Oakley Meta Vanguard
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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.

Latest on Meta smart glasses

What Oakley Meta Vanguard does best

  1. Cycling

    Its frame accommodates cycling helmets, and its open-ear speakers play audio during windy rides.

  2. Photos and video

    Centered on the frame, the 12MP camera with a 122-degree lens shoots from your true point of view, with 3K video and punchy colors.

  3. Music

    Up to six hours of continuous music plays through open-ear speakers that stay clear and loud on the road and trail.

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How it compares

Price

$499

The official list price to buy it.

Weight

66g

Grams on your face. Lower is lighter.

Battery life

~9 hrs

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

Price

Oakley Meta Vanguard
$499
Rokid AI Glasses Style
$299
Solos AirGo V2
$299
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3)
$449

Current list prices.

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

  • If display decides itXREAL Aura

    See the real room through the lenses while Android XR places apps across a 70° view, and Gemini can talk about what you are looking at.

    $1,279
  • If AI assistant decides itMeta Ray-Ban Display

    Reviewers prefer its AI assistant.

    $799
  • If battery life decides itRay-Ban Meta Audio

    Lasts longer: up to 12 hrs, against up to 9 hrs here.

    $349

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Some features missing

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.

Audio only. Meta AI, camera and media import still need the phone app. Meta's page does not name macOS or this model specifically.

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.

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

Some features missing

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.

Audio only. Meta AI, camera and media import still need the phone app. Meta's page does not name Windows or this model specifically.

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.

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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.

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

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.

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.

Some features missing

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.

"Not compatible with Meta Ray-Ban Display or Oakley Meta Vanguard" (Charging Stand). Use the case that came with these glasses; no first-party statement that other cases fit.

Some features missing

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.

Audio only. Meta AI, camera and media import still need the phone app. Meta's page does not name macOS or this model specifically.

Some features missing

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.

Audio only. Meta AI, camera and media import still need the phone app. Meta's page does not name Windows or this model specifically.

Some features missing

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.

No Bluetooth microphone, so no voice chat through the glasses; up to two wireless controllers while using Bluetooth audio; possible audio delay. Nintendo does not name these glasses.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Some features missing

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.

Audio only. Meta AI, camera and media import still need the phone app. Meta's page does not name macOS or this model specifically.

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.

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

Some features missing

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.

Audio only. Meta AI, camera and media import still need the phone app. Meta's page does not name Windows or this model specifically.

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.

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

Some features missing

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.

No Bluetooth microphone, so no voice chat through the glasses; up to two wireless controllers while using Bluetooth audio; possible audio delay. Nintendo does not name these glasses.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Some features missing

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.

Audio only. Meta AI, camera and media import still need the phone app. Meta's page does not name macOS or this model specifically.

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

Some features missing

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.

Audio only. Meta AI, camera and media import still need the phone app. Meta's page does not name Windows or this model specifically.

Supports

Some features missing

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.

Current documented language set is limited, and no separate live-caption feature was verified for Vanguard.

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.

Some features missing

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.

Not every AI feature is available in every listed country/language.

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.

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.

No numeric eligible prescription range or third-party insert compatibility was found in the collected first-party text. Meta.com's US compare table says "Rx lenses not available" for Vanguard, so Rx is an Oakley-channel option, not a Meta.com one.

