Virtual Reality and the technology around it is growing at a good pace, thanks to the involvement of the well-known electronic makers, including Samsung, HTC, etc. Oculus Rift might be one of the early names that you might have heard of, and later, Samsung Gear VR, HTC Vive and some similar ones have come up, but they come with a hefty price tag that isn’t easy for someone to pay if they just want to try out with VR tech.
Fortunately, since Google Cardboard was announced, there have been several alternatives coming up, even from a price tag of just Rs. 300. Since you are here looking for one, we have this list of the best VR headsets that are all worth the price and that don’t burn your pocket.
Best Budget VR Headsets in India
ANT VR Headset for Lenovo
One of well build VR headsets, this actually doesn’t just work with Lenovo smartphones but also with other Android phones that are compatible and have the required sensors.
These headsets support screen sizes from 4.5-inch to 6-inch, and a 100-degree field of view is what you get on it. For the price of Rs. 1299, this surely is a very good headset to try out. Available in both, Black and White options.
Zebronics ZEB VR – Virtual Reality Headset
The accessories company Zebronics has just entered the VR category in India, with the Zebronics ZEB-VR headset. The ZEB-VR comes with a soft cushioned smartphone mount with magnetic lock for the adjustable front cover.
Any phone with screen size from 4.5-inch to 6-inch will fit into this, and you are assured of a good build quality with the ZEB VR. A steal at the price of Rs. 1375, especially when you expect some good usage experience, not just the content.
Getcardboard Virtual Reality Headset
Just at Rs. 290 and you don’t have any headache of assembling it by yourself, the VR headset that is just inspired by the Google cardboard has even a strap to wrap around the head.
There is support for smartphones of up to 5.5-inch in size and the OS supported is from Android 4.1 and iOS 5 and above. We haven’t tested it but it seems to be supporting 3D HD video playback.
Irusu iCardboard
This is a simple version of Google cardboard with the cutouts, neodynium and ceramic magnets, and bioconvex lenses for the viewing experience.
For the price of Rs. 529, you shouldn’t be asking much except a good compatibility and functionality, and there are several satisfied users of this headset from Irusu. It can house phones of up to 5.5-inch in size.
DOMO NHance VR4 Universal Virtual Reality 3D Headset
The DOMO Nhance is one of the good ones made by the company, having spherical glasses that are adjustable with the distance between them, and the elastic band that wraps around the head for grip.
There is support for 3D HD Video playback with the support including SBS Video Player, Google Cardboard, Youtube for Google Cardboard, and the Nhance VR4 can have up to 6-inch smartphone comfortably. It is priced at Rs. 1990 though MRP mentioned is Rs. 5,990.
IRUSU PLAYVR Video Glasses
The VR headset from IRUSU has HD optical resin lenses, and it can house a smartphone from 4-inch to 5.59-inch in size. It works with both, Android and iOS, and thus there is access to hundreds of apps with which it can work.
There is a zoom mode also included in these video glasses and the cushion housing helps in some comfort around the eyes. These headsets are priced at Rs. 2699.
Vigica 3D virtual Reality Headset with Bluetooth Remote
This seems like an extended version of Google Cardboard, obviously with more inclusions and a good plastic material to keep it solid and good. There’s a remote control given along, but the functioning of it is quite limited, according to the reviews.
It has a Magnet controller for Google Cardboard app and the interpupillary distance can be adjusted in the Vigica 3D VR headset. Even this can adjust itself to hold phones of up to 6-inch in size. If you are okay with spending some high amount, the price tag of Rs. 2599 for this is good enough.
There are several more options to choose from, in the same price range. But we tried to keep it limited with options that actually work and are given a good rating by users around. You will need to have a good smartphone with the available sensors to get the VR working with it.
