Oakley Meta Vanguard

Oakley Meta VanguardPrice, Specs & Ray-Ban Meta Compared

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Meta AI glasses in Oakley sport frames. Same camera and AI as Ray-Ban Meta Gen 2, better fit for athletic use. Stealth varies: fine on a trail, obvious at a dinner.
Great4.1/5
Released
Oct 21, 2025
Price
$499
SPORT FRAME
Oakley sport design with three replaceable nose pads
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Best for

Fitness.
These are sport frames rated IP67, and they run nine hours on a charge.Confirmed: oakley.com
Photos and video.
A 12MP camera lets you shoot hands-free.Confirmed: oakley.com
Music.
Open-ear speakers play music while you train.Confirmed: oakley.com

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Comparison

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How it compares

Cost over 3 years

$499

Device price plus up to three years of optional subscription.

Weight

66g

Grams on your face. Lower is lighter.

Battery life

~9 hrs

How long it lasts on its own, away from a charger.

Cost over 3 years

Rokid AI Glasses Style
$299
Solos AirGo V2
$299 → $767
RayNeo Air 4 Pro
$299
Meta Ray-Ban Gen 2
$379
Samsung Galaxy Glasses
$379 · soon

Battery life

Oakley Meta Vanguard
~9 hrs
Even Realities G2
~2 days
RayNeo iO
~2 days
Solos AirGo V2
~16 hrs
Ray-Ban Meta Audio
~12 hrs

DeviceOptional subscription

Weights are for the frame as sold, without a case or a charger.

Battery life can vary based on usage, settings and firmware version.

If not this one

Oakley Meta Vanguard is our pick for fitness, photos and video and music. Where it does not lead, here is what does, and why you would switch.

  • If the assistant is the reason you are buyingMeta Glasses (2026)

    You ask Meta AI through the glasses and it answers there.

    $299
  • If you want to play games on itRayNeo Air 4 Pro

    It runs a 120Hz display, and there is a Switch bundle.

    $299
  • If it has to hold up at workMemoMind One

    A binocular waveguide display shows you reminders and teleprompter text.

    $399

Most paired with

Everything it works with

What Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with

Works with iPhone and Android phones through the Meta AI app.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with iPhone?

Works

Works with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing requires iOS 17.2 or later. Oakley still lists iOS 14.4 as its minimum, but the required Meta AI app now has the stricter iOS requirement.

See details and sources (3)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a USB-C iPhone as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a USB-C iPhone.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so no video adapter can turn it into an external screen. This answer is about video only. The glasses can still pair with an iPhone through the Meta AI app for supported phone features.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Android phones?

Works

Works with Android 10 or later on a supported phone.

You need the Meta AI app to manage the glasses, share media, use Meta AI and access supported integrations. Oakley lists Android 10 as the minimum. Google Play did not show a separate store-level Android minimum in the fetched listing.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with an Android phone as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from an Android phone.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external screen and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth and app-based phone features are separate from video display support.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Mac for Bluetooth audio?

With a limit

For sound, calls and meetings only.

Hold the capture button for 5 seconds with the arms folded to enter pairing mode, then connect in the Mac's Bluetooth settings. Meta AI, the camera and photo import still need the phone app.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Mac as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a Mac.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external monitor and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio with a Mac is covered separately.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Windows PC for Bluetooth audio?

With a limit

For sound only.

You can play audio and take calls and meetings. Meta AI, the camera and media import still need the phone app. Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pick them in Windows Bluetooth settings.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Windows PC as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a Windows PC.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external monitor and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio with Windows is covered separately.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

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Works with

Does it work with…?

Works

Works with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing requires iOS 17.2 or later. Oakley still lists iOS 14.4 as its minimum, but the required Meta AI app now has the stricter iOS requirement.

See details and sources (3)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

WorksWorked out from the maker's minimum

They work with every iPhone that runs iOS 17.2 or later, from the iPhone XR on.

  • iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, iPhone Air and iPhone 17e: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16e: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Plus, iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 13 mini, iPhone 13, iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 12 mini, iPhone 12, iPhone 12 Pro and iPhone 12 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 11, iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone XR, iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone SE (2nd generation) and iPhone SE (3rd generation): yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 17 Pro: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone 17 Pro Max: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • iPhone Air: yes, on iOS 17.2 or later
  • Any iPhone not listed: no, it cannot run that iOS version

Worked out from the maker's minimum ("iOS 17.2 or later") and Apple's list of the iPhones that run it, not a separate test. See the sources.

See details and sources (7)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

Works with Android 10 or later on a supported phone.

You need the Meta AI app to manage the glasses, share media, use Meta AI and access supported integrations. Oakley lists Android 10 as the minimum. Google Play did not show a separate store-level Android minimum in the fetched listing.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

The Meta AI app manages the glasses and their core connected features.

The app handles settings, media sharing, Meta AI and supported integrations. Some connected services may need their own accounts. The product page does not give one complete subscription policy for every third-party service.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

One app can run them with your other Meta glasses, but Meta's Charging Stand does not fit.

The Meta AI app can manage up to 7 pairs of glasses. Meta's Charging Stand does not work with Vanguard. Charge them in the case that came in the box, since other cases may not fit.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

For sound, calls and meetings only.

Hold the capture button for 5 seconds with the arms folded to enter pairing mode, then connect in the Mac's Bluetooth settings. Meta AI, the camera and photo import still need the phone app.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

For sound only.

You can play audio and take calls and meetings. Meta AI, the camera and media import still need the phone app. Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pick them in Windows Bluetooth settings.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

But only for game audio, with no microphone.

Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pair them from the Switch Bluetooth Audio settings. You can't voice chat through the glasses. While Bluetooth audio is on, you can use up to two wireless controllers, and the sound may lag a little.

See details and sources (2)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.
  • Nintendo: Nintendo Switch system update notes (Bluetooth audio)From the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Headphones, earbuds, speakers, and other audio devices that connect with Bluetooth can now be paired with Nintendo Switch family systems for audio output.
    Bluetooth microphones are not supported.
    Up to two compatible wireless controllers can be connected to the system while using Bluetooth audio.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

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Doesn't work

PS5 does not support Bluetooth audio devices directly.

Sony says Bluetooth audio devices are not compatible with PS5 consoles. These glasses use Bluetooth for audio, and third-party USB transmitters were not validated here.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a Mac.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external monitor and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio with a Mac is covered separately.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a Windows PC.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external monitor and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio with Windows is covered separately.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a USB-C iPhone.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so no video adapter can turn it into an external screen. This answer is about video only. The glasses can still pair with an iPhone through the Meta AI app for supported phone features.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from an Android phone.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external screen and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth and app-based phone features are separate from video display support.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a Steam Deck, ROG Ally or other handheld PC.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external monitor for a handheld PC and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio is a separate question.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show PS5 video.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as a screen for a PS5 and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio support is a separate question.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show Xbox video.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as a screen for an Xbox and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio is a separate question.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show Nintendo Switch video.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as a screen for a Nintendo Switch and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio support is a separate question.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

They cannot show Nintendo Switch 2 video.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as a screen for a Nintendo Switch 2 and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio is a separate question.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Most paired with

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with iPhone?

Works

Works with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing requires iOS 17.2 or later. Oakley still lists iOS 14.4 as its minimum, but the required Meta AI app now has the stricter iOS requirement.

See details and sources (3)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a USB-C iPhone as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a USB-C iPhone.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so no video adapter can turn it into an external screen. This answer is about video only. The glasses can still pair with an iPhone through the Meta AI app for supported phone features.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Android phones?

Works

Works with Android 10 or later on a supported phone.

You need the Meta AI app to manage the glasses, share media, use Meta AI and access supported integrations. Oakley lists Android 10 as the minimum. Google Play did not show a separate store-level Android minimum in the fetched listing.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with an Android phone as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from an Android phone.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external screen and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth and app-based phone features are separate from video display support.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Mac for Bluetooth audio?

