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Oakley Meta
Oakley Meta Vanguard review
$499Price checked Oct 29, 2026 on the official store. Prices change.
Ranked #4 of 7 AI glasses we compare, with an editorial score of 9.0/10. Strongest point on paper: battery per charge (9). Weakest: no built-in display.
Editorial score9.0/10
Points out of 10 within the category; "n/a" = not published, left out of the score. Scale 7.8-9.5. How we score
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Key specs
- 12 MP, 3K UHD, 122° FOV videoCamera
- 9 hBattery per charge
- 36 hWith charging case
- No displayDisplay
- Meta AI (Garmin & Strava integration)Assistant
- IP67Water resistance
Verdict
Best for runners and cyclists who want hands-free capture and training stats.
What we like
- IP67 sweat/dust/water resistant
- Works with Garmin and Strava for live stats
- 122° ultra-wide 12 MP camera, wind-resistant audio
What we don't
- Wraparound sport style only
- Case adds only 36 h (less than lifestyle models)
- Pricier than HSTN
Full specs
| Camera | 12 MP, 3K UHD, 122° FOV video |
|---|---|
| Battery per charge | 9 h |
| With charging case | 36 h |
| Display | No display |
| Prescription lenses | Not stated |
| Assistant | Meta AI (Garmin & Strava integration) |
| Storage | Not stated |
| Weight | Not stated |
| Water resistance | IP67 |
Subscription and hidden costs
Price checked on Oct 29, 2026: $499.
Version priced: From $499 (8 colors).
Assistant: Meta AI (Garmin & Strava integration).
Prescription lenses, if available, usually add to the price shown.
Who it's for
Runners and cyclists who want hands-free capture and training stats.
Look elsewhere if
- You want text or directions shown in the lens: there is no display.
- You need prescription lenses: the maker page we read does not confirm them.
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Questions
How much does the Oakley Meta Vanguard cost?
$499 on the official store when we checked on Oct 29, 2026. Prices change: the button above leads to the current price.
Can I get the Oakley Meta Vanguard with prescription lenses?
Not confirmed on the maker page we read.
Does the Oakley Meta Vanguard have a display?
No. It has open-ear audio and a camera, but nothing is shown in the lens.
How did you score it? Did you test it?
No lab or field testing. The score is calculated from the maker's published specs and price, with weights published on our methodology page. Here, 79% of the weighted criteria were known.
Sources
Read on Oct 29, 2026. Specs and prices are the maker's; the score and the verdict are ours.