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Bigscreen vs Varjo

Bigscreen logo

Bigscreen

AR VR

Watch movies and hang out in VR

From
$1019/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Varjo logo

Varjo

AR VR

Human-eye resolution VR/XR headsets

From
$2495/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Bigscreen accessory pricing not published separately; Varjo high cost enterprise XR solutions
  • They diverge on capability: Bigscreen covers Virtual theaters, Varjo covers Human-eye resolution.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Bigscreen and Varjo actually diverge.

Attributes where Bigscreen and Varjo differ
AttributeBigscreenVarjo
Starting price$1019/one-time$2495/one-time
PlatformsVr, Pc, Quest, PsvrXR headsets, Windows
Founded20142016

Identical on both: pricing model (one-time), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (AR VR).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Bigscreen

  • Virtual theaters
  • Social viewing
  • Desktop streaming
  • 3D movies
  • Pluto TV
  • Paramount+
  • Desktop apps
  • Quest support

Only in Varjo

  • Human-eye resolution
  • Mixed reality
  • Eye tracking
  • Hand tracking
  • Unity
  • Unreal
  • OpenXR
  • SteamVR

Both cover

  • Vr support
  • Pc support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Bigscreen

  • VR Gamingnot Varjo
  • AR Marketingnot Varjo
  • Virtual Trainingnot Varjo
  • 3D Visualizationnot Varjo
  • Immersive Experiencesnot Varjo

Varjo

  • Military flight simulation and pilot trainingnot Bigscreen
  • Vehicle operation and weapons trainingnot Bigscreen
  • Maritime navigation trainingnot Bigscreen
  • High-fidelity professional VR simulationnot Bigscreen

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Bigscreen

  • Accessory pricing not published separately
  • Custom-fit cushion via face scan cost not specified
  • Shipping costs vary by international destination

Varjo

  • High cost enterprise XR solutions
  • Specialized for military and simulation training use cases only

Pricing, plan by plan

Bigscreen

$1019/one-time
  • Beyond 2$1019/one-time
    • 5m Fiber Optic Cable
    • Soft Strap
    • Link Box
  • Beyond 2e$1219/one-time
    • Beyond 2 features plus
    • Eye tracking capability
    • 1-year warranty (2 years in EU)

Varjo

$2495/one-time
  • Varjo XR-4$3990/one-time
    • Human-eye resolution
    • Mixed reality
    • Eye tracking

Which should you pick?

Choose Bigscreen if

  • You need virtual theaters.
  • You work on Vr, Pc, Quest, Psvr.
  • You also want social viewing.
Bigscreen review

Choose Varjo if

  • You need human-eye resolution.
  • You work on XR headsets, Windows.
  • You also want mixed reality.
Varjo review

Questions people ask

Is Bigscreen or Varjo better?
Neither clearly leads. Bigscreen starts at $1019/one-time and Varjo at $2495/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Bigscreen or Varjo?
Bigscreen starts at $1019/one-time and Varjo at $2495/one-time.
Does Bigscreen or Varjo run on more platforms?
Bigscreen runs on Vr, Pc, Quest, Psvr. Varjo runs on XR headsets, Windows.
What is Bigscreen best used for?
Bigscreen is most often used for vr gaming, ar marketing, virtual training, 3d visualization. Of those, vr gaming and ar marketing are not what Varjo is typically brought in for.
What can Bigscreen do that Varjo cannot?
Bigscreen covers Virtual theaters, Social viewing, Desktop streaming, 3D movies. Varjo covers Human-eye resolution, Mixed reality, Eye tracking, Hand tracking. Both handle Vr support, Pc support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Bigscreen: How much does Bigscreen Beyond 2 cost?

Bigscreen Beyond 2 starts at $1019 one-time purchase. Beyond 2e with eyetracking capability starts at $1219. Both ship in 1-3 days and include a 5m fiber optic cable, soft strap, and link box with a 1-year warranty (2 years in EU).

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Varjo: Does Varjo publish pricing information on their website?

No. Varjo does not publish specific pricing on their website and directs interested customers to contact their sales team or book a demo.

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Bigscreen: What's Bigscreen's return policy?

Bigscreen offers a 14-day return policy for both Beyond 2 and Beyond 2e models. International customers cover return shipping costs for items sent back outside the home country.

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Varjo: How can I get pricing information from Varjo?

Varjo requires direct contact with their sales team. Customers can either request a demo or fill out a contact form to discuss pricing with a representative.

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Bigscreen: What warranty does Bigscreen provide?

Both Beyond 2 and Beyond 2e include a 1-year limited warranty. European customers receive a 2-year warranty to comply with EU consumer protection requirements.

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