With a limit

For sound, calls and meetings only.

Hold the capture button for 5 seconds with the arms folded to enter pairing mode, then connect in the Mac's Bluetooth settings. Meta AI, the camera and photo import still need the phone app.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Mac as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a Mac.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external monitor and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio with a Mac is covered separately.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Windows PC for Bluetooth audio?

With a limit

For sound only.

You can play audio and take calls and meetings. Meta AI, the camera and media import still need the phone app. Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pick them in Windows Bluetooth settings.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Windows PC as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show video from a Windows PC.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as an external monitor and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio with Windows is covered separately.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Nintendo Switch for Bluetooth audio?

With a limit

But only for game audio, with no microphone.

Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pair them from the Switch Bluetooth Audio settings. You can't voice chat through the glasses. While Bluetooth audio is on, you can use up to two wireless controllers, and the sound may lag a little.

See details and sources (2)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.
  • Nintendo: Nintendo Switch system update notes (Bluetooth audio)From the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Headphones, earbuds, speakers, and other audio devices that connect with Bluetooth can now be paired with Nintendo Switch family systems for audio output.
    Bluetooth microphones are not supported.
    Up to two compatible wireless controllers can be connected to the system while using Bluetooth audio.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Nintendo Switch as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show Nintendo Switch video.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as a screen for a Nintendo Switch and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio support is a separate question.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with PS5 for Bluetooth audio?

Doesn't work

PS5 does not support Bluetooth audio devices directly.

Sony says Bluetooth audio devices are not compatible with PS5 consoles. These glasses use Bluetooth for audio, and third-party USB transmitters were not validated here.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with PS5 as a video display?

Doesn't work

They cannot show PS5 video.

Meta lists Vanguard as having no display, so it cannot act as a screen for a PS5 and no adapter changes that. This answer is about video only. Bluetooth audio support is a separate question.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

What you need

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with iPhone?

Works

Works with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing requires iOS 17.2 or later. Oakley still lists iOS 14.4 as its minimum, but the required Meta AI app now has the stricter iOS requirement.

See details and sources (3)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with iPhone?

Works

Works with a supported iPhone and the Meta AI app.

The current US App Store listing requires iOS 17.2 or later. Oakley still lists iOS 14.4 as its minimum, but the required Meta AI app now has the stricter iOS requirement.

See details and sources (3)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Android phones?

Works

Works with Android 10 or later on a supported phone.

You need the Meta AI app to manage the glasses, share media, use Meta AI and access supported integrations. Oakley lists Android 10 as the minimum. Google Play did not show a separate store-level Android minimum in the fetched listing.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Mac for Bluetooth audio?

With a limit

For sound, calls and meetings only.

Hold the capture button for 5 seconds with the arms folded to enter pairing mode, then connect in the Mac's Bluetooth settings. Meta AI, the camera and photo import still need the phone app.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Windows PC for Bluetooth audio?

With a limit

For sound only.

You can play audio and take calls and meetings. Meta AI, the camera and media import still need the phone app. Put the glasses in pairing mode, then pick them in Windows Bluetooth settings.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta: How to connect AI glasses to a laptop | AI Glasses HelpFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    You can connect your AI glasses to a laptop or desktop computer to use them for calls, meetings, and audio playback.
    On your laptop, open Bluetooth settings and make sure Bluetooth is turned on.
    On your laptop, select your glasses from your Bluetooth device list to switch audio output.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Supports

With a limit

Live translation works in six languages, but separate live captions were not verified.

Meta lists English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish. Translated audio plays through the open-ear speakers, and translated responses can be shared through the Meta AI app. A supported market and language are required.

