VR headsets

VR headsets in Australia: prices, warranty and buying tips

Updated 4 November 2026

A VR headset in Australia costs from about A$22 for a phone viewer and roughly A$570 to A$650 for a standalone headset such as the Quest 3S or PlayStation VR2, according to sellers' websites, November 2026. High-end PC systems reach about A$4,000. To compare models and bundles for your budget, post the request on BlaBlaPrice.

Warranty and consumer rights

The Australian Consumer Law gives you consumer guarantees that a business cannot exclude, and they apply in addition to the maker's warranty. The ACCC describes a warranty as an extra promise, separate from your statutory rights, so a headset out of warranty may still be covered. Sony notes that its goods carry guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. Some makers tie warranty dates to purchase: one Quest warranty covers products bought from 1 July 2026 in the Asia-Pacific region.

Safety and connected devices

Mandatory cyber security standards apply to most smart devices bought by consumers in Australia, and a connected headset can fall under them. Ask the seller for the product's security information before you buy. University guidance on the safe use of immersive technology also covers the risks of VR, so read it if the headset will be shared.

Season and gift timing

Prices do not follow the seasons, but a headset is often bought as a gift. Summer runs from December to February, so an order placed in November still leaves time for delivery before the holidays. Allow for delivery time and any setup when you choose the date, and order early enough that a delayed parcel does not spoil the day.

Bundles, older models and what is included

Bundles change the price a lot. The Quest 3S Essential bundle is listed at A$704 and the Premium bundle at A$820, against A$568 for the headset alone. Online listings also show older systems: an HTC Vive Cosmos appears at about A$1,207 on one listing. Check whether the unit is new or used, the memory size and what is included, such as controllers or a game.

On BlaBlaPrice you describe the headset in your own words in a chat, for example the model, memory, platform and budget. The AI reads the request, asks for missing details, looks through sellers' websites and price lists in Australia, and shows the prices and businesses it found. Sellers registered on BlaBlaPrice reply in the chat with their own offer, price and warranty terms. Your contacts stay hidden until you decide with whom to exchange them. See Video games & consoles and Gamepads & console accessories, or read how BlaBlaPrice works.