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Bigscreen vs Virtual Desktop

Bigscreen logo

Bigscreen

AR VR

Watch movies and hang out in VR

From
$1019/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Virtual Desktop logo

Virtual Desktop

AR VR

Stream your PC to VR wirelessly

From
$19.99/one-time
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Bigscreen accessory pricing not published separately; Virtual Desktop requires 5 GHz Wi-Fi connection for optimal performance
  • They diverge on capability: Bigscreen covers Virtual theaters, Virtual Desktop covers Wireless PC VR.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Bigscreen and Virtual Desktop actually diverge.

Attributes where Bigscreen and Virtual Desktop differ
AttributeBigscreenVirtual Desktop
Starting price$1019/one-time$19.99/one-time
PlatformsVr, Pc, Quest, PsvrMeta Quest, Pico, HTC Vive, Valve Index, Windows Mixed Reality, Samsung Galaxy XR
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
  • 3D movies
  • Pluto TV
  • Paramount+
  • Desktop apps
  • Psvr support

Only in Virtual Desktop

  • Wireless PC VR
  • Virtual environments
  • Low latency
  • SteamVR
  • Oculus PC
  • Windows desktop

Both cover

  • Desktop streaming
  • Vr support
  • Pc support
  • Quest support

What people use each for

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

Bigscreen

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

Virtual Desktop

  • Streaming PC desktop to VR headsetsnot Bigscreen
  • Playing games in virtual cinema environmentnot Bigscreen
  • Watching movies on giant virtual screensnot Bigscreen
  • Browsing web content in VRnot 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

Virtual Desktop

  • Requires 5 GHz Wi-Fi connection for optimal performance
  • VR-ready GPU needed for high-quality game streaming

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)

Virtual Desktop

$19.99/one-time
  • Virtual Desktop$19.99/one-time
    • PC streaming
    • VR gaming
    • Virtual screens

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 Virtual Desktop if

  • You need wireless pc vr.
  • You work on Meta Quest, Pico, HTC Vive, Valve Index, Windows Mixed Reality, Samsung Galaxy XR.
  • You also want virtual environments.
Virtual Desktop review

Questions people ask

Is Bigscreen or Virtual Desktop better?
Neither clearly leads. Bigscreen starts at $1019/one-time and Virtual Desktop at $19.99/one-time, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Bigscreen or Virtual Desktop?
Bigscreen starts at $1019/one-time and Virtual Desktop at $19.99/one-time.
Does Bigscreen or Virtual Desktop run on more platforms?
Bigscreen runs on Vr, Pc, Quest, Psvr. Virtual Desktop runs on Meta Quest, Pico, HTC Vive, Valve Index, Windows Mixed Reality, Samsung Galaxy XR.
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 Virtual Desktop is typically brought in for.
What can Bigscreen do that Virtual Desktop cannot?
Bigscreen covers Virtual theaters, Social viewing, 3D movies, Pluto TV. Virtual Desktop covers Wireless PC VR, Virtual environments, Low latency, SteamVR. Both handle Desktop streaming, Vr support, Pc support, Quest 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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Virtual Desktop: Where can I purchase Virtual Desktop?

Virtual Desktop is available through multiple platform-specific stores including Steam, Meta Quest Store, and other app store platforms.

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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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Virtual Desktop: What headsets are supported by Virtual Desktop?

Virtual Desktop supports multiple VR headsets with detailed system requirements listed on the website.

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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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Virtual Desktop: Is customer support available?

Yes, Virtual Desktop includes a comprehensive FAQ and troubleshooting section on their website to help users resolve issues.

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