See details and sources (2)
  • Meta: AI glasses for multilingual communication | Meta StoreFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Never miss a conversation. AI glasses from Meta can translate across six languages: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish.
    On Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 2), Oakley Meta HSTN and Oakley Meta Vanguard, translated audio plays through open-ear speakers, helping you understand conversations in real time, while translated responses can be shared through the Meta AI app.
    Ray-Ban Meta Display and Meta Neural Band: Available in the U.S. through select authorized retailers and Meta flagship stores.
  • Oakley: Oakley Meta Vanguard AI Glasses with White Frame and Prizm Black LensesFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Doesn't work

There is no display in the lenses.

There are no visual graphics or screens in the lenses. The glasses instead use open-ear audio, voice control, a camera, a touchpad and a capture button.

See details and sources (1)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

With a limit

Availability depends on the country, language and Meta AI feature.

Meta lists Oakley Meta Vanguard in select regions across North America, Europe and Oceania, including the U.S., Canada, most of Western Europe and Australia. Not every AI feature is available in every supported country or language.

See details and sources (2)
  • Meta: AI glasses for multilingual communication | Meta StoreFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Never miss a conversation. AI glasses from Meta can translate across six languages: English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese and Spanish.
    Ray‑Ban Meta (Gen 2): Available across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East, Oceania and South America, including the U.S., Canada, much of Western Europe, India, Australia and Brazil.
    Oakley Meta HSTN and Oakley Meta Vanguard: Available in select regions across North America, Europe and Oceania, including the U.S., Canada, most of Western Europe and Australia.
    Ray-Ban Meta Display and Meta Neural Band: Available in the U.S. through select authorized retailers and Meta flagship stores.
  • Oakley: Oakley Meta Vanguard AI Glasses with White Frame and Prizm Black LensesFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21

Last checked 2026-09-21.

Works

They support hands-free communication, translation, capture and Meta AI help.

Meta says the glasses can help with calls, texts, speech translation, photos and video by voice. Meta AI can also describe your surroundings and connect to Be My Eyes volunteers. Availability can vary by market and feature rollout.

See details and sources (1)
  • Meta Newsroom: How AI Glasses Are Empowering People With DisabilitiesFrom the maker or platform · checked 2026-09-21
    Our AI glasses – Ray-Ban Meta, Oakley Meta Vanguard, and Meta Ray-Ban Display – allow for hands-free support so you can make phone calls, send text messages, translate speech, and capture photos and videos, all by the sound of your voice.
    Meta AI can also provide detailed descriptions of your environment and our Call a Volunteer feature, created in partnership with Be My Eyes, connects blind or low-vision individuals with volunteers who can describe what you’re seeing and help you complete daily tasks.

Last checked 2026-09-21.

How it works

Order prescription lenses through Oakley's product setup.

Oakley offers single-vision and progressive prescription lenses. No numeric prescription range or third-party insert support was verified. Meta.com lists prescription lenses as unavailable for Vanguard, so this is an Oakley-channel option and depends on Oakley eligibility.

See details and sources (2)

Last checked 2026-09-21.

4.1 / 5
Great

Scores published by other outlets, normalized and averaged. iDevice did not test these products for this score.

