Magnetic chargers make plugging your headset as simple as a satisfying snap by offering a great, hassle-free option for charging your Quest 2 without having to remove your headset. And, in case you do accidentally snag it, the chord safely pops out from your headset, potentially keeping you from damaging your headset or hurting yourself.
Since these are all USB Type C cables, you can use them with your mobile VR headsets, but we made this list specifically with Meta's Quest family of devices in mind. To work with a Quest or Quest 2, though, it needs to support a high data transfer speed and quick charging, making the compatible picks below your best starting point. The Cafele USB-C magnetic adapter is our number one pick for those exact reasons, and it checks all the boxes with flying colors.
All the chords, none of the fuss
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You can pick up Cafele's cables in your choice of colors in sets of two or three. The small USB Type-C stud will plug into your Oculus Quest 2 headset, and the 6.6-foot cables will magnetically connect to the stud and charge your Quest. These cables even feature an LED light at the end indicating their connection status, so you can always know whether or not your Quest 2's charging. Thanks to their durable, braided construction, these cables are sure to last for a while. Just make sure you've Velcroed the chord to your headset because this cable doesn't have a 90-degree cable connector. That's not a deal-breaker, but it could get snagged on a wayward controller or arm if it's not held in place.
In addition to high data transfer speeds, this cable offers Qualcomm QuickCharge 2.0 and 3.0 standards, which will help keep your Quest 2 charging while playing when paired with the best battery packs for Quest 2. That means you'll never have to remove the magnetic tip just to plug a standard USB cable in to hook your Quest 2 up to a PC (or another device).
If you really like these cables, you even can pick up additional USB Type-C, microUSB, or Lightning connectors to charge all of your USB devices hassle-free.
This one-of-a-kind magnetic controller charging kit comes with a special pair of AA batteries that let you charge your Quest 2's touch controllers. Its tip magnetically connects to the included cables, which can plug into any charger of your choice as long as it has the standard USB Type-A port. That makes it so much easier to charge your Quest's touch controllers; you'll never have to replace your batteries again!
Adding BeswinVR's optional silicone grips to the set will set the cost a bit higher than other options on this list, but they're specially designed to keep that magnetic charging tip exposed. This way, you'll never have to remove the grips just to charge the controller. That's good since most other grips and covers won't fit the controller with the extra charging pin sticking out.
The Quest 2's battery life is one of its biggest flaws, so an external battery pack can greatly help you extend your playtime. We recommend mounting them to the back of your headset so you can continue to play while you charge but also help counterbalance the front-heavy headset. This magnetic cable's only a foot long, so it won't have much excess wiring in the way while it's plugged in. It also supports charging up to 9V/2A and will easily detach in case it bumps or gets caught on anything while playing.
A battery pack will free you from being tethered to a wall outlet or your PC while charging. Since it's a battery pack, you'll still have a wire plugged into your headset, but mounting it to your headset means you don't need to stay tethered to a wall. This cable's only a foot long, which means it can plug into the side of your headset and attach to a battery pack mounted on the back of your device.
This braided cable's circular design lends greater flexibility because it can charge at any angle. It also supports fast charging up to 5V/2.4A and has an LED indicator to let you know that your headset's charging. At 3.3 feet, this cable enables you to carry a battery pack in your pocket or attached to your waist instead of mounted to your headset in case you don't want to add any additional weight. Plus, this cable doesn't have to point directly up, down, back, or forward thanks to its 360-degree design. Instead, it can comfortably slide into the perfect angle for you.
Anker's Charging Dock for Oculus Quest 2 technically fits the bill of a magnetic charger since both controllers and the Oculus Quest 2 headset dock to charge magnetically. But unlike other options on the list, it's not just a single-function piece of hardware.
It can sense when your controller and headset batteries are full, meaning it can help prolong battery life by shutting off charging when the batteries are full. The magnetic connector fits perfectly in your Quest 2's USB Type-C port for hassle-free magnetic docking; all you need to do is set it down. The dock also ships with special rechargeable batteries for each Touch Controller, complete with a new battery door with POGO pins on it, which allows for simple drop-and-go charging. Of course, you can't use this solution while playing, but it brings the ease of magnetic charging to the safety of a dock.
Stay charged
Armed with one of the best Oculus Quest magnetic chargers, it's much easier to keep your headset charged during long play sessions. Pairing a medium-sized magnetic cable, like the Cafele USB-C Magnetic Cable and Tips, with a battery pack means you can take advantage of standing or room-scale VR experiences without worrying about yanking the cord and potentially damaging your headset (or your neck) or your Quest running out of battery.
BeswinVR's magnetic charge kit for the Quest 2's Touch controllers is another amazing — if a more expensive — addition that makes charging your controllers a breeze. Instead, connect the magnetic cables to the special tip on the included rechargeable batteries when they're not in use. If you're looking for something even more low-maintenance, Anker's Charging Dock for Quest 2 makes it simple to dock your headset and controllers after each play session to ensure you have a full battery every time you begin playing.
A reliable magnetic charging cable can kick Quest gaming sessions up a notch, not just by keeping it charged, but extending the sessions by keeping your Quest 2 safer thanks to the quick magnetic release if it were to get tugged. Be sure to check out some of our other favorite Quest 2 accessories for more ways to make your Quest 2 experience even better as well.
