Customer Ratings & Reviews

This is a very good vr device that is very polished on the software side -- but not so much on the hardware side. And this can become a very enjoyable headset with some customization. First of all, as many complained, overheating is an issue, I have no idea why google decided to use cloth as the back panel instead of you know, aluminum wire frame that is very good at dispensing heat. I mean I get the front where your face touches, it's very comfortable, but I don't think anyone wears the headset backwards. So to solve that, I cut two pieces from a wine cork and taped them to the back panel to create space. And as I am fortunate enough to be using a Moto Z instead of a Pixel, I removed the back panel of my phone and put it into the viewer. Now there's space between the phone and the back panel. Moto Z's heat are all concentrated on the bottom half of the phone, so I put a fan on my right side to circulate air. And now the phone can safely do its work relatively safely. Another bad design -- there's a reason why every single VR headset out there (oculus, vive) have a head strap across the top of your head. The headset is not that heavy but your phone, which you will of course put into the headset, is. So you either have to make the head strap very very tight, or experience Newton's first law of motion in quite an unpleasant way. To solve that, I took a headstrap that I didn't use in my google cardboard kit, and put it on top of the headset. Now the headset won't fall off as easily. So after doing all that, this headset is finally ready to use. As I mentioned at the start of the review, the software side is very well polished. So after you fix the hardware, it's a very fun device.

The headset is comfortable. It is a bit warm. I would like it to be vented more somehow. It can fog up. You kind of need to warm it up a bit before you use it to prevent it by putting it on early or tucking it in your sweater. The way the phone sets in is kind of poorly designed. The backing flap can kind of keep some heat in the phone to make it hotter than it needs to be. Samsung VR headsets can be open in the back which lets them breathe some and allows for camera use (good way to take a hands free selfie). the clasp can cover power or volume buttons. Phones that this happens on need to disable them in daydream mode. Overall the experience is good. The controller is good. I like that you don't have to use controls on the headset itself. Allows for a sort of motion gaming experience to go along with the VR.

The design aesthetics is great and looks wonderful but from a performance aspect it's just Google cardboard all dressed up for the prom and works no different from it's cheaper sibling. The VR looks good but you have to get it just right or things kinda have a slight blur to them but YMMV? I found the headset to be comfortable but not for extended periods of time. The biggest issue to me was the overheating of the Pixel phone when using it for more than 30 minutes or playing a graphic intensive game. Maybe if Google designed a passive cooling system in v2 this wouldn't be such an issue. Right now it's a fun toy for short periods of use and once more games and apps are able to better take advantage it might be more worthwhile. If your curious about VR and already have a Pixel then go for it but remember it's still in beta.

The VR is really good and fun for adults and children. There are a lot of games and videos to watch. The one problem I have is it gets really hot pretty fast. After using for about fifteen minutes, my phone starts heating up. So much so that the phone will give an overheating warning and you can actually feel the heat on your face and eyes. One solution is to put a bit of foil on the back of the phone to act as a heat sink. This allows you to go for longer periods of time before it heating up too much. Over all, it's fun.

This is the Daydream version 1.0. Its a nice headset. I love the fabric on the outer shell. The headset is reasonably comfortable to wear. I like how the software and hardware work together to center the stereo images so there is no fussing with getting the exact placement of my phone in the headset. While this headset is nice enough, the Daydream software is basically Cardboard with a remote and a nicer headset. Daydream is a nice way to experience VR but it isn't a match for PC or console powered VR such as Oculus Rift. My phone inevitably gets too hot after a few minutes of VR. The software often lags which quickly becomes frustrating.

Google's Daydream device lets you poke around with VR, without spending a fortune on equipment. The controller is easy to use. I use my Moto Z first edition phone with it, and get good performance and view, though the phone gets very hot, and won't fit in the headset with the external battery mod attached. Overall, this is a fun buy for those curious about VR

Google Daydream is a great entry point into the world of VR. They aren't knocking your door down with tons of games, but what's available is super cool. YouTube has some fantastic 360 degree videos. Since Google owns YouTube, I'd expect that library to grow steadily. I get a bit of motion sickness here and there but not to the point of souring the experience. Often the pointer gets out of alignment but a simple 2 second hold of the home button gets that fixed. For those expecting high quality, well developed games, this isn't anywhere near the level of Vive or Rift. Obviously comparing an $80 piece of hardware to stuff that is $600 and up isn't realistic. I think at this price point, Daydream is a solid experience worth checking out.

The Google Daydream is a perfect match for the Google Pixel. Its comfortable and easy to use. The included controller helps navigate the VR experience effortlessly and the adjustable head strap ensures a tight fit for any head size. If you own a Google Pixel I would highly recommend purchasing one of these. The only downside is the heat that is produced by the phone but the open air design of the Daydream helps tremendously.

