HP Reverb G2

On paper, the HP Reverb G2 should have been the VR headset I chose to replace my aging HTC Vive. But despite being a fanatic for resolution and performance, I chose a Quest 2 instead, and after using a Reverb G2 for weeks, I don't regret that decision. The Reverb G2 may have limited appeal for gamers who value resolution at all costs or who refuse to agree to Oculus’s Facebook policy. But there are simply too many reasons to spend half as much on a headset that offers close to the same resolution, but with far fewer limitations.

The fantastic resolution gives it a boost in terms of sharpness, but it falls down on FOV and tracking volume. It's possible to get more for your money elsewhere.

The HP Reverb G2 is easily one of the best VR headsets out there thanks to its incredibly high-resolution lenses, which all but eliminate the screen door effect and really help with immersion. It doesn’t quite have the accuracy of the Valve Index or HTC Vive Pro, but it’s cheaper and easier to set up than both.

The Reverb G2 is the best Windows Mixed Reality headset yet, with sharp displays and impressive tracking. But it’s held back by average controllers and a relatively high price.