The Apple Vision Pro headset has been met with widespread criticism from early adopters, who say it weighs too heavily, lacks practical use cases, and has a sparse software ecosystem. Despite its high-profile launch event in New York City, the device has failed to gain social acceptance, leaving many users feeling frustrated and regretful.
Users report that the device is often relegated to dust due to its weight and lack of apps, with some even experiencing social discomfort when using it in public. The headset’s physical design has also been criticized for being too front-heavy, leading to neck strain and fatigue.
While some early adopters, such as Yam Olisker, a 20-year-old YouTuber from Israel, have not regretted their purchase despite the weight issues, many others, including Dustin Fox and Anshel Sag, have expressed regret over their decision to buy the device. Fox reported using the Vision Pro only four times in the last year due to its weight and discomfort.
Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has confirmed that a second-generation Vision Pro is in active development, with an expected launch between 2025 and 2026. The updated model is expected to reuse most of its components from the first-generation Vision Pro, but it’s unclear whether this will be enough to address the device’s numerous criticisms.
As Apple continues to work on improving the Vision Pro, early adopters can only hope that future updates will alleviate some of the device’s practical issues and make it more appealing to a wider audience.
Source: https://www.macrumors.com/2025/05/16/vision-pro-buyers-feel-total-regret