3 expert reviews

  1. GearJunkie
    Rebecca ParsonsApr 29, 2026
    4.2 / 5
    Read review
  2. Stuff
    Tom Morgan-FreelanderApr 22, 2026
    “The Oakley Meta Vanguard are the ultimate smart glasses for fitness fanatics.”
    4 / 5
    Read review
  3. WIRED
    Adrienne SoOct 21, 2025
    4 / 5
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Jan 21, 2025 · First sign of it
Bloomberg first reports Meta's athlete-focused Oakley smart glasses
Mark Gurman reported for Bloomberg that Meta was developing Oakley-branded smart glasses aimed at athletes for 2025. The reporting described the project later known as Supernova 2, including an athlete focus and a center-mounted camera concept that foreshadowed Vanguard.
Sep 17, 2025 · Announced
Meta announces Oakley Meta Vanguard for high-intensity sports
Meta formally introduced Oakley Meta Vanguard at Connect as a new line of Performance AI glasses for athletes. It confirmed a centered camera, Garmin and Strava integrations, immersive audio, IP67 resistance, a $499 price and an October 21 launch.
Oct 21, 2025 · Went on sale
Oakley Meta Vanguard goes on sale
A launch-day Oakley press release carried by Shop Eat Surf Outdoor confirmed that Vanguard was available. The October 21 availability matched the date Meta set when it announced the glasses at Connect.
Dec 16, 2025 · New feature
V21 adds voice shortcuts, Garmin workouts and Spotify vision features
Tom's Guide detailed a Vanguard software update that added hands-free Garmin workout creation, Spotify playlists based on what the glasses see, Conversation Focus and voice shortcuts. The package expanded the glasses' sports and audio utility only weeks after launch.
Feb 3, 2026 · Went on sale
Oakley Meta Vanguard launches in India
Gadgets 360 reported Vanguard's India launch at Rs. 52,300, expanding the product into another market after its original October release. The India version retained Meta AI and the sport-focused wraparound design.
Mar 31, 2026 · Design and hardware
Oakley expands Vanguard colors and introduces Prizm Transitions lenses
Oakley announced new Vanguard colorways and made Prizm Transitions lenses part of the Performance AI glasses lineup. Some new color options became available immediately, while additional Vanguard Transitions variants were scheduled for June.

At a glance

Oakley Meta VanguardTHIS PRODUCTOakley Meta VanguardMeta Ray-Ban Gen 2COMPARE WITHMeta Ray-Ban Gen 2
Camera
12MP (122° ultra-wide)Confirmed: Meta · Jul 12, 2026
12MPConfirmed: Ray-Ban (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Device battery
Up to 9 hrsConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
8 hrsConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
Works with
iOS 14.4+ or Android 10+Confirmed: Notebookcheck · Jul 13, 2026
iOS & Android
Display
NoConfirmed: Meta (about.fb.com press release) · Jul 13, 2026
NoConfirmed: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026
Price
From $499
From $379
Case battery
Adds 36 hrs of chargeConfirmed: Meta (about.fb.com press release) · Jul 13, 2026
+48 hrsConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
Weight
66gConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
~50gReported: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026
Frame choice
4 frame/lens colorwaysConfirmed: Meta Quest Blog · Jul 13, 2026
Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner, Blayzer Optics, Scriber OpticsReported: Meta · Jul 11, 2026150+ combinations
Fit
Three-Point Fit system with 3 replaceable nose pads (low- and high-bridge fit)Confirmed: Meta (about.fb.com press release) · Jul 13, 2026
Fixed (most styles)Confirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Show 14 more specifications
Auto-tint lenses
Fixed PRIZM (Prizm Transitions option)Reported: Meta · Jul 12, 2026
Transitions lenses (+$80 option)Confirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Camera-free option
Unknown
NoReported: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Video
3K at 30fpsConfirmed: Meta · Jul 12, 2026
3K at 30fpsReported: Ray-Ban (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6Reported: Notebookcheck · Jul 13, 2026BLE
Bluetooth 5.3Confirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026Wi-Fi 6
Frame partner
Oakley (EssilorLuxottica)Confirmed: Meta Quest Blog · Jul 13, 2026
EssilorLuxottica / Ray-BanReported: Wikipedia · Jul 11, 2026
Hands-free capture
Capture button + voiceReported: Meta Newsroom · Jul 12, 2026
Capture button + voice ('Hey Meta')Confirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Microphones
5-mic arrayConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 13, 2026
5-mic (standard) / 6-mic (Optics frames)Confirmed: UploadVR · Jul 13, 2026
Walking directions
Unknown
Audio turn-by-turn walking directions (driving pushed to phone)Confirmed: Meta Help (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Open-ear speakers
YesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 12, 2026open-ear (loudest yet)
YesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom (about.fb.com) · Jul 13, 20262x open-ear speakers
Prescription lenses
NoConfirmed: Meta · Jul 12, 2026Rx not available
Via LensCrafters & Sunglass HutReported: LensCrafters · Jul 11, 2026
Ongoing cost
OptionalConfirmed: The Verge · Jul 12, 2026$19.99/mo
OptionalConfirmed: The Verge · Jul 12, 2026$19.99/mo
Live translation
YesReported: Meta Store · Jul 13, 2026Meta AI live translation
YesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom (about.fb.com) · Jul 13, 2026
Visual AI
Look and ask Meta AIConfirmed: UploadVR · Jul 12, 2026
Look and ask Meta AI about what you seeConfirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Water resistance
IP67Confirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 13, 2026
IPX4Confirmed: Meta (official) · Sep 23, 2026
More specs
Processor
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1Confirmed: Qualcomm · Jul 12, 2026
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1Confirmed: Qualcomm · Jul 11, 2026
AI platform
Meta AIConfirmed: Meta (about.fb.com) · Jul 14, 2026
Meta AIConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Ar capable
NoReported: Meta (about.fb.com press release) · Jul 13, 2026
No
Controls
Unknown
NoConfirmed: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026touchpad + voice
Recording indicator
Capture LEDReported: Meta Newsroom · Jul 12, 2026
Capture LEDConfirmed: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026
Livestream
Unknown
No (Gen 1 onlyReported: Meta (official) · Jul 11, 2026per Meta)
Lens sunglasses
YesConfirmed: Meta (about.fb.com press release) · Jul 13, 2026
YesConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
Lens optical
NoReported: Meta · Jul 12, 2026
YesConfirmed: Ray-Ban (official) · Jul 12, 2026
Sport
YesConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 13, 2026
No
Model choice
NoConfirmed: UploadVR · Jul 12, 2026locked to Meta AI
NoConfirmed: Ray-Ban/Meta (official) · Jul 12, 2026locked to Meta AI
Software
MetaConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
MetaConfirmed: Meta Newsroom · Jul 11, 2026
Battery capacity
235mAhConfirmed: Moor Insights · Jul 12, 2026
Unknown
Camera focus
Unknown
fixed focusConfirmed: arXiv (Meta) · Jul 11, 2026
Phone needed
NoConfirmed: Notebookcheck · Jul 13, 2026phone required
NoConfirmed: PCMag · Jul 11, 2026phone required
Camera
12MPConfirmed: Meta · Jul 15, 2026
12MPReported: TechInsights · Jul 11, 2026

