Thanks to the sturdy materials, the head strap is more durable and lasts longer.
You can adjust the headband to your wishes with the dial, so that it fits perfectly.
Because this head strap is more comfortable than the original headband, you can wear the VR headset without bothering pressure points.
This head strap doesn't have a built-in battery for the Meta Quest 2, so the VR headset doesn't have an extended battery life.
Description
With this Oculus Meta 2 Elite Strap, you can wear the Meta Quest 2 VR headset more comfortably. This head strap replaces the headband that comes with the Meta VR headset. Because this head strap is made of sturdy materials and offers more support, the strap fits better around your head. It's more durable and doesn't lose shape the more you use the headband. In addition, the strap is adjustable with the dial on the back, so every user can adjust the strap to their head.
With this Oculus Meta 2 Elite Strap, you can wear the Meta Quest 2 VR headset more comfortably. This head strap replaces the headband that comes with the Meta VR headset. Because this head strap is made of sturdy materials and offers more support, the strap fits better around your head. It's more durable and doesn't lose shape the more you use the headband. In addition, the strap is adjustable with the dial on the back, so every user can adjust the strap to their head.
TDLR: If you plan to wear the Oculus Quest 2 for extended periods of time during gaming sessions, or if you just don't like the original strap, then this strap is definitely recommended!
Here my findings of the Elite Strap (without battery) and comparisons with the original strap that comes standard with the Quest 2:
-- The original strap --
I found that the original strap that comes standard with the Quest 2 isn't necessarily wrong, it works well enough if you want to use the Quest for a few casual games (or projects). As soon as you want to use the Quest for longer game sessions, or, for example, want to be able to easily pass it on to others during a party, the original strap becomes less successful, the strap does not offer enough counterweight and adjusting the strap can also take some getting used to. The original strap becomes a bit dirty after minimal use, it is a white fabric that discolours at the slightest bit. The original strap is also an elastic band that clamps around your head, so you can also experience pressure on the sides of your head, or, for example, on your ears, because it sometimes rests on them, but this almost always occurs for longer sessions.
-- The elite strap --
--- Setup ---
It is very easy to remove the original strap from the headset: First remove the cover (the cushion that sits against your face) from the Quest, loosen the Velcro and pull through the slot, and then gently on the sides pulling while making a kind of light twisting movement, this will release the sides of the headset. It is then also easy to put the elite strap on: click the sides against the headset, pull the Velcro through the slot and then put the cover back on the headset.
--- Usage ---
All you have to do now is slide the elite strap out completely with the rotary knob on the back (or until your head fits in between), then put the VR headset on your head and by turning the same knob it tightly against your head, you also have to stick the Velcro in such a way that the headset also rests on the top of your head.
Finally, you can now slightly "tilt" the headset itself up/down until you find it most comfortable.
If you want to pass the headset on, all you have to do is extend the strap with the dial and let the other person do the same. This is a lot easier than fiddling with the plastics that are on the back of the original strap, which are used to adjust the strap.
--- Comfort ---
The Elite strap is not an elastic band, it is a kind of construction that clamps around the back of the head, because of the shape of the construction it is very comfortable and you will not experience pressure on the sides of the head. It also rests a lot better on the head if you tighten the Velcro on the head well. You also have the feeling that, for example, during a game of Beat Saber, he could never fall off your head, because he is so "snug", this is also because you now have a kind of counterweight at the back of your head, which makes the whole on your head is a lot more balanced.
--- Build and quality ---
The material used is some kind of plastic and rubber-like material (it feels that way, I can't find exactly what it is online). It feels very good on the head and the construction of the strap is also very good. Because no fabric has been used on the strap, it will also get dirty a lot less quickly, you can just wipe it with a cloth and it is clean again for use.
--- Price ---
Okay, the Elite Strap without battery is not the most expensive when it comes to VR accessories (the Link cable is more expensive!), but when you see that a similar strap was included with the first Quest, you can see that it is not absolutely needed to make this standalone (although the price of the Quest may have gone up slightly). The price is worth it when you see how much more comfort you will experience while using the Quest 2 with this strap.
-- Conclusion --
For me the elite strap is a no-brainer, I experienced a lot more comfort while using the elite strap compared to the standard supplied strap. So the comfort is better, the build quality is better and it's a lot nicer to adjust if you want to share it with friends. So highly recommended!
Keep in mind that everyone's head and use of the Quest 2 is different, this strap will probably fit most (if not everyone), but if you think the original Quest strap is good enough for your head/use I would recommend this before you put down 50 euros for this strap.
P.S. If you are in doubt between having a battery or not, remember that it is quite possible to connect a simple (cheap) battery bank to the back of the strap and use it as a backup.
Nick walraven
19 October 2020
Automatically translated from Dutch
5,3/10
Could really be a little firmer....
He's good
Silicone back is pleasant
After 3 weeks or so plastic already cracked??
The connections between the back of the head and the VR glasses (the arms) are too thin, after 3 weeks already a crack, not normal
J.g.m. smeets
16 April 2021
Automatically translated from Dutch
6,0/10
Improvement, but quickly broken
Wears lighter than the original band
Was broken quickly, very unfortunate
They made the Quest 2 cheaper by not including this strap, but you can still buy it separately. It is an improvement in wearing comfort. It makes it lighter, and the image stays sharper easily. Only it is too fragile and breaks easily, even if you are careful with it, the plastic is just too thin. There seems to be some sort of refund policy from Oculus, because it happens too much. Keep receipt and packaging safe!