4.0 / 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
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  2. Stuff
    Tom Morgan-FreelanderApr 22, 2026
    4 / 5
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  3. WIRED
    Adrienne SoOct 21, 2025
    3.9 / 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)
12MP
Glasses battery
Up to 9 hrs
8 hrs
Works with
iOS 14.4+ or Android 10+
iOS & Android
Display
No
No
Price
From $499
From $379
Case battery
Adds 36 hrs of charge
+48 hrs
Weight
66g
~50g
Frame styles
4 frame/lens colorways
Wayfarer, Skyler, Headliner, Blayzer Optics, Scriber Optics150+ combinations
Prescription range
Prescription lenses not supported
-12.00 to +6.00
Nose pads
Three-Point Fit system with 3 replaceable nose pads (low- and high-bridge fit)
Fixed (most styles)
Show 13 more specs
Auto-tint lenses
Fixed PRIZM (Prizm Transitions option)
Transitions lenses (+$80 option)
Video
3K at 30fps
3K at 30fps
Connectivity
Wi-Fi 6BLE
Bluetooth 5.3Wi-Fi 6
Frame brands
Oakley (EssilorLuxottica)
EssilorLuxottica / Ray-Ban
Hands-free photos
Capture button + voice
Capture button + voice ('Hey Meta')
Microphones
5-mic array
5-mic (standard) / 6-mic (Optics frames)
Walking directions
Unknown
Audio turn-by-turn walking directions (driving pushed to phone)
Open-ear speakers
Yesopen-ear (loudest yet)
Yes2x open-ear speakers
Prescription lenses
NoRx not available
Via LensCrafters & Sunglass Hut
Ongoing cost
Optional$19.99/mo
Optional$19.99/mo
Live translation
YesMeta AI live translation
Yes
Ask what you see
Look and ask Meta AI
Look and ask Meta AI about what you see
Water resistance
IP67
IPX4
Technical specs
Processor
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1
Snapdragon AR1 Gen 1
AI assistant
Meta AI
Meta AI
AR display
No
No
Controls
Voice commands via “Hey Meta”
Notouchpad + voice
Recording light
Capture LED
Capture LED
Live streaming
No
No (Gen 1 onlyper Meta)
Sunglass lenses
Yes
Yes
Optical lenses
No
Yes
Made for sports
Yes
No
Choose your AI
Nolocked to Meta AI
Nolocked to Meta AI
Software
Meta
Meta
Battery size
235mAh
Unknown
Camera focus
Unknown
fixed focus
Phone needed
Yes
Yes
Cameras
12MP
12MP
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Oakley Meta Vanguard
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Good to buy.

No new model is close and the price is near its low, so we'd buy now.

Oakley Meta Vanguard

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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Where to buy

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Price history

No new model is close and the price is near its low, so we'd buy now.

Last 30 days
No change$499 since Oct 1
Stores we check
8Amazon is cheapest
On sale since
Oct 21, 2025
Lowest known
$449.99Nov 12, 2025, from older published history
Price checks
129 over 31 days

All smart glasses prices

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28 sales in the past year. The best was $449.99 in November 2025, 10% off the $499 list price.

Returns and warranty

Returns
30-day returns· the clock starts the day it arrives
Warranty
1-year warranty
Returns and warranty details

Returns

  • 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

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.

What's in the box

What comes in the box with the Oakley Meta Vanguard?

Here is what you get when you open it. No USB-C charge cable.

We could only confirm part of what ships.

Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses
Charging case
Replaceable nose pads
Quick Start Guide
Safety and Warranty Guide
Prescription lens ordering instructions

Not in the box

USB-C charge cableNot in the box

From Oakley and Meta's pages 1, 2. Checked Oct 25, 2026.

Meta Glasses$299–$399Available nowGuide News
Ray-Ban Meta Audio$349Available nowGuide News
Meta Ray-Ban Display$799Available nowGuide News
Ray-Ban Meta (Gen 3)$400–$500Available nowGuide News

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Oakley Meta Vanguard

Using it

Can I get prescription lenses?
No, you cannot. No official prescription version of this frame is offered.
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 the official published information. 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. No official figure is published, 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 30, 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

In the box

What's in the box?
Charging case, Replaceable nose pads, Quick Start Guide, Safety and Warranty Guide, Prescription lens ordering instructions, Not included: USB-C charge cable.

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. Some features missing
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. Some features missing
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Mac for Bluetooth audio?
Yes, for sound, calls and meetings only. Some features missing
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with a Windows PC for Bluetooth audio?
Yes, for sound only. Some features missing
Do Oakley Meta Vanguard glasses work with Nintendo Switch for Bluetooth audio?
Yes, but only for game audio, with no microphone. Some features missing
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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