Buying decision

Oakley Meta Vanguard
No rush
Meta

Oakley Meta Vanguard

No new model soon

We don't expect a newer model soon, so there's no reason to wait for one.

Full price everywhere

None of the stores we check has it on sale yet.

What would make this a buy?

A drop to around $415 or less would automatically make this a Buy, as long as a replacement is not close.

About Meta

Meta builds Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley Meta smart glasses with EssilorLuxottica, along with the Quest line of mixed reality headsets.

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Returns and warranty

Returns

30-day returns· the clock starts the day it arrives

  • Free return shipping

    For a Meta Store return, Meta emails a prepaid return shipping label within 1 to 3 days.

  • A restocking fee may apply

    Only if the item comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable. No amount stated.

  • Send it back like new
    Return it complete, in the original packaging, with proof of purchase.
    If it comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable, Meta may charge a restocking fee or cut the refund.
  • How you get your money back

    To your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days after Meta receives an online return (Meta Lab terms).

Warranty

1-year warranty

Oakley Meta Vanguard is made by EssilorLuxottica and uses the Oakley Limited Warranty, not Meta's.

Not covered

  • Water resistance wears off
    The glasses are rated IP67, and Oakley says water resistance may decrease over time with normal wear.
    The warranty text does not say whether water damage is covered.
  • Loss or theft

    Lens scratches are not covered. The Oakley exclusions list damage caused by misuse, abuse, accidents, fire, theft, disappearance and misplacement.