Got the new Google Pixel XL phone and, on impulse, decided to purchase the VR headset for the phone. Great experience, and a great deal if you're looking to try out VR. Previously, we'd demo'd both of the major VR players and I thought this Google headset was more comfortable to wear. Good quality VR. For the price, it is a great value. Happy to see that a rather new technology can be sold for an affordable price.

Very comfortable to wear and the controller works for the most part. Because of overheating issues I recommend using a rubber band to hold your phone in and leave the cover open and you can play for hours instead of minutes.

was able to use with SG6 phone and enjoyed the VR experience but when I switched to the new phone I was able to use all the functions at first limited only for pixel. SG8 made using it great fun and able to use my own pictures too. 4/5 because it might not work well with all phones

Overall, this is a great first attempt at VR and a great option to get started at only $49. I will say that with the google pixel that the resolution is a little low to use this, you do get pretty annoying pixelation of the screen as the lens magnify the screen soo much you can see the individual pixels. I have heard that this is not an issue with the Pixel XL though. Additionally, the controller is fantastic and responsive, however I wish the unit came with an additional USB-C cable as the controller uses this to charge and I don't have a spare USB-C cable around so I have to use my Pixel charger..

I absolutely love this VR set. The included remote makes it very easy to interact with the games and apps. There is already a large selection of apps and games to choose from. I had a Samsung Gear VR before and prefer this by far. My only complaint would be the head strap doesn't go straight back....you have to put the headset on, and then the strap goes up more on the back of your head. Sort of weird until you get used to it.

Well, it's been 4 days since I've had this device. I'm already addicted to it. Great for a beginner experience. Amazing controller which lets you navigate through all the apps in the VR world. Pros: Tons of 360 videos in Youtube VR Great design, very light. Cons: Daydream app only compatible with Pixel phones, although you can use many other VR apps from play store for samsung or any other devices Phone heats up quickly on some of the apps

This product is nice because it is not limited to one phone. The only issue I have had is the way it fits it allows light to come in from the side causing glare in the headset.

I really enjoy using the Daydream VR. It's comfortable, soft and very user friendly. The only cons of this purchase is the price $80 is not BAD but still kind of bothered me and the amount of available VR content on the web (I don't use it as much as I'd like to). Also the fact that it is only compatible with a handful of phones. Other than that, if you have a compatible phone and want to experience VR, the Daydream is a very good choice.

First of all, the headset is very comfortable. The strap is sturdy, and the eye padding is nice. And for about a tenth the cost of a Vive or Oculus, the Daydream controller is very effective. Only two criticisms: the field of view isn't as wide as I'd hoped, and Google should really have made this backwards compatible with Cardboard. Why not just simulate the action button with the controller...Anyway, this is neat stuff nonetheless.

I must confess that when I purchased the Daydream View, it was on sale and I had two Best Buy coupons to help drive the cost down. The discounts helped encourage me to try it. I'm glad I did. Right now, the headset works with a limited number of phones, including my Moto Z Force. Setup was easy, unpacking the headset, pairing the remote with the phone and downloading the Daydream app, if it's not already installed. I would regard the Daydream VR a work in progress, with a limited number of Daydream compatible apps, I believe that there are about 50-60 at present. There are a number of free apps and I've been having a blast with them. Google Street View not only allows you to take a tour of monuments like the Taj Mahal, it also allows you to go to a specific location and tour. One of my first uses was to visit the place where I grew up to see how things changed. Netflix and Hulu are both lots of fun, like sitting in a movie theater and watching your show on a big screen. The goggles also add some depth to the experience. Along with the conventional shows, Hulu also adds a limited selection of VR videos, they are short but spectacular. One of the National Geographic videos put you right in the midst of a herd of elephants and eyeball to eyeball with a bull elephant. That was startling. There are a number of game apps, but I'm not good at game playing so I can't speak to them. I do highly recommend the Google Cardboard camera app. It enables your phone to take 360 degree photos. I tried it outside my place of work and the results were awesome.

I think this product is a good intro to VR for the price, it isn't perfect, of course, doesn't have many ways to adjust the fit and because of that it's a little blurry, but is a great way to see your panoramic and 360 degree pictures in Google Pictures and it is like being there again. For me, sharing those experiences with the family is worth the price, the gaming and other features are good add-ons.

Bought this as just a fun little gift for my girlfriend after getting her a Pixel for Christmas. One of the cheapest VR sets out there, but still works great! Our only complaint is that the Pixel phone gets crazy hot using it. Lots of other reviews says the same thing, so I am guessing its no threat to the phone. If you have a Pixel go buy one right now. Tons of fun!