What does it cost to get started with CricketX?
VR cricket has three cost layers: the headset (hardware), the app (software), and an optional smart bat. Only the headset is a major investment. Everything else is accessible.
| Item | Cost | Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Meta Quest 2 (refurbished) | $200–250 | Yes (minimum) |
| Meta Quest 3s (new) | $300 | Yes (recommended) |
| Meta Quest 3 (new) | $500 | Yes (premium option) |
| CricketX VR app | $20 | Yes |
| CricketX Classic Lite bat | $80 | Optional (strongly recommended) |
| CricketX Classic bat | $120 | Optional |
| CricketX Precision bat | $80 | Optional |
| CricketX Precision Lite bat | $60 | Optional |
| CricketX Pro subscription | $15/month or $150/year | Optional |
All prices in USD. Bat shipping costs vary by region — flat rate applies for UK, Pakistan, Canada, and Australia. CricketX Pro subscription confirmed at $15/month or $150/year. Meta Quest headsets are priced consistently across regional Meta stores.
What does each starting package look like?
Budget start: $220
$220 totalQuest 2 (refurbished, $200) + CricketX app ($20). Controllers included with the headset. You're training VR cricket from day one. Recommended for players trying VR for the first time before committing further.
Best value start: $400
$400 totalQuest 3s ($300) + CricketX app ($20) + Classic Lite bat ($80). This is the most popular entry point for players serious about cricket training. The bat makes a meaningful difference to technique transfer.
Serious training setup: $620
$620 totalQuest 3 ($500) + CricketX app ($20) + Classic Lite bat ($80) + CricketX Pro first month ($15, then cancel or continue). Best visual experience, smart bat, full analytics. What academy coaches typically set players up with.
What are the ongoing costs?
Once you have your headset and the CricketX app, ongoing costs are minimal:
CricketX base game
$0/month after purchaseThe $20 app is a one-time purchase. All core game updates, new deliveries, and general content improvements ship free to existing users. You're not paying a platform subscription for the base experience.
CricketX Pro (optional)
$15/month or $150/yearThe Pro subscription unlocks Analysis Mode, Special Deliveries, and Legendary Match recreations. Cancel any time — your data and progress are preserved. If you're not using the analytics layer regularly, the base game alone is genuinely complete.
The bat (one-time)
$60–120No subscriptions. No consumables. No replacement parts. The mount is built into the bat and doesn't wear out under normal use. The bat is a one-time cost.
The headset (one-time, typically)
Negligible per session at scaleA Quest 2 at $200 and 200 training sessions = $1 per session on hardware. Quest 3 at $500 and 200 sessions = $2.50 per session. The hardware cost amortises quickly for regular players.
VR cricket vs traditional training costs
How does VR compare financially to traditional cricket training options? Indicative annual costs in USD — actual figures vary by city and facility.
| Option | Setup cost | Per session | Sessions per week | Annual cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indoor net hire | — | $40–75 | 1× | $2,100–3,900 |
| Academy membership | — | Included | 2× | $800–2,500 |
| VR cricket (Quest 3s + bat) | $400 | Effectively $0 | 5×+ | ~$400 (year 1) |
| VR cricket + Pro | $400 | $15/month | 5×+ | ~$580 (year 1) |
| Bowling machine (purchase) | $10,000+ | $0 (post-purchase) | Variable | $10,000 (year 1) |
UK prices approximate as of 2026. Indoor net hire varies significantly by location and time of day. Academy membership costs vary widely by tier and institution.
The key difference: VR cricket is effectively unlimited sessions after the initial hardware cost. Net hire charges per hour. At two or more VR sessions per week, the hardware pays for itself within three to six months compared to equivalent net hire. The argument for VR isn't just convenience — it's volume that traditional alternatives can't match at this price.
How to start as cheaply as possible
Buy a refurbished Quest 2
Meta sells refurbished Quest 2 headsets directly with a warranty. At $200–220, it's the cheapest way in. Performance is solid for CricketX.
Use your Quest controllers first
The Classic Lite bat improves your training noticeably — but the app works without it. Start with just the app and controllers, then add a bat once you know VR cricket is for you.
Skip Pro initially
CricketX Pro adds the analytics layer. For a new player still building the habit, the base game is more than enough. Add Pro when you're actively reviewing sessions and want the deeper data.
Share the headset
Multiple players can have separate CricketX accounts on one headset. Families or housemates can split the hardware cost with separate app purchases per account.
Further reading
VR Cricket Bat Guide
Which bat to buy — Classic Lite, Classic, Precision, or Precision Lite.
Meta Quest Headset Comparison
Quest 2 vs 3s vs 3 — which headset is worth the money for cricket.
VR Cricket Setup Guide
Step-by-step: from unboxing to facing your first delivery.
VR Cricket Beginner's Guide
New to VR cricket? Start here — everything from scratch.
Start with the app. Add the bat when you're ready.
CricketX VR is $20. A refurbished Quest 2 is $200. That's $220 all-in for unlimited batting sessions at home — less than two hours of indoor net hire in London.