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SteelSeries
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83% positive of 300 users
Multi-device audio & comfort king, but buggy software.
Pulse 3D Wireless Headset
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Sentiment score55% positive
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Last updated: Oct 15, 2026
Reddit Reviews
80 of 80 reviews
ActionFigureCollectsTurtle Beach made a new one, officially licensed, for around $60. I'm interested in trying that one out. I'm currently alternating between the Pulse 3D and Explore.
AntiSocialFCKMy only gripe is I have the launch Pulse 3D headset and functionally it’s great. It doesn’t work wirelessly with PS Portal because portal uses PlayStation Link software to pair whereas the OG Pulse only uses Bluetooth. So use it wired or buy another headset, which sucks.
AugustEpilogueYou can get the Sony pulse 3d headset for under 100. Just don’t get the pulse elite, it has a really bad design flaw
Azard300I’ve been using the PS5 3D pulse headset been working perfect since release. I know people had issues with the headband snapping and the ear cushion part tearing etc. Not ran into those issues thankfully 🙏
barugosamaaI've got the 3D Pulse (original launch one) and haven't had any issues. I also love that it fits me well while wearing glasses, which was always my biggest issue with Headsets.
Since launch. Mine is still in good shape, maybe i had good luck on the batch. No signs of snapping, but saw many posts about it
bean0_burritoi've had mine since the release of the base PS5. the most that happened is the leather got worn from going through a move.
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Rankings by Use Case
Best for Competitive FPS footstep tracking
Ranked #1
Drop + EPOS / Sennheiser - PC38X
Esports players and competitive shooters (Valorant, CS2, Hunt: Showdown) who need a tactical edge.
See rankings → Best for Durable and repairable build
Ranked #1
SteelSeries - Arctis 7 Series
Users who have broken headsets in the past, have pets that chew cables, or want a 'Buy It For Life' product.
See rankings → Best for Hybrid work and gaming
Ranked #1
SteelSeries - Arctis Nova Pro Series
Remote workers who want one high-quality device for professional meetings and evening gaming.
See rankings → Best for Large heads and glasses
Ranked #1
SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 7 Series
Adult gamers who find standard headsets too tight or painful when worn with eyewear.
See rankings → Best for Marathon gaming sessions
Ranked #1
SteelSeries - Arctis Nova Pro Series
Hardcore gamers who play for 10+ hours at a time and frequently forget to charge their gear.
See rankings → Best for Mic isolation in shared rooms
Ranked #1
Astro (Logitech) - A50 Series
Couples, roommates, or streamers who game in the same room and struggle with mic bleed.
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