  • Add Meta Warranty Plus

    Meta Warranty Plus can be added for Oakley Meta only at the time of purchase on meta.com (US).

  • How it gets fixed
    Oakley repairs, replaces or updates software, and in some cases refunds.
    Oakley pays return shipping with a prepaid label for warranty assessment.

Good to know

  • How it gets fixed
    Oakley repairs, replaces or updates software, and in some cases refunds.
    Oakley pays return shipping with a prepaid label for warranty assessment.
  • Personalized items and gift cards

    Items personalized or modified to your instructions, gift cards and eVouchers cannot be returned.

  • Bundles

    Return only part of a bundle and the bundle discount is taken off the refund.

  • Meta Lab stores (in person)

    Store purchases: 30 days from the date of purchase. Online purchases cannot be returned in a store; return them by mail or through support.

  • Trade-in

    A trade-in is not a return and the traded device cannot be given back.

  • Other retailers

    Glasses bought from Ray-Ban, Oakley, LensCrafters or another retailer go back to that retailer.

When to buy

No new model is close. At $499, it's $99 above its 30-day low.

Lowest in 30 days$400Sep 6
Highest in 30 days$499Sep 10
Stores we check3Best Buy is cheapest
On sale sinceOct 21, 2025
Price checks77 over 30 days

All smart glasses prices

How we read this
  • We read store prices every day and keep every read. The price shown is the newest read from the retailer named.
  • A read older than 36 hours is never shown as the current price. It reads "last seen" and carries no buy link.
  • “30-day low” is the lowest of our own reads for this product in the last 30 days, not a retailer’s claim. We print the number of reads beside it, and we say nothing about a low until a product has a week of reads.
  • “Lowest on record”, where it appears, is older price history from published reports and imports. It is shown only when it is lower than the 30-day low, and it is not counted as reads.
  • The verdict is worked out from the price, the history and whether a newer model is coming. It never depends on who pays us.

Current offers

Best Buy
$499
—
Buy
Amazon
$499
—
Buy
Target
$499.99
—
Buy

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Discount history

20%15%10%5%list20%15%10%5%list

28 discounts in the last twelve months. The deepest took Oakley Meta Vanguard to $400, 20% off the $499 list price, in Jun 2026.

Available nowMeta Glasses (2026)$299–$399Guide News
Available nowMeta Ray-Ban DisplayFrom $799Guide News
Available nowRay-Ban Meta (Gen 3)$400–$500Guide News
Available nowEven Realities G2$599Guide News

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Oakley Meta Vanguard

Using it

Can I get prescription lenses?
No, you cannot. The maker does not offer a prescription version of this frame.
How good is the camera?
It shoots on a 12MP main camera.
What does it cost?
It costs $499. That is the list price.
Do I need a subscription?
It is not clear from what the maker has published. Meta One Premium, $19.99 a month, is a separate paid plan for Meta AI and Meta's apps, and Meta has not said it applies to these glasses.
Does it work with my phone?
Yes, it works with an iPhone or an Android phone.
How heavy is it?
It weighs 66g.
Is it built for sport?
Yes, it is built for sport. It is designed to stay on through a run or a ride.
Can I take a photo without using my hands?
Yes, you can say the word or press the button. A capture button on the frame, and a spoken command when your hands are full.
Does it work without my phone?
No, it needs your phone.
What video can it shoot?
It shoots 3K at 30fps. That is its highest setting.
How does it connect?
It connects over Bluetooth. The maker has not published this, so treat it as a best guess.
What chip is inside?
It runs on Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1.
Which AI assistant does it use?
It uses Meta AI. The assistant is fixed, so you cannot swap it.
What software does it run?
It runs Meta Horizon OS.
Does it do AR?
No, it does not do AR. Nothing is drawn over what you see.
Can I get sunglass or clear lenses?
It comes as sunglasses. There is no clear-lens version.
Whose frames are they?
They are made with EssilorLuxottica and Oakley. More than one frame maker is involved.
How many microphones?
It has 5 microphones. They handle calls, voice control and recording.
Can people tell when it is recording?
Yes, a light comes on. People around you can see when the camera is running.
Can it translate?
Yes, it can translate.
Does it have a screen?
No, it has no screen.
Can I hear it without earbuds?
Yes, it has open-ear speakers that play out loud.
Can it see and answer questions about what I am looking at?
Yes, it can see what you are looking at and answer about it.

