After spending some quality time with the new Dual Knit Band on the Apple Vision Pro, one thing became clear — balance matters more than we realized. With just a half-notch turn of the adjustment dial, you can feel how differently the headset’s weight distributes across your head. It’s a subtle but impressive upgrade that changes the overall comfort level in everyday use.
The Solo Knit Band, which came with the original Vision Pro, quickly became a thing of the past once the Dual Loop Band entered the scene. The new band distributes weight not just across the back of the head but also along the top, giving a noticeably improved sense of balance. The difference between the older band’s single back strap and the new two-strap design is night and day — the new version feels more stable and less fatiguing during longer sessions.
That said, it’s not perfect. The Dual Knit Band can be a bit fiddly to adjust. Unlike the smooth dial on the Solo Knit Band, you now have to unfasten and tug at two straps to get the ideal fit. It doesn’t feel quite as seamless or “Apple-like,” especially when compared to how effortlessly the original strap adjusted. The thin fabric also carries more of the headset’s weight than expected, making proper adjustment essential for comfort.
When I started typing this review using Mac Virtual Display, I was sitting upright — but after an hour of multitasking, I found myself reclining on the couch. A pillow behind my head made a big difference, as it helped distribute the headset’s weight more evenly. Once I adjusted the top strap slightly and let more of the pressure fall onto the rear netting, most of the discomfort disappeared.
Apple takes individual head shapes seriously with this new design. During setup, the company actually scans your head to determine the right Dual Knit Band size. I received the large size, and both straps offered enough flexibility to sit comfortably in slightly different positions depending on posture. Whether sitting upright, reclining, or leaning back, a small twist of the dial makes noticeable improvements in comfort.
For anyone new to the Apple Vision Pro, this headset is as close as we’ve come to the futuristic self-fitting tech from Back to the Future Part II. Once you put it on, the internal lenses automatically align to your eyes for a custom fit. After that, it’s all about tweaking your immersion level and adjusting the Dual Knit Band using the dials — one for tightening, the other for strap control. The dial’s smooth turning motion even evokes a bit of nostalgia, reminiscent of scrolling through songs on the old iPod Click Wheel.
Pulling the Vision Pro onto your head with a perfectly adjusted Dual Knit Band feels a lot like putting on a well-fitted baseball cap — snug, stable, but not constricting. The headset’s weight sits comfortably across both the top and back of your head, reducing the strain on your face and sides. It’s a subtle but welcome change that makes extended use far more pleasant.
In testing, I spent around six hours wearing the Vision Pro with the Dual Knit Band in a single day. Surprisingly, I experienced minimal discomfort — a major improvement over earlier headband designs. It’s the longest I’ve comfortably worn the Vision Pro since launch, and it’s clear this new strap is a big step forward for long-duration usability.
After this experience, I’m convinced enough to order another Dual Knit Band for my older Vision Pro model. The Dual Loop Band served its purpose, but it’s hard to go back once you’ve felt the comfort and balance of the new design.
Overall, the Apple Vision Pro Dual Knit Band is a meaningful refinement that finally brings long-session comfort closer to reality. It may not be perfect, but it shows Apple is listening — and improving — one strap at a time.
