games accessories are worth buying, as well as which ones are best avoided.
Combined, we'll bring you the best Black Friday deals on all the top-rated and well-reviewed products available to buy right now so you come away with some excellent tech at a great price.
