GEEKERA Charging Dock for Meta Quest 3, Magnetic Charging
GEEKERA Charging Dock for Meta Quest 3, Magnetic Charging Stand for Oculus/Meta Quest 3 VR Headset & Controllers, Fast Charging Station with 18w Power Adapter/LED Light/2 Rechargeable Batteries
I ordered this for my Meta Quest 3, as I wanted a rechargeable option for the controllers (and the Meta brand one is ridiculously overpriced). I specifically chose this one because I have the headset in my living room and wanted to keep it on my TV stand (where there isn’t a lot of vertical space). Most other models are sort of vertically arranged, which wouldn’t work for my needs. I also have a quite large head strap for it which includes an external battery pack, and it still works well with this charger. It’s simple, easy to use, and the coloured lights help me know when it’s on and charging properly.
Full disclosure, when it arrived, one of the rechargeable batteries it comes with for the controllers didn’t work. But I’m still giving the product 5 stars, which is entirely down to the support team. I contacted them as soon as I confirmed the problem was the battery (and not user error/an issue with the charging cover for the controller). I was still within the return period, but I was otherwise happy with the charger. I asked them if it would be possible to replace the battery as it was the only issue. The person I spoke to was friendly, professional, and quick to respond. They told me that they didn’t sell the batteries separately, but found a compatible equivalent available for purchase and gave me a refund for the cost of the new batteries (which saved me the hassle of having to box it up and return the whole thing).
So yeah, good charger, great service – still gets 5 stars from me.
This came very well packed in retail packaging, so would make a great gift. It is fully CE marked, which is reassuring when it comes to electronics.
I love that this enables me to keep everything together and neatly stored away when charging ornot in use. The slimmed down design makes this look modern and stylish, and the LED lights are a nice touch.
Charge is rapid, and I appreciate the visual charging light indicator. I also feel reassured that should the temperature during use exceed 52 degrees, the unit will desist charging to ensure safety.
Everything is working as expected and is charging simultaneously. I am pleased with it and have no complaints. Can recommend.
The GEEKERA Head Strap for Meta Quest 3 significantly enhances VR comfort and playtime. With its 10,000mAh battery pack, you get up to 6 extra hours of gaming, ensuring long sessions without interruptions. The adjustable design improves weight distribution, reducing strain on your head and neck. The RGB light adds a cool aesthetic touch, complementing the futuristic vibe of VR. Installation is straightforward, and the strap fits securely. Overall, it’s a must-have accessory for those looking to extend their Meta Quest 3 experience with added comfort and style.
This VR charging base for Meta Quest 3 is looks good and is well-made. It comes with 2 x 1800mAH batteries, charging stand and adapter. Everythings fits well, and the charging indicator is visibly clear. It only take few hours to charge however, I did notice that just after 3 hours, the battery went flat which is contrary to the advertised 4-6 hour battery life. I also found the RGB completely unnecessary especially on the back of the headset. That being said, this will give you a nice setup, and keep your desk organised.
This works great with my Q3 in it’s OEM state. The batteries fit nicely in the controllers, once fitted they rest into the cradle well and the charging indicator is vividly clear! The headset itself once again cradles nicely and just works.
Now the problem i have is i use an aftermarket device cover and interface pad. Both these additions prevent my the headset from contacting the charging pins. To use it i have to remove the cover and interface pad. While i do like the connivence of this charging station, i just can’t give up the quality of life upgrade of the replacement interface pad.
Highly recommended, but only for the out of the box Q3.
Wow! Is all I have to say about this.
What a game changer for my son’s meta quest.
The charging stand comes with, stand, charging cable, handheld covers, two batteries.
The new covers clip onto the handles and the chargeable batteries for in nicely.
The stand is then set up, the oculus sits on, and charges- whilst the new handle covers are magnetic and sit nicely in the cradle for the controller (and charge)
This is a great great set up! Makes the oculus look neat and tidy – keeping all components together.