Sizing and fit

Will they fit my face?
Yes, the nose pads swap for other sizes. More than one pad in the box, so a low or high bridge both work.

Battery and charging

How long does the battery last?
It runs 9 hours. That is 36 hours with the extra from the case, and 6 hours of continuous audio or calls.
How big is the battery?
The battery is 235 mAh.

Water

Can it get wet (shower, pool, swimming)?
Yes, it survives a shower and a soaking. Its rating is IP67. It holds up for thirty minutes at one metre. Swimming laps and diving need a different rating, and it does not carry one.

Price and models

When did the Oakley Meta Vanguard come out?
It went on sale October 21, 2025. Announced September 17, 2025.
Is there a newer one?
No. The Oakley Meta Vanguard is the current model.
How much does the Oakley Meta Vanguard cost?
List price: $499. Current price we last read at Best Buy: $499, October 5, 2026.

Returns and warranty

How long do I have to return it?
30-day returns The clock starts the day it arrives.
Is there a restocking fee?
A restocking fee may apply Only if the item comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable. No amount stated.
Who pays return shipping?
Free return shipping For a Meta Store return, Meta emails a prepaid return shipping label within 1 to 3 days.
Can I return it if I opened or wore it?
Send it back like new Return it complete, in the original packaging, with proof of purchase. If it comes back used, damaged, missing parts or not resalable, Meta may charge a restocking fee or cut the refund.
How do I get my money back?
How you get your money back To your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days after Meta receives an online return (Meta Lab terms).
How long is the warranty?
1-year warranty Oakley Meta Vanguard is made by EssilorLuxottica and uses the Oakley Limited Warranty, not Meta's.
Is there a paid protection plan?
Add Meta Warranty Plus Meta Warranty Plus can be added for Oakley Meta only at the time of purchase on meta.com (US).
Is water damage covered?
Water resistance wears off The glasses are rated IP67, and Oakley says water resistance may decrease over time with normal wear. The warranty text does not say whether water damage is covered.
Is the battery covered?
Battery rules: not stated by Meta

Works with

Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses support an in-lens display?
There is no display in the lenses. Doesn't work
Does Meta AI work everywhere on Oakley Meta Vanguard?
Availability depends on the country, language and Meta AI feature. With a limit
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses support accessibility features?
They support hands-free communication, translation, capture and Meta AI help. Works
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with other Meta glasses and accessories?
Partly: one app can run them with your other Meta glasses, but Meta's Charging Stand does not fit. With a limit
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Mac for Bluetooth audio?
Yes, for sound, calls and meetings only. With a limit
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Windows PC for Bluetooth audio?
Yes, for sound only. With a limit
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Nintendo Switch for Bluetooth audio?
Yes, but only for game audio, with no microphone. With a limit
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with PS5 for Bluetooth audio?
PS5 does not support Bluetooth audio devices directly. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Mac as a video display?
They cannot show video from a Mac. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Windows PC as a video display?
They cannot show video from a Windows PC. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a USB-C iPhone as a video display?
They cannot show video from a USB-C iPhone. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with an Android phone as a video display?
They cannot show video from an Android phone. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with handheld PCs as a video display?
They cannot show video from a Steam Deck, ROG Ally or other handheld PC. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with PS5 as a video display?
They cannot show PS5 video. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Xbox as a video display?
They cannot show Xbox video. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Nintendo Switch as a video display?
They cannot show Nintendo Switch video. Doesn't work
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Nintendo Switch 2 as a video display?
They cannot show Nintendo Switch 2 video. Doesn't work
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