Compatible Accessories for Quest 3S: Which Products are Usable with Meta Quest 3S?
Meta Quest 3S: Compatibility Guide for Accessories
The Meta Quest 3S, an affordable alternative to the Quest 3 and a spiritual successor to the Quest 2, is now available for Prime Day. While many accessories designed for the Quest 2 are compatible with the Quest 3S, it's essential to understand which ones work and which ones don't.
Compatible Accessories for Meta Quest 3S:
- Battery Packs and Battery Straps: Rechargeable battery packs designed for Quest 2, Quest 3, and Quest 3S using USB Type-C connectors are compatible. For example, a 5000mAh rechargeable battery pack extends playtime by 2-4 hours and works universally across Quest 2, Quest 3, and Quest 3S.
- Prescription Lens Kits: Prescription lenses designed for Quest 2 also fit the Meta Quest 3S, Rift S, and Oculus Go.
- Carrying Cases: Hard carrying cases sized for Quest 2, 3, and 3S—including those with Elite Straps—fit the Meta Quest 3S.
Accessories Likely NOT Compatible or Requiring Different Versions:
- Prescription Lenses for Quest 3: Quest 3 lenses differ in design and do not fit Quest 3S or Quest 2, so Quest 2 lenses are incompatible with Quest 3. Quest 3S uses the same lenses as Quest 2, but Quest 3 requires its own lens kit.
- Third-party Head Straps: Some third-party head straps designed exclusively for Quest 2 may not fit the Meta Quest 3S or Quest 3, especially smaller or non-Elite strap models, due to slightly different headset dimensions or mounting points.
Recommended Accessories for Meta Quest 3S:
- Facial Interfaces: The Kiwi Design V4 is a recommended facial interface for the Quest 3S due to its plush, washable padding and better ventilation to prevent lens fog.
- Elite Straps: Quest 3 Elite Straps, Elite Straps with Battery, Active Straps for Touch Plus controllers, and Carrying Cases are compatible with the Quest 3S.
- Controller Grips: The AMVR controller grips are compatible with the Quest 3S and 3 controllers, and offer a more affordable alternative to Meta's official grips.
- Earbuds: The PrismXR Vega T1 earbuds with a USB-C dongle are recommended for the Quest 3S as they allow charging passthrough for the battery pack and have minimal latency.
- Affordable Elite Strap Alternatives: The Yoges Y13, BoboVR M3 Pro, or Kiwi Design H4 Boost are recommended as affordable alternatives to the official Meta Elite Strap with Battery for the Quest 3S.
Cautions:
- Charging Issues: The Quest 3S does not have a 3.5mm headphone jack, and some wireless USB-C earbuds that worked with the Quest 2 may not work fully with the Quest 3S due to charging differences.
- Incompatible Accessories: Not every Quest 3 accessory works for the Quest 3S, specifically facial interfaces, prescription lenses, and full-sized charging docks are incompatible.
In summary, most accessories designed for Quest 2 with USB-C connectivity and standard dimensions work with Meta Quest 3S. However, it's essential to check the compatibility of specific accessories before purchasing, as some third-party straps may not fit the Meta Quest 3S or Quest 3 due to fit issues.
- Many gadgets, such as rechargeable battery packs and hard carrying cases, designed for the Quest 2 are compatible with the Meta Quest 3S, as they use USB-C connectors and have standard dimensions.
- While some technology, like prescription lenses designed for the Quest 3, may not fit the Quest 3S or Quest 2, the Meta Quest 3S uses the same lenses as the Quest 2, and Quest 2 lenses are generally compatible with the Quest 3S.