My son loves it!!
I do have a relatively similar looking head strap to this Geekera one already though mine only has a 5000mAh battery, which still provides close to 2 hours of usage before needing to be recharged. I chose this one as it has twice the battery capacity.
Installation of the strap is very simple and there is a leaflet guide that shows you the steps in case you need them. The biggest thing to note is which way up to put the rear headrest though if you put it on the wrong way up you can, unlike some others, at least remove it and turn it around.
The good:
– It does seem to fit quite well once adjusted and the battery definitely lasts longer than my 5000mAh one (not much of a surprise).
– It only takes a couple of hours to charge it from flat (this will vary depending on your charging source).
– The battery supplies enough juice to keep the headset fully charged while gaming.
The mediocre:
– As my 5000mAh battery strap lasts around 2 hours I was expecting this one to last around twice that, but after 3 hours the battery was flat and had started using the headset’s main battery. This falls somewhat short of the advertised 4 – 6 hours stated on the store page, though interestingly the leaflet included with the strap does say 2 – 4 hours on a Quest 3, which is in line with my results. The store page clearly needs updating.
– The USB cable. The cable is far too long for the head strap, even if it was fully extended, and it makes it look untidy. They could have shaved off 5 or 6 centimetres here at least.
The bad:
– The RGB light. I mean, why? What is the point of an RGB light on the back of a headset? It’s not like you can see it when you’re wearing the head strap, and there is no apparent way to turn it off other than unplugging the USB cable. It is also wasting (probably not very much) of your precious play time all the time it’s on. Just a pointless waste of time.
– The price. Currently 69.99. That’s a lot, and you can get better known brands a lot cheaper (with one notable exception).
Undocumented:
If you want to turn the battery off, you can do so without unplugging the cable by double-clicking the power button. This is not documented anywhere in the (exceptionally brief) installation instructions but is the same as my current head strap.
This isn’t a bad head strap by any stretch of the imagination but I’m just not convinced it’s worth the current asking price. It’s good that I can use it to game for nearing 5 hours before I need to recharge it and the Quest 3, or watch an epic movie without worrying, but it’s just expensive and I really dislike the RGB lights on the spinner, pretty colours that they are.
I, as many other VR headset users, seldomly use my VR headset. Since when I’m not using my VR headset, I keep it boxed inside its case, it is always in need of charging whenever I take it out, and I end up not using it.
If you are one of such people, this accessory will help you get your money’s worth out of your VR headset by making sure it is charged whenever you wish to use it!
It comes with the magnetic charging connectors that you can insert inside your headset’s charging port, and for the controllers, it comes with the rechargeable batteries and magnetic charging compatible covers.
It also looks pretty while it is docked! I would highly recommend this to any Oculus Quest 2 user, who always seems to procrastinate their use of the headset due to its battery level!
The first charger I ordered I initially gave 2 stars but have changed my rating since. Please read to see why. We were really excited about getting this rechargeable charging station as there are multiple players in my household and we were going through a lot of batteries. This comes complete with a charging base, plug and USB cord, rechargeable batteries for the joysticks, magnetic C-plugs for charging, joystick covers designed for reusable batteries and two little tools I assume for removing the C-plug from the headset. This is our first charging station but is working so, so. Everything charged to full capacity in about 2 hours. The lights on the station will glow amber in color when something needs to be charged and will turn white when fully charged. There were issues with the joysticks making a connection in the base when charging. I had to wiggle them around to connect in order for them to start charging. Everything is not charging at once when on the base like it should. It’s something I’ll have to keep an eye on. If it continues to be a problem, I will update the issue. It is a little tedious removing the C-plug from the headset when we want to attach a battery pack to the headset but there are a couple of flat tools for removing it and additional C-Plugs in case you lose one.
