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The GOMRVR Halo Strap has become one of the most sought-after straps for using with the Oculus Quest 2 VR Headset. It is being lauded for its comfort, ease of use and cushioned design, which honestly it should be. Let’s get into our review for more details on the Halo Strap and how you can use it for yourself.
Design and Hardware
The GOMRVR Halo Strap for Oculus Quest 2 is made of ABS plastic and sponge to provide more comfort to the player. It is ergonomically designed with quality material for better support and stability. Some reviews say that it is of cheap build quality and although it may feel that way to some, but in fact it is quite sturdy and can handle pressure well.
The feel may not be premium, but quite a few users have compared this to the Elite strap and have found this to be more comfortable. It weighs about 145 g and the product is about 7.9in-10.2in x8.3in x4.8in in size.
It is of 100% injection mold production; which means that it has not been 3D printed and therefore would stay durable for a long period of time.
The straps are quick to install and adjust. This product can also be used without the top strap if you twist the VR headset’s arms upwards, inclined at an angle. That would give a better fit for the players’ heads. Along with a snug fit, this product is also able to equally distribute the pressure from the headset and allows the weight to rest on the front padding above the lenses.
This gives a ‘floating’ feeling around one’s face, unlike the Elite Strap which becomes uncomfortable after longer sessions of usage. Of course, you could strap it a little tighter to your head if you want an increased field of vision for your VR games. There is a knob at the rear of the strap to adjust the length of the side straps. Users have felt that this knob feels a lot more tougher then the Go VR quest strap.
The straps are designed in such a way that its’ weight is distributed in a 50:50 ratio between the front and back, therefore providing a greater level of comfort as mentioned above. It offers a lot more comfort and flexibility than many other headset straps in this price range, especially if you use it with a VR facepad.
The surface of contact is also quite easy to clean and is made of sponge and leather, adding to friction for better cleaning.
Product comes with 1 Halo strap, one top belt for the head and one installation step diagram.
Set Up
Setup is pretty easy. Straps can be swiftly installed and adjusted. Assembling is also quite user-friendly. All you need to do is attach the GOMRVR Halo Strap to your VR headet with the help of the console arms.
Then use the dial at the back of the strap to increase or decrease the adjustability and tightness of the straps, according to whatever size fits you best.
Controls
Apart from the fact that there may be a chance it may slide off the user’s head after long hours of playing, we would say that most of the reviews say that it is quite comfortable and fits well. So controls are adequate.
The padding on the back is well-placed beneath the curve of the skull which helps overall in holding the headset quite properly reducing facial pressure. Much more comfortable than the original sock strap by Oculus Quest and even the Kiwi Elite Strap.
Games that require too much movement throughout the gameplay may get a little uncomfortable for people with small heads. As it may seem to slide off a bit from the insertion point but users have found ways around it.
Ample padding around the straps also help with the comfort as the proper weight distribution not only decreases pressure on the cheeks and nose but also keeps the sides of the head easeful.
Performance
Reviews say that the strap performs well with respect to the console that it is attached to. It provides a comfortable fit and distributes pressure adequately. It’s build might be wobbly, but is robust enough to take the weight of your Oculus Quest or Quest 2 and hopefully other VR headsets, although it has not been tested with those.
Some players have experienced an issue where the insertion point slides off after a few hours of continued usage. But again if you are comfortable with strapping it a bit tighter according to your head size it may resolve the issue.
Compatibility
The GOMRVR Halo Strap is compatible with the Oculus Quest and Oculus Rift S.
Accessories
Users can attach separate batteries or power banks to the back of the strap and then route it through a power cable, even though it may not be required. Some players have experienced discomfort while attaching something as big as a power bank at the back of the strap.
As it may add to the wobble while playing games that require too much movement. But the same can’t be said for all. However, the option to add an extra accessory is open for all.
Verdict
Overall, you won’t be disappointed given the price that it is being sold for. Extremely comfortable, as stated quite a few times above. And despite issues regarding sliding off and mounting bigger batteries that lead to discomfort during gameplay, it is still quite effective and leagues better than the original Quest strap. So do yourself a favor and grab one from here.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Does the GOMRVR Halo Strap come with a matching case?
No, it comes with only it’s packaging box but you will find that the strap does fit Apache 3800 cases.
Q. Does the GOMRVR Halo Strap have room for over the ear headphone usage?
Yes, the strap has enough room for comfortable usage of over the ear headphones.
Q. What is the padding made from and does it absorb moisture or sweat?
The padding is made from a sponge that resembles faux leather and is absolutely moisture-free and does not absorb sweat.
Q. Can replacement pads be bought for the GOMRVR Halo Strap?
Replacement pads cannot be bought separately for the strap. The strap is sold as a whole unit itself.
Q. Can the GOMRVR Halo Strap be used for children less than 10 years of age?
No, the strap’s adjustability cannot be decreased to very small head sizes and will therefore be uncomfortable for small children.
Q. Can an additional battery be used with the GOMRVR Halo Strap?
Yes, an additional battery or power bank can be mounted on the strap using various forms of binding objects. It may be uncomfortable to use any other battery than the original, but it is still possible.
