Considering a Meta Quest 3S as an upgrade from your Quest 2? Here's what you miss out on (and gain) from picking it over the classic Quest 3.

While the Quest 3 and 3S share accessories, we doubt anyone will downgrade from one to the other. The Quest 2 and Quest 3S share fewer common accessories, but there are a couple of ways to save money.

The Meta Quest 3 is Meta's reigning champion for the best VR headset, but the Quest 3S is boasting much of the same specs and all of the same software and features at a cheaper price (though the rival model does have less storage, a bulkier frame, and less crisp displays)

The 128GB Meta Quest 3 (Refurbished Premium) is available for $379.99 on Amazon Renewed. It offers decent comfort and AR tracking with an adjustable headband and four-camera system.

Speaking of lenses, the Meta Quest 3S reverts to fresnel lenses. The Quest 3’s “pancake lenses” help make graphics in your peripheral vision look sharper, making the whole experience more immersive. Since this device has fresnel lenses like the Meta Quest 2, I expect the viewing experience will be largely similar.

Supernatural Together finally brings multiplayer to our favorite Meta Quest 3 workout app, and it’s coming just in time for the affordable new Meta Quest 3S headset.

This Kiwi Comfort Strap is a fraction of the price compared to the Meta Elite one and will help you adjust to VR gaming much quicker.

The Meta Quest 3S doesn't officially go on sale until October 15, but I was able to try on the headset early to see how it fit, what it could do and how it compares to the pricier Meta Quest 3. During the hands-on session,