Update: 6/11/23 Headset is charging well but I continue to have issues with the joysticks not making a connection to charge. I have to keep wiggling them around in hopes that they will connect and charge. This has been quite frustrating. I do not see the use in continuing to use the charger if it is not working properly. I may be forced to order a different brand charger or just go back to regular batteries. So far have been very disappointed.
Update: 7/7/23 Seller reached out to me on their own concerning my issues charging my VR system at once. Suggestions were made and I tried their suggestions to no avail. I was sent a replacement unit and the new charger is working perfectly. The joysticks are making a connection to charge without wiggling around and I am able to charge everything at once. I want to commend the seller for reaching out on their own and making it right. We’ve been using the charger for a couple of weeks now and we have had no issues with charging our VR system. A lot more pleased!
I believe anyone who has a Quest 2 VR set should have a charging dock. Using disposable batteries is just too much of a pain. Not to mention, expensive. They don’t last very long if you’re someone who plays frequently. This charging dock is an excellent solution for that. I had another style dock that I was using up until recently when it began to emit some sort of electrical buzzing & stopped using for fear it might randomly catch fire. I ordered this one as its replacement. Since using it I’ve noticed a few differences. Both that I like & dislike. A few key points to consider, especially if you use extra attachments with your VR set.
Everything you need for setup is included. They give you 4 of the tiny magnetic “receivers” for additional headsets you might have. Or if by some chance you lose one, you have 3 replacements. They even give you a small tool for what I assume is to assist in removing the receiver from the headset, since that can sometimes be a little tricky. There’s no assembly for the dock itself. You simply swap the batteries & battery cover from your controllers with the ones included with this dock & plug in the magnetic charging receiver into the port in your headset. Plug in the included type c charging cable & from there you’re ready to begin charging.
The biggest difference is how the controllers connect. I’m split 50/50 here. I really like the fact that the controllers sit inside a designated pocket & don’t just lay on top of the base like the one I previously had. This ensures they make good contact for charging & won’t accidentally get knocked off. However, they will not work with, nor fit your controllers if you use silicone grips. Most docks won’t charge through the grip, that’s no surprise. However, some can still be used as a stand when they aren’t charging. This one cannot. You will have to remove the grips, even when you aren’t charging, just for the controllers to fit. This can be a hassle if you play a lot. When my son doesn’t need a charge on his controllers, I still like to have somewhere to place them besides having them just lay around his room or putting them back in the box. If you use this dock in any capacity the grips must come off & put back on before playing. If I decide to eventually replace this dock, this will be why.
The inlay area for the headset is similar to the one I had before. Both in design & how it works with the magnetic attachment. This one does seem to make better contact & will still work well if you have an aftermarket head strap. It won’t interfere with how it sets into the base. The receiver goes into the port on the headset easily, but I am concerned it could wear out the port overtime. Especially if you use a portable battery. You’re constantly having to plug/unplug from the port. The only other option for people using external batteries is to omit using the headset charger on this dock entirely & only charge from your portable battery.
There are 3 small LED lights on the dock to indicate when it’s charging. There isn’t an on/off switch, so as long as it has power the lights are lit up white. While charging they turn orange & back white again when you’ve reached full charge. Took about 3 hours to fully charge both headset & controllers. There is only one type C port on the back of this dock for power. Unlike my old one, there isn’t an “output” port. Would have been great if they had included one for the people who do use external batteries. Then you can charge everything from this one dock. Also, I personally think the power cable is a little short at 2ft. My son’s room has an outlet right next to his desk where I have this dock placed. From the base to the outlet has the cord extended to point where it almost has tension on it & could accidentally be pulled out. I’ll have to use an extension cord if I leave it where it’s currently at.
Overall, this charging dock works well. Takes up minimal space. It holds both headset & controllers securely. Does accommodate aftermarket head straps, but not other accessories. It can be used to store your device. If you use controller grips, you’ll need to decide if it’s worth removing them every time you’re finished playing. A fantastic option for someone who doesn’t use accessories & is tired of replacing batteries.